Top 15 Prague World War II Tours

1.WWII Guided Tour & The Crypt of Operation Anthropoid

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,030 reviews · 2h 30m · from $42Our pick

Spend 150 minutes tracing Prague’s WWII story from Old Town streets and medieval cellars to the crypt of Saints Cyril and Methodius Cathedral. Guides such as Pavel, Hannah, George, and Ottokar use old photographs, original artifacts, and clear storytelling to explain Operation Anthropoid and the Prague Uprising.

“Our guide was very passionate, knowledgeable and professional. He shared with us knowledgeable that is very valuable and I loved the tour as a history buff. It gave me a different and unique insight of Czech and its past. Highly recommend this trip. Two thumbs up for the guide. Thank you for braving the freezing cold and speaking non-stop to educate us.”

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2.WWII in Prague Tour & The Crypt of Operation Anthropoid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 817 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $43Top rated

Walk from Prague’s Powder Tower through resistance sites, memorials, the Jewish Quarter, a medieval bomb shelter, and Saints Cyril and Methodius Cathedral. Guides such as Hanna, Pavel, George, and Anna use photos and artifacts to explain Operation Anthropoid before the tour ends in its haunting crypt.

“Ana is obviously passionate about the subject matter. But her English is work to understand. Lots of information but not enjoyable to learn.”

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3.Small-Group World War 2 & Operation Anthropoid Tour in Prague

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Join a guide such as Allen, Daniel, or Dana for a three-hour walk from Old Town to St. Cyril and Methodius Cathedral. Follow the Nazi occupation, Czech resistance, Heydrich’s assassination, and the Prague Uprising, ending in the atmospheric crypt used by the paratroopers.

“Martin was a passionate and knowledgeable guide, and took the time to make the tour enjoyable. Well worth the time and price.”

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4.World War 2 and Operation Anthropoid Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 193 reviews · 3 hours · from $32

Walk central Prague with an English-speaking guide such as Allen, Daniel, Martin, or Richard, following Operation Anthropoid from occupation-era landmarks to St. Cyril and Methodius Church. Expect three hours of serious history, visual aids, plenty of walking, and a moving final visit to the resistance memorial.

“Really interesting tour. Allen was a great teller of history and really brought the many strands od ybis complex story to life. Definitely recommend!”

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5.World War II and Communist History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 130 reviews · 2h 30m · from $34

Walk through Prague with an English-speaking guide such as Adam, Tony, or Zach, linking the Municipal House, Jewish Quarter, Wenceslas Square, Dancing House, and resistance sites to Nazi rule, Communism, and the Velvet Revolution. Expect vivid storytelling, serious history, and plenty of walking.

“Sean was very familiar with his subject and made it come alive. The time passed so quickly and we came away with great knowledge of both Prague in the Second World War and during the communist regime. Well worth doing and well done Sean”

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6.Communists and World War II Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 88 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Walk from Charles Bridge through Národní, Wenceslas Square, New Town, and Republic Square while your English, German, or Russian-speaking guide explains Prague’s road from World War I to Nazi rule, Stalinism, the Cold War, Jan Palach, and the Velvet Revolution. A Museum of Communism ticket may be added.

“Very informative tour about the history of Prague. Would highly recommend it!”

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7.Half-Day WWII Prague Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Meet at 1:30pm near Charles Bridge for a 3.5-hour English walking tour of Prague under Nazi occupation. Guides such as Michal, Jack, Martin, and Honza connect wartime sites, old photos, Operation Anthropoid, and the Czech resistance, with public transit and a café stop included.

“Very interesting tour and our guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. He made it very enjoyable.”

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8.3–Hour Communism and World War 2 E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · from $74

Ride through Prague’s Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Malá Strana, and key Velvet Revolution sites on a small-group e-bike tour. Your English-speaking guide may be Niam, Marek, Michal, Tatiana, or another local expert. The 3.5-hour outing includes the Museum of Communism, water, and a beer.

“Tatiana was an excellent tour guide. We enjoyed it and learned a lot.”

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9.Second World War & Communism (Tip-based 3 hour tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $3Best value

Follow Prague’s 20th-century story from Klárov to the Saints Cyril and Methodius Cathedral. English-speaking guides such as Kamil, Václav, Katerina, and Kuba connect WWII, Communism, Jan Palach, Havel, and Operation Anthropoid. The three-hour walk covers about 5 kilometers and includes the war memorial museum.

“This is the tour for anyone that like history or like the human story of Prague in the last 100 years. I have completed tours all over the world and Kamel is one of the most knowledgeable tour guides I have ever had the pleasure of spending 3 hours with. I now know more about Prague but more importantly I know more about the human spirit.”

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10.World War II 4WD Tour from Prague with Lunch & Beer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $346

Travel from Prague into northern Bohemia with guide Martin and Offroadsafari.cz. In a 4WD vehicle, visit WWII sites, enter a bombing shelter, learn about Záluží’s fuel plant, see camp remains, and stop for an à la carte Czech lunch.

“Great tour for WWII enthusiasts. My 22 yr old and 20 yr old sons both thoroughly enjoyed the tour activities and sights. Martin our tour guide and the owner of the tour company is passionate and knowledgeable and enjoyed sharing his enthusiasm for WWII activities in the Czech Republic with us. Getting to the tour site was an easy 1.5 hr drive through the Czech countryside. It enhanced our trip getting to see the countryside and visit where there were no other tourists. Definitely would recommend the tour for WWII enthusiasts and those that want an interesting and unique experience a short drive outside of Prague. It is cooler in…”

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11.Communism and World War 2 Prague City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

Ride an electric bike through Prague’s WWII and communist-era sites with guide Michal or another local guide. Cover more than 30 locations, stop for six city views, visit the Communism Museum, and finish with Czech beer tasting.

“Michal was a very interesting and passionate guide - the electric bikes made light work of the tour - we learnt about the history of Czech Republic past and present- cycling in the city - it gave us a great feel for the area both for the history and location. - thoroughly recommend this tour! Loved the John Lennon wall!”

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12.Prague Communism and World War II Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk from Křižovnické náměstí through New Town and Wenceslas Square while local guides such as Tomas, Martin, and Maria explain Nazi rule, communism, the Prague Spring, and the Velvet Revolution. Expect a conversational history walk, strong local perspective, and plenty of time for questions.

“Our tour guide Maria was excellent she was very knowledgeable about the era and really knew her history. Maria took us to areas that no other tours did so it allowed us to see different parts of Prague. Although our tour was supposed to be just 2 hours Maria extended it to over 3 hours as she was available and knew we were interested. I would highly recommend this tour and suggest that people visit the Museum of Communism which was also terrific.”

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13.Prague Jewish Quarter and WW2 Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.)

Join certified guide Jana Michalcova for a private 2.5 to 3-hour tour of Prague’s Jewish Quarter and WWII history. Visit several synagogues, the Old Jewish Cemetery, and the Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror, then finish near Dancing House with a map and reading guide.

“Fell in love with the city of Prague - all thanks to Jana! She led an incredible tour of the city and was super accommodating based on our timeline and areas of interest. Jana smartly started us at the top of the hill near the monastery and we worked our way down through the city! She did a great job of explaining the history of every building, every walkway, every bridge - even the Castle lights. Did you know the Rolling Stones paid to have the Castle lit up at night? I did not. Jana naturally did! All in all, I cannot recommend Jana enough! Thanks again!”

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14.Historical Walking Tour with Focus on World War 2

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Spend three hours tracing Prague’s wartime story with a licensed local guide. Visit the former Gestapo headquarters, Prague Uprising sites, and the church crypt linked to Reinhard Heydrich’s assassins. Expect photographs, political context, and a serious pace in English, German, or Czech.

“Limited explanation and insights on some of the key tourist sites.”

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15.WWII Secrets of Prague: Small Group Tour with Crypt Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $46

Join Klara for an English walking tour linking Prague’s Old Town, Jewish Quarter, and the crypt beneath the Church of Sts Cyril and Methodius. Learn about Czech WWII history, the assassination plot against Reinhard Heydrich, and the final hiding place of the resistance fighters. Groups are limited to 10 travelers.

“Klara is very knowledgeable of the subject and provided a lot of facts I had never heard before. The small made group it very personalized.”

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