Pilsen
Czech Republic · Karlovy Vary · 310 m
Description
Pilsen (Plzeň) is the fourth-largest city in the Czech Republic and a major cultural center of West Bohemia. The city is world-famous as the birthplace of Pilsner beer, first brewed here in 1842. Pilsen combines historic architecture with a lively cultural scene and a rich brewing tradition. At its heart, the imposing St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral and the spacious Republic Square define the cityscape. Highlights include the renowned Pilsner Urquell brewery, historic cellars and the medieval underground passages beneath the old town. The Great Synagogue is another architectural landmark. Pilsen blends Bohemian tradition with modern urban culture, making it ideal for a compact city break.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June or September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Pilsner Urquell Brewery
- St. Bartholomew's Cathedral & Republic Square
- Great Synagogue
- Historical Underground
- Pilsen Historic Centre
- Loos Interiors
- Brewery Museum
- Techmania Science Center
- Pilsen Zoo
- DinoPark Pilsen
- Museum of West Bohemia
- Museum of Ecclesiastical Art
- Kladruby Monastery(Day trip)
- Radyně Castle(Day trip)
- Puppet Museum
- Great Theatre
- St. Bartholomew's Cathedral Tower
- DEPO2015
- Ethnographic Museum of the Pilsen Region
- Museum of the Škoda Family
- Franciscan Monastery & St. Barbara's Chapel
- Pilsen City Parks & Gardens
- Pilsner beer halls & pubs
- Chotěšov Abbey(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Plzeň hlavní nádraží