The Cold War Museum

The Cold War Museum is an essential stop for anyone wanting to step beneath the surface of Prague. Located in a genuine nuclear fallout shelter under the Jalta Hotel on Wenceslas Square, this site offers a visceral look at the mechanisms of control in Communist-era Czechoslovakia. Visitors are led through a series of preserved rooms including an interrogation chamber, a spying office equipped with period listening devices, and an operator station where you can handle actual Morse code technology. Because the site is a real bunker with tight corridors, tours are limited to small groups, ensuring you hear every detail from the guides who maintain the history of the Czechoslovak Armed Forces. You must email ahead to reserve your spot, and arriving early is vital to ensure you get the full duration of your experience.