WWII Prague gets painfully real in three stops. This is one of the few full Anthropoid routes that ties together the church crypt, the curve of the Heydrich assassination, and Lidice. I like how the whole story gets laid out in the exact places where it happened, with a private guide pacing the lessons as you go.

The other big win: you’re not bouncing on public transport. You get private transport between sites, and each stop is about an hour, so the half-day format fits real schedules. One drawback to plan for: this is heavy material, and there aren’t any built-in long breaks or meal stops, since food and drinks aren’t included.

Key Things You’ll Remember

• A rare full route: Resslova crypt, the curve site, and Lidice in one organized visit
• Private car convenience: faster transfers and less time figuring out logistics
• Step-by-step storytelling: the guide connects events and geography into one clear narrative
• Free entry at every stop: no ticket budgeting for the main locations
• Small group size (max 10): easier questions, quieter pacing, more human conversations
• Lidice hits hard: a calm meadow setting that makes the Nazi revenge feel even more disturbing

Why This Private “Anthropoid + Lidice” Tour Makes Sense in Prague

If you know Prague from cobblestones and bridges, this tour flips the frame. You’ll spend a half-day tracking one of the most consequential WWII moments linked to the Czech lands: the Anthropoid operation, Reinhard Heydrich’s assassination at the curve, and the brutal retaliation in Lidice.

What makes it especially practical is that you don’t have to stitch the experience together yourself. Instead, the tour gives you the sequence: the church where the heroes died, the place where the attack happened, then the memorial site outside the city. Each stop runs about an hour, so you get context without turning it into an all-day project.

Also, the tour runs in English and stays small—up to 10 people. That matters because this subject needs questions answered clearly, and it helps when you’re not lost in a large group.

Getting There: The Private Car, the Timing, and the Start/End Points

This is built around easy movement. You’ll have transport by private vehicle, with a driver and live commentary onboard. The whole thing is about 3 hours total, and it’s designed to fit busy itineraries.

You start at the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror at Resslova 9a (Prague 2 – Nové Město). You finish back in the center, either at Old Town Square (Staroměstské nám.) or directly at your hotel. That end-point flexibility is genuinely useful when you want to keep your day intact.

One detail that helps your planning: the drive from Prague to Lidice takes about 20 minutes. So yes, you’re leaving the city—but you’re not losing your whole morning to transit.

Price-wise, it’s $150.18 per person. For a half-day with a private vehicle, a professional guide, and live onboard commentary, it can feel like good value—especially because the core locations have free admission tickets. The cost shifts from “paying for entry” to “paying for guided access and smart logistics.”

Stop 1: Resslova Church and Crypt Where the Heroes Died

Your first stop is at Resslova, at the church of St. Cyril and Methodius. This is where the seven heroes of the story died. The tour doesn’t just point at a building—it explains what the site meant, and why it ended the way it did.

You’ll enter the crypt. That’s where the story becomes concrete and physical. The guide also walks you through the church and the surrounding area, which is important because the operation isn’t just one dramatic moment—it’s connected to the broader development of events in Czechia in the 1930s and ’40s, and to the step-by-step way Anthropoid unfolded.

A practical upside: this stop is about 1 hour, and the admission ticket is listed as free. That means you’re not stuck trying to buy something on the spot or waiting for timed entry. You’re simply in learning mode.

A consideration: crypt spaces can feel closed-in and emotionally intense. If you don’t handle solemn sites well, go slow and let the guide’s pace control the moment.

Stop 2: The Curve and the Heydrich Assassination Site

After the crypt, you move to the Operation Anthropoid Memorial, focused on the assassination site at the curve. Here, the tour tightens the narrative. You’ll revisit how the assassination happened, and then you’ll look at the surroundings—plus the highway area as it exists today.

This is one of the strongest parts of the whole experience because it helps you do something most WWII stories don’t manage: it lets you picture the geography. The guide uses what you just learned to connect the plan, the movement, and the public reality of the attack location.

There’s also a clear rhythm: you get the background first (Stop 1), then the event (Stop 2), then the consequences in a different place and mood (Stop 3). That structure helps the story click.

Like the first stop, this one runs about 1 hour and is marked with free admission. The value here isn’t paying entry—it’s understanding what you’re seeing.

Stop 3: Lidice Memorial, a Meadow That Still Feels Like a Warning

Then you’ll head out to Lidice, about 20 minutes from Prague. This is the emotional center of the day.

Lidice was completely destroyed by the Nazis as revenge tied to the assassination and death of Reinhard Heydrich. The memorial site today is a large meadow—open and quiet in appearance, which makes the historical reality harder to digest.

You’ll visit the Lidice memorial, and the guide will frame what you’re seeing in the bigger story: how one event triggered not just immediate punishment, but long-lasting terror aimed at civilians.

It’s heart-rending material, and it’s also the part that tends to linger after you’re back in Prague. You may feel the contrast between the calm setting and the cruelty behind it, and that contrast is exactly what the memorial is designed to communicate.

A practical note: because this is about remembrance, there’s no “fun finish” built in. Plan your energy for a somber ending and keep your next stop simple—at least at first.

The Private Guide Effect: Storytelling That Turns Geography into Meaning

This is one of those tours where the guide matters as much as the locations. The experience is built around a professional guide with live commentary, and the goal is clear: explain what happened and why it mattered, in a way you can actually follow.

From what I’ve seen described by past participants, guides like Lenka/Lenika and Eva (and others such as Jacob and Barbora) tend to teach with a storyteller’s control. People point out that they start with basic understanding and end with a much clearer mental map of the operation and its aftermath.

You’ll also notice the guide pacing the day. It isn’t nonstop lecture. It’s more like, here’s the place, here’s the reason it mattered, and then you can look around with context instead of just snapping photos.

That’s especially helpful if you’ve seen a film. Even if a movie gave you the headline version, the tour’s structure adds the layers—background context, the actual site of the attack, the crypt where the heroes were found, and the way Lidice became part of the punishment.

What’s Included (and What You Need to Bring)

Included:

• Driver/guide
• Live commentary on board
• Professional guide
• Transport by private vehicle
• Admission ticket status for the key stops is listed as free

Not included:

• Food and drinks

So the simple game plan is: bring a snack or plan to eat before or after. Since the tour runs about 3 hours, you’ll likely want something small in your day-bag. Comfortable shoes also help, since you’ll spend time moving between memorial spaces and viewing areas.

Because the tour is offered in English and supports most travelers, it’s also a solid option if you want history explained plainly rather than in heavy academic style.

Price and Value: Is $150.18 Worth It?

At $150.18 per person, you’re paying for three things that add up fast if you DIY:

1. A guide who ties the locations together, so you aren’t just looking at plaques.
2. Private transport that saves time and confusion—especially with Lidice.
3. Three major sites in one half-day, with about an hour at each.

The admission part helps too: the tour lists the ticket status for all three stops as free. So you’re not paying entry fees on top of the guide cost. Instead, you’re buying time and clarity.

Small group size (max 10) also supports the value. When you can ask questions and the guide can slow down for your understanding, the price feels less like a ticket and more like “a real service.”

Would you pay less if you went on your own? Sure. But most people come away with the feeling that they didn’t just visit sites—they finally understood how they connect.

Who This Tour Fits Best

This tour is a strong match if:

• you want a focused WWII experience without turning it into a long day
• you’re interested in Operation Anthropoid, but want more than movie-level detail
• you prefer private transport and a tight, well-timed route
• you’d rather learn with a guide in English than hunt for explanations alone

It may be less ideal if:

• you need a cheerful day with lots of breaks (this is tragic history)
• you want deeper museum-style time at one location instead of a three-stop sweep
• you strongly dislike enclosed memorial spaces like crypt areas

Should You Book It?

If you’re the type who wants history you can place—in real streets, real structures, and real aftermath—this private Anthropoid + Lidice route is a smart buy. The half-day length keeps it practical, the small group size keeps it personal, and the private car removes the usual headache of getting outside the center.

Book it if you want the full story in the right order: Resslova first, then the curve, then Lidice. Skip it if you’re looking for a light sightseeing loop or you’d rather spend extra time on your own choosing fewer stops.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour is about 3 hours total, with roughly 1 hour at each of the three stops.

What stops are included?

You’ll visit the church of St. Cyril and Methodius at Resslova (including the crypt), the Operation Anthropoid Memorial at the curve, and the Lidice memorial outside Prague (about 20 minutes from the city).

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes, it’s offered in English.

Is admission required for the stops?

Admission ticket status is listed as free for the stops included on the tour.

What’s included in the price?

The tour includes a driver/guide, live commentary on board, a professional guide, and transport by private vehicle.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror at Resslova 9a in Prague 2. It ends in the city center at Old Town Square or at your hotel.

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