
Prague: World War 2 and Operation Anthropoid Walking Tour
Product ID: 101840
Discover how Czechoslovakia played a pivotal role in World War Two. Hear why Hitler came to power, what role Czechoslovakia played, and the story behind Operation Anthropoid on this 3-hour walking tour.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Experience
Highlights
- Experience World War Two history
- Learn about the assassination of one of Hitler’s top officers
- See the last hiding place of the Czech resistance
Full description
Your knowledgeable guide will explain what Operation Anthropoid was and who the key players involved were. See where the resistance members hid during the occupation and hear about why some people risked their lives.
During the tour, guests have an opportunity to visit the place where the country’s heroes fought their last battle, learn more about the Prague Uprising and the local resistance, and discover some of the buildings and landmarks associated with World War Two. The tour will also cover the student uprising and the events that occurred during the early days of the war.
The tour will end at the Church of St. Cyril and Methodius in the New Town, which now serves as a memorial to the victims of the Third Reich. Guests can spend time contemplating Prague’s tragic history before heading back to the Old Town.
During the tour, guests have an opportunity to visit the place where the country’s heroes fought their last battle, learn more about the Prague Uprising and the local resistance, and discover some of the buildings and landmarks associated with World War Two. The tour will also cover the student uprising and the events that occurred during the early days of the war.
The tour will end at the Church of St. Cyril and Methodius in the New Town, which now serves as a memorial to the victims of the Third Reich. Guests can spend time contemplating Prague’s tragic history before heading back to the Old Town.
Includes
- Local guide
- A visit to the Church of St. Cyril and Methodious, the location of the last resistance of Czech paratroopers
What’s Not Included
- Hotel pick-up
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the tour supplier's office, Tynska 7, Prague 1 Directions from the Astronomical Clock: Cross Old Town Square towards Tyn Cathedral. Facing Tyn Cathedral, take the narrow lane (Týnská) between the cathedral and pink baroque building (Kinsky Palace). Once you get behind Tyn Cathedral, turn left and you will see the Prague Trips and Tickets sign.
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Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible
• This tour is stroller accessible
• Service animals are allowed
• This tour runs with a minimum of 2 guests
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes
• This tour does not include the interior of Prague Castle
• This tour is stroller accessible
• Service animals are allowed
• This tour runs with a minimum of 2 guests
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes
• This tour does not include the interior of Prague Castle
From US$ 29 per person
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Product ID: 101840
Prague: World War 2 and Operation Anthropoid Walking Tour

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