Karlovy Vary Unmissables

Karlovy Vary is defined by its thermal springs, elegant colonnades and spa houses clustered along the Teplá river. The town features several covered colonnades supplying mineral waters, historic bath buildings from the 18th–19th centuries, cliffside viewpoints and a network of walking routes and funiculars connecting promenades with hilltop observation points.

Hot Spring Colonnade

Covered colonnade surrounding the Vřídlo (Hot Spring) geyser; spring reaches high temperatures and discharges mineral water used for drinking cures.

Mill Colonnade

The Mill Colonnade is a large colonnade containing several hot springs in the spa town of Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic.

Market Colonnade

Covered market colonnade housing several mineral water taps and small shops along the spa promenades.

Vyhlídka Jelení skok

Hilltop viewpoint (Deer Leap) with panoramic views over the river valley and central colonnades.

Karlovy Vary

Main railway station serving Karlovy Vary with regional and intercity services connecting to Prague and surrounding towns.

Jan Becher

Museum dedicated to Jan Becher and the production of Becherovka bitter liqueur; includes guided tours and tastings.

Imperial Spa

Historic spa building (Císařské lázně) used for thermal treatments and spa programmes.

sv. Maří Magdaléna

Baroque Roman Catholic church dating from the 18th century, notable for its ornate interior and organ.

Svatošské skály

Sandstone rock formations along the Ohře (Eger) River; protected natural monument with local legends.

Diana Observation Tower

Late 19th-century observation tower accessed by funicular, offering wide views over Karlovy Vary and the Teplá valley.