Before you go

Your trip to Litomyšl.

Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.

Litomyšl – Pardubice Destination Eastern Bohemia

How to get there

Letiště Václava Havla Praha (PRG) Praha · 175 km
Litomyšl 1 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

Confirm before purchasing. Check rail or bus connections to Litomyšl. The final stretch to Smetana square can be done on foot, depending on the stop chosen.

How many days

One day for the square and the Portmoneum; one night allows flexibility for the opening hours of indoor spaces.

When to go

From May to September there is usually more availability for visits to the Portmoneum. April and October require checking the days; from November to March you must confirm entry availability before setting out.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

The core of Litomyšl and the Portmoneum can be linked on foot; a car is useful for regional travel between towns.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Litomyšl

Morning
Smetana Square
Walk along the sides of the square, observing the arcades and differences between the façades.
Afternoon
Portmoneum
Visit the house and allow time to study the ensemble of interior paintings.
Late afternoon
Return walk
Return to the centre by a route that suits the remaining daylight.
Evening
Night in Litomyšl
Stay in town or continue on the confirmed connection, leaving a buffer after the museum.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Can a day in Litomyšl be done on foot?

The square and the Portmoneum fit into a walking tour, including the stretch from the station or stop.

What makes the Portmoneum different?

The museum occupies a house with interiors painted by Josef Váchal, rather than a succession of large galleries.

Is Litomyšl's square an enclosed space?

Smetanovo náměstí is an elongated urban space, with houses and arcades around it.

When should you check the Portmoneum?

Before leaving your base, especially from November to March and in months with more limited visiting hours.

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