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Day Trip to Kutna Hora
Book your trip to the enchanting medieval town of Kutna Hora
Price: from 240€
(up to 4 persons)
(up to 4 persons)
Duration: 6h
Availability: 2.1 - 31.12 (all year)
Full-day trip to the center of the historic city of Kutna Hora begins with pick-up at your chosen address in Prague or the surrounding area in a spacious and air-conditioned car with a friendly and fluent English-speaking driver. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, during which you will see beautiful views of the local countryside and small villages that you will pass along the way. From the local 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 (in case we do not have a private guide), and agree on where to meet on the way back.
Upon arrival in the city, we will park at the information center, where you can purchase a combined ticket with entrance to the Bone Church and the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and St. John the Baptist, which are within walking distance, and then to the Church of St. Barbara, where you will be transported with your driver. From the Church of St. Barbara, you can easily walk along the Jesuit College to the historic center of the city, where you can enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants. In Kutna Hora, there are many other interesting places waiting for you to consider visiting.
Then, you will meet with your driver and head back home.
Upon arrival in the city, we will park at the information center, where you can purchase a combined ticket with entrance to the Bone Church and the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and St. John the Baptist, which are within walking distance, and then to the Church of St. Barbara, where you will be transported with your driver. From the Church of St. Barbara, you can easily walk along the Jesuit College to the historic center of the city, where you can enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants. In Kutna Hora, there are many other interesting places waiting for you to consider visiting.
Then, you will meet with your driver and head back home.
Trip description
Location information
Kutna Hora is a picturesque medieval town located in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic, approximately 80 kilometers east of Prague. Its name translates to "mining mountain" in Czech, and the town's history is closely tied to its rich silver mining past.
The town's mining industry flourished during the 13th and 14th centuries, and Kutna Hora quickly became one of the wealthiest towns in the region. Its prosperity was reflected in its stunning architecture, and many Gothic and Baroque buildings were constructed during this time.
One of the town's most famous landmarks is St. Barbara's Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic cathedral dedicated to the patron saint of miners. Construction on the cathedral began in the late 14th century and took over 500 years to complete. Its impressive vaulted ceilings and stunning stained-glass windows make it a must-see attraction for visitors to the town.
Another popular attraction in Kutna Hora is the Sedlec Ossuary, a unique chapel decorated with the bones of more than 40,000 human skeletons. The bones were collected and arranged in the chapel in the 19th century, creating an eerie yet fascinating spectacle.
Other notable sights in the town include the Italian Court, a former royal palace dating back to the 14th century, and the Gothic Stone Fountain in the town square.
Today, Kutna Hora is a popular tourist destination known for its rich history and stunning architecture. Visitors can wander through the town's charming streets, explore its historic landmarks, and learn about its fascinating past.
The town's mining industry flourished during the 13th and 14th centuries, and Kutna Hora quickly became one of the wealthiest towns in the region. Its prosperity was reflected in its stunning architecture, and many Gothic and Baroque buildings were constructed during this time.
One of the town's most famous landmarks is St. Barbara's Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic cathedral dedicated to the patron saint of miners. Construction on the cathedral began in the late 14th century and took over 500 years to complete. Its impressive vaulted ceilings and stunning stained-glass windows make it a must-see attraction for visitors to the town.
Another popular attraction in Kutna Hora is the Sedlec Ossuary, a unique chapel decorated with the bones of more than 40,000 human skeletons. The bones were collected and arranged in the chapel in the 19th century, creating an eerie yet fascinating spectacle.
Other notable sights in the town include the Italian Court, a former royal palace dating back to the 14th century, and the Gothic Stone Fountain in the town square.
Today, Kutna Hora is a popular tourist destination known for its rich history and stunning architecture. Visitors can wander through the town's charming streets, explore its historic landmarks, and learn about its fascinating past.
Kutna Hora
For further details on ticket purchases, availability, and opening hours, please visit the castle's official website by clicking the "learn more" button.
https://www.kutnahora.cz/ source: Kutna Hora City
https://www.kutnahora.cz/ source: Kutna Hora City
1. The Cathedral of St Barbara
Gothic cathedral named after St. Barbara, the patron saint of miners, the cathedral's architecture and decoration reflect the importance of mining to the city's economy. The cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
2. The Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady and St John the Baptist in Sedlec
The unique UNESCO heritage site is the conventual church of the former oldest Cistercian monastery in Bohemia. Together with the Sedlec ossuary, this church forms a comprehensive complex of the oldest part of Kutna Hora. The cathedral was built between 1290-1320 and combines northern French Gothic cathedral architecture with German elements.
3. Cemetery Church of All Saints with the Ossuary
Over 30,000 were buried in Sedlec after the plague in 1318, with another 10,000 deceased finding their final resting place at the cemetery during the Hussite Wars. According to preserved sources, the Sedlec cemetery occupied an area of 35,000 m2. Most of the graves were abolished at the end of the 15th century.
4. The Italian Court
The Italian Court used to be rightly known as the "jewel" in the crown of Czech kings and its appeal and charm persist to this day. Italian Court is the former royal mint and royal palace, a national cultural monument of pan-European significant with a thousand-year history. The original fortified settlement from the late 13th century was converted into a central royal mint in 1300 by King Wenceslas II
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5. Jesuit College
The Jesuit College was built in the early 18th century and served as a school for Jesuit students until the order was dissolved in the late 18th century. Today, the building houses an art gallery that showcases the works of famous Czech artists, as well as temporary exhibitions from around the world
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 - option to order (+1 seat in the car)
- Entrances to historical places, etc.
- Lunch or dinner
- Entrances to historical places, etc.
- Lunch or dinner