Český Krumlov, Czech Republic

Tourism Offices/Information:

Infocentrum Český Krumlov
náměstí Svornosti 2
381 01 Český Krumlov
+420 380 704 622

Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The information center is located right on Svornosti Square in the historic city center and can help with maps, attraction recommendations, bus tickets and city tours.

Public Transportation:

Český Krumlov is easy to explore on foot, especially in the historic center. Travelers arriving by bus can use either the Český Krumlov bus station, about a 13-minute walk from Svornosti Square, or the Český Krumlov Špičák stop, about a 15-minute walk away. The train station is located about 1.7 km north of the city center, roughly a 35-minute walk from the square, and there is also a municipal transport stop near the station. Shuttle buses also connect Český Krumlov with Prague, Vienna, Linz, Salzburg and Hallstatt.

Emergency Information:

Emergency number: 112
Fire: 150
First aid: 155
Town police: 156
State police: 158

All of the emergency numbers above are toll free, including from mobile phones. For local medical assistance, Hospital Český Krumlov can be reached at +420 380 761 111, and the regional first aid clinic is available at +420 380 717 646 during overnight hours.

Public Restrooms:

Public toilets are located in the town center on Horní Street, in the 1st and 4th castle courtyards, at parking lots P1, P2 and P3, at the bus station and at the Špičák bus stop. Most public toilets charge 10 CZK. Toilets on Horní Street and at parking lots P1 and P3 are generally open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., while other locations may have individual hours.

Currency:

Czech koruna (CZK)

Many shops and restaurants in the town center may accept euros, but paying in Czech koruna is usually the better option.

Points of Interest:

Český Krumlov State Castle and Château

One of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, this castle and château complex is the second largest in the Czech Republic and one of the most important monuments in Central Europe. Highlights include the castle tower, historic interiors, the Baroque Theatre and the Baroque Castle Garden. The tower rises 86 meters above the Vltava River and offers outstanding views of the town.

St. Vitus Church

This late Gothic church, built between 1407 and 1439 with later modifications, is one of the defining features of Český Krumlov’s skyline. Inside, visitors can admire historic architecture and artwork, and the church also occasionally hosts classical music concerts.

Český Krumlov Monasteries and Monastery Museum

The monastery complex is one of the city’s major historic landmarks. The Monastery Museum features authentic interiors, Gothic cloisters, chapels, frescoes and exhibits on monastic life and art in Český Krumlov. The wider complex also includes a gallery, interactive exhibits and craft workshops.

Egon Schiele Art Centrum

This well-known art center includes a permanent exhibition on the life and work of Egon Schiele, whose family had ties to Krumlov, along with rotating exhibitions of 20th- and 21st-century art. It is one of the city’s top cultural stops for travelers interested in fine art.

Museum Fotoatelier Seidel

This unique museum tells the story of early professional photography in the region through period photographs, glass negatives, cameras and original furnishings. It offers a fascinating look at everyday life in Český Krumlov more than a century ago.

Unusual Activities:

Sightseeing cruises on wooden rafts

A wooden raft cruise on the Vltava River offers a different perspective on Český Krumlov and its old town. These cruises share the history of rafting in the region and are one of the city’s most memorable experiences.

Graphite Mine tour

For something unexpected, visitors can explore the former graphite mine outside the center. Tours include a mine train ride and introduce guests to how graphite was mined and processed.

Unusual Attractions:

Revolving Theatre Český Krumlov

Located in the château garden, this open-air theatre features a rotating auditorium and creates a one-of-a-kind performance setting in the middle of a historic landscape.

Shopping:

Latrán Street is one of the best areas for browsing shops, cafés and restaurants in the historic center. It connects visitors to the castle, monasteries and riverfront, and is one of the liveliest streets in town. The town center also has exchange bureaus and banks for travelers needing local currency.

Foods to Try:

Traditional Czech and South Bohemian cuisine is easy to find in Český Krumlov. Look for dishes such as goulash, roast pork with dumplings and cabbage, beef in cream sauce and roast duck. Czech beer is also a must-try, and local brewery traditions remain part of the city’s food culture.

Walking Routes:

Through the Old Town and Latrán in the Footsteps of the Renaissance

This route is a great way to explore the city’s historic core and learn more about Renaissance architecture, stories and legends connected to Český Krumlov.

Latrán Street Walk

A walk through Latrán takes visitors past shops, cafés and historic corners while connecting the castle area, monasteries, brewery gardens and the Vltava River.

Lookout Walks

Český Krumlov has several beautiful viewpoints. One especially convenient stop is the viewpoint above the bus station, which offers a striking first panoramic view of the city and castle.