Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
rewards you with a fine view of the town and its unforgettable
riverside setting (see “Hiking,” page 194). Other sights are quick
visits and worthwhile only if you have a particular interest (Egon
Schiele, puppets, torture, and so on).
The town itself is the major attraction. Evenings are for atmo-
spheric dining and drinking. Sights are generally open 10:00-17:00
and closed on Monday.
orientation
Český Krumlov is extremely easy to navigate. The twisty Vltava
River, which makes a perfect S through the town, ropes the Old
Town into a tight peninsula. Above the Old Town is the Castle
Town. Český Krumlov's one main street starts at the isthmus and
heads through the peninsula. It winds through town and continues
across a bridge before snaking through the Castle Town, the castle
complex (a long series of courtyards), and the castle gardens high
above. The main square, Náměstí Svornosti—with the TI, ATMs,
and taxis—dominates the Old Town and marks the center of the
peninsula. All recommended restaurants and hotels are within a
few minutes' walk of this square. No sight in town is more than a
five-minute stroll away.
Tourist Information
The helpful TI is on the main square (daily 9:00-19:00, July-Aug
until 20:00, shorter hours in winter, tel. 380-704-622, www
.ckrumlov.cz). Pick up the free city map. The 129-Kč
City Guide
book explains everything in town and includes a fine town and
castle map in the back. The TI can check train, bus, and flight
schedules. Ask about concerts, city walking tours in English, and
canoe trips on the river. A second, less-crowded TI—actually a
private business—is just below the castle (daily 9:00-19:00, tel.
380-725-110).
Arrival in Český Krumlov
By Tr a i n :
The train station is a 20-minute walk from town (turn
right out of the station, then walk downhill onto a steep cobbled
path leading to an overpass into the town center). Taxis are stand-
ing by to zip you to your hotel (about 100 Kč), or call 602-113-113
to summon one.
By Bus:
The bus station is just three blocks away from the Old
Town (from the bus station lot, drop down to main road and turn
left, then turn right at Potraviny grocery store to reach the center).
Figure on 60 Kč for a taxi from the station to your hotel.
