Hluboká nad Vltavou Castle
Zámek Hluboká nad Vltavou
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
A magnificent Neo-Gothic castle in the Czech Republic, inspired by Windsor Castle, renowned for its fairytale appearance, lavish interiors, extensive English park, and diverse guided tours.

📜 Neo-Gothic castle in the Czech Republic, inspired by Windsor Castle.
🔍 National cultural monument with lavish interiors and extensive English park.

Why Go

👑 Explore lavishly decorated rooms, halls, and unique 19th-century kitchen.
🌳 Wander through expansive English-style gardens and beautiful park grounds.
🖼️ Admire impressive art collections and historical artifacts.
📸 Enjoy panoramic views from the chateau tower, weather permitting.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Steep 900m walk from main parking.
🚶‍♀️ Extensive walking required for full tours and garden exploration.
🚫 Some interiors not accessible for strollers/backpacks, limited wheelchair access for some tours.

Tips

🎟️ Buy tickets online for convenience, though some tickets are only available at the office.
♿ Inform staff in advance for wheelchair tours.
🚲 Lock bikes at stands near Aleš South Bohemian Gallery or Hotel Štekl.

Cost

💰 Adult tickets 160-320 CZK depending on tour, discounts available.

Hours

🕒 Daily except Monday 9:00-16:00 (main season); Winter tour Nov 4-Dec 21, Tue-Sun 9:00-12:00, 12:30-16:00.

🅿️ Parking

Main car park 900m (steep hill); paid parking near Ohrada Zoo; three disabled spots 300m from chateau.

🚻 Toilets

Available, including wheelchair accessible; baby changing station in first courtyard.

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair access for 4 guided tours, park, gardens, courtyards, and toilet; inform staff in advance for tours.

🐾 Pets

Dogs on leash allowed in gardens/park; forbidden inside chateau interiors.

🚴‍♀️ Cyclists

Bicycles must be walked in gardens/park; stands available near Aleš South Bohemian Gallery or Hotel Štekl.

👶 For Children

Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult; baby carriages/backpacks not allowed inside interiors.

☕ Refreshments

Vending machines in first courtyard; chateau restaurant and cafe available.