Activity Description
Hear the stories of war heroes. Take this small group walking tour to learn about the history of Operation Anthropoid, why Hitler rose to power, and the role that Czechoslovakia played during World War II.
World War II & Operation Anthropoid Tour
from 28 € Per person
BookHighlights
- Learn about the events leading up to World War II.
- Uncover the truth behind the murder of one of Hitler's highest ranking officers
- See the Czech Resistance's final hiding whereabouts
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Duration of activity
3 hours
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Full Activity Description
Join us as we travel back in time to see the greatest acts of resistance performed during World War II. Discover little-known facts about the darkest days of the 20th century, as well as the location where the heroes of Czechoslovakia fought their final battle. You will also hear the story of the bombing of Prague. This three-hour tour will take you to the locations of the Prague Uprising, the notorious Gestapo Headquarters, the 1945 destroyed parts of the city, and the Czech Resistance's hideouts. Discover the motivations behind the major actors in Operation Anthropoid's selfless sacrifice. At the Church of Sts. Cyril and Methodius, where the tour concludes, you can explore the crypt that once held the bodies of the seven brave men who carried out the ultimate act of resistance.
Itinerary
- Location of the biggest battle during the Prague Uprising in May 1945
- Apartment where Czech paratroopers were hiding
- Storefront where evidence from the assassination was exhibited
- Hotel where important Nazi leaders stayed
- Infamous Gestapo Headquarters
- Former Gestapo prison
- Site where the Czech paratroopers paid the ultimate price
- Areas struck by the 1945 Allied bombing
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What’s Included
- Tour guide for duration of the tour
- A visit to the Church of St. Cyril and Methodious, the location of the last resistance of Czech paratroopers
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NOT Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Tips
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Meeting Point & Time
Starting point:
- In front of the building Týnská 627/7, 110 00 Prague at 2:00 PM (14:00)
End of the tour:
- St. Cyril and Methodius Church & Memorial, Resslova 307/9a, 120 00 Prague
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Important Information
- Bring comfortable shoes
- Please note that a minimum of 2 participants is required to run this tour
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
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Cancel Policy
Booking conditions are non-refundable.
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Activity Provider
McGee's Entertainment, s.r.o.
McGee's Trips & Tickets | Týnská 1053/21 | Staré Město, 110 00 Praha
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CZ24807621
