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Český Krumlov is a medieval town straight out of a fairy tale — the Vltava River loops around an old town crowned by Czechia's second-largest castle. Red-tiled roofs spill down narrow cobbled lanes, and the entire historic centre has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. You can walk the whole town in a day, but stay overnight and you'll see it at its most magical, once the day-trippers leave.
Why stay in Český Krumlov
Czechia's 2nd-largest castle
40 buildings, five courtyards, baroque gardens and the world's best-preserved baroque theatre — second only to Prague Castle
Storybook views
Red rooftops wrapped by the river, framed perfectly from the castle tower or Seminární Garden viewpoint
Raft the Vltava
Drift through town on a wooden raft or paddle the river yourself — a tradition dating back to the 16th century
Walkable car-free core
The old town is pedestrian-only and tiny; everywhere is 15-20 minutes on foot — perfect for couples and slow strolls
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Inner Town (Vnitřní Město)Heart of the UNESCO core · walk everywhere · Svornosti Square
Coming soonLatránBelow the castle · lively cafés & bars · great for couples
Coming soonPlešivecAcross the river · quiet · short bridge walk to the old town
Coming soonHorní BránaEdge of the old town · easy parking & value stays · downhill to centre
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Local dishes to try in Český Krumlov
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Svíčková
Roast beef sirloin in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, served with bread dumplings and cranberry — Czechia's signature plate
📍 National dish - 2🍲
Guláš
Thick, rich Czech beef goulash with onions, served with fluffy bread dumplings — a Bohemian pub staple
📍 Beef stew - 3🍖
Vepřo-knedlo-zelo
Tender roast pork with bread dumplings and stewed sour cabbage — the most classic of Bohemian comfort dishes
📍 Classic - 4🍺
Eggenberg Beer
Brewed in town for over 400 years; tour the historic brewery or just order a pint at any local pub
📍 Local brew - 5🌀
Trdelník
Dough wrapped around a spit, roasted over coals and rolled in cinnamon sugar — served warm or filled with ice cream
📍 Sweet treat - 6🦌
Venison & Game
Hearty wild-game stews and steaks featured in the town's older pubs, perfectly paired with local beer
📍 Local pubs
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Český Krumlov Castle
Czechia's second-largest castle: 40 buildings, five courtyards, baroque gardens and a dry moat that's home to live bears
📍 Latrán - 2🗼
Castle Tower
Renaissance sgraffito-painted tower rising 86m above the river — climb 162 steps for the iconic rooftop panorama
📍 Latrán - 3🎭
Baroque Theatre
The world's best-preserved baroque theatre, with original 18th-century stage machinery, scenery and costumes
📍 Inside castle - 4🌉
Cloak Bridge
A dramatic multi-tiered arched bridge linking parts of the castle — a top photo spot with sweeping river views
📍 Inside castle - 5🎨
Egon Schiele Art Centrum
Art museum devoted to Expressionist painter Egon Schiele, who once lived in the town, plus rotating modern exhibitions
📍 Old town - 6⛪
St. Vitus Church
A 14th-century Gothic church whose spire defines the skyline alongside the castle tower
📍 Old town - 7🌳
Castle Gardens & Revolving Auditorium
11 hectares of baroque gardens with a cascade fountain and a one-of-a-kind open-air revolving theatre
📍 Above castle - 8📷
Seminární Garden Viewpoint
The town's most famous viewpoint, framing the castle, red roofs and the Vltava in a single shot
📍 Old town
Things to do in Český Krumlov
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3 Český Krumlov hotels our team picked for you
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★ 9.6ValuePension Alt Straninger
#1 Highest guest score · heart of the Old Town
★ 9.5Value
★ 9.0ValueCastle View Apartments
#3 Best for families · direct castle views
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Hotel U Maleho Vitka
#8 most central location, historic parquet floors
Hotel Gold
#10 Highest Agoda score · Garden breakfast on the edge of the Old Town
Hotel Bellevue
#6 4-star hotel · best panoramic view over town
Hotel Ruze & Wellness
#4 Most luxurious · 5-star Renaissance building on the river
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🚆 Getting around Český Krumlov
Walk everywhere
The old town is car-free and compact — everywhere is 15-20 minutes on foot. Wear comfy shoes; the streets are cobblestone
Bus from Prague
RegioJet and FlixBus run direct from Prague in about 2.5-3 hours, cheap and bookable online — the easiest option
By train
ČD trains from Prague require a change at České Budějovice; the station sits outside the old town, ~15 min downhill walk
Nearest airport: Linz
Linz (Austria) is closest at ~65km, followed by Prague, Vienna and Munich — connect onward by shuttle van
Shuttle vans
CK Shuttle links Prague, Vienna, Salzburg and Hallstatt with English-speaking drivers and reservable door-to-door seats
Where to go next near Český Krumlov
PragueThe City of a Hundred Spires on the Vltava — castle, Charles Bridge, the Astronomical Clock and a UNESCO old town you can explore all day on foot.
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BrnoMoravia's laid-back student capital — a hilltop fortress, a Bauhaus World Heritage villa, café culture and prices that beat Prague.
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Karlovy VaryWhere to stay in Karlovy Vary, Czechia's pastel spa town — neighbourhoods, sights, the thermal colonnades, and how to get there from Prague.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Český Krumlov
How many days do you need in Český Krumlov?+
Half a day to a day is enough to walk the town, but staying 1-2 nights is best — it lets you tour the castle interior, raft the Vltava, and enjoy the quiet, crowd-free mornings and evenings when the town is at its most beautiful.
Where should I stay in Český Krumlov?+
First-timers should pick the Inner Town (Vnitřní Město) or Latrán — both put you within a short walk of everything. For quieter, better-value stays, look at Plešivec or Horní Brána, still an easy stroll into the centre.
How do I get to Český Krumlov from Prague?+
The easiest way is a direct RegioJet or FlixBus coach from Prague, about 2.5-3 hours, affordable and bookable online. Trains also run but require a change at České Budějovice and take a little longer.
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