Okoř Castle Ruins
Zřícenina hradu Okoř
Fee required
Parking available
Okoř Castle Ruins is a popular medieval site near Prague, offering historical exploration, cultural events, and scenic surroundings.

📜 Explore the historic Okoř Castle Ruins, a popular destination near Prague.
🏰 Discover medieval architecture, fortifications, and a rich history dating back to the 13th century.

Why Go

✨ One of the most visited and photographed castle ruins in the Czech Republic
🚶‍♀️ Explore the remains of the Gothic castle, including a ruined tower, early Gothic chapel, and late-Gothic fortifications with semi-circular bastions and key loopholes.
⚔️ Experience historical reenactments, fencing shows, and elaborate battles in summer
🎶 Enjoy concerts and festivals held at the castle grounds
🏞️ Scenic surroundings perfect for walking, cycling, and horse riding
📚 Learn about the castle's history, including its multiple rebuilds for defense and its damage during the Thirty Years' War.

Why Avoid

👶 Terrain around the castle is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs

Cost

🎟️ Adults: 70 Kč
👨‍🎓 Students & Seniors: 50 Kč
👧 Children (over 6): 45 Kč
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family (2 adults + 2 children): 185 Kč
👶 Children under 6: Free
🎭 Surcharge for performance during tour: 25 Kč/person

Hours

🗓️ April, May, October, November: Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 - 11:45 and 12:30 - 16:30
☀️ June - September: Tuesday - Sunday, 10:00 - 11:45 and 12:30 - 16:30
🚫 Closed: January, February, March, December, and Mondays (June-September)

Getting There

🚌 Bus connection available from Prague
🚶‍♀️ A path leads from Okoř village along the Zákolanský stream

Parking

🅿️ Parking available on site for personal cars

Visit Duration

⏳ Recommended visit duration: 1.5 hours

Facilities

🛍️ Souvenir shop available
🍽️ "Na baště" restaurant and pastry shop on site
☕ Refreshments available

Important Notes

📞 Tours can be booked by phone from April to November (minimum 3 days in advance) at +420 734 638 511.
👰 The castle may be closed to the public for wedding ceremonies; check the official website for specific dates.