Olomouc

9a Bar And Boulder

9a is a spotless bar that is popular with university students. And rockclimbers. There's a climbing wall in one of the back rooms.

Mon-Thu 12:00–01:00, Fri–Sun 15:00–01:00

Astronomical clock

It was constructed in the 15th century, but takes its present appearance from the 1950s, during a refurbishment to repair damage inflicted in World War II. Czechoslovakia was under Communist rule by then and the clock reflects the values of the day, the saints and angels being replaced by scientists, sportspeople and labourers. At noon the clock has a presentation that is unique to its structure and construction. There is one other astronomical clock in the Czech lands (in the other ancient capital, Prague), but as a surviving example of Socialist-Realism, the Olomouc Astronomical clock is unique world-wide. It is another popular rendezvous point in the city.

Basilica Minor on the Holy Hill

Svatý Kopeček

This is one of the most popular pilgrimage churches in Central Europe, and was honoured by Pope John Paul II.

08:30-17:00 daily, Mon afternoon closed

Belmondo club

Belmondo is one of the better places in the centre for dancing. Also in the water barracks, there's a cover charge only on Friday and Saturday nights. Regular and visiting DJ's

Wed Fri Sat 22:00–05:00

Botanic Gardens

The Botanical gardens are in two parts; the outdoor exhibits and rose gardens are across the stream from Bezruč gardens.

Apr-Oct: Tue-Sun 09:30–18:00·50 Kč / 30 Kč

Cafe 87

The café is famous for its excellent chocolate cakes (42 Kč). In the morning, they also serve excellent breakfasts in English style (60 Kč). It is in the same building as the museum of the modern art.

Café Restaurant Caesar

The place is named after the legendary founder of the city, serves pizza and pasta and is on the ground floor of the Town Hall. In summer they have a large outdoor area right on the main square, which is the perfect place to pass a gentle summer's evening.

Mon-Wed 10:00–22:00, Thu–Sat 10:00–23:00, Sun 11:00–20:00·Lunch menu 90 Kč

Galerie Moritz

Large four storey shopping mall hosting one of the biggest supermarkets in central Olomouc.

Daily 09:00 - 19:00 (Billa supermarket: 08:00 - 22:00)

Galerie Šantovka

An enormous mall in four stories on the bank of Mýnský potok. Pretty much any kind of shops and services can be found here; supermarkets, fast food places, post office, banks, and various small shops and kiosks. On the first and second floor there's a relaxation area with Persian carpets and a piano free to play.

Daily 09:00-21:00

Green Bar

A vegetarian lunch canteen, just a few paces from the main square along Ztracena Ul. It's self serve and the food all costs the same- 21 Kč/100 g. Just load your plate and pass it to the girl at the checkout, she'll weigh it and tell you how much you owe. The food's good, the price is a bargain, and it's Olomouc's best vegetarian option.

Mon-Fri 10:00-17:00

Hanacka Hospoda

Traditional Moravian restaurant, mostly meat dishes on the menu.

mains usually 150-250 Kč

Holy Trinity Column

was built in the early 1700s and consecrated by the Empress Marie Theresa in 1754. With a height of 35 metres, it has dominated the Upper Square (Horní náměstí) ever since and was added to the UNESCO list of World Cultural Heritage in the year 2000. The column features sculptures of the Holy Trinity (predictably), 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 nice place to sit and eat lunch. It is one of the traditional rendezvous points in the city.

Hradisko Monastery

Hradisko is the oldest monastery in Moravia and its location on the banks of the Morava river, just upstream from the orthodox church, makes it a pleasant 20-minute walk from the cathedral end of town. The monastery building has belonged to the military since the monastic order was banned by Emperor Joseph II in 1784. It is now used as a hospital and is open to the public within guided tours.

Apr-Sep every first Sat of the month: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00; Every working Thu: 14:00 and 15:00·80 Kč / 40 Kč

Ice Hockey stadium

The Ice Hockey stadium is on Hynaisova, behind the supermarket. Olomouc is more of a football than a hockey town, but ice hockey is a great spectator sport, a real piece of local life and probably the best two hours’ entertainment you will find for 50 Kč.

Jazz Club Tibet

The club has a regular program of concerts. Everything from Jazz to Blues to funk to reggae.

Mon–Fri 11:00–01:00, Sat 18:00–01:00

Kavárna Opera

Caffe Opera

Opera is another good restaurant serving Italian food. It is also located on the main square.

Mon-Sat 08:00–23:00, Sun 10:00–21:00·Lunch menu 100 Kč

Klub 15 Minut

15 Minut has moved from its original location in the university library, but remains one of the best live music venues in the city.

Usually Thu–Sat (check the programme on Facebook)

Metro Chill Out Club

A small dance club oriented around more underground styles of electronic dance music.

Wed Thu 20:00–03:00, Fri 20:00–05:00, Sat 21:00–04:00

Moravska Restaurace

Serving traditional food of the region, as well as international cuisine. An example from the menu is "Quarter of roast duck, red cabbage with apple, bread and potato dumplings with onion", for 240 Kč. Non-smoking.

Open now · closes 11 pm

Moritz

A completely non-smoking microbrewery, which is impeccably furnished in an early 20th-century style. Large internal windows allow patrons a view of the brewing room.

Lunch menu from 85 Kč

Museum of Modern Art

Muzeum moderního umění

Museum of Modern Art is the pale grey Art Nouveau building across from the baroque Lady Mary of the Snows church. The permanent collection is okay, but the temporary exhibitions are often very interesting and well worth the entrance fee. There’s a small lookout tower at the top which is included in the entry price of the museum.

Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00·70 Kč/ 35 Kč, Su free

Olomouc Zoological Garden

The zoo on the Holy Hill is also worth a visit. It is near the basilica. There are pointers from the basilica to the zoo or ask the locals for directions. You can also take the bus line 11 to the terminal station. The zoo is in woods abundant in edible mushrooms suitable for pleasant walks.

Open daily: Oct-Feb 09:00—16:00; Mar Sep 09:00—17:00; Apr-Aug 09:00—18:00 (ticket counter opening hours; the visitors must leave 2 hours after the ticket counter is closed at latest)·80 Kč / 50 Kč

Pod Limpou

Wide selection of beer and Moravian dishes. The restaurant is in a cosy, rustic basement and has a large space for outdoor dining.

11:00-23:00 (food served until 21:30)·24 Kč beer, 300 Kč meal and beverage

Rasputin

Rasputin is a Russian themed bar in the water barracks, the long low brick building beside Freedom avenue (Tr. Svobody) which was once part of the city walls.

Mon–Thu 14:00–01:00, Fri 14:00–03:00, Sat 17:00–03:00, Sun 17:00–00:00

Regional Museum in Olomouc

Vlastivědné Muzeum

The museum is housed in the former Clarisian convent on Náměstí Republiky (Republic Square). There are the usual collection of rocks and artifacts, and an interesting exhibit of the flora and fauna of the region, but probably the best things to see are in the old Olomouc section; woodcuts and prints from previous centuries, weapons, armour, traditional dress and many of the original religious figures from older versions of the astronomical clock.

Apr-Sep: Tue-Sun 09:00-18:00, Oct-Mar: Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00·60 Kč / 30 Kč

Restaurant Alley

The interior is stylish and the attendants will surely help you in choosing your meals and drinks. Lunch specials including soup from 90 Kč.

Restaurant Pizza U Jana

This is a little way out of the centre, past the Bus Station, but it serves some of the best food in the city, especially the steaks.

11:00-22:45 daily·Lunch menu 95 Kč

St Wenceslas Brewery

Svatovaclavsky pivovar

A large microbrewery serving five brews including wheat and fruit flavoured beers. The new location is completely non-smoking and has an outdoor area. In the cellar is an old nuclear fallout shelter that the proprietors plan to renovate to offer spas in oak vats of dark beer scented with a special mix of herbs. The food is very good and lunch menu start from 85 Kč.

Mon Tue 09:00-23:00, Wed-Fri 09:00-24:00, Sat 11:00–24:00, Sun 11:00–22:00

St. Michael's church

Kostel sv. Michala

The church appears quite plain from the outside. Upon entering, however, most first time visitors find their breath stolen away. Inside is one of the most beautiful baroque churches in Central Europe. One notable feature is a painting of an apparently pregnant Virgin Mary, quite rare in a Catholic church. It’s also possible to enter the old monastery attached to the side of the church and climb its bell tower.

07:00–18:00 daily

St. Moritz church

Kostel sv. Mořice

A beautifully preserved Gothic church dating from 1398. One of its highlights is the massive Engler organ, one of the largest in Europe. The organ is the focus of the international music festival in September/October and the Christmas Music festival every year. The tower of the church offers a magnificent 360-degree view over the city and countryside and is accessed via a graceful double-spiral staircase.

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 09:00–16:30·20 Kč / 10 Kč (entrance to the tower)