Tours/Cesky Krumlov/Cesky Krumlov Self Guided Tour From Roses to Rivers and Royals
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Cesky Krumlov Self Guided Tour From Roses to Rivers and Royals

4.5(2)Cesky Krumlov1 hour
VIATOR4.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

Want to do more in Český Krumlov than just see the castle? This self-guided walking tour with 20+ stops reveals the darker, stranger, and more fascinating stories beneath the perfect façades; stories you'd never notice without a local guide. Spanning across the medieval Old Town and the free-to-enter section of the castle complex, you'll discover why bears have lived in the moat for 400 years, how a puppet theatre saved the Czech language from extinction, and the brutal murder that stained the Barber's Bridge. You'll decode the sgraffito illusions on Renaissance façades, learn which alchemist scammed the Rosenbergs for three decades, and stand where accused witches were burned beside what's now a plague column. Unlike rushed group tours, you control the pace, pause for photos and take breaks. Over 20,000 travelers have used the tours, with a full refund guarantee. Best for curious first-time visitors, history enthusiasts, or those who want depth without being hurried.

Tour Options

Cesky Krumlov Self Guided Tour From Roses to Rivers and Royals

Itinerary

15 min

Discover why three noble families rebuilt this medieval square without ever tearing anything down

Pass by

Decode the coats of arms that chart three centuries of shifting power and family rule

10 min

Stand where survivors thanked the Virgin Mary and accused witches were burned alive

15 min

Meet the boy saint who defied an emperor and inspired a town's spiritual heart

Pass by

Discover how wooden puppets kept the Czech language alive under foreign rule

10 min

Hear the brutal murder story behind this beautiful medieval bridge's darkest legend

10 min

Pass through the red gate where a father divided an empire with five colored roses

30 min

Explore bear legends, ghostly courtyards, Baroque theatre magic, and Schiele-inspired castle viewpoints, covering all the free to enter areas of the castle.

Highlights

100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
Audio and written guide included
Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation

What's included

Included
100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
Audio and written guide included
Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Not included
Any physical devices or headphones
Human tour guide at location
Entry to castle tower/ museum is not part of this tour

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(2)

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David_C
June 26, 2026
You have to download an...

You have to download an app to get the audio tour. Then you get a txt to download the content. Quite informative and good content. Cheap.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you found the tour informative and good value for money.

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E2310YHgerhardb
June 8, 2026
very pleasant

we really enjoyed it A note. As soon as one has visited a point and listened to this information, it would be great if that point were marked in the overview, so one could see at a glance which points have already been visited and what is still open

Operator response

Vielen Dank für das schöne Feedback. Die Idee mit der Kennzeichnung bereits besuchter Stationen ist ein hilfreicher Vorschlag, den wir gerne aufnehmen.

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