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Day Trip to Castle Kost
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Price: from 185€ (up to 4 persons)
Duration: up to 5h
Availability: 1.4. – 31.10
A half-day trip to Kost Castle starts with a pickup at your chosen address in Prague or the surrounding area in a spacious and air-conditioned car with a friendly and English-speaking driver. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, during which you will see beautiful views of the local countryside and small villages that you will pass along the way. From the locally-living driver, you can learn a lot of interesting facts about the history, life, and facts in the Czech Republic. Upon arrival, the driver will explain where to go, what not to miss, advise on where to eat well (if we do not have a private guide) and agree on where to meet on the way back.
Kost Castle is located in the immediate vicinity of the parking lot, so you just need to walk a little to the ticket office and purchase a ticket. Kost Castle has 4 tour circuits with different durations. We recommend the third combined circuit, which goes through the entire castle and lasts for 110 minutes. Refreshments are also available on site.
Afterwards, you will meet up with your driver and head back home.
Kost Castle is located in the immediate vicinity of the parking lot, so you just need to walk a little to the ticket office and purchase a ticket. Kost Castle has 4 tour circuits with different durations. We recommend the third combined circuit, which goes through the entire castle and lasts for 110 minutes. Refreshments are also available on site.
Afterwards, you will meet up with your driver and head back home.
Trip description
Location information
Kost Castle is a Gothic castle located in the village of Libkovice pod Železnými horami in the Czech Republic. It was built in the first half of the 14th century, although its history dates back to the 13th century, when there was a fortified residence on the site.
Over the years, Kost Castle was rebuilt and expanded several times, both architecturally and defensively. Today, it is one of the best-preserved castles in the Czech Republic and is open to the public for viewing.
During the tour, visitors can see many interesting rooms, such as the chapel of St. Margaret, the cellar, the great tower, the castle palace, the armory, and more. The interiors also house many valuable historical exhibits, such as ancient weapons, armor, and works of art.
In addition to the castle tour, visitors can also enjoy the beautiful surroundings, whether by walking around the area or hiking in the nearby Iron Mountains. Various cultural events, such as knight tournaments, are held in the area during the summer.
Kost Castle is a very interesting place worth visiting for anyone interested in the history, architecture, and culture of the Czech Republic.
Over the years, Kost Castle was rebuilt and expanded several times, both architecturally and defensively. Today, it is one of the best-preserved castles in the Czech Republic and is open to the public for viewing.
During the tour, visitors can see many interesting rooms, such as the chapel of St. Margaret, the cellar, the great tower, the castle palace, the armory, and more. The interiors also house many valuable historical exhibits, such as ancient weapons, armor, and works of art.
In addition to the castle tour, visitors can also enjoy the beautiful surroundings, whether by walking around the area or hiking in the nearby Iron Mountains. Various cultural events, such as knight tournaments, are held in the area during the summer.
Kost Castle is a very interesting place worth visiting for anyone interested in the history, architecture, and culture of the Czech Republic.
Kost Castle Tours
For further details on ticket purchases, availability, and opening hours, please visit the castle's official website by clicking the "learn more" button.
www.kost-hrad.cz
www.kost-hrad.cz
1. The Castle palaces (basic tour)
Discover the stories of the Kost Castle proprietors and delve into the grandeur of the palaces, including the armory with its impressive assortment of firearms and weaponry, while gaining insight into the notable figures of the Kinský lineage. This comprehensive tour encompasses all the castle courtyards, the chapel, and the intriguing black kitchen.
Reservation: Not needed, tickets on place
Price 190czk
Duration 50 minutes
Price 190czk
Duration 50 minutes
2. Medieval torture chamber (basic tour)
Step into the past as you enter the torture chamber of the castle, where functional devices such as the guillotine, witch's cage, and thumbscrew await. Immerse yourself in the secrets of medieval law in the Czech Republic. The tour also includes a walk through the courtyards, chapel, and black kitchen.
Reservation: Not needed, tickets on place
Price 190czk
Duration 60 minutes
Price 190czk
Duration 60 minutes
3. Combined tour - entire castle (exclusive tour)
Experience the complete castle with a guided tour covering all areas including the courtyards, torture chamber, palace, Sala terrena, St. Anna chapel and black kitchen. Keep in mind the tour's duration, especially if visiting with young children, as the detailed explanations and long journey may require extra consideration.
Reservation: Not needed, tickets on place
Price 250czk
Duration 110 minutes
Price 250czk
Duration 110 minutes
4. Short tour (wheelchair-friendly)
If you're short on time, we offer a quick tour option. You can choose to visit either the castle courtyard or the chapel of St. Anna. Please note that this tour is only available during July and August.
Reservation: Not needed, tickets on place
Price 120czk
Duration 40 minutes
Price 120czk
Duration 40 minutes
Included
- Pick up at the address and time of your choice
- Spacious air-conditioned car, including water for the journey
- Good English speaking local driver
- Parking fee on site
- Spacious air-conditioned car, including water for the journey
- Good English speaking local driver
- Parking fee on site
Not included
- Private guide - NOT recommended
- Entrances to historical places, etc.
- Lunch or dinner
- Entrances to historical places, etc.
- Lunch or dinner