Olomouc · Zlín · the Czech Republic

Olomouc and Kroměříž

Squares, cathedral and historic gardens in two Moravia towns.

Morávia e Silésia

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Olomouc has an old center with squares, a town hall and streets that lead to the Cathedral of Saint Wenceslas. The city offers a glimpse of the Moravia linked to university and religious life. The walk can start at Horní náměstí and continue toward the Václavské náměstí area.

Kroměříž adds the archiepiscopal palace and two gardens with different proposals. The park adjacent to the residence and the Flower Garden are not the same place. Allocating time for each helps to perceive the difference between a landscape of tree-lined paths and a geometric Baroque layout.

The towns can be combined in a route from Brno or other Moravian bases. Rail transport and regional connections require attention to transfer stations.

This destination brings together 2 cities: Olomouc, Kroměříž.

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The cities on this trip

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Where Olomouc and Kroměříž is

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How to get there: Olomouc and Kroměříž

✈ Letiště Brno-Tuřany (BRQ), in Brno · 79 km to Olomouc

Olomouc has rail connections with Prague and Brno. For Kroměříž, check the regional train or bus and any transfers on the route.

Suggested arrival point: Olomouc

Olomouc · Olomouc and Kroměříž Capital Suggested arrival point

Olomouc

Olomouc brings together the Upper Square with the town hall and astronomical clock and the Cathedral of Saint Wenceslas in another sector of the historic core. The urban walk goes along streets and façades from different periods. The main station lies outside this area and is linked to the center by urban transport.

Zlín · Olomouc and Kroměříž

Kroměříž

Kroměříž brings together the archiepiscopal palace, its adjacent park and the Flower Garden. The two gardens have different designs and locations. The town lets you combine interior halls and outdoor walks, with an urban walk linking the main sectors of the heritage complex.

The local experience

Things to do in Olomouc and Kroměříž

Kroměříž · Zlín · Palace

Arcibiskupský zámek a Podzámecká zahrada

The archiepiscopal palace of Kroměříž and its adjacent garden form a residence and landscape ensemble. The building sits next to the historic core and was associated with the bishops and archbishops of Olomouc. The visit links representative interiors with a park whose design differs from the Flower Garden.

Olomouc · Olomouc · Historic centre

Horní náměstí a radnice

The Upper Square, Horní náměstí, is a reference point to start the walk in Olomouc. The town hall occupies the central space, with a tower and an astronomical clock. The surrounding façades and fountains help convey the urban character of the ensemble, in an area that is mainly explored on foot.

Olomouc · Olomouc · Church

Katedrála svatého Václava

The Cathedral of Saint Wenceslas is located in the historic sector of Václavské náměstí in Olomouc. Its towers mark the skyline above the surrounding streets. The visit allows you to experience a different scale of religious architecture after walking the central squares and the town hall.

Kroměříž · Zlín · Garden

Květná zahrada

The Kroměříž Flower Garden has a geometric design and is distinct from the park beside the archbishop’s palace. Paths, flower beds and built elements organize the landscape experience. The ensemble is part of the city’s historic gardens heritage and deserves a separate visit.

Before you go

Practical information

A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.

When to go

May to September generally favors walks and gardens. April and October require checking the palace circuits; December to February is usually cold with short days.

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

How many days to stay

Three days: one for Olomouc and two to split the palace and the gardens of Kroměříž. With less time, choose an indoor circuit and one garden.

Which city to stay in

In Olomouc, the area near the old squares is walkable. In Kroměříž, stay within walking distance of the palace core, also factoring the walk to the Flower Garden.

Respect the place

Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.

Get your questions answered

Frequently asked questions about Olomouc and Kroměříž

Do Olomouc and Kroměříž fit in the same day?

A quick visit is possible, but the gardens and the palace will be rushed. Three days allow a fuller experience.

Are Kroměříž's gardens together?

The palace garden is contiguous to the residence; the Flower Garden is at another location, linked by an urban walk.

Do I need a car in both towns?

The centers can be explored on foot. A car only simplifies regional links, depending on available connections.

How to choose the visit to Kroměříž palace?

Decide the circuit of halls and its language before planning the garden visit.

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