Cesky Krumlov Castle
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Cesky Krumlov Castle
Cesky Krumlov Castle
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Svejk Restaurant
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Restaurant Jelenka
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Attractions
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Historic Center of Cesky Krumlov
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430 ftHistoric Walking Areas
Latrán houses
190
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Muzeum obchodu Cesky Krumlov
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St. Jost Church
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457 ftChurches & Cathedrals
Lavka pod Zamkem
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Castle Tower
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291 ftPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers
Teatro del Castello
18
314 ftTheaters
Czech Marionettes Museum
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Museum of Architecture and Craft
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Moldavite Museum - Muzeum vltavinu
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Brittany_11_10
Los Angeles, CA1,587 contributions
Nov 2021
I'd give Cesky Castle five stars if not for the fact that "they" keep two brown bears onsite (at the entrance/exit) because I don't see any purpose for the bears being there. (Yes, from days of yore, two bears were shield-bearers in the coat of arms of the ruling Rosenburg family, but it's 2021, not the 1600s, so it's pretty archaic).
As for the castle, you can walk a lot of it for free, and for a small fee (I forget now what it is) you can tour the museum and go up in the tower. The tower doesn't necessarily give you incredible views that you can't almost see from other vantage points, but the museum is well done and worth a walk through if you're interested in the history of the place.
As for the castle, you can walk a lot of it for free, and for a small fee (I forget now what it is) you can tour the museum and go up in the tower. The tower doesn't necessarily give you incredible views that you can't almost see from other vantage points, but the museum is well done and worth a walk through if you're interested in the history of the place.
Written November 29, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
msdAmerinParis
Paris, France132 contributions
Aug 2020
Both the town and in particular this castle are not to be missed if visiting the Céech Republic.
Built on a hill (not at all handicapped friendly!) the houses seem to not have changed in a century, and the castle is stupendous with its panaramic views and furnished rooms.
Unfortunately the ticket-selling people are as unhelpful as possible if you don't speak Czeck. And all visits are necessarily accompanied by a guide. Tickets are timed, and there are few visits in English, a few more in German and of course in plenty in Czech. If you are short in time and accept to follow a visit in a language you don't speak, they have texts they can hand out should you inform your guide of your difficulty.
Normally you cannot take photos, but some guides are more lenient than others.
Make sure you get tickets for the 3 most important visits: Tour1, Tour 2 & the theatre,
each of which lasts about an hour. Tour 1 includes the earliest state rooms; Tour 2 is 19th century; and the Theatre is the only still working Baroque theatre in the world - a true gem.
For the anecdote, I hadn't realized there were two tours. After following Tour 1 & the theatre, it was mid afternoon & I went to get a ticket for Tour 2 which I had specifically stated in English & in Szeck ("dve"). As I went to the door for the tour, I realized the ticket person had given me a ticket for Tour 1. When I went back to correct the error, she told me there were no more tickets in English for Tour 2 & only in Czech; that's the reason she gave me tour 1 again. I told here I'd already done the tour, and she agitatedly changed my ticket.
Also, don't miss the bears - rather than filling the protective moat with water, this castle has a moat filled with bears. And when a bear dies, the hides are made into rugs, which you will see in the various rooms.
Built on a hill (not at all handicapped friendly!) the houses seem to not have changed in a century, and the castle is stupendous with its panaramic views and furnished rooms.
Unfortunately the ticket-selling people are as unhelpful as possible if you don't speak Czeck. And all visits are necessarily accompanied by a guide. Tickets are timed, and there are few visits in English, a few more in German and of course in plenty in Czech. If you are short in time and accept to follow a visit in a language you don't speak, they have texts they can hand out should you inform your guide of your difficulty.
Normally you cannot take photos, but some guides are more lenient than others.
Make sure you get tickets for the 3 most important visits: Tour1, Tour 2 & the theatre,
each of which lasts about an hour. Tour 1 includes the earliest state rooms; Tour 2 is 19th century; and the Theatre is the only still working Baroque theatre in the world - a true gem.
For the anecdote, I hadn't realized there were two tours. After following Tour 1 & the theatre, it was mid afternoon & I went to get a ticket for Tour 2 which I had specifically stated in English & in Szeck ("dve"). As I went to the door for the tour, I realized the ticket person had given me a ticket for Tour 1. When I went back to correct the error, she told me there were no more tickets in English for Tour 2 & only in Czech; that's the reason she gave me tour 1 again. I told here I'd already done the tour, and she agitatedly changed my ticket.
Also, don't miss the bears - rather than filling the protective moat with water, this castle has a moat filled with bears. And when a bear dies, the hides are made into rugs, which you will see in the various rooms.
Written August 28, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Jen B
London, UK166 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
Wow, what an amazing place. We managed to get an English tour as you can't go inside alone. We did Tour 1 which lasted about 50 minutes. No photos allowed inside as it is full of priceless art, ornaments etc and the guide locks and unlocks the doors as he shows the group round. We were allowed to take photos of the town and view from an open window. We finished the tour in a masquerade ballroom with paintings of people covering the walls and they still have occasional concerts there.
Written September 14, 2020
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Judy W
9 contributions
Aug 2021
I have traveled a lot in 40 years and seen many castles. Cesky Krumlov Castle is fairly good. But the theater there is an absolute gem that is not to be missed. One of only two preserved theaters of its era left in Europe. The new remodel was done 1766-68. Original props and costumes are still there and all the wooden effect- creating machinery. The tour is from both the audience and under the stage areas. Fascinating.
Written September 4, 2021
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David D
730 contributions
Jun 2021
The castle is a huge sprawling complex, with construction styles spanning centuries. It was one of the most important regional power centres in southern Bohemia and beyond. The castle was owned by three different noble families over the centuries, each of whom left their distinctive mark. The Baroque gardens are impressive, but the theatre is one of the best preserved theatres of its type in the world. The great bridge connecting the castle and the theatre looks almost like a Roman aqueduct and gives a very distinctive look. The tower at the western edge of the castle gives wonderful views of the town. All in the all, the castle is beautiful and fascinating both inside and out.
Written June 15, 2021
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13aakashc
11 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Small castle town near the Austrian border. The entire city is declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site and a quick walking tour would be sufficient to cover all the prominent places. It is full of Bohemian history and plenty of cool resto-bars spread throughout the city.
Written January 9, 2020
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Alex
Hong Kong, China458 contributions
Dec 2019
A Typical Medieval Town
1. Don't go to the town too late, the things close very early, probably at 6 o'clock and most businesses close.
2. The town is kind of commercialized, with many famous brands such as Swarovski are established in this little town.
3. The town is really cozy though, you can feel the harmony inside the town.
4. The State Castle is brilliant, you can look below from the top of the castle and enjoy the magnificent scenery .
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1. Don't go to the town too late, the things close very early, probably at 6 o'clock and most businesses close.
2. The town is kind of commercialized, with many famous brands such as Swarovski are established in this little town.
3. The town is really cozy though, you can feel the harmony inside the town.
4. The State Castle is brilliant, you can look below from the top of the castle and enjoy the magnificent scenery .
r n
Written February 10, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Carrons
Gilbert, AZ159 contributions
Dec 2019
We took the day trip from Linz to Cesky Krumlov and were so glad we did. It is about an hour and 15 minute drive through the beautiful Austrian/Czech countryside. Then you end up at this perfectly preserved medieval village in the Czech hills. Every building in this village was built before the end of the 17th century, including the massive castle. This is very rare to find something that has not been damaged by war or fire for so many centuries. The residents clearly take great care of their homes and structures to keep them in their original form. There are many quaint restaurants and shops aligning the river that acts like a natural moat. The local cuisine was delicious and the people were pleasant (we went during the Christmas Market which gave us an opportunity to talk with many locals). What a terrific day visiting here!
Written January 6, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Guilherme Arashiro
Amsterdam, The Netherlands3 contributions
Jul 2021
The castle is really impressive and worth visiting simply for its stunning views and scenery. However, the tours are also totally worth checking out!
The first tour we did was for the baroque theatre. The tour is really well-structured, and our tour guide was able to show her knowledge and explain everything really well.
The second one we did was the 'basic 1' tour of the castle. The tour on itself is already worth paying for, as you explore amazing parts of the castle filled with history and great views, especially the masquerade hall. However, what made it incredible and memorable for us was our incredible tour guide, Jan. He explained every bit of history from Cesky Krumlov with great enthusiasm, showcasing his great knowledge about the history of the castle and surrounding areas. Jan is a funny and interactive guide, making the experience more of an immersive talk rather than a simple monologue. If you ever take an English tour of the castle, be sure to ask for Jan as your guide!
The first tour we did was for the baroque theatre. The tour is really well-structured, and our tour guide was able to show her knowledge and explain everything really well.
The second one we did was the 'basic 1' tour of the castle. The tour on itself is already worth paying for, as you explore amazing parts of the castle filled with history and great views, especially the masquerade hall. However, what made it incredible and memorable for us was our incredible tour guide, Jan. He explained every bit of history from Cesky Krumlov with great enthusiasm, showcasing his great knowledge about the history of the castle and surrounding areas. Jan is a funny and interactive guide, making the experience more of an immersive talk rather than a simple monologue. If you ever take an English tour of the castle, be sure to ask for Jan as your guide!
Written August 1, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Robert G
Wangen im Allgäu, Germany57 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
It is a wonderful old town with historic houses, small cafe‘s and a huge castle with an amazing view over the city.
The sad thing of this place is, that they keep bears at the castle with such bad conditions. The bears live in a castle moat which is very small. It seems that they can‘t really hide themselves.
This is a very sad keeping of animals just for the tourists. This should stop immediately!
The sad thing of this place is, that they keep bears at the castle with such bad conditions. The bears live in a castle moat which is very small. It seems that they can‘t really hide themselves.
This is a very sad keeping of animals just for the tourists. This should stop immediately!
Written July 9, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Shurms
1 contribution
What is the cost of entry to the castle. If you are on the Viking River Cruise is cost of entry included in the tour.
WChesterGreg
22 contributions
Free to enter the courtyard and gardens. A fee to enter the castle (2 different tours), a second fee to enter the tower/museum and a third fee is you want to tour the horse stable museum.
sum0104
Hong Kong, China73 contributions
We will be arriving at Cesky Krumlov on a Monday. However, we noticed that the guided tour will not be available on Monday. Will the gate be closed? Can we still walk to the "free" view point?
Cindy Lou
Vancouver, Canada46 contributions
I only did the free walk; not a guided tour. as far as I know it’s still Open for free walks but you have to pay to use the toilets
Mónica Arnal
25 contributions
En agosto visitaré Cesky Krumlov. He estado visitante la web del Castillo y aparecen diferentes precios. No me podido comprobar si hay alguna entrada que englobe todo, ya que lo que encuentro es por partes. ¿Alguien puede informarme de ello? Muchas gracias.
CabaValentin
Madrid, Spain731 contributions
Yo lo visité por fuera, que es gratuito, puedes entrar gratis también en los jardines que están arriba y ves el teatro giratorio.
Pero sé el precio para entrar por dentro.
Te va a encantar la ciudad.
Y las vistas desde el castillo son preciosas.
Con un poco de suerte verás los osos pardos que están en el foso.
ymanvitha
Grand Rapids, MI42 contributions
Is credit card accepted at the ticket office? If not, are Euros accepted?
Familytravel
Kaohsiung, Taiwan67 contributions
Hope is not too late. It is more economical for us to buy some local currency, as the Euro calculations are to our disadvantage in tickets boxes and entrances.
noname
1 contribution
how can i get to the castle from the train station by public transport?
Martin T
Ottery St. Mary, UK2,502 contributions
You can. There's a small bus service. It is about 20 minutes to walk if you prefer: it's downhill on mostly quiet roads and on some pedestrian-only paths. Coming back is a bit more challenging.
noname
1 contribution
i need to know how can i know the free view points of the castle? and the openning hours of these view points
Explore15226
71 contributions
The best "view points" are freely accessible (the viaduct to the garden etc.) If you want to climb the castle tower, you will have to pay. For opening time check the working hours of the whole castle complex.
There are also some marvellous views available from the churches downtown, but have no clue how they open and what to pay.
Travelervg
California42 contributions
Do you have to pay to get to the area where they have those "windows" that look out to the river, and city? Or can we reach that free of charge? It's a popular spot where photos are taken from when visiting Cesky Krumlov. Thanks!
colon33
Clermont-Ferrand, France52 contributions
You do not have to pay to take pics through those arched -"windows/holes". You are free to walk around unless you want to get inside the castle for a tour. Enjoy..!
cpcog
Wellington, New Zealand1,329 contributions
do we need to buy the ticket to the castle before going? WE don't need a tour. would the queue very long if we just go walk in? thanks
Julia Vitale
Sacramento, CA75 contributions
yes you need to buy a ticket to tour the castle, the only way you can see it is with a very tightly controlled tour
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Cesky Krumlov Castle:
- Cesky Krumlov Day Trip from Prague (From $90.05)
- Cesky Krumlov Old Town Private Walking Tour (From $69.68)
- Cesky Krumlov: Full day tour from Prague and back. (From $106.13)
- Full Day Cesky Krumlov Private Tour from Prague (From $257.28)
- Private evening tour Cesky Krumlov Old Town and Castle area (From $48.24)
- Hotels near Cesky Krumlov Castle:
- (0.09 mi) Hotel Latran
- (0.10 mi) Pension Rozmaryna
- (0.08 mi) Hotel Dvorak
- (0.11 mi) Hotel Bellevue
- (0.12 mi) U Maleho VÃtka
- Restaurants near Cesky Krumlov Castle:
- (0.01 mi) Bistro Máselnice
- (0.11 mi) Apotheka Cafe Bar
- (0.09 mi) Svejk Restaurant
- (0.12 mi) Le Jardin
- (0.12 mi) Grill baguette Rustika Vlašsky dvůr
- Attractions near Cesky Krumlov Castle:
- (0.08 mi) Historic Center of Cesky Krumlov
- (0.11 mi) Shuttlebus Cesky Krumlov
- (0.11 mi) Latrán houses
- (0.10 mi) Zapa Bar
- (0.10 mi) Muzeum obchodu Cesky Krumlov