Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Cesky Krumlov
THE 10 BEST Cesky Krumlov Rainy-Day Activities
Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Cesky Krumlov
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- canadianjess2016Ontario, Canada25 contributionsVery cool castle make sure you are aware that you are going on an escorted tour of the castle- when we bought the ticket we didn’t know that and were not told and ended up finding out later and having to go on a German speaking tour (which we don’t know a word of) tour guide was super helpful and friendly but we missed out on a great deal as a result (of there super unhelpful lady who sold us the ticket)Written September 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sarah h2 contributionsA very well curated art gallery. Staring at the top of the amazing building is the very informative Egon Schiele exhibition which is a gem. The Ivana Lomova exhibition is a must see and a fascinating insight into the ordinary made beautiful. In contrast is the energetic bright and challenging work of Janz Franz on the ground floor which again has been well curated. The staff were attentive, informative and friendly. Well worth the entrance fee.Written July 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- abetuPrague, Czech Republic54 contributionsYou have to visit this place when you have the chance. It’s lovely experience, you can walk through the whole house by yourself just with an audio guide. We paid a little extra money and enjoyed being actually photographed in the historic atelier and in the costumes. Definitely recommend that too. Big thank you to the people there, especially the young guy at the counter. He was really sweet and professional!Written July 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Baggio1018London, UK319 contributionsLocated very close to the main square, this is a small church that is worth visiting - not to mention there is no entry fee.
The outside is probably worth a few photos (if you find a moment without other tourists), whilst the inside is interesting. Not the prettiest of churches in the Czech Republic but worth spending a few minutes to take in.Written December 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Olga18 contributionsWe just loved it: a unique story of the moldavite mineral told in a modern and enjoyable exposition. We learned a lot, relaxed gazing at the green magical stones and had a lot of fun with the simulator and the kids game.Written March 29, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FLnurseERBoca Raton, FL5,621 contributionsVery beautiful ballroom , also called the Masquerade hall. It is included in the Route 1 tour. The image of the author of the paintings is said to be the one drinking coffee by the window.Written September 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ghanbgNuremberg, Germany659 contributionsMore a shop than officially a museum but the selection of old furniture and equipment from shops around 100-150 years ago was really quite interesting. Learned that in the old days you bought your kerosene for your lamps at the grocers…. Not something we had been aware of up to now.Written May 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rick JVictoria, TX142 contributionsLots of neat puppet stuff and many other things to look at. It’s in a house built in the 1300’s which that alone make it worth seeing. And you sure can’t beat the price. Huge wine collection.Written August 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FLnurseERBoca Raton, FL5,621 contributionsSurrealist exhibition of Miroslav Páral deep in the cellars of Cesky Krumlov castle. Quite a lot of exhibited pieces, for sale. Lots of steps up and down.Written September 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Angad P41 contributionsGraphite Mine - Grafitovy Dul Cesky Krumlov - wow experience, really off the beaten path experience for me.Written September 29, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Johnny TrekkieSan Diego, CA11,247 contributionsChances are your time is limited in the quaint and charming town of Cesky Krumlov, maybe as a day trip or just one night, and you just want to wander around, visit the castle, eat, and take lots of photos to make your friends and family jealous and envious.
If you're here for 2 nights like I was, this small Wax Museum provides a nice 30-60 minutes of entertainment value. Its also a good choice if its raining. There are some interesting reenactments of the old days of Cesky Krumlov and the Czech Republic, some political and historical figures whom I didn't know half of, and few obvious looking celebrities. Don't let the outside building deceive you, its much bigger inside than it looks. The museum was run by single bored looking young lady, but she was nice enough and I can't blame her for being so bored. 150CZK/$6.75 adult, or 100CZK/$4.50 for kids and students...seems about right.Written November 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ALENA SCzech Republic1 contributionAwesome place to wisit. Great collection of movie collectables. Briliant place for family and movie enthusiasts. Super fun time.Written June 17, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- germanwithoutsandalsgermany92 contributionsThis theatre is a true survivor. There is only one other theatre from this era of European history this well preserved. Two lucky circumstances had to concur for this to happen: first, that the theatre didn't burn down while it was in regular use. It was indeed designed to be sacrificed if it burned: this is why it was on the other end of the Cloak bridge, so that it could burn down without setting the Castle on fire with it. Theatres were built mostly of wood and all lit with candles, and most theatres from the baroque paid the price at least once in their history.
The second circumstance though, is even rarer: the owners of the castle had to lose interest around the early 1800s, failing thus to modernise the theatre to the standards of the later inventions. There are other theatres from the 18th century where the building has survived: but as the walls endured, all the stage technology was updated.
In Cesky Krumlov, it didn't happen. The old sceneries from the 18th have survived, as have the hard benches for the audience, many costumes, and all the technology to change sceneries, light everything with candles, make sound effects, etc. This theatre remains to tell historians and opera fans how the oldest known pieces of music theatre were performed back in the day.
The guided tour of the theatre, of which we attended the German version in a very small group, takes about one hour and includes the vision of a small video, and a visit to the area below the stage where the magic happend, thanks to the work of 30 people operating in well-rehearsed unison.
If you indulge in some Mozart once in a while, sitting in much more modern theatres, and wonder how it would have been back in the day to see such a show, it is an absolutely fascinating experience. Although subject to some important restoration, the place preserves its patina, which makes it even more endearing. We are already planning to come back when more of the collection will be on display, and will watch the official website for announcements.Written June 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Pedro DLisbon, Portugal683 contributionsIt is a must see if you want to know more about the history of this city. It covers all periods of history since stone age.Written February 28, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Off their PManchester, UK4,015 contributionsThis wasn’t the most friendly tourist information centre I’ve ever been to but it did its job.
My advice is to go there before you start to climb up to the castle and so on so you can get the necessary information and understand the history more before you make the climb.
The office is set on the main square and tucked away in the left-hand corner. It is a great facility with all the information you need to make your visit here worthwhile and meaningful.Written June 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
