Hluboká nad Vltavou (know just as "Hluboká") is a town in South Bohemia region, with around 5,000 inhabitants. Although known mainly for its beautiful château, it offers much more to the visitor.
The town itself is very old, dating back to the Bronze Age. There has been a castle at the place of today's chateau since 14th century. Today's Hluboká sees many international tourist thanks to its well-know chateau, but in Czech Republic and especially South Bohemia Region, it is also known as a centre for luxury holidays. That's the reason why you will find here many luxurious hotels, a large golf course and a small marina on the River Vltava. It is however popular among Czech tourists in general, as it offers great biking options, ponds with clear water and a nice zoo. Houses in the town often resemble small castles, as having a house in Hluboká is very popular among the richest people from nearby České Budějovice.
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Hluboká na Vltavou château, +420387843911. 10 - 16. Build in the 19th century in Tudor style and considered to be one of the most beautiful chateaux is all Czech Republic. The main sight is probably the château exterior, but the interior is also very nice. There are at least six different guided tours of the interior (only one in winter), costing from 100 Kč to 260 Kč, with some discounts for students, children and elderly. Guided tours are provided in many languages, including English, German, Russian and more. It is not possible to go into the interior without a guide.
Ohrada Zoo, +420 387002219. 8ː30-16ː00. Smaller, but very nice zoo. Specializes in local animals, such as deer, bears, wolf and lynxes, so it might be especially interesting if you are from far away. 110 Kč.
Mikoláš Aleš Art Gallery, +420 387 967 120. 9-16. A large art gallery located in former riding house next to the chateau. There is a permanent exhibition of medieval and modern art mixed together. 130 Kč.
Church of Saint John of Nepomuk. Town's main church, also build in Neo̠-Gothic Style. free.
Hluboká na Vltavou château, +420387843911. 10 - 16. Build in the 19th century in Tudor style and considered to be one of the most beautiful chateaux is all Czech Republic. The main sight is probably the château exterior, but the interior is also very nice. There are at least six different guided tours of the interior (only one in winter), costing from 100 Kč to 260 Kč, with some discounts for students, children and elderly. Guided tours are provided in many languages, including English, German, Russian and more. It is not possible to go into the interior without a guide.
Ohrada Zoo, +420 387002219. 8ː30-16ː00. Smaller, but very nice zoo. Specializes in local animals, such as deer, bears, wolf and lynxes, so it might be especially interesting if you are from far away. 110 Kč.
Mikoláš Aleš Art Gallery, +420 387 967 120. 9-16. A large art gallery located in former riding house next to the chateau. There is a permanent exhibition of medieval and modern art mixed together. 130 Kč.
Church of Saint John of Nepomuk. Town's main church, also build in Neo̠-Gothic Style. free.
Play golf, +420 776 826 376. A golf club with 27 holes, 9 of them open to public
Sport and relax areal Hluboká. A large free-time areal offering numerous attractions, such as net center, trampolines, baseball field, fishing and much more. Attractions are paid separately.
Swim. There are numerous ponds around Hluboká in which you can swim or even yacht. Most important of them is Bezdrev
Play golf, +420 776 826 376. A golf club with 27 holes, 9 of them open to public
Sport and relax areal Hluboká. A large free-time areal offering numerous attractions, such as net center, trampolines, baseball field, fishing and much more. Attractions are paid separately.
Swim. There are numerous ponds around Hluboká in which you can swim or even yacht. Most important of them is Bezdrev
You can get some souvenirs directly in the chateau, near the ticket office.
Penny Market. 7ː00 - 20ː00. Biggest supermarket in town. You can buy some food here if you want to save money on restaurants. Also the parking lot is one of the cheapest in town
Penny Market. 7ː00 - 20ː00. Biggest supermarket in town. You can buy some food here if you want to save money on restaurants. Also the parking lot is one of the cheapest in town
Hotels in town have their own restaurants, which are often expensive.
While Hluboká is a very popular among tourists, it is probably not a drinking destination. You can however get a beer in every restaurant in town.
Hluboká brewery. A small local brewery. In addition to beer, they offer good food.
Hluboká brewery. A small local brewery. In addition to beer, they offer good food.
Free Wi-Fi is provided in the city. Also many restaurants and hotels have their own free Wi-Fi.