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Day Trip to Karlštejn Castle
Book your trip to a romantic and magical medieval castle
Price: from 150€
(up to 4 persons)
(up to 4 persons)
Duration: 4h 30min
Availability: 2.1 - 31.12 (all year)
A half-day trip to Karlštejn Castle starts with a pick-up at your chosen address in Prague or its surroundings in a spacious and air-conditioned car with a friendly English-speaking driver. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes, during which you will enjoy beautiful views of the local countryside and small villages along the way. Your local driver can provide you with interesting information about the history, life, and facts of the Czech Republic. Upon arrival, the driver will explain where to go, what not to miss, advise you on where to eat well (if you don't have a private guide), and agree on where to meet for the return trip.
Once you arrive at the parking lot, you will walk approximately 1.3 km through a picturesque local village uphill to the castle (you can also use a local taxi or horse-drawn carriage for a fee). Along the way, there will be several restaurants, souvenir shops, and even a wax figure museum. Karlštejn Castle offers 2 classic and 1 exclusive guided tour with different lengths - make sure that your chosen tour is available in the given season. We assume that you will get hungry after the uphill walk and castle tour, so we also plan for some time for refreshments.
Finally, you will meet up with your driver and head back home.
Once you arrive at the parking lot, you will walk approximately 1.3 km through a picturesque local village uphill to the castle (you can also use a local taxi or horse-drawn carriage for a fee). Along the way, there will be several restaurants, souvenir shops, and even a wax figure museum. Karlštejn Castle offers 2 classic and 1 exclusive guided tour with different lengths - make sure that your chosen tour is available in the given season. We assume that you will get hungry after the uphill walk and castle tour, so we also plan for some time for refreshments.
Finally, you will meet up with your driver and head back home.
Trip description
Location information
Karlštejn Castle is located about 30 kilometers southwest of Prague and is one of the most famous and visited castles in the Czech Republic. The castle was founded in 1348 by King Charles IV as a place to store the crown jewels, holy relics, and other valuable treasures. It took almost 20 years to build and was completed in 1365.
The castle is situated on a hill and can be reached on foot or by horse-drawn carriage from the nearby village of Karlštejn. The castle complex consists of several buildings, including the Imperial Palace, the Marian Tower, and the Chapel of the Holy Cross. The castle is surrounded by walls and towers, which were originally used for defense purposes.
Karlštejn Castle has a rich history and has been visited by many important figures throughout the centuries, including emperors, kings, and popes. Today, the castle is a popular tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over the world who come to see its impressive architecture, beautiful interiors, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Visitors can choose from several different guided tours, which vary in length and focus. The most popular tour takes visitors through the Imperial Palace, the Marian Tower, and the Chapel of the Holy Cross, where they can see the crown jewels and other treasures that were once stored at the castle. The castle also has a restaurant and gift shop, where visitors can enjoy traditional Czech cuisine and purchase souvenirs.
Overall, Karlštejn Castle is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the Czech Republic, as it offers a glimpse into the country's rich history and architectural heritage.
The castle is situated on a hill and can be reached on foot or by horse-drawn carriage from the nearby village of Karlštejn. The castle complex consists of several buildings, including the Imperial Palace, the Marian Tower, and the Chapel of the Holy Cross. The castle is surrounded by walls and towers, which were originally used for defense purposes.
Karlštejn Castle has a rich history and has been visited by many important figures throughout the centuries, including emperors, kings, and popes. Today, the castle is a popular tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over the world who come to see its impressive architecture, beautiful interiors, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Visitors can choose from several different guided tours, which vary in length and focus. The most popular tour takes visitors through the Imperial Palace, the Marian Tower, and the Chapel of the Holy Cross, where they can see the crown jewels and other treasures that were once stored at the castle. The castle also has a restaurant and gift shop, where visitors can enjoy traditional Czech cuisine and purchase souvenirs.
Overall, Karlštejn Castle is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the Czech Republic, as it offers a glimpse into the country's rich history and architectural heritage.
Karlštejn 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.npu.cz source: National Heritage Institute
www.npu.cz source: National Heritage Institute
1. Imperial Residence of Charles IV (basic tour)
The rooms in the southern wing of the castle were furnished in a Baroque styl; this route includes the hunting corridor, beautiful chambers and a historical bathroom.
Price 260czk
Duration 55 minutes
Duration 55 minutes
2. Karlštejn Castle Chapels (exclusive tour)
Both most valuable and impressive rooms of this medieval castle with original and unique decoration.
Price 560czk
Duration 100 minutes
Duration 100 minutes
3. The Great Tower View (basic tour)
Stairway with Gothic wallpaintings, former guardroom and armoury and an exclusive view from the highest point of the castle.
Price 200czk
Duration 45 minutes
Duration 45 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