Psychiatric Hospital & Abandoned Cemetery

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Overview

Discover the complex and at times dark history of the field of psychiatry by taking a walk through the well-known Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital, a facility still in operation today. Navigate your way through a labyrinth of buildings rich in history and controversy and hear its past from ancient times to the present day. End your journey with a walk to the abandoned hospital cemetery.
In front of the gate of Psychiatric Hospital in Bohnice, Ústavní 91, 181 00 Prague, CZ
Day tour/activity
3 hours
Moderate
Yes
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Highlights

  • Tour of the vast facility and grounds of the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital
  • An overview of the development of psychiatry in Europe from the Middle Ages to the present time
  • Discover the several approaches to treating mental diseases as well as the well-known Rosenham experiment
  • Get an insight into the day-to-day running of the hospital and the development of the whole complex from the purchase of the land to the present day
  • An eerie promenade around the abandoned cemetery which has drawn a lot of mystic enthusiasts

Full description

Mental illness has been the subject of prejudice and stigma for centuries. Its treatment has often been reduced to simple experiments, resulting in healing methods that we nowadays consider cruel. The approach to mental disorders, however, has changed significantly throughout history. The vast grounds of the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital provide a great setting for this journey through time, as it is this place that played the greatest role of psychiatry in the Czech lands. You will hear about its foundation and its current operation. We begin with the history of psychiatry in ancient times and follow its development up to the first asylum. Along the way, you will be introduced to treatment methods such as spinning board, lobotomy, or deep sleep therapy. The hope in mental health treatment was brought about by the discovery of pharmaceuticals. But along with this came a whole new set of problems to deal with.

This unique tour will give you insights into the fates of those suffering from mental illness. After walking through the premises of the still functioning hospital, you will be led to an abandoned cemetery that was used as a burial place for patients of the original asylum. Many lost souls have never found peace there, making it a favorite location for paranormal investigators.

Itinerary

  1. Visit of the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital Complex

    You will be introduced to the intense and at times dark history of the field of psychiatry. You will be led through a maze of buildings rich in history and controversy. Be prepared to enter a whole new world stained with torturous and deadly treatments.

  2. Stop at: Café on the Premises of the Hospital

    A short break in a café staffed by patients undergoing treatment, gaining experience on the way back to daily life.

  3. Around the Cemetery

    The surroundings of the abandoned asylum´s cemetery. One of the darkest and loneliest places in all of Prague.

  4. Tour end

    The tour ends on the grounds of the hospital. However, our guide will happily lead you back to the meeting point.

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Includes

Important information

  • The tour includes historical facts connected to the dark history of the field of psychiatry so it is not recommended for small children.
  • Minimum of 2 passengers per booking required. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Not wheelchair accessible.
  • Not stroller accessible.

What do I need to bring?

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure time.
  • Bottle of water.

PUBLIC TOUR

From

€26.00

for adults

Prices include 12% VAT

This tour is offered in English only.
English
  • Wednesdays at 14:00
  • Sundays at 14:00

PRIVATE TOUR

From

€300.00

for a private group

Prices include 12% VAT

This tour is offered in English only.
English
  • Every day at 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00

Meeting point

In front of the gate of Psychiatric Hospital in Bohnice, Ústavní 91, 181 00 Prague, CZ

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The meeting point is in front of the gate to the Psychiatric Hospital in Bohnice, Ústavní 91, 181 00 Praha 8. 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 station and take the bus number 177 (direction ,,Poliklinika Mazurská”) or number 200 (direction ,,Sídliště Bohnice’’). Get off at the bus station ,,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 the 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.

Cancellation policy

We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if the booking for public tour is cancelled 1 day or less before the event.
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if the booking for private tour is cancelled 14 days or less before the event.

Public vs Private tours

People often confuse between public and private tours. Here is a comparsion of the two.

Public tour

Private tour

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