Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $43 / person
- Location
- Prague, Czechia
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 2,956 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN
- Group
- Up to 26 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Communism and Nuclear Bunker Tour
- Meeting point
- STARTING POINT INSTRUCTIONSPlease arrive 5-10 min before to the Starting Point to Check-in/RegisterThe Starting Point-Ticket is Office located INSIDE the Passage at the Address: Male Namesti Square Nr. 459 / 11,Praha 1 Oldtown (it is 20 meters to the right side from Black Angel Bar/Hotel U Prince)
Description
This tour includes a unique mix of a history walk in the city and real historical sights when visiting a real nuclear bunker hidden 4 floors underground. Includes cold war expositions, photos, original items, army gear and equipment. People also recieve a copy of an authentic survival guide with nuclear instructions. Visit an authentic site a real nuclear bunker from the 1950s cold war era.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 17 times a day, 10:00 AM–5:45 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 30
- Adult (ages 18–64)
- $43
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $38
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $28
- Child (ages 6–11)
- $22
Out at sunset: the 2:10 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:24 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 434 of the next 510 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The starting point of the tour
StB Holding Cells
The former secret police building, the story of the former president Vaclav Havel
Velvet Revolution Memorial
The Story of the Velvet Revolution in 1989
The historical events and recent political history of the Czech Republic
Wenceslas Square
The history of the Soviet invasion of August 1968 and Alexander Dubcek, then there is the public tram ride to the bunker, the public transport group tickets are included in the tour price
10 min by tram from the city center, the general residential area of Zizkov is located in the former workers disctrict, still bears typical socialist architecture and original buildings from the 1970s concrete era.
After a walk to the bunker you go 4 floors down by huge double staircase down exactly 84 steps (George Orwell number) to visit the tunnels and rooms hidden underground inside the big hill, some up to 25 meters below the terrain level to hide people in case of a nuclear explosion. Visit the Nuclear Bunker Cold War museum end expositions and listen to history of Czechoslovakia in communism cold war period.
Prague Old Town
After a 10 min Tram ride back to the city center the tour ends.
What's included
Included
English Live Guide
Photo Booklet and Bunker Survival Guide
public transport to and back from the bunker
Entrance to the Nuclear Bunker Museum
Not included
Gratuities
this tour does not include / visit the museum of communism in the city center
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
2,956 reviews
How it compares in Prague
- No. 11 by number of reviews among 1,928 tours in Prague
- Starting price $43 is 26% below the typical $58 for tours of similar length in Prague
- Price unchanged over the last 27 days
Excurgo comparison of 1,928 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Walking tour with live guide commentary (fix language option)
- Not possible for wheelchair or baby stroller due to walking / stairs
- Not possible for people with any walking disability, mobility issue
- Not allowed for smallest children under 6y. school age
- Not for infants or children with attention / behavior disorder
- Not recommended for high pregnant travelers or claustrophobia
- For safety it is required to speak the chosen language of the tour
- Not allowed to join the tour under alcohol or drug influence
- Not allowed to translate during the tour to other languages
- Not allowed to disturb the tour by any disruptive behavior
- Not for bachelor parties, costumed groups, no smoking, no pets
- Tour duration might vary +- 10/15min depending the group size
- Online tickets can be made up to 30 mins before the tour start
- Once the tour left the start it is not guaranteed to join the group
- Comfortable shoes, normal walking footware recommended
- Photos are allowed, video recording only with special permission
- not for people with claustrophobia, serious heart issues, similar
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour take?
Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour cost?
Prices start at $43 per person for this Prague experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 17 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 5:45 PM.
How much does Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $22, adults from $43.
Does Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour sell out?
It can: 434 of the next 510 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is STARTING POINT INSTRUCTIONS. Please arrive 5-10 min before to the Starting Point to Check-in/Register. The Starting Point-Ticket is Office located INSIDE the Passage at the Address: Male Namesti Square Nr. 459 / 11,Praha 1 Oldtown (it is 20 meters to the right side from Black Angel Bar/Hotel U Prince). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Prague Communism History and Nuclear Bunker Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 26 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Not possible for wheelchair or baby stroller due to walking / stairs Not allowed for smallest children under 6y. school age Not for infants or children with attention / behavior disorder
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Not possible for wheelchair or baby stroller due to walking / stairs Not possible for people with any walking disability, mobility issue
Reviews(2,956)
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