Kutná Hora Culture & history

Explore the town of Kutná Hora on this full-day trip from Prague. Take in the sights on the train ride and see top sights like the Sankturin House, the Stone House, and the Plague Column. Get admission to the ghoulish Sedlec Ossuary and the Gothic St. Barbara's Church. Meet your guide at the at the Czech Railway Main Ticket Office (České dráhy), located in the center of the Prague train station and hop aboard a comfortable train to Kutná Hora. Visit Kutná Hora's bone chapel, a true highlight of the day that draws visitors from all over the world, and discover how this gem of Bohemian history is home to much more than just piles of skulls and bones. Admire the historic buildings in Kutná Hora, which was the economic powerhouse of the Kingdom of Bohemia and played a crucial role in the Hussite Wars of the 15th century. Head to Saint Barbara's Church, then continue to Sankturin House, Bohemia's oldest Cistercian Monastery, the fabulous Italian Court, medieval Ruthardka Street, the Stone House, and the Plague Column. Along the way, learn about the Hussite Wars Kutná Hora's heyday, when it competed with Prague both economically and culturally and became the favorite residence of several Bohemian kings. Find out how it got so rich and learn about the silver mining for the Prague Groschen – once the hard currency of Central Europe.

Skip the ticket line at two truly unique sites and listen to interesting commentary through your audio guide.  First stop is the Sedlec Ossuary, said to contain bones from 40,000 - 70,000 human skeletons. All are used in an artistic way to beautifully decorate the church's interior. One of the ossuary’s eye-catching features is an enormous chandelier, completely made out of bones.  Then, take a short walk to visit another noteworthy place - the Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady and Saint John the Baptist. Listed as a UNESCO heritage site since 1995, the cathedral is a unique combination of Baroque and Gothic architecture. Walk around the church and even explore the cathedral’s attic, whilst listening to the audio guide that will explain more about the church's history.

Depart Prague and travel east to the historical silver mining town of Kutná Hora, the second most important town in Bohemia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995. Travel back in time to the 13th century, and hear how a former settlement of Benedictine monks went on to become a favorite temporary residence of several Czech kings through the ages. Get details about historical events of importance to the history of Central Europe. Visit the impressive Saint Barbara's Church to marvel at the Gothic details of the cathedral-style building. See a unique stone fountain from the 15th century, and go to the amazing Sedlec Ossuary, decorated with more than 40,000 human bones.

Explore the medieval town of Kutná Hora on a half-day coach trip from Prague. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage monuments on arrival, including the amazing bone church of the Sedlec Ossuary. Learn more about the historical city and how it grew due to the nearby silver mines that were exploited intensively in the 14th and 15th centuries. See impressive sights such as the Gothic cathedral of St. Barbara's Church, dedicated to the patron saint of miners. Learn more about the mining history at the Hrádek museum and Italian Court (Vlašský dvůr), originally the seat of the Central Mint of Prague. Visit the 15th-century Stone Fountain and more.

Visit Kutná Hora, a medieval silver mining center that was once the second-richest city in the Kingdom of Bohemia. The former wealth of the city is reflected in the variety of architectural monuments and in the preserved structure of the town center. On the 7-hour trip to Kutná Hora you’ll enjoy a tour of St. Barbara’s Cathedral, and see a number of beautiful Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque townhouses and a stone fountain from the 15th century. You’ll also visit the Sedlec Ossuary, one of the most interesting burial grounds in the world. This chapel is decorated with more than 40,000 human bones, some arranged into a chandelier, others into the Schwarzenberg Coat-of-Arms, and more. Kutná Hora has been on UNESCO’s list of cultural heritage sites since 1995.

Visit Kutná Hora, a medieval silver mining center that was once the second-richest city in the Kingdom of Bohemia. The former wealth of the city is reflected in the variety of architectural monuments, and in the preserved structure of the town center. First, you will visit Kutná Hora’s Sedlec Ossuary, or “bone church”, which is one of the most well-known burial grounds in the world. Kutná Hora was once the second richest city in the Kingdom of Bohemia, because of silver mines. You will explore the city center with the commentary of your guide. After the walk, you will have 60 minutes of free time according to your preferences.  Kutná Hora has been on UNESCO’s list of cultural heritage sites since 1995.

Kutna Hora is a mediaeval mining town founded in the 13th century and famous for its silver mines. Visit the unique gothic Cathedral of St. Barbora with ist precious wall paintings and the unique Ossuary. Kutna Hora has preserved its mediaeval town character to date and is rightfully included on the UNESCO list of the most important cultural heritage of the Czech Republic.

Visit Kutná Hora, a medieval silver-mining city located about a 1.5-hour drive east of Prague. Journey to this fantastic city which, during the Middle Ages, brought fame to the lands of the Czech Crown and visit one of the richest and most powerful towns in the Czech lands. Whilst on our private tour of this remarkable area you can also see a local rarity - a bone church in Sedlec. According to estimates, bones of approximately 40,000 people were used to decorate the chapel. A haunting reminder of the transience of human life and the inevitability of death. Whilst here we will also see other masterpieces, including a massive chandelier and Schwarzenberg coat-of-arms. If you prefer not to visit the Bone Church, the tour can focus on other parts of Kutna Hora like the Italian Court, St.Barbara Cathedral, medieval old town, and more. Our experienced driver-guide will meet you at your address in Prague, guide you through Kutna Hora, and drive you back to Prague. This private tour allows the suggested itinerary to be adjusted to your preferences.

Head east from Prague to the Unesco World Cultural and Natural Heritage site of Kutna Hora. Built in the Middle Ages in the midst of an extensive silver ore field, it quickly became Bohemia’s second-most significant town. Its ample mineral assets became the backbone of the Czech economy, enriching the kingdom massively. Next, you’ll tour the town’s Cathedral of St. Barbara, considered one the best examples of late Gothic architecture in Bohemia. St. Barbara was patroness of the miners, and miners would come to the cathedral to receive her blessings. Learn a little bit more about the Czech Republic’s rich history on this walking tour from Prague.

Take a day trip from Prague to the famous Kutna Hora, a small town founded in the 13th century, widely known for its Gothic churches, included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the most beautiful parts of the town and visit the magnificent historic buildings, such as the Bone Chapel, located in Kutna Hora. Be picked up from your accommodation in Prague and travel to Kutna Hora in an air-conditioned, spacious car. Customize your tour and explore Kutna Hora and its region in your own way. Stop at local restaurants and taste delicious Czech food. Upon your request, visit any other historic or cultural site. At each stop, your friendly driver will answer all the questions you may have, share local knowledge, and provide tips about each destination. Choose how long you wish to stay in each location and make extra stops if you wish. Discover the most beautiful parts of the region, receive the best information, taste delicious food, and create life-long memories on your 7-hour tour to Kutna Hora. Since it is a personal tour, you can freely adjust where to stop. However, you can visit the following sites: - Saint Barbara's Church, one of the most famous Gothic churches in Europe which is in the UNESCO world heritage site. - The Church of the Assumption of Our Lady and Saint John the Baptist, another UNESCO world heritage site which is a perfect example of the Baroque Gothic style. - The Sedlec Ossuary, the macabre Roman Catholic chapel, decorated with human skeletons of nearly 70,000 people who were killed in wars or died from the plague. Here you will find the enormous chandelier containing at least one of every bone in the human body. - Hradek Castle, a small castle with a colorful facade. It served as the former fort defending the town but later it was rebuilt as a place to live in. - The Italian Court, a magnificent palace in Kutna Hora, a historic center of economic power which now is serving as a museum of coin mining. - The Plague Column, a historic baroque style landmark built in the 18th century to remember more than a thousand people killed by the contemporary plague. At the end of your tour, your personal driver and local guide will drive you back to your accommodation in Prague.