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Brno.

The Czech Republic's second city is a hidden gem of functionalist architecture, a legendary bar scene, and quirky local legends.

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Essentials

The Survival Kit.

Hotels in Brno

Find the perfect stay from historic boutique hotels in the city center to modern budget suites.

Stay near the Old Centre for walking access.

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Guided Tours

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The Blueprint

48 Hours in Brno.

Day 1: Castles & Catacombs

Morning

ล pilberk Castle

Visit the fortress that once served as the "Prison of Nations" for the Habsburg Empire.

Afternoon

Labyrinth under Vegetable Market

Explore the complex system of medieval cellars and corridors under the main square.

Evening

Freedom Square (Nรกmฤ›stรญ Svobody)

Watch the unique black "astronomical clock" release a marble at 11 AM (or just enjoy the bars).

Day 2: Modernist Masterpieces

Morning

Villa Tugendhat

Visit the UNESCO-listed masterpiece of modern architecture by Mies van der Rohe (book months ahead!).

Afternoon

Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul

Admire the Gothic towers that dominate the city skyline.

Evening

Brno Bar Scene

Experience why Brno is famous for its creative cocktail bars and pubs.

Where to Stay?

City Center

Vibrant

The hub of history, markets, and nightlife.

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Academic

The student district with great cafes and parks.

ฤŒernรก Pole

Elegant

The residential area home to famous villas and parks.

Local Secrets

The Brno Dragon

A stuffed crocodile hanging in the Old Town Hall, legendary for terrorizing the city.

The Noon at 11

The cathedral bells ring noon at 11 AM to commemorate a trick played on the besieging Swedes in 1645.

The Ossuary at St. James

The second largest ossuary in Europe, rediscovered only recently in 2001.

Extend Your Stay

Escapes from Brno.

Lednice-Valtice Complex
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Lednice-Valtice Complex

A stunning UNESCO-listed landscape of palaces and gardens.

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