Terezín Memorial Day Trip from Prague

Walking Tour

6 hrs

Prague

Remembering our darkest moments in history is essential if we are to truly learn from them. It is with this in mind that we visit sites such as Terezín and uncover the stories of the thousands of people who were sent there. An hour’s drive from the bustle of the Czech capital, the former concentration camp is now a memorial to the victims of the Holocaust who passed through its gates. Guided by an expert in Jewish history, we will tour the grounds of the memorial camp and embark on sensitive discussions of the tragedies that occurred within its boundaries.

NOTE: This tour includes a car service that will pick you up at your accommodation. Please tell us your hotel or apartment address in the 'Additional Details' box while adding the tour to your shopping cart.

Sites Visited

Terezin Memorial Camp

Includes

Tickets to the memorial camp
Private car service
6 hours with an expert in Jewish history

Itinerary Details

Our day begins at your accommodation, where we will meet our driver and guide. We will spend about four hours on the grounds of Terezín, taking in its Large Fortress, Small Fortress, and Crematorium. Transformed from a fortress town to a ghetto-concentration camp hybrid from 1941- 1942, Terezín was a way-station to extermination camps for tens of thousands of European Jews. While we explore the various areas of the camp, we will learn about the Jewish self-administration of the camp and the camp’s manipulation and use as propaganda by the Nazis. Our guide will also help us to envisage the paradox of the concentration camp’s unique cultural life among its terrible conditions that were purposefully designed to hasten death.

Individual stories will illuminate the greater picture on our visit—tales of hardship and suffering, but also of hope and courage. Terezín was the only Nazi ghetto with a significant number of survivors, and our guide will share with us throughout the day some of the many testimonies of life in the camp. As we hear these stories, we will develop a deeper understanding of the complexities of the tragedy that occurred at Terezín.

Our time at the site will leave us with a meaningful insight into this particularly difficult period of our recent history—into both the political mechanisms that enabled Terezín’s creation and personal experiences of living and enduring life there.

FAQ

Is this excursion recommended for children?
There is no age limit on our private walks, and there are no age restrictions at the Terezín memorial. However, due to the nature of the subject matter, this excursion may not be suitable for families with younger children. For any interested families, we have family-friendly guides who will tailor the excursion to your needs.

Where do we meet? Where does it end?
Your driver and guide will meet you at your accommodation, where we will also return at the end of the tour.

I'm not staying in Prague—can I still book this tour?
Yes, depending on where you are staying, it may still be possible to book the Terezín Excursion. Please contact us to discuss details and pricing.

Can I book for a group larger than six?
Please contact us to book a group larger than six. It is possible, but we would need to adjust the pricing to account for a larger vehicle.

What costs will I need to cover on the day?

The tour includes the entrance fee for Terezin and your transport to Terezín and back. However, you will need to cover any additional costs on the day, for example, for lunch or snacks.

Does this experience include lunch?
No. Due to the lack of quality dining options in Terezin, we do not account for a lunch stop in our itinerary. We advise clients to bring snacks and we can stop at an on-site bistro for a coffee or a small sandwich mid-tour.

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Included

English-speaking expert guide
Tours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
Intentionally sized groups
A smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
Tickets and entrance fees
All entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
Headsets
Headsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.

Excluded

Gratuities

We encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
Food and drink

Refreshments are only included during a tour when clearly noted.
Transportation to and from the meeting point

Guests organize pre- and post-tour transport themselves - this service can be added by request.
Hotel pickup or drop-off

Unless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.

Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.

Dos:

Wear comfortable footwear
Check the weather and dress appropriately
Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
Feel free to ask your Expert anything

Don'ts:

Bring firearms or weapons
Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments

Any questions? You can always contact us.

12 Reviews

Excellent Terezín tour with Pavel! Starting with the car ride to Terezin, we appreciated Pavel pointing out sights of interest. And throughout our tour, Pavel answered all our questions thoughtfully and insightfully. We also very much appreciated his willingness to engage on political topics and his humor. We highly recommend taking a tour with Pavel!

Cathy Jan 7, 2026

What an incredible experience that we will never forget! Jirina, thank you so much for sharing your passion for this very special and sacred place. We learned so much from you today. You possess so much knowledge about the history of Terezin and you warmly and generously delivered the emotional significance of this place, in addition to teaching us so much about Prague and its’ people and culture. It was such a pleasure spending the day with you! We are going to highly recommend this tour and you to our friends and fellow travelers. Dekuju! The Parent Family

Lu Dec 12, 2025

Marketa was an exceptional guide. She was super knowledgeable, energetic and kind. We had a wonderful day!! Thank you so much.

Jill Apr 3, 2025

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