What to do and see in Ceske Budejovice, Bohemia: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

September 6, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Known by the German name "Budweis" in the 19th century, the south Bohemian city of Ceske Budejovice has been a center of brewing since the 13th century. The original inspiration for the American version, Budwar or Budweiser beer remains one of the most popular in the country. The vast, beautiful Námesti Otakar II square is the site of stately Renaissance, Gothic and Baroque buildings, including the beautiful 1727 town hall. Buses and trolleys link areas, and cycling paths run through the city.
Restaurants in Ceske Budejovice

1. NamEsti Premysla Otakara II

Nam. Premysla Otakara II, Ceske Budejovice 370 01 Czech Republic
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4.5 based on 390 reviews

NamEsti Premysla Otakara II

This cobblestone market square, one of the largest in Europe, is lined with magnificent baroque buildings and 18th-century arched and barrel-vaulted arcades. The Fountain of Sampson stands in the square's center.

Reviewed By Andrewdonaldson - Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic

This is a great town square, it's within walking distance to great restaurants, parks, the winter stadium with ice-skating as well as a ten-minute walk to a mall with cinema's etc... You won't find McDonalds or KFC here, they're also walking distance if you need them, rather this square remains a very authentic Czech hub, which is widely utilised by the locals and not as much of a theme park as many other city centres. There are regular markets held in and around the square and they have a fantastic Christmas market too. If you're with children, there is a great large play area in the park, less than 5 minutes walk away, next to an indoor and outdoor swimming pool with water slides etc... for the summer. There are outdoor movie theatres, the planetarium and of course pubs with beer gardens, serving local and international cuisine and loads of Czech beers. Language can sometimes be a challenge for more complicated conversations, but I find that most Czechs in the hospitality industry will understand food and drink orders and the younger the person, the more likely they are to have a good grasp of English as there are now a whole host of English Language schools in the area. Overall the City and the Square are off the main tourist routes, but all the more authentic for that.

2. Samson's Fountain

NamEsti Premysla Otakara II, Ceske Budejovice 370 01 Czech Republic http://www.c-budejovice.cz/en/history
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4.5 based on 167 reviews

Samson's Fountain

This 18th-century fountain, located in the center of one of the largest squares in Europe, once served as Ceske Budejovice's main water supply.

Reviewed By LisaVienna4034 - Vienna, Austria

This is in the main square, which is beautiful all around. This fountain is part of the lovely scenery.

3. Town Hall (Radnice)

Ceske Budejovice Czech Republic +420 386 801 413 http://www.c-budejovice.cz/cz/mesto/o-meste/stranky/radnice.aspx
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4.5 based on 125 reviews

Town Hall (Radnice)

Built between 1727-30, this baroque structure has four rooftop statues meant to symbolize the four virtues of the town's citizenry: Fairness, Wisdom, Caution and Bravery.

Reviewed By D599YSrebeccar

The old town square in Ceske Budejovice is unique beyond belief. One of the largest in Europe. When we were there there was a festival honoring their beer, with dancing all day. Wonderful!

4. Black Tower (Cerna vez)

Ceske Budejovice Czech Republic +420 386 352 508 http://www.visitceskebudejovice.cz/en/ceske-budejovice-black-tower/49
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4.5 based on 304 reviews

Black Tower (Cerna vez)

The bell tower of St. Nicholas Cathedral was under construction from 1550-1577. At a height of 232 feet, it offers sweeping views of the Bohemian Forest and the Alps.

Reviewed By hellienagy - Prague, Czech Republic

Views on a whole city worth climbing this tower! It may appear tiring at first glance but believe me when you get there, you wouldn't regret! Price is 40 czk for an adult and you pay on the top. You can also borrow binoculars for 10 czk and buy nice postcards!

5. Holasovice

Ceske Budejovice Czech Republic +420 777 621 221 http://www.czechtourism.com/sp/c/holasovice
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4.5 based on 241 reviews

Holasovice

Reviewed By anthonyoneill38 - Waterford, Ireland

This is quite a unique village with a beautiful layout .The houses are beautiful and they have some nice architecture and beautiful symbols on the outside and the houses are painted in nice colours .we made the journey to Holasvice from Cesky Krumlov and while the roads were narrow the scenery was beautiful .We would highly recommend a visit to this rural village.

6. Dominican Monastery

Ceske Budejovice Czech Republic
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4.5 based on 36 reviews

Dominican Monastery

7. Baroque Terraced Houses

Ceska 46-62, Ceske Budejovice Czech Republic
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Baroque Terraced Houses

8. St. Nicholas Church

Ceske Budejovice Czech Republic http://www.visitceskebudejovice.cz/en/ceske-budejovice-church-of-st-nicholas/48
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4.0 based on 53 reviews

St. Nicholas Church

Located on the corner of one of Europe's largest squares, this magnificent cathedral features a 72-meter-high bell tower that offers magnificent views of the Bohemian Forest and Alps.

9. Budweiser Brewery (Budejovicky Budvar)

Karoliny SvEtle 4, Ceske Budejovice 370 21 Czech Republic +420 387 705 347 [email protected] http://www.visitbudvar.cz/
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4.0 based on 321 reviews

Budweiser Brewery (Budejovicky Budvar)

The Czech brew was originally manufactured at this site, which is open to the public for tastings and tours.

Reviewed By Y1195VLanthonyk - Brighton, United Kingdom

Outstanding. Milada gave me an hour-long trip around this fascinating place: somewhere that beer is, and always has been, of massive importance to the town and its history. Who knew? Anyway I cannot recommend this highly enough, even if all you want is to see a factory.line. Also, the museum and its displays (for example going down 350 m to the aquifer) is great too. And then there is the beer itself..????????????

10. Moto Muzeum

Piaristicke nam. 157/2, Ceske Budejovice 370 01 Czech Republic +420 723 247 104 http://www.motomuseum.cz
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4.0 based on 27 reviews

Moto Muzeum

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