Terezin: Private Half-Day Tour from Prague
We'll explore the history of Terezin town by visiting the most interesting places. Btw. I'm the accredited official guide.
The Main Fortress - history of the unique military fortress from the 18th century (most groups skip this part). The Ghetto Museum - the ghetto held jews from many countries. The Magdeburg Barracks - former army barracks, today an exhibition on ghetto-era culture. The loft - place where people lived during the ghetto period. The synagogue - an improvised place to pray. The Small Fortress - it was used as a prison. Terezin Memorial - a National Cemetery. The crematorium - built by prisoners in 1942.
All you need are:
- some snacks (lunch is not included),
- comfortable shoes (sidewalks can be slippery)
I'll handle all the other arrangements. We will spend approximately 4-4,5 hours in Terezín and 2 hours travelling. Please be prepared to walk at least 3 miles.
We may visit the sites in a different order.
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Terezin: Private Half-Day Tour from Prague
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What's included in Terezin: Private Half-Day Tour from Prague
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hlavni Pevnost (Main Fortress)
We'll start our tour at a “Retranchement 5” building where is the visitors center. I will explain the history of this unique 18th century military fortress. We'll climb its walls and find hidden spots that most groups miss because they're off the beaten track.
Muzeum Ghetta
The Ghetto Museum is located in the former school building in the very centre of Terezin. In the ground floor there is a Memorial hall of children. The first floor exhibition covers the inception of the persecution of Protectorate Jews, their life in the ghetto and extermination camps. Please be prepared that the exhibition may cause very strong emotions.
Magdeburska Kasarna (Magdeburg Barracks)
Former army barracks were used as a seat of Jewish self-goverment during the WWII. There is a Replica of a prison dormitory from the ghetto period. The exhibitions on the cultural activities of involuntary inhabitants of the ghetto continue the displays at the Ghetto Museum. Tipics: themes: music, paintings, literature, theatre. You already have a combined ticket from previous museum.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Admissions (Small Fortress, Museum, Synagogue, Crematorium, Magdeburg Barracks)
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Professional driver and guide
- Lunch is not included. Better take a snack with you.
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for small kids because of the character of the place.
- We will walk aprox 2 miles. Good shoes are important.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Look for a grey Renault Trafic minivan. Usually arriving 5 minutes before pickup and stops right in front of the hotel (if possible).
