Park

Castle Gardens

Zámecká zahrada, Český Krumlov

Overview

Stretching behind the castle, these 17th-century Baroque gardens feature geometric flower beds, fountains, and sculptures. The highlight is the world-famous Revolving Auditorium (Otáčivé hlediště), which rotates 360 degrees during summer opera and theater performances (June-September). The three-tiered Cloak Bridge connecting the castle to the gardens is an architectural marvel in itself. Gardens free; revolving auditorium shows require separate tickets. 5-minute walk from the castle.

Opening Hours

Gardens: 08:00-19:00 (May-Sep; closed in winter).

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Travel Tips

Revolving auditorium shows run only in summer and sell out fast — book ahead. The gardens are a peaceful place for a stroll.

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Attractions near Castle Gardens

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Museum

Wax Museum

A wax museum portraying Bohemian kings like Charles IV and Rudolf II alongside modern celebrities.

📍 206m away

Museum

Museum of Torture

A museum of medieval torture instruments in the cellars beneath the Old Town Hall, brought to life with wax figures and sound effects.

📍 247m away

Historic

Český Krumlov Town Hall

A Renaissance building serving as Town Hall since 1597, notable for its coat-of-arms facade and arcaded ground floor.

📍 258m away

Historic

Český Krumlov Main Square

The town's central square surrounded by Renaissance buildings, with a plague column and cafes.

📍 268m away

Museum

Egon Schiele Art Centrum

An art center dedicated to Austrian Expressionist Egon Schiele, whose mother came from this town.

📍 282m away

Museum

Regional Museum

Housed in a former Jesuit seminary, this regional museum's highlight is a giant ceramic model recreating the entire Old Town.

📍 317m away

Park

Seminary Garden Viewpoint

A hillside garden that was once part of a Jesuit seminary, now widely considered the town's best viewpoint over the castle and Old Town.

📍 340m away

Museum

Marionette Museum (Church of St. Jošt)

A museum in the deconsecrated 14th-century Church of St. Jošt, a branch of Prague's National Marionette Theatre showcasing Baroque puppet stages.

📍 343m away

Castle

Český Krumlov Castle

The second-largest castle in the Czech Republic. The view of red rooftops from its tower is breathtaking.

📍 359m away

Cultural

Eggenberg Brewery

A brewery with over 500 years of tradition. Tour the facility and taste freshly tapped beer.

📍 383m away

Historic

Cloak Bridge

A three-tiered stone bridge linking the castle's 4th and 5th courtyards, famed for its dramatic span over a deep ravine and sweeping views.

📍 400m away

adventure

Vltava River Rafting

A popular adventure activity — canoeing or rafting down the Vltava while admiring medieval town scenery.

📍 410m away

Cathedral

Church of St. Vitus

A 14th-century Gothic church that defines the town skyline, with impressive interior frescoes.

📍 437m away

Museum

Museum Fotoatelier Seidel

A unique museum in a restored 19th-century photo studio, showcasing historical photographs of the Bohemian region.

📍 539m away

Nature

Kleť Lookout Tower

An 1,084m-high lookout tower in the Blanský les protected landscape area, reachable by chairlift.

📍 5.6km away

Historic

Zlatá Koruna Monastery

A 13th-century Cistercian monastery overlooking the Vltava valley, with a Baroque pharmacy and the Church of the Assumption.

📍 6.6km away

Historic

Holašovice Historic Village

A UNESCO World Heritage village of 23 preserved South Bohemian Folk Baroque farmsteads from the 18th-19th centuries.

📍 18.0km away

Things to Do in Český Krumlov

Adventure

Vltava River Canoe Experience

Paddle a canoe down the Vltava River and admire Český Krumlov Castle and the medieval town from the water. Safe for beginners, with short routes taking about 1-2 hours.

Price About CZK 700-1,000 (EUR 28-40) for a 2-person canoe, half dayDuration About 1-4 hours (depending on route)

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Culture

Medieval Tavern Dinner Experience

Dine by torchlight at Krčma v Šatlavské ulici, enjoying medieval-recipe dishes and mead. Wooden tableware and candlelight create a time-travel atmosphere.

Price About CZK 300-600 (EUR 12-24, including food and drinks)Duration About 1.5-2 hours

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Tour

Eggenberg Brewery Tour

Tour the 500-year-old Eggenberg Brewery, learn the brewing process, and taste unfiltered tank beer available only on-site in the adjoining beer garden.

Price About CZK 150 (EUR 6, including tasting)Duration About 1 hour

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