Olomouc, Czechia

Olomouc

Baroque squares and fountains, with very few tourists.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Olomouc

Day 1

  1. MorningSee the Holy Trinity Column and the astronomical clock on the main square.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Archdiocesan Museum and St. Wenceslas Cathedral's tall spire.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the student-filled old town.

Day 2

Visit Bouzov castle or the Javoříčko caves.

What to eat

Olomoucké tvarůžky, a strong-smelling local cheese, and a Czech beer.

Local tips

Make the most of Olomouc

Beat the crowds

Olomouc is quiet, even in summer.

Best photo spot

The Holy Trinity Column and the astronomical clock on the main square.

Getting there

Trains from Prague take about 2 hours.

Don't miss nearby

The Holy Hill basilica above the city.

Good to know

Olomouc has a beautiful old town without the Prague crowds. Try the strong-smelling local cheese, Olomoucké tvarůžky.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Olomouc

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Plan your visit

Getting to Olomouc

Getting there

  • Ostrava Airport (OSR)65 km away
  • Brno Airport (BRQ)65 km away
  • Brno65 km away
  • Bratislava160 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryCzechia

Questions

Olomouc: good to know

Is Olomouc worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. Baroque squares and fountains, with very few tourists.

How many days do you need in Olomouc?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Olomouc?

You can visit all year. Olomouc is quiet, even in summer.

How do you get to Olomouc?

The nearest airport is Ostrava Airport (OSR), about 65 km away. Trains from Prague take about 2 hours.

What is there to see near Olomouc?

Nearby hidden places include Brno (64 km), Table Mountains (Szczeliniec) (112 km) and Telč (138 km).

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