Tour of the Karlovy Vary Region

Written by Terezie Palyzova

Category: Czech Trip

Below are some tips on where to travel in Karlovy Vary each day

Day 1

10:00 a.m. – Arrival in the Czech Republic at Vaclav Havel Airport in Prague

11:00 a.m. – Arrival by train, bus, or car in Karlovy Var

Arrival by a private transport company that offers connections from Prague to Karlovy Vary.

12:00 p.m. – Luggage drop-off at selected hotel in Karlovy Vary

12:30 p.m. – Lunch in the City Center

Enjoy a lunch break at one of the many excellent traditional restaurants in the city center.
Duration: 2 hours

2:30 p.m. – Check-in at accommodation in Karlovy Vary (near the city center)

Hotel check-in in Karlovy Vary.

3:30 p.m. – Walking tour along the colonnade and visiting spa springs:

Mill Colonnad
Market Colonnad
Hot Spring Colonnade (the hottest spring)
Castle Colonnade
Riverside near the colonnade
Duration: 2 hours

5:30 p.m. – Visit to local thermal resort

Visit the most famous thermal hotel in Karlovy Vary, located next to Smetana Gardens, for relaxation and bathing.
Duration: 3 hours

8:30 p.m. – Dinner at local restaurant

Enjoy dinner in the city center or at your selected accommodation.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

10:00 p.m. – Return to the hotel on foot (or explore the nightlife of Karlovy Vary)

Day 2

9:00 a.m. – Breakfast at hotel

Duration: 1 hour

10:00 a.m. – Travel by bus, train, or car to the city of Jachymov

Arrival in Jachymov by public transport company offering direct routes from Karlovy Vary center to the spa part of Jachymov.

10:30 a.m. – Visit to the Royal Mint in Jachymov

Visit the Royal Mint in Jachymov, a historical site founded in 1520. The mint is known for its role in minting silver coins. Today it hosts an exhibition focused on the history of minting, mining, and life in Jachymov.
Duration: 2 hours

12:30 p.m. – Lunch in the city center

Enjoy a lunch break at a restaurant near the mint offering a unique selection of mostly grilled dishes made from fresh ingredients.
Duration: 2 hours

2:30 p.m. – Visit to the local aquapark in Jachymov

Visit to the local aquapark for relaxation, rest, and bathing.
Duration: 3 hours

2:30 p.m. – Walking tour of Jachymov center

Joachim Church
Landmarks around Republic Square
Radium Palace
Spa Park
Radon Trail
Duration: 4 hours

6:30 p.m. – Dinner at local restaurant

Visit one of the many restaurants that Jachymov offers.
Duration: 2 hours

9:00 p.m. – Return to the hotel (or explore the nightlife of Karlovy Vary)

Return to Karlovy Vary by public transport company providing connection from Jachymov.

Day 3

9:00 a.m. – Breakfast at hotel

Duration: 1 hour

10:00 a.m. – Visit to Frantiskovy Lazne

Visit to Frantiskovy Lazne, one of the most famous spa locations in the Czech Republic. Known for its 23 mineral springs and historical architecture. The city offers a peaceful atmosphere, beautiful parks, and confectioneries with spa wafers typical for the region.

12:30 p.m. – Lunch break in local restaurant

Enjoy a visit to a traditional local restaurant in Frantiskovy Lazne.
Duration: 2 hours

2:30 p.m. – Continuation of the city tour

FATAMORGANA (Museum of Illusions),
Temples, statues, spa houses,
Salt and Meadow Spring Colonnade,
New Colonnade with Gas Spa, Natalie Spring Colonnade,
Parks
The ceremonial opening of the new spa season takes place in early May – one of the highlights of social events in Frantiskovy Lazne.
Duration: 5 hours

6:30 p.m. – Dinner at local restaurant

Visit a restaurant for traditional Czech dinner in Frantiskovy Lazne.

8:00 p.m. – Return to the hotel (or explore the nightlife of Karlovy Vary)

Day 4

9:00 a.m. – Breakfast at hotel

Duration: 1 hour

10:00 a.m. – Visit to Luzansky Park and sports area in Karlovy Vary

Visit to Luzansky Park, one of the most visited parks in Karlovy Vary. It offers rest, relaxation, and space for leisure sports activities such as jogging, cycling, pétanque, and more.
Duration: 2 hours

12:00 p.m. – Lunch at local restaurant

Visit an elegant historical-style restaurant near Luzansky Park.
Duration: 2 hours

1:30 p.m. – Visit to a local wellness center for relaxation

Visit local wellness hotels for relaxation and bathing.
Duration: 3 hours

4:00 p.m. – Visit and tasting at Jan Becher Museum

The visitor center “The Home of Becherovka” is located in a historical building from 1867, which served as a Becherovka factory for over 140 years.
Explore the history of the iconic Czech herbal liqueur through unique items, historical bottles, interactive exhibits, and virtual reality. Each tour ends with a tasting of our products.
There is also an official shop in the building for herbal lovers.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

7:30 p.m. – Dinner at local restaurant