Explore the rich and at times dark history of psychiatry as you walk through the grounds of the still-functioning Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital on the outskirts of Prague. Pass through a labyrinth of buildings full of history and controversy as we provide you with unique and detailed insights into the treatments of mental disorders, from rituals in medieval times to lobotomies in the more recent past. Finish your tour with a walk to the abandoned hospital cemetery, a favorite location among paranormal investigators.
In front of the gate of Psychiatric Hospital in Bohnice, Ústavní 91, 181 00 Prague, CZ
Experience type
Day tour / activity
Duration
3 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Mobile Ticket
Yes
Live Tour Guide
Yes
For centuries, mental disorders have been a matter of prejudice and social stigma. Treating them was in many cases simply a process of experimentation, leading to methods of therapy that we would now consider extremely cruel. Luckily, the attitude towards mental illness has changed considerably throughout history. The large complex of the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital is the ideal setting for this historical journey, as it was here that psychiatry played its greatest role in the Czech lands. You will learn in detail about the construction and architecture of the entire area, the establishment of the institution, and how it operates today. Beginning with the psychiatric history in ancient Egypt, you will trace its development up to the first asylums. You will also learn about the torments of the 19th and 20th centuries when patients suffered during methods of treatment such as lobotomy and deep sleep therapy. Their hope was the discovery of pharmaceutical treatments. But along with that came also a new set of problems.
After the tour of the exterior grounds of the still-functioning hospital, you will be taken along the walls of an abandoned cemetery, which was used as a burial ground of the former asylum and is associated with many local legends. It is a favorite site for paranormal enthusiasts as many lost souls have never truly found peace here.
26 € for adults
24 € for students and seniors
Prices include 12% VAT
Wednesday, Sunday
all year round at 2 PM
or
from 300 € for a group
Prices include 12% VAT
Daily at 2 PM, 3 PM, 4 PM, 5 PM
Start of the Tour
We meet in front of the gate to the Psychiatric Hospital in Bohnice, Ústavní 91, 181 00 Praha 8.
Visit of the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital Complex
The development of the hospital complex and the day-to-day running of the facility. The history of psychiatry along with methods used for the treatment of psychiatric patients. Patients under protective care and the introduction of this treatment process.
Stop at: Café on the Premises of the Hospital
A short break in a café where you will be attended by patients undergoing treatment, gaining experience on the way back to daily life.
Around the Cemetery
A walk along the abandoned cemetery, which served as a burial place for patients of the asylum. A hotspot for paranormal investigators, one of the eeriest places in Prague.
Tour End
The tour ends on the hospital grounds. Our guide will be happy to take you to the nearest public transport stop or show you the way to your parking place.
Professional guide
Tour in English only
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Interior visit of the hospital buildings
In front of the gate of Psychiatric Hospital in Bohnice, Ústavní 91, 181 00 Prague, CZ
How to find us:
By public transport: Take metro line C to the station Kobylisy. From there, take the exit from the metro in direction ”Katastrální úřad”. At the exit, go to the bus stop and take bus number 177 (direction ”Poliklinika Mazurská”) or number 200 (direction ”Sídliště Bohnice”). Get off at the bus stop ”Katovická”. After getting off, turn around and go in the opposite direction to the bus that you arrived with until you come to the first crossroad. Turn left and you will find yourself at Ústavní street, walk until you reach the metal gate with number 91. By taxi: Give your taxi driver the address Psychiatric Hospital in Bohnice, Ústavní 91.
We charge a 100% cancellation fee for public tour bookings canceled 1 day or less before the event.
If a private tour booking is canceled 14 days or less before the event, a 100% cancellation fee will be charged.
