Terezín Concentration Camp | From a holocaust prison to a historical memorial

A concise half-day journey from Prague with expert-led insights and access to Terezín’s Small Fortress.

• Day out to Terezín Concentration Camp from Prague’s Rudolfinum with round-trip AC coach transfers for a smooth, time-efficient visit.
• You’ll get a live guide in English, German, Spanish, French, or Italian (as per option selected) leading your on-site exploration.
• Terezin Small Fortress: Walk through the historic prison blocks, courtyards, and passageways while learning how the site operated during the occupation.
• Guided walking tour: Spend one focused hour walking through the core areas of the Small Fortress with detailed commentary from your guide.
• Upgrades: Opt for a multilingual audio guide on your phone to explore at your own pace with detailed commentary.

Inclusions #

• 4.5-hour full-day tour of Terezín Concentration Camp

• Round-trip transfers from Prague Rudolfinum in an air-conditioned bus

• 1-hour guided walking tour of Terezín Small Fortress

• Entry to Small Fortress

• Expert English, German, Spanish, French, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, & Czech (as per option selected, on your mobile phone)

Exclusions #

• Entry to Jewish Cemetery & Krematorium

• Live tour guide on the bus

• Food & drinks

• Headsets

What to bring

• Carry a valid ID card, as it is required for verification before the tour departs.
• Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes, as the Small Fortress has uneven ground, gravel paths, and long outdoor routes that require a stable footing.
• Pack a small umbrella or rain jacket, as sudden rain showers are possible, and many parts of the visit are not sheltered.

What’s not allowed

• Flash photography is prohibited inside certain memorial areas to protect sensitive displays and maintain a respectful environment.
• Bring only a small personal bag, as large luggage cannot be accommodated on the tour vehicle or easily carried through the site.

Accessibility

• This tour is not wheelchair accessible, as the fortress contains steep steps, narrow corridors, and unpaved courtyards.

Additional information

• Meet your guide in front of the main entrance to the Rudolfinum at Jan Palach Square, where they will be easily identifiable holding a blue and white umbrella.
• This tour does not operate on December 23, 24, 25, 26, 31, or January 1, so plan accordingly if traveling during the holiday season.
• Some portions of the tour may involve emotionally heavy material due to the nature of the site.

A guided visit to Terezín’s memorial sites with fortress access, museum entry, & expert commentary.

• Day out to Terezín from Prague with round-trip AC bus transfers, departing from Na Příkopě for an easy touring experience.
• You’ll get an expert English, Spanish, German, or Italian-speaking guide leading your visit across the Terezín memorial complex.
• Large Fortress: Walk through the former military stronghold and learn how it became part of Terezín’s wartime system of control.
• Small Fortress: Enter the former Gestapo prison, exploring the courtyards, cells, and passages where prisoners were held and interrogated.
• Ghetto Museum: Visit the exhibition documenting the daily life, resilience, and suffering of the people imprisoned in the Terezin Ghetto.

Inclusions #

• 5-hour full-day tour of Terezín Concentration Camp

• Round-trip transfers from Na Příkopě in an air-conditioned bus

• 3-hour guided walking tour of Terezin Concentration Camp

• Entry to Large Fortress

• Entry to Ghetto Museum

• Entry to Small Fortress (Gestapo prison)

• Expert English, Spanish, German, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Ticket to the Kingdom of Railways in Prague (can be used any time after the tour)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up & drop-off

• Lunch

What to bring

• Carry a valid ID card, as it is required for verification before the tour begins.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the Terezín Memorial grounds include large outdoor areas, uneven pavement, and long corridors within the former barracks.
• Bring weather-appropriate clothing, since much of the visit takes place outdoors and conditions can be windier and colder than in Prague.

What’s not allowed

• Large suitcases or bulky luggage are not allowed on the tour vehicle, so guests should bring only compact personal items.
• Flash photography is strictly prohibited to protect sensitive displays.
• Loud conversations or disruptive behavior are discouraged, as the site is a place of reflection and remembrance.

Accessibility

• This tour is not wheelchair accessible; the barracks and underground passages have uneven surfaces, steep steps, and narrow walkways, which may pose challenges for visitors with mobility limitations.

Additional information

• This tour departs daily at 8:45am, so arriving 10 to 15 minutes early is recommended to allow for check-in.
• The transfer from Prague to Terezin takes approximately one hour, depending on traffic conditions.
• The Terezín Crematorium remains closed on Sundays.
• Your guide will provide historical context throughout the tour, and certain sections of the memorial may include emotionally heavy material due to the nature of the site.