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Olomouc
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Country	the Czech Republic
Region	Olomouc Region
Surface	103.36 km²
Population	101 984
Postal Code	779 00
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Olomouc - the statutory city in the eastern part Of the Czech Republic, on the Upper Moravian Depression, at the mouth of the Młyński Potok and Bystrzyca to Morawa. It is the capital Olomouc country, Olomouc County, as well as the Archdiocese of the Roman Catholic Church and the Czechoslovak Hussite Church, and the Eparchy of the Czech and Slovak Orthodox Church. It is the historical capital of Moravia and the main city in the ethnographic region of Haná.

Characteristic

The first written mention of a settlement in Olomouc comes from almost a thousand years ago, when the Chronicle of the Cosmas described a fortified castle on the important Morava river on the road between Krakow and Prague. Between the 16th and 19th centuries, Olomouc served as a strategically important fortress. The city is today the seat of the regional government, the Moravian Archbishopric and the oldest university in Moravia, Palacky University (Universita Palackého).

Legend claims that the city was founded by Julius Caesar. It is almost certain that Caesar never visited them in person, but it is known that the city started out as a Roman military camp called Julia Mons (Julius' Hill). The name gradually deteriorated into its present form, Olomouc. Roman influence is the proud heritage of the city and manifests itself in many areas.

Olomouc is undoubtedly an undiscovered jewel of the Czech Republic. It is home to countless beautiful buildings, great culture (the seat of the Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra and hundreds of unique restaurants, bars and pubs. Olomouc is completely beyond the reach of most tourists' joy, feeling calm, normal and relaxed even on a nice day in July.

Olomouc is the country's largest student city by population as home to Palacky University. Palacký University (named after František Palacky, the most influential figure of the Czech National Revival in the 19th century) is one of the country's largest and most prestigious universities, and only Charles University in Prague has a longer history. In the academic year, the city's population increases by approximately 20,000 students, giving the city a vivid sense of life and energy. It's important to remember if you want to enjoy the city's thriving nightlife - many bars and clubs depend on the student population and the proximity to the holiday.

Olomouc has been the seat of a Catholic Archbishop for almost 1,000 years, so it has some of the most beautifully decorated churches in Central Europe - though they won't appear in many travel guides.

Drive

By plane

By train

• Prague: 2.5 hours, IC / EC trains every hour; fo 2h, SC Pendolino / RegioJet / Leo Express (with compulsory reservation) each leaves every two hours

Fast trains (category R) are useless on this route, they are slower and cost the same as IC / EC.

The regular fare is CZK 324, the second person in a group (2 or more) pays CZK 195, additional people pay CZK 162, SporoTiket is CZK 190.

• Brno: 1.5h, every two hours

Be careful, there are also trains Brno - Olomouc via Břeclav, and the journey takes 2 hours longer.

• Ostrava: 1h, IC / EC trains every two hours

Watch out for some high-speed trains (category R) from Ostrava to Olomouc, they go the longer way through the Jeseníky Mountains for more than 3 hours.

• Warsaw: 5.5h, EC Praha
• Cracow: The only direct train is the Silesia night train arriving in Olomouc at 4:45 am. Other connections require at least two changes.
• Vienna: several rail links; with changes to Přerov or Ceska Trebova, it will take you about 3 hours

Long-distance trains stop at Olomouc hlavní nádraží (Main Olomouc).

By bus

Student Agency operates buses between Prague and Olomouc, but they are much slower than the trains as their route goes all the way to Brno before turning towards Prague.

By car

Olomouc is an important road junction.

Communication

The city center of Olomouc is best explored on foot. Its historic center is charming and offers many opportunities for pleasant walks.

Public transport is cheap and easy to use. Ticket machines stand at every major bus and tram stop, and tickets are also available from newspaper kiosks. A single ticket costs 14 CZK. Look city ​​line map and online timetable.

The Integrated Transport System of the Olomouc Region (IDSOK) provides an extensive network of local trains (Os and Sp category) and buses throughout the region. The Olomouc region is divided into zones, and the ticket price depends on the number of zones crossed. Zone 71 (city of Olomouc) has a special tariff as described above.

Taxis gather in the parking lot in front of the train station, and from there you can get to the center for 100-150 CZK. The toll-free number is 420 800 223 030.

Worth seeing

Olomouc is a visitor's paradise. A good place to start is the main square (Horní náměstí or "Upper Square"), with its huge town hall and the Holy Trinity Column (the largest column in Europe), which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. It is the second largest historical square in the Czech Republic. Don't miss the Astronomical Clock in the town hall. It is said to once rivaled the beauty of the Prague clock, but was badly damaged in World War II and then rebuilt and repainted at the beginning of the communist regime to reflect workers' values.

Upper Square

1 Upper Square (Horní náměstí) is the main square of Olomouc, a beautiful place full of history where you can find some of the most important monuments:

• Baroque Holy Trinity column was built at the beginning of the 18th century and consecrated by Empress Maria Teresa in 1754. 35 meters high, it dominates the Upper Market Square (Horní náměstí) and was included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List in 2000. The column contains sculptures of the Holy Trinity, the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, all twelve apostles, three virtues and the most important saints of the Baroque period. The base of the column contains a small chapel with amazing acoustics and the raised pedestal is a very pleasant place to sit and eat lunch. It is one of the traditional meeting points in the city.
• Renaissance town hall in Olomouc occupies the center of the main square (Horní náměstí). Its halls and chapel are available for guided tours and you can climb the tower every day at 11:00 and 15:00. On the ground floor of the town hall there is a gallery, restaurant and tourist information office. Ask at the office if you are interested in the guided tour and tower climbing. In the north there is one of only two astronomical clocks in the country. On the west side is the 1945 Hygieia Fountain, one of the many fountains in the city.
• Astronomical clock it was built in the 15th century, but its present appearance dates back to the 1950s, during a renovation to repair the damage done during the second world war. Czechoslovakia was then under communist rule, and the clock reflects the values ​​of the day, and the saints and angels are replaced by scientists, athletes and workers. At noon, the clock has a presentation that is unique to its structure and design. There is another astronomical clock in the Czech lands (in another old capital, Prague), but as a surviving example of socialist realism, the Olomouc astronomical clock is unique in the world. This is another popular meeting point in the city.
• Baroque Caesar's fountain is the largest fountain in Olomouc. It depicts the legendary founder of the city, Gaius Julius Caesar, riding a horse. It is one of the six magnificent baroque-themed fountains that can be found in the city.
• Baroque Hercules Fountain depicts Hercules fighting Hydra. Another in a series of six great baroque-themed fountains that can be found in the city.
• Modern Arion Fountain depicts the legend of a poet thrown overboard and saved by a dolphin. It has been specially designed to allow easy access to water and is a favorite among children.
• Bronze model of the city.

Churches and monasteries

• 2 St. Wenceslas (Katedrála sv. Václava), Václavské náměstí. Open daily with variable times, usually 07:00 - 17:00. During the tourist season (from the end of April to the end of September), it is possible to organize guided tours, also in English. The 1,000-year-old cathedral dominates the city skyline with the tallest tower in Moravia (the second tallest in the Czech Republic). Pope John Paul II and Mother Teresa visited the cathedral, and inside are the holy relics of St. Jan Sarkander. CZK 500 for a guided tour in English / group.
• 3 St. Moritz (Kostel sv. Mořice), 8. května. Daily Mar 09: 00-16: 30, Apr - Jun 09: 00-18: 00, Jul - Aug 09: 00-19: 00, Sep - Oct 09: 00-18: 00, Nov 09: 00-16: thirty. A beautifully preserved Gothic church from 1398. One of its attractions is the huge Engler organ, one of the largest in Europe. The organ is the main theme of the international music festival in September / October and the Christmas music festival each year. The church tower offers a wonderful 360 degree view of the city and the surrounding area and is accessed by graceful double spiral stairs. 20 CZK / 10 CZK (entrance to the tower).
• 4 St. Michael (Kostel sv. Michal), Žerotínovo náměstí 1. 07: 00-18: 00 daily. The church seems quite simple from the outside. However, upon entering, most first-time visitors discover that their breath has been stolen. Inside is one of the most beautiful baroque churches in Central Europe. One notable feature is the image of an apparently pregnant Virgin, quite rare in the Catholic Church. You can also enter the old monastery which is on the side of the church and climb the bell tower.
• 5 Minor Basilica on the Holy Mountain (Svatý Kopeček). The church is open daily from 08:30 to 17:00, closed in the afternoon. It is one of the most popular pilgrimage churches in Central Europe and was honored by Pope John Paul II. The best way to get there is by bus number 11 to Svatý Kopeček from stand "E" in front of the train station. Buses leave every 10-15 minutes and the journey takes 18 minutes.
• 6 Hradisko Monastery, Sušilovo náměstí (buses no.15, 20, 21 - Klášterní Hradisko bus stop), ☎ 420 973 407 208, e-mail: [email protected]. From April to September, every first Saturday of the month: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00; Every working Thu: 14:00 and 15:00. Hradisko is the oldest monastery in Moravia and its location on the banks of the Morava River, right in front of the Orthodox Church, makes it a pleasant 20-minute walk from the cathedral end of the city. The monastery building belonged to the army, since the monastic order was banned by Emperor Joseph II in 1784. It is now used as a hospital and is open to visitors as part of guided tours. CZK 80 / CZK 40.

Palaces

• 7 Archbishop's Palace (The Archbishop's Palace), Wurmova 9, ☎ 420 587 405 421 (reservations), e-mail: [email protected]. April, October: Mon - Fri with prior reservation, weekends and public holidays 10: 00-17: 00; May to September: Thu-Sun 10: 00-17: 00; November - March: Mon - Fri after previous booking. The official seat of the Olomouc bishops and archbishops. It was in this building that on December 2, 1848, Franz Joseph ascended the throne of the Austro-Hungarian Empire of the Habsburgs. CZK 60 / CZK 30.
• 8 Przemyslid Palace (also known as the Romanesque Bishop's Palace, Přemyslovský palác, Zdíkův palác), Václavské nám. 4, e-mail: [email protected]. Thu-Sun 10: 00-18: 00. The building has recently undergone a major renovation and now houses the extensive archdiocese museum. The building is the oldest in Olomouc and much of the original stonework has been exposed. On the upper floors, the main attraction is the round chapel of St. Barbara. Admission is free every Sunday and the first Wednesday of the month on several public holidays. The museum is closed on Mondays. 70 CZK / 35 CZK.

Museums and galleries

• 9 Museum of Modern Art (The Modern Museum), Denisova 47, ☎ 420 585 514 111, e-mail: [email protected]. Tue-Sun 10: 00-18: 00. The Museum of Modern Art is a light gray Art Nouveau building opposite the Baroque Church of Our Lady of the Snow. The permanent collection is fine, but the temporary exhibitions are often very interesting and well worth the admission fees (free on Sundays). There is a small lookout tower at the top, which is included in the entrance fee to the museum. 70 CZK / 35 CZK.
• 10 Regional Museum in Olomouc (Vlastivědné Muzeum), náměstí Republiky 5, ☎ 420 585 515 111, e-mail: [email protected]. Apr-Sep Tue-Sun 09: 00-18: 00, Oct-Mar Tue-Sun 10: 00-17: 00. The museum is located in the former Clarisian Monastery on Náměstí Republiky (Republic Square). There is an ordinary collection of rocks and artifacts and an interesting exhibition of the flora and fauna of the region, but probably the best things to see are in the old part of Olomouc; woodcuts and prints from previous centuries, weapons, armor, traditional clothing and many original religious figures from older versions of the Astronomical Clock. The museum is closed every Monday. CZK 60 / CZK 30
• Commercial art galleries Czech and Moravian artists produce a lot of very unusual ceramic / ceramic items and small works of art that make great original souvenirs or gifts, and there are several shops / galleries filled with them in Olomouc. Some of the best are on Ztracena Ulice, which leads from the square with Caesar's Fountain. Next to Cafe Caesar, the Cezar Gallery is located in the town hall building. It almost always shows contemporary art from local Olomouc or Czech artists. The Mona Lisa Gallery (also a cafe), on the corner of the square near the Arion Fountain (Turtle Fountain), is a similar exhibition space dedicated to contemporary art. In the beautiful Primavesi villa, right next to the Church of St. Michael, there is another small gallery worth visiting, if only to walk through the entrance hall of this historic house. On the top floor of the local art museum there is a small exhibition about Villa Primavesi, its history and role in the Art Nouveau movement.

Fountains

• Baroque fountains. The pristine series of six stone baroque fountains is just a short walk from the main square. They are based on Roman motifs and depict Neptune, Jupiter (both in Dolní náměstí), Mercury (near the Prior store), Triton (in Náměstí republiky), Hercules and the legendary founder of Olomouc, Julius Caesar (both in Horní náměstí, main square) . There are also two baroque fountains that have been damaged and have lost their central statues, the Saturn Fountain in the Hradisko Monastery and the Dolphin Fountain near the Church of Our Lady. The missing baby dolphin statue on the last fountain was replaced with a lion's head.
• Modern fountains. There are also some remarkable modern fountains in Olomouc. The Arion Fountain in the main square (Horní náměstí) depicts the legend of a poet thrown overboard and saved by a dolphin. It has been specially designed to allow easy access to water and is a favorite among children. The Hygieia Fountain is located nearby in the west wall of the town hall. The Bronze Living Water Fountain is located next to the Chapel of St. Sarkandra. There are two fountains near the main train station, one of which dances along with recorded classical music.

Parks and gardens

• 1 Zoo Darwinova 29, ☎ 420 585 151 601, e-mail: [email protected]. Open daily: October to February 09:00 - 16:00, March to September 09:00 - 17:00 April to August 09:00 - 18:00 (opening hours at the ticket office; guests must leave 2 hours after ticket counter is closed at the latest). It is also worth visiting the ZOO on Święta Góra. It is located near the basilica. There are pointers from the basilica to the zoo or ask the locals for directions. You can also take the 11 bus to the terminus. The zoo is located in forests rich in edible mushrooms suitable for pleasant walks. CZK 80 / CZK 50.
• 2 Bezručovy Sady (Bezruč gardens) is a beautiful park that runs between the mighty walls of the fortress and the mill canal, providing a great place to walk and relax, as well as nice views of the university and the church of St. Michael.
• 3 Botanical Gardens, ☎ 420 585 225 566, e-mail: [email protected]. Apr-Oct Tue-Sun 09: 30–18: 00. The botanical gardens consist of two parts; the exhibits and rose gardens are located across the stream from the Bezruč gardens. 50 CZK / 30 CZK
• 4 greenhouses it is located behind the Flora exhibition complex; near where the footbridge crosses the main road to link the two parks together. The main tropical greenhouse also houses large aquariums and terrariums with an array of alligators, snakes, piranhas, and large hairy spiders.

Another

• University it is scattered all over the city, but the most interesting places for visitors are between the main square and St. Wenceslas. The Fine Arts Department has a sun terrace with a café overlooking the city walls from above. Also of note is the law campus on November 17, former headquarters of the Communist Party.
• City walls it is a series of defensive fortifications and moats. The best-preserved parts are visible from the Bezruč gardens, below the church of St. Michael. Water barracks were also part of the system, where today there are Russian and Irish pubs and a 24-hour espresso bar. There were also sixteen remote forts, some of which still exist. Most are still military and inaccessible to the public, but one is home to the "disco exit" and the other is inside the botanical gardens. Enter through the mill channel from the Bezruč gardens, via a footbridge guarded by four statues of Hercules.

make

• Theater (Moravské divadlo Olomouc), Horní nám. 22, ☎ 420 585 500 500, e-mail: [email protected]. The theater in the square is home to the Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, as well as numerous musicals, operas and plays. The price of tickets is difficult to estimate. Be warned that the dialogue will usually be in Czech or in the original language. From 130 CZK.
• Ice Hockey Stadium, Hynaisova 9a. The hockey stadium is on Hynaisova, behind the supermarket. Olomouc is more football than hockey, but ice hockey is a great sport for spectators, a real slice of local life and probably the best two-hour entertainment for 50 CZK.
• Letní Kino (summer cinema) is only open in the warmer months and shows films four nights a week, starting when it gets dark enough. Entrance from Pekarska side. Ul. You can't see the cinema from the street but it's the same entrance as the mini golf and you will pass a large beer garden in front of the cinema entrance. The cinema is an amphitheater that can seat 3,000 people. This can be seen quite well in the city model in the main square.

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Gastronomy

The traditional cuisine of Olomouc and the Haná area is an excellent example of Czech cuisine. In addition to the more popular Czech dishes, it contains some unique local specialties. One of the area's most famous culinary products is local cheese Olomoucké tvarůžky (also called Olomoucké syrečky). It is a traditional (since the 15th century) Czech soft ripened cheese with a very low fat content, pungent taste and strong aroma. The cheese is named after the city of Olomouc, but is produced in Loštice, a small town about 30 km away. Although cheese is widely available in stores across the country (and often eaten raw, usually with beer), you must visit the Haná region to find cheese-based dishes on the restaurant's menu. For example, cheese can be used as a filling in the local Cordon Bleu variety or it can be served fried. Foods containing this cheese can usually be recognized by the name Loštické. Due to the strong smell, do not be surprised to find some mint sweets (Hašlerka) on your plate.

Garlic soup (česnečka) is available throughout the country. The garlic soup from the Haná region (Hanácká česnečka) is one of the best varieties and is usually very strong. If olomoucké tvarůžky is added, the soup is called Loštická česnečka. Due to the combined power of garlic and strong mature cheese, it is not recommended if you plan to kiss someone in the evening. Garlic, on the other hand, is very healthy and you should get some česnečka if you have a cold or a sore throat.

Hanácký koláč is the typical sweet cake of the region.

Restaurants

There are dozens of excellent restaurants in the city, most of them offering English menus. Local favorites are Cafe Caesar, which is located in the Renaissance town hall building in the main square. Hanacka Hospoda and U Kasny are more traditional Moravian restaurants and are located in the lower square nearby. On Marianska Ul. there is Svatovaclavsky Pivovar, which is a non-smoking mini-brewery with indoor and outdoor seating and an extensive menu of local specialties.

• 1 Moravska Restaurace, Horní náměstí 23, ☎ 420 585 222 868, e-mail: [email protected]. 11: 30-23: 00. Serving traditional dishes of the region as well as international dishes. An example from the menu is "A quarter of roasted duck, red cabbage with apple, bread and potato dumplings with onion" for 240 CZK. No smoking.
• 2 At Anděl's, Hrnčířská 10, ☎ 420 585 228 755, e-mail: [email protected]. Sun-Thu 11: 00-22: 00, Fri-Sat 11: 00-23: 00. One of the best restaurants in Olomouc. The menu and wine list are extensive, and the restaurant's rear rooms overlook the top of the city walls throughout the park. The interior is decorated with many interesting antiques and hundreds of potted plants. An example from the menu is "Dinosaur Steak", which is a chicken fillet on a pork chop on a beef steak for 169 CZK.
• 3 Green Bar, Ztracená 3, ☎ 420 777 749 285, e-mail: [email protected]. Mon-Fri 10: 00-17: 00. Vegetarian lunch canteen, just a few steps from the main square along Ztracena Ul. It's self-service, and food costs the same - 21 CZK / 100g. Just load your plate and pass it to the girl at the checkout, she will weigh and tell you how much you owe. The food is good, the price is a bargain and it's the best vegetarian option in Olomouc.
• 4 Pizza at Jana, Karla Farského 7, ☎ 420 585 315 192.11: 00-22: 45 daily. It is a bit far from the center, next to the bus station, but serves some of the best food in the city, especially the steaks. Lunch menu 95 Kč.
• 5 Alley, Michalské stromořadí 5, ☎ 420 585 502 999, e-mail: [email protected]. The interior is stylish, our friendly helpers will certainly help you choose meals and drinks. We wish you an unforgettable culinary experience. Lunch specials, including soup from 90 CZK.
• 6 Sushi Bar (southern corner of the lower square, next to the Church of Virgin Mary), ☎ 420 602 964 444. 11: 00-23: 00. A place for great sushi, a bit pricey compared to other restaurants but worth it with a quiet and friendly atmosphere.
• 7 At Limpou, Dolní nám. 43, ☎ 420 583 035 322.11: 00-23: 00 (food served until 21:30). A wide selection of beers and Moravian dishes. The restaurant is located in a cozy, rustic cellar and has ample space for dining al fresco. CZK 24 (beer) - CZK 300 (meal and drinks).

Drinks

Mineral water

Hanácká kyselka is a famous natural mineral water of the region. It is healthy and has a refreshing taste. It's a good choice if you don't want to drink alcohol.

Wine

Wine is the driving force of Moravia. Check out the "vinarna" (wine cellar) or "Vinný sklep" (wine cellar) and you will see a wide variety of wines from this region. Most of the vineyards are located in South Moravia, but the drinking capacity of North Moravia is not affected. You can buy good Moravian wine for a picnic from a vinny shop in plastic bottles that you will bring yourself or find there.

If someone told you that Moravian wine is worse than French or Italian wine, don't believe them. The taste and aroma of Moravian wines differ from their Western European cousins ​​because they are made from completely different grape varieties. Svatovavrinecké is a strong, dry red wine, Modrý Portugal is medium dry and Frankovka is a sweeter red wine. Good white wines are Muller Thurgau and Veletinské.

Beer

The best beer in Olomouc is available in one of the microbreweries that produce their own beer on site.

• St. Wenceslas (Svatovaclavsky pivovar), Mariánská 4, ☎ 420 585 207 517, e-mail: [email protected]. Mon, Tue 09: 00-23: 00, Wed-Fri 09: 00-24: 00, Sat 11: 0-24: 00, Sun 11: 00-22: 00. A large microbrewery serving five infusions, including wheat and fruit-flavored beers. The new location is completely non-smoking and has an outdoor area. There is an old fallout shelter in the basement, which the owners plan to renovate to offer health resorts in oak vats of dark beer, scented with a special mixture of herbs. The food is very good and the lunch menu starts at Kč85.
• Moritz, Nešverova 2, ☎ 420 585 205 560, e-mail: [email protected]. Totally non-smoking microbrewery, impeccably decorated in the style of the early 20th century. Large internal windows allow patrons a view of the brewhouse. Lunch menu from 85 CZK.

Bars

• Vertigo (Studentský klub Vertigo), Univerzitní 6, ☎ 420 777 059 150, e-mail: [email protected]. Mon-Thu 13: 00-02: 00, Fri-Sun 16: 00-02: 00. Vertigo is a great underground bar, full of local and international students, and pokes fun at the cave paintings on the wall. This is a good place to meet people as you almost always have to share a table.
• Jazz Club Tibet, Sokolská 48, ☎ 420 585 230 399, e-mail: [email protected]. Mon-Fri 11: 00–01: 00, 18: 00–01: 00. The club has a regular program of concerts. Everything from jazz to blues, from funk to reggae.
• 9a Bar and Boulder, 1. máje 878/44, ☎ 420 736 411 227. Mon-Thu 12: 00-01: 00, Fri-Sun 15: 00-01: 00. 9a is an immaculate bar, popular with students and climbers. There is a climbing wall in one of the rear rooms.
• Rasputin, Mlýnská 952/2, ☎ 420 608 756 723. Mon-Thu 14: 00-01: 00, Fri 14: 00-03: 00, Sat 17: 00-03: 00, Sun 17: 00-00: 00. Rasputin is a Russian-style bar in the Water Barracks, a long low brick building next to Liberty Avenue (Tr. Svobody) that was once part of the city walls.
• Belmondo Club, Mlýnská 938/4, ☎ 420 777 799 607, e-mail: [email protected]. Wed, Fri, Sat 22: 00-05: 00. Belmondo is one of the better places to dance in the center. Also in the water barracks there is a security fee only on Friday and Saturday evenings. Regular and visiting DJs
• The 15 Minute Club, Komenského 31, ☎ 420 581 045 665. Usually Mon-Sat (check the program on Facebook). 15 Minutes moved from the original location in the university library to Komenského ul. 31, riverside location opposite the church. It remains one of the best live music venues in the city.

Cafes

• Café Restaurant Caesar, Horní náměstí, ☎ 420 585 229 287, e-mail: [email protected]. Mon-Wed 10: 00-22: 00, Thu-Sat 10: 00-23: 00, Sun 11: 00-20: 00. The place is named after the legendary founder of the city, serves pizza and pasta, and is located on the ground floor of the town hall. In summer they have a large outdoor area right on the main square which is perfect for a mild summer evening. Lunch menu 90 CZK.
• Kavárna Opera (Caffe Opera), Horní náměstí 21, ☎ 420 724 486 192, e-mail: [email protected]. Mon-Sat 08: 00-23: 00, Sun 10: 00-21: 00. Opera is another good restaurant serving Italian cuisine. It is also located in the main square. Lunch menu 100 CZK.
• Cafe 87, Denisova 47, ☎ 420 724 211 009, e-mail: [email protected]. The cafe is famous for its excellent chocolate cakes (42 CZK). In the morning they also serve excellent English-style breakfasts (60 CZK). It is located in the same building as the contemporary art museum.

Parties

• Flora Olomouc In spring, the Flora fairgrounds and the nearby flower parks are not to be missed. Information about exhibitions is available at Flora website (only in Czech).
• Academia Film is an international documentary film festival in April. Most of the venues are close to the university's fine arts department and some are shown outside on a screen in the main square.
• Olomouc by Dvořak is a series of classical music concerts held in May and June. The Moravian Philharmonic and visiting orchestras play in the square and in churches.
• Song Festival in June, he gathers choirs from Singapore and the United States to perform and compete. Choirs often break out spontaneously in singing as they walk along the streets and squares together, and the time spent in Olomouc is wonderful.
• Olomouc City Festival in June there are ten days of concerts, theater shows, sculptures and ceramics, a battle with whipped cream and at least two lamp processions.
• International Festival of Organ Music It is organized by the Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra and takes place at various locations around the city, including the largest pipe organ in Central Europe - the Church of St Moritz in September.
• Film animation festival The four-day festival of film animation and contemporary art is held annually in December at several locations in Olomouc.
• Traditional Christmas markets take over the main square from the beginning of December. Every day there are free concerts, roasted chestnuts, mulled wine and other warming dishes, and traditional crafts - from the smithy to the finest beeswax and honey products.

Accommodation

You can find really cheap student accommodation in the outer district of Neredin, between the airport and the cemetery. There are always some free rooms. Niestety nie ma zbyt wielu informacji w języku angielskim na temat akademików, ale biuro informacji turystycznej powinno być w stanie pomóc.

W mieście jest kilka hoteli; Hotel Flora, Hotel Lafayette, Hotel Sigma i Hotel Gemo istnieją od lat, a Alley Business Hotel jest nowym obiektem.

• Hostel Poets' Corner, Sokolská 1, ☎ 420 775 500 730. Hostel Poets' Corner na Sokolskiej oferuje najlepsze łóżka w centrum Ołomuńca. Niezależny hostel, który otrzymuje stale wysokie recenzje, jest otwarty przez cały rok i może być zarezerwowany na jednej z głównych stron rezerwacji lub bezpośrednio u nich. Łóżka wieloosobowe 300 Kč.
• Best Hotel Garni (dawniej Penzion Best), Na Střelnici 48 (naprzeciwko stadionu piłkarskiego), ☎ 420 604 123 661, e-mail: [email protected]. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 11:00. Bardzo podstawowe wyposażenie, brak wentylatora okiennego lub wyciągowego w toalecie, brak telewizora pomimo reklamowania. Niektóre „pokoje dwuosobowe” składają się z dwóch pojedynczych łóżek oddalonych od siebie o około 4 metry. Wi-Fi jest za dodatkową opłatą i wymaga pełnej zapłaty przed wydaniem klucza. Najlepszym punktem sprzedaży może być jego lokalizacja. Pokój jednoosobowy od 720 Kč, pokój dwuosobowy lub typu twin od 1120 Kč, śniadanie 90 Kč.
• Akademiki studenckie (Rail), Šmeralova 12 (administracja) (okolice miasta), ☎ 420 777 000 202, e-mail: [email protected]. Poza semestrami akademiki studenckie Uniwersytetu Ołomunieckiego służą jako baza noclegowa dla turystów. Stawki są raczej niskie, a pieniądze uzyskane z wynajmu łóżek przynoszą korzyści studentom. Są blisko uniwersytetu, a więc także blisko historycznego centrum miasta. Pokoje są dla 2-3 osób lub więcej, ale mogą być również wynajmowane jako pokoje jednoosobowe (po wyższej cenie). Pokoje wieloosobowe obejmują również jadalnię, pralnię, siłownię, a recepcja służy również kioskowi.
• Hotel Alley (Business hotel Alley), Michalske stromoradi 5, ☎ 420 585 502 999. Zameldowanie: 14:00, wymeldowanie: 10:00. W sercu zabytkowego centrum miasta, w spokojnym otoczeniu parków miejskich. 2170 Kč.
• NH Olomouc Congress, Legionářská 21, ☎ 420 585 575 111. Zameldowanie: 15:00, wymeldowanie: 12:00. Krótki spacer od centrum miasta. Pokoje od 3100 Kč.

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• Kawiarnia Opera na głównym placu (Horní náměstí) i prawdopodobnie inne restauracje oferują dostęp do wifi. Zapytaj kelnera o hasło.
• Internet u Dominika to kawiarenka internetowa na północ od centrum miasta, przy ulicy Sokolská 12 (w pobliżu schroniska Poets 'Corner). Dostępne jest drukowanie (zarówno czarno-białe, jak i zdjęcia) oraz czytniki kart.

Sieć komórkowa (GSM / GPRS) obejmuje całe miasto. Jeśli przyjeżdżasz z kraju innego niż GSM (np. Ameryka Północna), sprawdź swój telefon komórkowy pod kątem kompatybilności z GSM.

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Ołomuniec jest idealną bazą wypadową na jednodniowe wycieczki do morawskiej wsi. W ciągu godziny jazdy samochodem, autobusem, pociągiem lub rowerem znajdują się zamki, kompleksy jaskiń, rezerwaty przyrody i dobrze zachowane historyczne miasta, w tym niektóre z listy światowego dziedzictwa UNESCO.

Miłym sposobem na zwiedzanie regionu Ołomuńca jest rower. Możesz wypożyczyć rower na Dworcu Głównym za 150 Kč / dzień i podążać jedną z wielu dobrze oznakowanych ścieżek rowerowych. Szczególnie dobry czas do odwiedzenia to wiosna, kiedy wszędzie są dywany z białych kwiatów; a jesienią, kiedy zaczynają się zmieniać brzozy, lipy, jesiony, dęby i klony. Mapy tras rowerowych dostępne są w informacjach turystycznych, punktach informacyjnych i księgarniach.

Najbliżej Ołomuńca i Svatý Kopeček (Święta Góra), rezerwat przyrody Litovelské Pomoraví i otwory do pływania w Poděbrady i Výkleky.

• Svatý Kopeček to wzgórze wznoszące się na wschód od Ołomuńca. Jeśli przyjedziesz pociągiem z Pragi, będziesz miał dobry widok na budynek w pobliżu jego szczytu, którym jest Bazylika Nawiedzenia Najświętszej Maryi Panny. Otoczone lasem za bazyliką jest Ołomunieckie zoo, które jest cenione za pracę z ponad 50 zagrożonymi gatunkami, w tym żyrafy Rotszylda.
• Park przyrody Litovelské Pomoraví rozciąga się od Ołomuńca do miasta Litovel, 18 km wzdłuż rzeki Morawy. Szlaki piesze i rowerowe biegnące przez płaskie równiny zalewowe i przez lasy są popularne wśród mieszkańców i nadają się na wycieczki z małymi dziećmi. W pobliżu U Tri Mostu (8 km od Ołomuńca) znajduje się polana z ranczem jeździeckim i restauracją Lovecká Chata.
• Poděbrady to dawny kamieniołom żwiru, który został zalany świeżą wodą, aby stworzyć najwygodniejsze naturalne kąpielisko w Ołomuńcu. Tuż na skraju Litovelské Pomoraví jest połączony z miastem pieszymi i rowerowymi ścieżkami lub miejskim autobusem nr 18, który zatrzymuje się na pobliskim poboczu.
• Pływanie w Výkleky Piękniejszym miejscem do pływania jest stary kamieniołom w Výkleky, 18 km na wschód od Ołomuńca. Trasa rowerowa jest nieco skomplikowana, ale autobusy do Lipníka zatrzymują się na Velký Ujezd, 20 minut spacerem od Výkleky.

Zamki, jaskinie i historyczne miasta znajdują się dalej i będą wymagać pojazdu lub korzystania z transportu publicznego.

• Zamek Bouzov (38 km na zachód od Ołomuńca) stał na wzgórzu przez prawie 700 lat, ale jego obecny wygląd pochodzi z przebudowy na przełomie XX i XXI wieku. Jest to popularne miejsce do kręcenia bajek i stanowi dobrą wycieczkę z Ołomuńca, zwłaszcza w połączeniu z pobliskimi jaskiniami Javořicko.
• Jaskinie Javořicko odkryto w latach 30-tych XX wieku, a prawie 800 m jest dostępne dla publiczności wzdłuż betonowych ścieżek i stalowych schodów. Nie jest potrzebna żadna specjalna odzież ani sprzęt - może tylko lekka kurtka.
• Zamek Helfštýn (35 km na wschód od Ołomuńca) jest jednym z największych ruin zamku w Europie Środkowej i latem organizuje wiele imprez kulturalnych, w tym Hefaiston; Międzynarodowe Seminarium i Festiwal Kowali.
• Kromieryż (35 km na południe od Ołomuńca wzdłuż rzeki Morawy) znajduje się na liście światowego dziedzictwa UNESCO ze względu na niezwykły barokowy zamek i formalne ogrody kwiatowe. Pałac był miejscem, w którym nagradzany był akademik Miloš Forman Amadeus i mieści niektóre z najcenniejszych dzieł sztuki w Republice Czeskiej.
• Litomyšl (80 km od Ołomuńca) jest jednym z najpiękniejszych miasteczek w Republice Czeskiej i wpisany na Listę Światowego Dziedzictwa UNESCO. Zamek pokryty jest niesamowicie skomplikowanymi dekoracjami gipsowymi sgraffito i ma jeden z zaledwie pięciu barokowych teatrów na świecie. Autobusy z Ołomuńca do Hradca Králové zatrzymują się w Litomyšlu lub można dojechać pociągiem do Českiej Třebovej i stamtąd przesiąść się na lokalny autobus.