In a quiet corner of the city you find the St. Wenceslas Cathedral with its three impressive Neo-Gothic towers. In the same square you will find the entrance to the Archdiocesan Museum of Olomouc , a place where the religious history of the country is preserved through statues, paintings and in the building architecture.
Stroll around the garden and get lost among many corridors. The whole area used to be the Olomouc Castle, that after wars and reconstructions became a cultural and religious center. The best view of the Olomouc Castle is from the outside. There is a park at the back of the castle, go for a nice walk and admire the building.
Olomouc Old Town is surrounded by green areas. There are many parks in Olomouc , rose gardens, botanical gardens and even a science museum in the middle of the green. Walking around them is a pleasant way to explore the city and see the baroque Olomouc from a different perspective. The parks are also the address of many events and student gatherings. A trick to your mind and tastebuds!! If you like strong cheese, go for it, the best pairing would be a traditional Czech beer.
Talking about beer, visiting local breweries is a must-do in Olomouc. The beer is superb and they have different types on different days, so you will never get bored. The food was good too, we had some pizza, a tasty hamburger [Rob had one] and some fresh salad with local cheese [my favorite]. Our second beer tasting was at Moritz Taverne Brewery , a very local restaurant with a traditional menu and unfiltered beer.
They have a nice garden in front of the restaurant that is perfect for the sunny days. The Moravian region is also famous for wine and most of the bars and restaurants in Olomouc serve the best ones.
There is more about wines on our guide of things to do in Brno and around. Inside you will find collections from the 20th and 21st centuries and temporary exhibitions from Czech artists. One of the unique things to do in Olomouc is to visit the Hradisko Monastery, a historical building turned into a public hospital, one of the most beautiful hospitals I have ever visited. The Hradisko Monastery is huge, you can visit the ceremonial hall, the gardens, go up the tower and also visit an interesting museum in the back of the building.
It feels like you are visiting a palace more than anything else. So we had the opportunity to see some of the medical areas of the hospital. The Holly Hill is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Olomouc, it gives you an impressive view of the city. The Minor Basilica is the main attraction, a pilgrimage site that attracts devotees of The Virgin Mary.
We went there early in the morning but I believe it is the perfect place to enjoy the sunset. We visited the Hradisko Monastery and the Holly Hill by car. Our guide from the Olomouc Baroque Walking Tour also arranged our visit to these two attractions out of the city.
The road to Holly Hill is stunning and has a bike path. Of course, you will have to cycle uphill, but only at the end of the way. We already gave you 9 good reasons to travel to Olomouc, but the list of fascinating things to do in Olomouc is not finished yet.
There are 3 more places and experiences that are worth mentioning. The Bouzov Castle is located 35 km from Olomouc and you will need a car to go there as there is no public transportation connecting the city and the castle. They gave us a booklet with information in English and we managed to follow the tour well. We visited gorgeous rooms, fancy dine tables and an opulent Neo-Gothic Chapel that wowed me. The castle was constructed in a Gothic style at the beginning of the 14th century to be the residence of the Order of Teutonic Knights, later on it was restored by the Habsburg Family.
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Go to Podkova for lunch or dinner and you can try local recipes and beers. We had lunch there and no words to describe how delicious the traditional fried cheese was. So simple yet so delicious.
There are three churches that are undoubtedly worth a visit during your time in Olomouc. The first is St. Wenceslas Cathedral, a thousand-year-old cathedral which is the second tallest in the Czech Republic. Its imposing Neo-Gothic architecture and chilling sub-terranean crypts make it worth the ten to fifteen-minute walk from Horni Namesti.
The Baroque-style church was built in the middle of the 13th century and is considered one of the most beautiful in the region. Finally, the St Moritz Church, which was built toward the end of the 14th century, can be found just behind Horni Namesti. It houses a magnificent organ and visitors can climb the tower for fantastic views of the city centre. Bezruc Park is a lovely area to relax in that sits just below the city walls.
You can also visit the lovely Botanical Gardens that houses hundreds of different floral species. You can only visit with a guide during the summer months. It costs 20czk and can be organised through the tourist office located in the Town Hall. There are a number of tea houses that are a perfect place to pop in for a relaxing cup of tea and shisha. They have an extensive tea menu featuring drinks from all regions of the world.
There are also plenty of comfortable couches and cushions that are perfect for a relaxing afternoon! Their sections are divided into shisha smoking and non-smoking.
Cajovna Sofie is another great tea house in Olomouc. You can see the sites in a day or two but the beauty and magic of the city can only be discovered by taking the time to people-watch in the squares, walk down random streets and through hidden tunnels make sure to check out the Tunnel Gallery on Denisova for some great street art!
These are some of my favourite places to eat and drink in the city. After all, wherever there are students, there are always great and affordable places to eat and drink! Hanacka Hospoda — located in Dolni Namesti, this traditional pub is a great place to try classic Czech dishes and other modern dishes.
It also serves traditional Czech food with its own unique gastronomic twist. Also has fantastic beer from the barrel! Moritz Microbrewery — it might be a controversial statement but Moritz microbrewery might just have the best beer in all of Olomouc!
Their own microbrew can be enjoyed in the lovely garden and also accompanied by all your favourite Czech dishes. Taste of India — if you want to take a break from hearty Czech meals then this restaurant serves some fantastic Indian food. Their weekday lunch buffet for 99czk, in particular, is amazing value! Cafe La Fee — a Parisian style cafe in the heart of Olomouc, this place is perfect for your morning coffee accompanied by a light crepe, a delicious cake or a filling bagel.
They also have an extensive lunch menu and is a popular spot for an evening cocktail. They offer both dorms and private rooms and upon checking in, they will give you a comprehensive map of the city, highlighting some of their favourite spots. Check the latest prices on Hostelworld or Booking.
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