A Taste of Life Under Communism in Prague
This exclusive cultural tour takes you back in time to the Communist era in Prague through food, storytelling, and historical sightseeing.
Your local guide will show you significant spots in the Old and New Towns where you will dip into Prague’s daily life when it was behind the Iron Curtain. You’ll visit the most remarkable sites of the famous Velvet Revolution. You’ll come across old landmarks that still hold memories from this era, and even stop for a beer inside the largest communist building in the city center. Along the way, you’ll also find out a modern food culture that has been influenced by this time in history. Visit a classic diner known for its traditional bites; try one of the country’s favorite street food snacks; and sit down to eat at a simple canteen-style restaurant where the working-class still go to enjoy traditional lunches. Join us as we get underneath the skin of Prague on this fun and informative adventure that combines history with tasty modern cuisine
per adult from
$103
AUDDuration
3 hours
Voucher
Mobile ticket
What's included :
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Prague: a food lover guide
- Local english speaking guide
What's excluded :
- Gratuities / Tips for guides
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Extra drinks
- Stop At: Velvet Revolution Memorial, Prague Czech Republic
In an arcade between Wenceslas Square and the National Theatre is a small bronze plaque with symbolic hands of revolting Czech students. This is a memorial to one of the most crucial moments in Czech (and Czechoslovak) history – the beginning of the Velvet Revolution on November 17th
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Statue of Franz Kafka, Spalena 2121/22 Quadrio Shopping Center, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic
Franz Kafka's head- statue by david Černy,
Charvátova
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mihulka Powder Tower, Vikarska 2 Within Prague Castle Area, Prague 119 00 Czech Republic
The stunning gothic gate from the 1300s which separates Prague's old and new towns.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Upside-Down Statue of King Wenceslas Riding a Dead Horse, Vodickova 704/36 Lucerna Palace Gallery - Palác Lucerna, Prague 11602 Czech Republic
Another controversial statue of David Černy located in Lucerna Passage.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Prague, Prague, Bohemia
Sisters Bistro: Take a break from walking to try Chlebíčky - we know the best place in town for this traditional Czech open-face sandwichesCzech.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Prague, Prague, Bohemia
Jidelna Svetozor: a humble diner where you'll enjoy traditional lunch recipes from the 20th century and beer or the communist version of coke,
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Prague, Prague, Bohemia
Apetit: Finish your food tastings with a sweet treat from a specialty shop serving traditional Czech pastries.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Prague, Prague, Bohemia
T-Anker rooftop bar: Enjoy one of the best views of the city from the top of Kotva, a brutalist-style department store built during the Communist era, while sipping on a local beer.
Duration: 20 minutes
Sample Menu
• Clebičky’ - Selection of traditional Czech Republic's open-faced sandwiches Departure Point :
Velvet Revolution Memorial, Národní 110 00, Nové Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, CzechiaDeparture Time :
12:30 PMReturn Detail :
Returns to original departure pointHotel Pickup :
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Tour stops, tastings and number of tastings may change slightly to reflect seasonal produce, vendor opening hours and availability.
- Most travelers can participate
- Contact us to advise of any dietary restrictions such as vegetarian and gluten-free diets
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Language
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Age Req.
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Fitness Req.
None
Group Size
12
Organised by Prague Food Tours by Eating Europe
Activity ID: V-20624P4
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