Lower Vítkovice
Dolní Vítkovice
A globally unique former industrial complex in Ostrava, transformed into a vibrant educational, cultural, and social hub with diverse attractions and events.

📜 A globally unique former industrial complex of ironworks in Ostrava, transformed into a major educational, cultural, and social center.
🏭 Explore a national cultural monument with rich industrial history, now a vibrant hub for culture, science, and events.

Why Go

🏛️ Discover a national cultural monument with rich industrial heritage
🔭 Ascend Bolt Tower for panoramic views of Ostrava
🎶 Experience concerts and events in the unique Gong hall
🔬 Engage with hundreds of interactive exhibits at the Great World of Technology
🚂 Explore technical inventions from the industrial revolution to the present at the Small World of Technology U6
⛏️ Descend into a simulated mine at Landek Park Mining Museum, the largest in the Czech Republic
🎨 Enjoy diverse art exhibitions at Galerie Gong, part of an educational complex
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly attractions include an interactive Children's World for ages 2-6
🚶‍♀️ Take guided tours like the Blast Furnace Circuit, KOX, Vítkovice Furnaces, Coal Path, or Architecture of DOV

Hours

⏰ Infocentrum, Great World of Technology, Galerie Gong, Landek Park: Daily, 9:00 - 18:00
🗓️ Small World of Technology U6: Tuesday - Sunday, 9:00 - 18:00
☕ Bolt Café: Daily, 10:00 - 18:00 (last ascent 17:00)
🚶‍♀️ Guided tours have specific start times: Blast Furnace Circuit (Daily 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00), Vítkovice Furnaces (Weekends 11:30, 15:00), Coal Path (Sundays 12:00, 16:00)
⚠️ Hours are subject to change, especially during holidays

Tickets

🎟️ Purchase tickets online via the e-shop or at on-site ticket offices
❌ Online tickets are non-cancelable and non-refundable
🎁 Gift vouchers are available for purchase
🚶‍♀️ Area Tours: Vysokopecní okruh (Blast Furnace Circuit), Bolt Café, Vítkovické pece (Vítkovice Furnaces), KOX, Architektura DOV (Architecture of DOV), Cesta uhlí (Coal Path)
🎢 Attraction Tickets: Children's World, Great World of Technology, Small World of Technology U6, Galerie Gong
⛏️ Landek Park Tickets: Mine descent and rescue, rescue only, and seasonal experience programs
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Combined and family tickets (2 adults + max 3 children up to 15) are available for some attractions
💰 Pricing varies; for example, Blast Furnace Circuit is 280 CZK for adults. Discounts for children 6-15, students, seniors, and ZTP cardholders. Children under 6 enter free with a paying adult

Other Services

🏢 Spaces available for rent for private and corporate events
🎤 Regularly hosts major music festivals and concerts
🏫 Offers educational programs for schools and interest groups

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️ The complex is vast; comfortable shoes are recommended for extensive exploration
♿ While some areas like Small World of Technology U6 are wheelchair accessible, not all parts may be
🗣️ Audioguides are currently unavailable; printed texts are provided in English, German, or Russian. A mobile app is available for Polish visitors
🌧️ Tour routes may be adjusted due to weather for safety

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