Tour 3
Resistance & Revolution in Historic New Town
A deep dive into Prague’s dramatic 20th-century story, from Nazi occupation during WWII to life under Communism and the triumph of the Velvet Revolution.
This route is perfect for history lovers who want to go beyond the medieval fairy tale. We’ll trace the places where ordinary citizens made history, moving through hidden courtyards, historic halls, and key revolutionary landmarks in New Town.
The walk follows Prague’s national revival, First Republic architecture, everyday life under Communism, the Soviet invasion, Jan Palach, Operation Anthropoid, and the Velvet Revolution.
Included sights
- Dancing House
- St. Cyril & Methodius Church and Anthropoid Memorial
- Wenceslas Square
- Palác Adria
- František Gardens
- Velvet Revolution Memorial
- Lucerna Passage
