Karlstejn Castle Half-Day Guided Tour from Prague

Sightseeing  :  Czech Republic  :  Hlavní Město Praha  :  Prague  :  Day Trips

Discover a symbol of Czech history and visit in 4 hours one of the world's most visited castles.Set out for the most-visited castle in the Czech Republic and discover the treasures it has hidden for centuries! Karlštejn was founded by Charles IV in the 14th century. Karlstejn served as a place for safekeeping the Empire coronation jewels, holy relics and other royal treasures. The very impressive layout of the castle buildings from the settlement outside the castle walls right up to the Imperial Palace and the towers rising over it will captivate you with their ingenuity. Castle is located about 35 km southwest of Prague in the Karlštejn village, it is one of the most famous and heavily visited castles in the Czech Republic. After climbing the hill on which it stands, this Gothic gem will impress you with its monumental architecture. Includes an hour long tour of the interior with a local guide.