Top Experiences in Konopiste Castle (Konopiste Chateau)

PRIVATE DAY TRIP UP TO 19 PEOPLE

This day trip offers a unique blend of history, architecture, and natural beauty. What sets this journey apart is the opportunity to explore two distinct architectural styles within a day, as Konopiste Castle showcases elements of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque design, while Cesky Sternberk Castle exudes a medieval and Renaissance charm. This architectural diversity allows visitors to appreciate the evolution of Czech design and immerse themselves in centuries of history, from the aristocratic opulence of Konopiště to the enduring noble heritage of Český Šternberk.

You'll not only get a cultural exploration of Czech heritage, but also a serene retreat into nature, making it a unique and well-rounded experience for visitors seeking a departure from Prague's lively streets.

1 day scooter tour of Czech castles according to an intensive program of the eastern territory of the republic.

You will see ancient monuments of Czech history of the Middle Ages and recent centuries.

The unusual romantic atmosphere of these places will amaze you, and traveling on a scooter will not be boring.

Thirty years before his assassination in Sarajevo, Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand bought the ancient Konopiste Castle, whose roots go as far back as the 13th century, and turned it into an extravagant residence worthy of a man in his position. The interiors of the castle serve as a reminder of the fascinating life of Franz Ferdinand, one of the wealthiest men of his era and a passionate hunter, and his beautiful wife Sophia Chotek, a Czech countess who proved that love can overcome an unequal beginning. Konopiste Castle offers an insight into the lifestyle of Europe‘s nobility, as well as the opportunity to view an extraordinary collection of hunting trophies, art and weapons.

The entrance fees to Konopiste castle are included.

Please note that Konopiště Castle is closed on Monday!

Please note that outside guides cannot guide in the interiors of state-owned castles, including Konopiste. Our guide will buy you a ticket for a group tour inside the castle.

Private day trip to medieval gem - Cesky Krumlov (UNESCO) with 700 years old chateau, picturesque houses, taverns and unique atmosphere. Enjoy this amazingly well preserved place on a comfortable private day trip with lunch and castle tour admission included. On the way you can visit famous original Budweiser Budvar brewery or charming Hluboka chateau in neo-ghotic (Tudor's ghotic) style (optional stops).

See one of the gems of Central Europe on this private tour to Český Krumlov from Prague. Learn about the history of this medieval, castle-topped town during the 2.5-hour drive from Prague and even stop by the town of Česke Budejovice, home of the original Budweiser beer. Then stroll around Český Krumlov, an enchanting small town of 14,000 denizens that boasts hilly and winding cobblestone streets, rustic pubs and restaurants, and enough history to keep even the most history-hardened traveler entertained. Because this is a private tour, feel free to customize it to your liking. Entrance fee to Cesky Krumlov castle is included.
Note: Cesky Krumlov Castle is closed on Mondays.
Please note that outside guides cannot guide in the interiors of state-owned castles, including Cesky Krumlov. Our guide will buy you a ticket for a group tour inside the castle.

Your local guide will collect you from your accommodation in Prague for a full day excursion to Karlstejn and Konopiste Castles in a private vehicle.

Enjoy private return day trip from Prague and visit two from most visited castles in the Czech Republic - the Castle of Hluboka and Konopiště.
Hluboká Castle is a National Cultural Monument of the Czech Republic and in Top 5 most visited castles in the Czech Republic. The castle has been used in a scene of the movie Shanghai Knights. The castle has also been used as a location for the Eastern Coven in the movie Underworld: Blood Wars

Konopiště has been open to the public since 1971. Visitors can observe the residential rooms of Franz Ferdinand, who was also an enthusiastic hunter,a large collection of antlers, the "Obizzi-Este collection" (the third largest European collection of armoury and medieval weapons from Castello del Catajo, Padua, Italy), a shooting hall with moving targets,and a garden with Italian Renaissance statues and greenhouses.

Pick up / drop off at your hotel included.

You will either have complimentary 5 hours of free time for visiting this two amazing castles.

This 5-hour private half-day trip from Prague will take you to Konopiste Chateau, one of the major sights in the neighborhood of Prague. Originally a Gothic Castle in French style, founded afound 1300, it was re-built in the first half of the 16th century into a chateau. After 1889 it became seat of Franz Ferdinand d´Este, the Hapsburg Crown Prince, who had Konopiste modified to its present appearance.

Take our full-day private tour of Cesky Krumlov from Prague! Skip the hassle of public transport on this private guided tour from Prague to Český Krumlov, exclusively for you and your party. Get picked up from your Prague hotel and head into southern Bohemia, making a stop in Česke Budejovice, home of the original Budweiser beer, before arriving in Český Krumlov. Feel free to customize the tour to your preferences as you explore the hilly cobblestoned streets of the town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with your guide.

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Discover the charms of the Konopiste Castle and Garden, the last residence of the Archduke Franz Ferdinand. Explore the castle interiors with a Licensed Guide and see antique furniture, artwork, hunting trophies, guns and weapons and more.

Highlights are such as:
- Enjoy a tour of the Konopiste Castle led by a 5-Star Licensed Guide
- See original castle interiors featuring collections of art and armoury
- Learn about the castle's noble residents like Franz Ferdinand of Austria
- Enjoy the beautiful flowers and wild animals in the castle gardens
- Take advantage of private transport from Prague

Join us on a half-day trip from Prague to Konopiste Castle, a National Cultural Monument in the heart of Bohemia. For your comfort, we offer skip-the-line tickets and a private transport with a pickup and drop-off directly at your Prague accommodation. Explore nooks and crannies of Konopiste Castle with an Expert Guide and immerse yourself in Czech history and heritage!