Guided Tour of Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital and Abandoned Cemetery in Prague

About this experience

Guided Tour of Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital and Abandoned Cemetery in Prague This unique Prague tour takes you into the haunting history of Bohnice Psychiatric Clinic and its forgotten cemetery. You'll explore one of Central Europe's most significant mental health facilities with an expert guide who reveals the dark chapters of psychiatric treatment from medieval times to the present day. The tour covers the hospital's comprehensive history, including the disturbing treatment procedures once practised here and the groundbreaking Rosenhan experiment that helped transform modern psychiatry. You'll walk through the abandoned cemetery where unnamed patients were buried, their tragic stories lost to time. This isn't your typical Prague sightseeing tour, but rather a sobering look at medical history and human suffering that shaped our understanding of mental health. What is Included Expert English-speaking guide Walking tour of the hospital and cemetery grounds Good to Know The tour lasts 3 hours, so wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. You should arrive 10 to 15 minutes early at the designated meeting point. This experience involves walking through hospital grounds and cemetery areas, making it suitable for those with average fitness levels. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before your tour date. This tour offers a very different perspective on Prague's history compared to traditional city walks. If you're interested in exploring more of Prague's darker historical sites, you might also consider a Prague ghost walking tour or discover the city's underground secrets with a Prague underground tour. The tour is suitable for first-time visitors to Prague who want to add an unusual cultural and historical element to their trip, though the subject matter makes it more appropriate for mature audiences interested in medical and social history.

Highlights

• Get immersed in the comprehensive history of Prague’s Bohnice Psychiatric Clinic and its abandoned graveyard with a professional guide
• Get insights into the origin and evolution of psychiatry in Europe starting from the Medieval ages to the present times
• Learn about the horrific treatment procedures followed here along with the Rosenhan experiment, which helped improve the field of psychiatry
• Visit the hospital’s cemetery and reflect upon the unnamed patients whose tragic lives and stories are lost to history forever.

What is included

• Expert English-speaking guide Walking tour

Not included

• Tips Interior visit

Before you go

Arrive a little early for check-in, ticket exchange or security screening. Wear comfortable shoes if your visit includes walking on cobblestones, steps or uneven ground. Check your confirmation for meeting point details, entry instructions and opening times. Bring your own headphones and a charged phone if the guide is delivered through a mobile app.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.