The only full Anthropoid tour with a visit to curve and Lidice, by private car

WWII hits harder when you stand here. This private-car, half-day Prague tour links the Resslova church crypt to the curve assassination site, then continues out to Lidice for the aftermath. I especially loved the private transportation and the fact that your guide can explain the mission step by step at the places you’re actually seeing.

You’ll also get highly structured timing, with about an hour at each stop, so you can fit something heavy and important into a busy day. The only real downside to consider is that this is emotional history, and there is no included food, so plan on bringing water and staying fueled.

Key things that make this Anthropoid and Lidice tour worth it

• Private car to Lidice so you spend less time figuring out how to get there
• Crypt + memorial visits at the exact sites tied to Operation Anthropoid and its consequences
• Three major locations in one 3-hour window, with about an hour per stop
• English live commentary and a pro guide, with explanations designed to make the story click
• Free admission tickets at each main stop, so your money goes toward the guiding and transport

A tight 3-hour plan that still tells the full Anthropoid story

This is built as a true half-day, roughly 3 hours, and it does not feel rushed in the way some fast tours do. The format is simple: you start in the Resslova area, you move to the curve where Heydrich was attacked, and you end at Lidice outside the city near the airport area.

That matters because the Anthropoid story is not just one event. It starts with the mission background, moves through the assassination itself, and then lands in the brutal reality that followed. Having all three pieces in one outing helps you connect the dots without needing to study first.

Also, the tour is in English and capped at a maximum of 10 travelers. That small group size gives you a better shot at questions and real back-and-forth, instead of a lecture you hear from the back row.

From Resslova to the curve to Lidice, in your own private car

The meeting point is at the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror, Resslova 9a, 120 00 Prague 2-Nové Město. The end point is Old Town Square, or you can have it end in your hotel, depending on how the operator sets it up for you.

The practical win here is the private vehicle. Lidice is outside central Prague, and you will feel the time pressure in a self-guided plan. With private transport plus live commentary on board, you get the history while you’re moving, not only when you’re standing still.

Price-wise, it is $150.18 per person. That sounds steep until you break down what you’re paying for: a professional guide, driver, and private transportation to multiple sites, with about an hour at each location. For many people, this ends up being good value when you compare it to piecing together separate tickets, transit time, and the cost of guided time.

One more note: the tour uses a mobile ticket, which is handy if you do not love printing documents. And since the average booking window is about 59 days ahead, it makes sense to lock in your date early if you want a specific morning slot.

Stop 1 at Resslova: the church and crypt where the heroes died

Your first major stop is the church of St. Cyril and Methodius on Resslova. This is where the seven heroes of the operation died, and it is not just a surface visit. You go into the crypt, you see the church, and you also look around the surroundings that shaped how events unfolded.

What I like about this stop is the way it frames the operation before you reach the assassination site. Your guide explains why the operation happened, how Czech life and resistance efforts were developing in the 1930s and 1940s, and then how Operation Anthropoid itself unfolded. The goal is to help you understand the mission logic, not just memorize dates.

There’s also a practical benefit: this stop is listed with an admission ticket free. So you are not paying extra just to access the setting where the story starts.

One consideration: the crypt setting can feel quieter and more intense than an outdoor memorial. If you’re the type who likes time to process, give yourself a few minutes to stand back after your guide finishes a section. The best guides will know when to talk and when to let the site do the work.

Stop 2 at the curve: where Heydrich was assassinated

Next comes the curve, the location tied to the assassination of Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich. Here, your guide reconnects what you learned at the church crypt to the practical reality of the attack.

The tour includes time to see the surroundings, the curve itself, and the highway area today. That modern-day view matters because it can be hard to picture how something historic played out when the streets look different from what you’ve seen in photos.

What makes this stop feel worth the time is that the guide does not treat it like trivia. They walk you through how the assassination happened, then point to the physical clues around you so the event feels more concrete.

Again, admission is listed as free for this segment. So you’re paying for interpretation and guiding, not entry fees.

Stop 3 at Lidice: the meadow where the village was erased

The final stop is the Lidice Memorial, outside the city, near the Prague airport area. The drive takes about 20 minutes, so this is a manageable change of pace after the urban sites.

Lidice is remembered because the Nazis burned the village to the ground as revenge for the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich. Today, the memorial is described as a large meadow, which can look peaceful at first glance. Then the meaning hits, and the experience turns deeply moving and tragic.

This stop is about understanding consequences. You see the memorial grounds and learn how revenge was used as a weapon against civilians. It is one of those places where you can feel the moral weight shift in your mind, because history is not only the moment of violence. It is what happened to ordinary people afterward.

Your visit here is about an hour, and the site is also marked as free admission. And since food and drinks are not included on the tour, I recommend you plan to eat before or after. If you end in central Prague, you’ll have plenty of choices nearby, but you do not want to rely on finding a meal while you’re on the run.

Why the guide’s storytelling changes everything

This is one of those tours where the guide can make the difference between okay and unforgettable. The strongest versions of this experience are the ones that explain Operation Anthropoid clearly, in plain language, at the exact places where the story happened.

In past outings, guides such as Lenka, Eva, Jacob, Barbora, and others have led this kind of tour style: passionate, detailed, and good at pacing. Some guides are especially good at answering the questions that come up naturally after you stand in the church crypt and then move to the curve.

I’d also watch for a guide who balances facts with timing. The best moments often happen when they stop talking and you can take in the setting. If you choose this tour because you want more than a movie recap, prioritize a guide who can explain both the Czech context and the mission mechanics, then answer follow-up questions without rushing you along.

Price and logistics: what you’re really paying for

At $150.18 per person, this is not a budget activity. But it can be good value if you want the whole package in one go.

Here’s what the price is doing:

• Private transport between three sites, including the out-of-city Lidice stop
• A professional guide plus live commentary on board
• About 3 hours total, which is easier to fit into a day than multi-hour rail or bus planning
• Free admission tickets at the main stops listed for the tour

If you tried to do it on your own, you would likely spend time figuring out routes, dealing with transfers, and trying to reconstruct context from signage alone. This tour pays for guided interpretation, not just movement.

If you are traveling with a small group, private tours sometimes feel easier to justify. If you are solo, it can still be worth it because the guide does the heavy lifting for you, especially when the history is complicated.

Who this works for, and who should think twice

This tour is a strong match if you want:

• a focused WWII experience tied to Prague sites
• the full chain of story, from mission context to Heydrich’s assassination to Lidice
• a private-car half-day you can manage without heavy transit planning

You might think twice if:

• you’re not comfortable with emotionally heavy history and the idea of visiting memorials tied to civilian suffering
• you need food breaks built into your schedule, since food and drinks are not included
• you prefer totally self-guided sightseeing with your own pace, because this includes guided time at each location

For most people, though, this is one of the most efficient ways to see the key physical locations connected to Operation Anthropoid in a single morning or afternoon block.

Should you book this Anthropoid and Lidice tour?

Yes, I think you should book if you want a guided, full-story experience with minimal hassle. The combination of private transportation, the church crypt start, the curve assassination site, and then the Lidice memorial consequence gives you a shape to the history that you cannot easily recreate on your own in a short time.

I’d book sooner rather than later, since it’s commonly booked about 59 days in advance on average. And if you’re the kind of traveler who likes real context, not just a quick highlight reel, this tour’s structure is made for you.

If you do go, come prepared to slow down at Lidice and let the meaning land. You’ll get more out of it that way.

FAQ

How long is the Anthropoid and Lidice tour?

It runs for approximately 3 hours.

What are the main stops on the tour?

You visit the church of St. Cyril and Methodius at Resslova with access to the crypt, the Operation Anthropoid Memorial at the curve, and the Lidice Memorial.

Where does the tour start and where does it end?

It starts at the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror, Resslova 9a, Prague 2-Nové Město. It ends in the city center at Old Town Square, or it can end at your hotel.

Is transport included?

Yes. You get transport by private vehicle with a driver/guide and live commentary on board.

Is there free admission at the sites?

Admission tickets are listed as free for the stops included on the tour.

Is food or drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included.

How big is the group?

The maximum group size is 10 travelers.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

Is a mobile ticket used?

Yes, the tour includes a mobile ticket.

Is free cancellation available?

Yes, free cancellation is available. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, with the cutoff based on local time.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed.