Psychiatric Hospital & Abandoned Cemetery
Description
Take a walk through the famous Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital and towards its historic abandoned graveyard, where you will be introduced to the intense and at times dark history of the field of psychiatry. Your guide will lead you through a maze of buildings rich in both history and controversy from ancient times to the present day. Learn of the torments of 19th and 20th century psychiatric treatments and the agonizing lives of the hospital’s inmates. And at last, we will lead you on a path to the cemetery wherein seemingly calm fellowship many souls lay at rest; history tells of a different story. Tour highlights: Introduction to the history of Psychiatry in Europe from Medieval times to modern days Learn about various methods used to cure mental illnesses Rosenheim experiment Discover more about life in the Bohnice Psychiatric Clinic and hear of stories of some past and current infamous patients A promenade around the abandoned cemetery which has attracted many lovers of mystics
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Itinerary
We meet in front of the gate of the Psychiatric Hospital. You will be introduced to the intense and at times dark history of the field of psychiatry. You will be led through a maze of buildings rich in both history and controversy. Be prepared to enter a whole new different world stained with torturous and deadly treatments.
The surroundings of the abandoned Hospital Cemetery - after a short walk we will visit a hospital's cemetery, one of the most mysterious, desperately lonely and dark places in Prague.
Viewpoint overlooking the Valley nearby - a beautiful view of the whole valley and Vltava River.
Tour will end in front of the Psychiatric Hospital but the tour guide will be heading to the metro, so you can join him.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour includes historical facts connected the dark history of the field of psychiatry so it is not recommended for small children
Reviews(47)
Very interesting experience for people who are interested in psychiatry and psychology. Be prepared for quite a bit of walking. Very nice tour guide- Allen, he has a lot of knowledge about the place, he is also very chatty and kind. :)
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! 😊 We’re happy to hear that you found the tour interesting and enjoyed exploring this fascinating side of Prague’s history.
It was good. The tour guide was knowledgeable.
Thank you for your review!
The tour was really intressting and we got literally overwhelmed with informations, facts and stories about the psychiatry - in a positive way of course:). Absolutely worth it - especially for those, who like to leave the known tourist paths and experience something special. Allen, our guide, was so kind and did a perfect job with the tour - we were so happy to make this stunning experience with him!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted you enjoyed discovering a different side of the city with Allen. It's wonderful to hear that his knowledge, kindness, and storytelling made the experience so memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon!
We had a fantastic tour with Allen! He shared so many interesting facts and stories, making the experience both fun and informative. He was friendly, engaging, and gave us an excellent restaurant recommendation afterward. We highly recommend taking a tour with Allen!
Thanky you for the review and the recommendation!
I did this tour with a group of friends and I really enjoyed it. Allen was a great tour guide. He was very friendly informative and chatty. I feel like I’ve learnt so much about the psychiatric hospital in Prague alongside its history. The tour was about three hours long and it was lovely to walk through the Czech countryside. I would definitely recommend this tour if you enjoy history and psychology!
We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the tour! Thank you for choosing us, and we hope our stories will inspire you to explore even more of Prague's history.
Off the beaten track and very informative at the same time. Jan is very friendly and his English is accessible to a beginner in the language. Very satisfied with this visit.
Merci beaucoup!!
Visiting the hospital and cemetery was a wonderful experience, different from the usual tourist routes. Allen, our guide, was very kind and professional, three hours passed quickly.
Grazie mille per la bella recensione!
We liked the tour with Jan very much. It was a very special tour with interesting information, buildings and good conversations. We highly recommend this tour and especially the tour guide Jan. He was very kind, open minded and knowledgeable! :) thank you very much, Jan. Greetings from Leipzig, Teresa and Charlyn
Thank you so much, Teresa and Charlyn! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the tour with Jan and appreciated both the atmosphere and the conversations along the way. Thanks again for the recommendation. We hope to see you again sometime!
I had an incredible experience on this tour. Jan is not just a guide — he’s a storyteller who truly immerses you into the history and atmosphere of the place. The way he explained the history of the psychiatric hospital, the treatment methods, and the lives of people there was deep, thoughtful, and genuinely engaging. He created such a unique, almost mystical atmosphere that stayed with me long after the tour ended. It wasn’t just informative — it was emotional and thought-provoking. I found myself reflecting on life, its meaning, and how different realities can be.. This experience really touched me, and I highly recommend Jan and his tour to anyone looking for something deeper than a typical excursion . It’s something you’ll carry with you for a long time. Thank you!!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad to hear that the tour with Jan made such a strong impression. Thanks again for joining us—we hope to see you on another tour soon!
Ian was very good guide tour. He knew a lot about the place. We visited the area of the Psychiatric Hospital. He told us a lot of things about the hospital itself and about some of the patients that were here at the time and as well as a lot of patients that were staying there back in time. Overall it was an interesting tour and something not very common to visit. Be prepared though the tour lasted 3 hours approximately with a lot of walking around the area. We also visited a creepy abandoned cemetery but it was nice and calming same time.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience! It’s great to hear that you were satisfied, and we can’t wait to have you back again. :)
