Hallstatt Itinerary: Our Travel Guide Blog And Budget Tips

by Emily | posted in: Austria | 0

Last updated on October 19th, 2024

Planning on a one-day Hallstatt itinerary? Located in Upper Austria, Hallstatt is a picture-perfect lakeside village with magnificent views and dubbed the “most beautiful lake town in the world”.

This Austria gem of quaint European town is no longer hidden away in the Salzkammergut region, thanks to the iconic scenery photo you see on the postcard. Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hallstatt is widely considered one of the most beautiful places to visit in Austria.

One day trip to Hallstatt can be a very wonderful experience, but be sure to read our travel guide before you go. Hallstatt used to be an idyllic charming town, but it is getting over-tourism with millions of visitors from all around the world.

Our visit to Hallstatt is still one of the most memorable journeys on our Central Europe trip. See how we avoid the crowd when we visited this fairy tale Austrian village. Keep reading on how to get to Hallstatt, the best thing to do and not to do, where to stay, what to eat, and money-saving tips at Hallstatt.

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How To Get To Hallstatt

Getting to Hallstatt is simple but also can be complicated depending on your departure location, money, and time concern.

Cheap public transportation makes it easy to travel from Salzburg, Vienna, and Cesky Krumlov to Hallstatt. However, both buses and trains required at least a one-time change unless self-driving.

The best part of taking the train is your traveling journey will be ended with the ferry ride across the Hallstätter See from the Hallstatt train station to Hallstatt Markt. This is the prime and best moment to snap your photo.

From Salzburg To Hallstatt

Salzburg is the most ideal place to plan a one-day itinerary in Hallstatt. It is the closest place to reach Hallstatt by bus or train from ÖBB and Westbahn. Getting to Hallstatt by bus is cheaper but taking the train might be a better option.

By Car: Easiest and most convenient option if you are on a road trip in Austria. Compare your car rental price at Rentalcars from Booking.com, the lowest price guarantee and reliable customer reputation. If you are driving, please note that visitors do not have access to the historic center of Hallstatt and are required to park at the desired car park. There are three parking areas within easy walking distance but limited.

By Bus: Board bus #150 from Salzburg bus station, Südtiroler Platz to Bad Ischl Bahnhof with 1.5 hours bus ride. After that, proceed to Hallstatt Gosaumühle via bus #542 and lastly board bus #543 to Hallstatt Lahn. Approximate 3 hours with a total fare of €14.6.

By Train: Transfer at Attnang-Puchheim is required before heading to Hallstatt. From Salzburg hbf to Attnang-Puchheim by Westbahn or ÖBB, and transfer to ÖBB train at Attnang-Puchheim to Hallstatt station. Total fare of €29.6 + €3 of 15 minutes of ferry ride from Hallstatt station to Hallstatt Markt. The ferry time will correspond with train arrival at Hallstatt station.

Money Saving Tips: Get the ÖBB Sparschiene ticket, the early bird ticket as low as €9 with no further change allow.

From Vienna To Hallstatt

By Train: Westbahn and ÖBB operated from Vienna to Attnang-Puchheim and then board for ÖBB train to Hallstatt station. The direct train departs from Wien Hbf to Hallstatt station every weekend, which takes about 3 hours journey.

From Cesky Krumlov To Hallstatt

No public transport is operated from Cesky Krumlov to Hallstatt directly. You can choose to stay in Salzburg or Vienna before heading to Hallstatt by bus or train. Another option is getting to Hallstatt from CK by shuttle service.

By Shuttle: Private companies like CK Shuttle and Beam Shuttle run between, Prague, Vienna, Cesky Krumlov, and Hallstatt with several departure times per day with prices starting from 800 CZK ($35).

A Perfect Hallstatt Itinerary

A perfect Hallstatt itinerary starts in the early morning. The morning at Hallstatt is magnificent. Wake up early and explore Hallstatt before the town gets overrun by tourists. Tour the salt mines and visit Skywalk in the afternoon. Return to town in the late afternoon.

Hallstatt itinerary (What To Do in Hallstatt):

Take a Postcard-Perfect Photo Of Hallstatt
Enjoy a 360-degree Panorama View At World Heritage Skywalk
Tour At Oldest Salt Mine In The World
Strolling Around Or Walk Outside Of Hallstatt
Try the Hallstatt’s fish specialty, freshly caught from Hallstatt Lake

There are so many things to do for a one-day itinerary in Hallstatt. All the hidden beauty is awaiting you to slowly explore and discover. Most day-trippers arrive at Hallstatt around 11 a.m to 4 p.m. If possible, avoid these peak hours and explore Hallstatt in the morning or late afternoon. We arrived at Hallstatt after spending our perfect day in Cesky Krumlov by shuttle service after 3 hours of road journey.

After checking in to Gasthof Simony, our one-night stay hotel at Hallstatt, We choose to take the funicular and ride up to salt mines and Welterbeblick Skywalk. The charming town is awaiting us to explore in the early morning before the tourists come in. We also spend time strolling around and going upper and outside of the Hallstatt for the best photo shooting.

A few hours of the brief visit is not enough. Of course, you have the choice of just spending several hours, taking a look or photo at this quaint European town and leaving. But Hallstatt is worth an overnight or maybe longer stay to discover this charming village.

Take a Postcard-Perfect Photo Of Hallstatt

Postcard Perfect View At Hallstatt North — The Postcard-perfect View in Hallstatt

The first come across a top thing to do at Hallstatt is to take a postcard-perfect photo of this Austria lakeside village. There are two locations for taking the postcard-perfect photo of Hallstatt, both located at the corner end of the village in the north and south. The ideal walking guide of Hallstatt is started from the north to the south end. Anyway, Hallstatt is a relatively small village and there is only probably one hour of walking journey from one end to another end.

It started on the north side. Talk a short walk toward the north corner of the town after passing the ferry station. This bending road will take you to the most breathtaking view of Hallstatt, and this is where you can take the first iconic photo you see on a postcard.

From there, walk along the boardwalk and stop by the marketplace, one of the most stunning places at Hallstatt. Viewing the 16th-century Gothic building with a beautiful balcony at the historical center can be enjoyed.

Make your way along the street and stop by any souvenir shops or houses at your own pace. Take a photo of the photogenic flower-decked houses or the lively ducks and swans at the lake.

Postcard Perfect View At Hallstatt South

At the end of the walking journey, you will enter another best viewing point at the south end. This location is where you can take the second postcard-perfect photo of Hallstatt from another angle.

360-degree Panorama View At World Heritage Skywalk

Hallstatt World Heritage Skywalk — The 360-degree Panorama View At World Heritage Skywalk

Hallstatt Skywalk observation deck offers a breath-taking panoramic view of the entire Dachstein Salzkammergut region. This 350-meter high platform can be reached by 1 hour of hike or €16 of the funicular ride.

From the south viewpoint, follow the sign and walk down the road until you get to the funicular. You can purchase the funicular ride separately or together with the Salzwelten tour which is worth for visit.

Tour At Oldest Salt Mine In The World

Many peoples are coming to Hallstatt for its picturesque charming village, but they don’t know the best attractions in the area are above the village. Hallstatt Salzwelten is considered some of the oldest salt mines in the world, dating back 7,000 years of history. It is also part of the reason why Hallstatt is recognized by UNESCO.

Be prepared for an enjoyable and educational experience in the darkness. This €34 guided tour will explain the mining process and history of salt mining. There are two wooden slides and a train ride out from the tunnel which adds to the excitement of the tour. Worth a visit.

The salt mines tour is approximately 80 to 90 minutes. But please budget for at least 3 to 4 hours including the return journey of the funicular ride and a visit to Skywalk. Normally the line is extremely long, especially in summer, so please come early or book your ticket in advance if you intend to visit the Hallstatt Salt Mines.

Strolling Around Or Walk Outside Of Hallstatt

Another best thing to do at Hallstatt is strolling around through the narrow streets and elevated upper level of the town. There is so much to explore at Hallstatt besides the lakeside walk.

Instead, you can also walk out of the village and head to Badestrand, one of the locations with stunning views of Hallstatt. With 10 minute walking journey, you can have a peaceful Hallstatt on your own.

Things Not To Do In Hallstatt

Tourism is booming in this small mountain village of only 750 residents. Over 600,00 people are visiting Hallstatt per year for its stunning architecture and well-maintained landscape. But keep in mind that we are visiting other houses and communities.

That’s why it’s important to show respect.

Things Not To Do in Hallstatt:

No flying drone
No trespass on property
Keep your voice down

No Flying Drone: Drone is prohibited with a brunch of signs sprinkled around Hallstatt. Please be aware that Austria has the strictest laws about drones with very hefty fines. You don’t need this. Just climb up the stairs to the upper Hallstatt or take the funicular up to the Skywalk to get the beautiful panoramic view of Hallstatt.

No Trespass On Property: Show your respect to residents as people are living at Hallstatt. Don’t trespass just for a better photo.

Keep Your Voice Down: Don’t ruin the peaceful and quiet village with your high-pitched voice. Many residents have been put up a sign and hoping for visitors to lower their voices.

Hallstatt Travel Tips

Here are some of the useful Hallstatt travel tips for planning a relaxing holiday:

Arrive at Hallstatt early.
Stay for a night in Hallstatt.
Wake up early.
Off-season trip.

Arrive at Hallstatt Early if you wish to avoid crowds. Else, consider staying at night at Hallstatt to enjoy this stunning village in the late evening or early morning before the visitors come in. Stay For A Night at Hallstatt or nearby. Most day-trippers are arrived in the afternoon and will be leaving after spending a few hours at the market square and Seestraße.

Wake Up Early: A few hours in the morning before the arrival of day-trippers is the best time for you to explore the Hallstatt peacefully.

Off-Season Trip: Expect a large crowd and higher prices during the peak season, especially the summer holiday. If possible, avoid peak season so that you can experience the peaceful and calming European village.

Accommodation: Gasthof Simony

Hallstatt Lake View Hotel WIth Balcony — Enjoy Hallstatt Lake View

We kept debating whether to stay one night in Hallstatt or just a day trip from nearby places such as Salzburg or Bad Ischl. A day trip to Hallstatt is enough for a brief visit to this tiny town. However, you have to stay one night in Hallstatt to fully explore the beauty of the serene town when the day-tripper leaves.

Due to the size of the town, there is very limited accommodation in Hallstatt town. The price is not budget-friendly, especially for those rooms overlooking the lake. Some accommodations even required at least 2 nights’ stay if you choose to stay in Hallstatt.

But glad that we managed to find the Gasthof Simony, a historical wooden building located in the center of Hallstatt with a panoramic view of Lake Hallstatt. A little bit rundown but consider being one of the cheapest accommodation at the center of Hallstatt with superb scenery. Most important, we managed to book a room with a lake view. The view was truly unearthly with Alpine views, especially in the morning. It was truly my best memory in my Hallstatt itinerary. So skip the day trip and go for at least an overnight trip.

Another worth recommendation is Seehotel Gruner Baum. Probably the best lakeside hotel in Hallstatt and served as scenography in many movies. Many celebrities and even Empress Sisi stayed here before. Extremely popular, so please reserve early.

Where To Stay in Hallstatt: Old Town or Obertraun

Friendly reminder, Hallstatt is a very popular tourist destination. Make sure to reserve your stay in advance if you plan to overnight at Hallstatt. Alternatively, look for accommodations in Obertraun, which is located opposite Hallstatt across the lake at a cheaper price.

What To Eat Hallstatt

What To Eat In Hallstatt — Best Food To Eat in Hallstatt

Not many choices and limited restaurants mostly located in the market square. Some of the Gasthof also served food but only until lunchtime and mostly not open during Sunday.

Elevated price for food in Hallstatt. If you have the budget, look for the restaurant at the lakeside to enjoy your meal with a great view. Don’t forget to eat fish, Hallstatt’s specialty. Hotel Seewirt Zauner served the best fish dishes in Hallstatt. They proudly serve the local fish which is freshly caught from Hallstatt Lake.

The local Gasthof restaurant like BRÄUGASTHOF and Gasthof Zauner also served traditional local dishes in a nice environment.

Alternatively, look for Maik’s Heisse Hutte, a small cabin located at the Hallstatt Markt that served street food like kebab, hamburgers, and fries at a cheaper price. But don’t expect too much from the food.

We had our lunch in this budget place during our visit to Hallstatt. We ordered the Wiener schnitzel and a beer. The food was not too bad and we enjoyed the food. Couldn’t have asked for more for this price at Hallstatt.

Best Time To Visit Hallstatt

We visited Hallstatt at the beginning of April, not yet the peak season but unfortunately, we also miss the chance to explore the Dachstein Krippenstein’s Giant Ice Cave and Five Finger. I would suggest coming at the end of April or the beginning of May. It should be the best time to visit Hallstatt when everything opens.

There are so many things to do and see at Hallstatt, for sure a few hours for a brief visit with only a one-day itinerary in Hallstatt may not be enough. The charming village, Salzwelten salt mine with Welterbeblick Skywalk, Dachstein Krippenstein with Giant Ice Cave and Five Finger, which easily need to spend at least one or two nights stay at Hallstatt.

Hallstatt Still Worth To Visit?

Last but not least, I hope my little guide can help you plan your perfect one-day Hallstatt itinerary. Seriously, Hallstatt is one of my favorite places during my Europe trip. Despite the large crowd, Hallstatt is very charming. We choose to stay in the lake view front room with slightly expensive but it was worth it. The view is superb breathtaking and unforgettable when you are viewing it barefoot on the room’s balcony. Travel smart and you are actually can escape from the tourist crowds.

If you have any questions, let me know in the comment. I will try my best to answer you. Thanks for reading my post on how to plan your one-day Hallstatt itinerary. Happy travels to Hallstatt!

Planning One Day Hallstatt Itinerary

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Cesky Krumlov Best Food: Krcma Satlavske Ulici

by Emily | posted in: Czech Republic | 0

Last updated on September 14th, 2024

Enjoy your tavern dining at Krcma v Satlavske Ulici, the best restaurant served the Cesky Krumlov best food. A great place filled with delicious smelling meat and loved every bit of the atmosphere it created.

Český Krumlov, also known as CK town, is one of the beautiful places located at South Bohemia of the Czech Republic. This picturesque old town is listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous for tourist attraction.

A visit to Cesky Krumlov can be finished in a few hours and perfect for a single day trip from Prague. This beautiful town is worth for visit and we highly recommended stay one night at Cesky Krumlov to experience this charming town.

If you are asking about where to eat and any recommendation restaurant at Cesky Krumlov? Plenty of restaurants and a variety of styles represented, from local traditional Czech food, Italian restaurants at riverside, and even modern Czech cuisine. There are so many restaurants in Cesky Krumlov, but you hardly can’t miss the unique tavern dining experience at krčma v šatlavské ulici.

Continue to read on our Cesky Krumlov food guide blog for the best food and restaurant in Cesky Krumlov.

Krcma v Satlavske Ulici

Located at Šatlavská alley, krčma v šatlavské ulici is a reconstructed renaissance building with two minutes walk from the Municipal Square. It is also conveniently located about 3-minutes walk from our accommodation in Cesky Krumlov, Apartment Soukenicka 44. So it is very easy to get to Krcma v Satlavske ulici.

This tavern restaurant is relatively small with only a cater capacity of 80 seats inside. Alternatively, you can choose to sit outside of the terrace with about 40 seats if inside is full.

Reserved Ahead To Avoid Disappoint

Krcma v Satlavske Ulici is extremely busy especially dinner time. Many people were turned down due to the table was fully booked. So make sure to make reservation ahead to avoid disappointment.

My dinner was reserved one month earlier before my Cesky Krumlov trip.

Unique Medieval Tavern Dining Experience

Prepare for a wonderful dining experienced in a unique medieval tavern atmosphere.

The typical old vaulted ceilings like in a cellar, not to mention the open flame in the middle with fresh meat is seasoned heavily and grilled over on it.

All this makes you feel like stepped back in time to the Medieval feast in a cave with a burly man cooking up the meat in a roaring open fire.

What To Order At Krcma v Satlavske Ulici

We were seated inside with a stylish wooden round table and wrought iron candlesticks holder in the middle. The waiters were madly busy but doing their best to serve us promptly as they can.

Menu comes with many choices from fish, pasta, and meats, but what everyone comes here for the meat platters. We ordered the onion soup as a starter, salad, meat platter for two and roasted pork knuckle.

Wood Burning Grill

Krcma v Satlavske Ulici With Open Flame At Middle

Table service was prompt and efficient with Czech beers ordered comes quickly. It was very refreshing after we spend A Perfect Day At Cesky Krumlov.

The staff seemed to be enjoying themselves. All of them busy prepared the meal into the huge wood-burning grill where most of the meat was cooked.

We cheers happily when the food served as the food portion was so HUGE!

Huge Portion Yet Delicious

Firstly popular garlic soup was served as a starter in a bread bowl. It was super helpful to warm up our bodies in the cold weather. And it tastes good too!

Nevertheless, beetroot salad served was very refreshing and greatly help not overwhelmed by the meat.

Next, roasted pork knuckle was perfectly cooked with most of the fat had rendered down. We specifically like the pork knuckle as the skin was roasted crispy yet well succulent meat. This was no doubt the best pork knuckle that I have ever tasted.

While the meat platter was served on a wooden block with big juicy pieces of chicken, pork and beef. It comes together with baked potatoes, salad, potato pancakes, coupled with dark mustard and horseradish sauce. The meat was well marinated, very flavorful, tender and juicy. Super delicious!

Everything was so delicious and we could barely finish the meal. Huge portion yet delicious.

Cesky Krumlov Best Food

Leave your diet at the door as Krcma v Satlavske Ulici worth it. Good food, nice environment, and friendly staff.

We read about some bad reviews from TripAdvisor on their rude service and poor quality food. Although this may be true as Krcma v Satlavske Ulici are superb busy with massive customer. But our dining at Krcma v Satlavske Ulici was very pleasant.

All in all, we highly recommend Krcma v Satlavske Ulici one of the best restaurants served with Cesky Krumlov’s best food. We loved the atmosphere, the food, the beer, and the service. It was fun watching the meat being cooked on the grill in front of you. However, queue always outside so do make a reservation to avoid disappointment.

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Overall: Cesky Krumlov Food Guide

Enjoy reading? You might also interested to check out the perfect day at Cesky Krumlov with things to do, food to eat and where to stay at this fairy tale town.

Lastly, don’t forget to read on to your Central Europe trip. Our next destination is Hallstatt: World Most Beautiful Lakeside Town

Hopefully, my little guide is helping with your itinerary planning. Happy travel to Cesky Krumlov!

Cesky Krumlov Itinerary: Travel Guide Blog For First Timer

by Emily | posted in: Czech Republic | 0

Last updated on September 14th, 2024

Český Krumlov, a fairy tale town jumped out of the illustration and comes to life. There are many things to do in this fairy tale town to plan on your Cesky Krumlov itinerary. A great place to spend two days or a single day trip from Prague.

This magical town was entered into the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is probably the most beautiful town in the Czech Republic. Rated in the Top ten most beautiful towns in the world, Cesky Krumlov is one of the most stunning places and should not be missed on a trip to the Czech Republic.

If you are visiting Prague for two or three days and only have time for a single day trip from Prague, make sure to visit Český Krumlov. This fairy tale town is worth planning for one day or 2 days Cesky Krumlov itinerary.

There are plenty of things to do for the 1-Day Cesky Krumlov itinerary. Here are a few highlights that you need to know before making your trip. Make sure to continue reading on our Cesky Krumlov travel guide blog to plan your wonderful trip!

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Pre-Trip Essential

Located in South Bohemia, Cesky Krumlov, also known as CK town, is charmed by its artistic impression of quaint houses, medieval streets, an intact Baroque castle, and a meandering river. The picturesque old town is well preserved from the past and bombing of War War II. All make this scenery town feels like a fairy tale from the middle ages into reality.

Before we get into different things to do in this wonderful town, let’s get some basic on transportation how to get to Cesky Krumlov from Prague, where to stay, what to eat, and things to do at Cesky Krumlov, the beautiful little town.

From Prague To Cesky Krumlov

Cesky Krumlov is very convenient to visit as part of the central Europe trip. A visit to Cesky Krumlov can be easily worked into part of the travel itinerary from Prague, Vienna, Hallstatt, or Salzburg. There are many options available but the most convenient is getting from Prague to Cesky Krumlov due to a variety of transportation arrangements.

Getting To Cesky Krumlov By Public Transport

From Prague to Cesky Krumlov By Train
Trains connect Prague and Cesky Krumlov with a required one-stop transfer at České Budějovice. It takes a slightly longer time compared with a bus with 3 hours journey at a similar cost. Just recently, a direct train route is running from Prague and Cesky Krumlov. Trains leave from Prague’s main train station at 8.01 a.m and the last train to go back to Prague at 2.07 p.m. Both train journeys take almost three hours. You can either walk to the town or take a taxi to the city center.

From Prague to Cesky Krumlov By Bus
Student Agency from RegioJet and Flixbus run between Prague’s Na Knížecí station and Cesky Krumlov. Buses leave every hour from Prague with approximately 2.5 hours of the journey at 200 CZK. There are two bus stops on either side of the city within 10 minutes of walking distance. Choose the one near your accommodation as most roads are cobblestones. If you are visiting Cesky Krumlov for a day trip, you can consider getting off at the first one and then returning to the other one.

MAKE A RESERVATION: If you are heading to CK during peak season or on a weekend, make sure to book the seat in advance through their website. The tickets are selling extremely fast, especially during those peak times for a day trip. Make a bus reservation via Bookaway.

Getting To Cesky Krumlov By Car and Share Shuttle

From Prague to Cesky Krumlov By Car
Self-driving takes approximately 2.5 hours (175 km) of driving journey from Prague to Cesky Krumlov. By driving, you are free to stop by any scenery point along the journey at your own pace. Park your car outside the Cesky Krumlov town as there is no car parking in the town center.

If you need to rent a car to visit Cesky Krumlov, make sure to Compare Best Car at RentalCars.com with the best rate offer and high reputation from customers. And make sure to purchase a highway vignette required for driving at the Czech Republic.

From Prague to Cesky Krumlov By Shuttle Service
Shuttle service is one of the good options with point-to-point pick-up service from the hotel directly. CK Shuttle connects, Prague, Vienna, Cesky Krumlov, and Hallstatt with several departure times per day. The shuttle service from Prague to CK cost about 800 CZK ($35) per person with hotel pick up.

From Prague to Cesky Krumlov By Guided Tour
A nice way to visit Cesky Krumlov with hassle-free worry about. Most tours are coming from Prague to Cesky Krumlov, taking you through the most sights to visit. It normally runs around 10 or 11 hours for a day trip.

The Best Budget Transport Option

If you are coming from Prague, I would highly recommend you get the express bus to Cesky Krumlov. During our central Europe trip, we choose the Student Agency’s express bus from RejioJet for our transportation, which run from Praha, Na Knížecí to Český Krumlov, AN. The cost is less than 10 euros for early bird promotion. The bus ride from the Student agency is very comfortable with television, free Wifi, charging electronics, and a cup of one hot drink is serviced.

Make a bus reservation from Prague to CK

We are taking a shuttle service from CK Shuttle to our next destination, Hallstatt. The public transport from Český Krumlov to Hallstatt is not well-connected. CK Shuttle helps us arrive in Hallstatt hassle-free. The cost is about 800 CZK ($35) per person, shared with other travelers.

Cesky Krumlov Itinerary Planning

A visit to Cesky Krumlov doesn’t take too long and can be finished in a few hours. Many travelers choose to take a day trip from Prague or as a pit stop before going to the next location. But this charming small town is worth an overnight stay as it is so beautiful.

Surrounded by the Vltava River, Cesky Krumlov is separated into an old town area and castle distinct in the northeast. We choose to stay a night at Cesky Krumlov to experience the calming of the European town before heading to our next destination, Hallstatt.

Here are things to do in Cesky Krumlov itinerary (1-Day):

Old Town Walking
Climb Up to Highest View Point, Castle Tower
Explore Cesky Krumlov Castle Complex
Take A Panoramic View At Mantelbrücke
Leisure Walk At Castle Garden
Reward Yourself With Trdelnik
Look for Best Panoramic Photo Spot In Cesky Krumlov (Castle Tower, cloak bridge, Seminární Zahrada)

How long does it takes from Prague to Cesky Krumlov?

From Prague to Cesky Krumlov, the journey take about 2.5 hours by bus and 3 hours by train.

How long do you need in Cesky Krumlov?

While Cesky Krumlov is a perfect day trip from Prague, we highly recommended staying at least one day in Cesky Krumlov. Staying one night in CK town is the best way to beat the day-tripping crowd to the town’s most popular sites.

Is Cesky Krumlov worth visiting?

Definitely worth it! Cesky Krumlov is truly a charming town of its artistic impression of quaint houses, medieval streets, an intact Baroque castle, and a meandering river.

Old Town Walking

Cesky Krumlov’s old town is compact and walkable. Start your visit from Municipal Square (Namesti Svornosti), the main town square of Cesky Krumlov with beautiful gabled houses painted in romantic and colorful bohemian style surrounded. Strolling along the cobblestones street, you can easily find a variety of specialty shops, artist shops, and street performances along the street.

Don’t miss to take a moment though at Lazebnický Bridge, one of the best views at Cesky Krumlov. If you are interested, you can experience the creative hand-made shops, pottery experience, woodwork, metal carving, and leather carving in the old town area. No need to plan much of an itinerary but just wandering around and learning about some of its hidden secrets is the best thing you can do at Cesky Krumlov.

Climb Up To The Highest View Point, Castle Tower

Standing on the hillside of the Castle District, Castle Tower is the tallest building in Cesky Krumlov with 162 stories of the staircase. It was the symbol of the town, its history, and its beauty.

To access the castle tower, you will be required to buy the admission ticket of 250 CZK which bundles together with the Castle Museum. The exhibition was relatively simple with some decent displays about life in the castle. But the view of this lovely town and its vicinity from the castle tower is so delightful and worth paying for the visit.

Explore Cesky Krumlov Castle Complex

Proceed to the main area of the castle distinct after the visit to the castle tower. Don’t miss the visit to Cesky Krumlov Castle, the second largest castle in the Czech Republic. The entire castle has a few forty buildings, courtyards, a theater, a museum, and a 7 hectare of the castle garden. There are few ground-tour offerings for families and visitors guided by knowledgeable guides if you want to enter the castle area.

Several areas within the castle complex can be visited without the need to buy a ticket. If you are limited on time and don’t want to spend money, you can just wander around the grandly colorful painted castle courtyard. It is worth seeing.

Take A Panoramic View At Mantelbrücke

After passing through a series of courtyards, you will enter an elegant bridge that can look out over the entire Cesky Krumlov town. This “Stone Column Sky Bridge Gallery” was built in the 15th century and is now known as the “Mantelbrücke” bridge. The view from the cloak bridge and the neighboring lookout platform is where you can get the classic panoramic view of Cesky Krumlov with the beautiful castle tower and the twin towers of the St. Vitus church together.

Leisure Walk At Castle Garden

The last part of Cesky Krumlov Castle’s visit is the Castle garden at the end of the castle distinct. Up the slope adjacent to the complex of castle buildings, the royal garden was founded in the 17th century with a total build-in of 11 hectares with the gorgeous Neptune Fountain at its center.

Enjoy a leisure walk in the castle garden and slowly find a path that takes you down to the historic center of Oldtown.

Reward Yourself With Trdelnik

Trdelnik - Best Street Food in Cesky Krumlov

Treat yourself with a Trdelnik after a long hour castle walk. Trdelnik is one of the street food in the Czech Republic and is known made for tourists. While a bit overpriced, I couldn’t resist grabbing another one after I tried it in Prague.

This sweet pastry is so tasty and refreshing especially added the ice cream topping. The dough is wrapped cylinder around a spindle and continuously rotated over an open flame until cooked in golden brown color. You can easily find Trdelnik the Old Town street but the one most famous is sold at MLS Crepe Bistro.

Best Panoramic Photo Spot In Cesky Krumlov

You couldn’t resist taking the endless photo of Cesky Krumlov. This photogenic town is so beautiful with its colorful street, Baroque castle, and snaking river. Here are the few best places if you are looking for where to take a good panoramic photo for your great moment at Cesky Krumlov.

Castle Tower: My personal favorite! But you need to pay a small fee and climb up the 162 stairs to take the best view of Cesky Krumlov. It is worth the visit.

Cloak bridge and viewing platform: The most popular spot that you can find at the castle complex. This platform gives you the best spot in the city center with free entry. Get the different views of Cesky Krumlov through a stone arch.

Seminární Zahrada: A perfect photo shot at a little peaceful courtyard with different layered of buildings and skyline. And it is free!

Accommodation: Apartment Soukenicka 44

We stayed in Apartment Soukenicka 44 during our visit to Cesky Krumlov. It is a cozy stay and is listed in a Gothic building with Renaissance elements. It is located in the central town and everything was within walking distance.

While we had a total of 4 people, so the duplex department with 3 single beds and 1 double bed fulfills our need can up to 5 people. It was well equipped with a blend of modern elements, hardwood floors, and wood-beamed ceilings. We enjoyed our cozy stay here and truly feel at home. Besides this, Apartment Soukenicka 44 also has a smaller room to cater for 2 to 3-person travelers. Take a look if you need more information.

For more accommodation options, check our simple guide on where to stay in Cesky Krumlov.

What To Eat in Cesky Krumlov

There are plenty of restaurants to choose from for their delicious Czech cruise. Here are some highly recommended restaurants that I have visited during my trip to this wonderful town:

Krčma v šatlavské Ulici: Most famous tavern restaurant with a super unique dining experience with delicious food. This little tavern restaurant will make you feel like stepped back in time to the Medieval feast in a cave with a burly man cooking up the meat in a roaring open fire in the middle. You will enjoy your dining here which is filled with delicious smelling meat and loved every bit of the atmosphere it created. A huge portion yet delicious. However, make sure to reserve a table, especially for dinner!

We are having a medieval feast at Krcma v Satlavske Ulici with great food, nice beer, and a unique tavern atmosphere.

MLS Bistro: Probably the best restaurant for brunch, light lunch, and tea break in town. Try their delicious sweet crepe with a cup of nice coffee. This cozy place and nice atmosphere is your option for your breakfast or afternoon tea. You can choose to dine in or take away for their famous crepe or Trdelink.

Papa’s Living Restaurant: If you are looking for something not in Czech traditional cuisine, get a table in Papa’s Living. One of the best riverside restaurants to enjoy the charming town and watch the sunset. This Italian restaurant served excellent tasty modern food, wine in the middle of quaint.

Important Tips To Know Before Visit

Explore Cesky Krumlov at the early morning — Cesky Krumlov Travel Tips

Wake Up Early: Explore the city before the crowds settled in. Most buses and tours are arriving at Cesky Krumlov in the afternoon after three hours of road journey from Prague. So get up early to visit this charming town before the crowd comes in.

Cesky Krumlov Card: This card cover five entrances of the most popular museum including the castle museum with a free castle tower entrance for an amazing view of the town. If you are planning to visit more than one museum, the Cesky Krumlov card can greatly save your money.

Stay at Least One Night: We highly recommended to stay at least one night in this charming town. It can get super crowded, especially during the afternoon. Being there in the early morning and late afternoon gives you a chance to have the town all to yourself. It was magical walking the street in the early morning.

Where To Go Next: Combine your visit and worked into part of the Central Europe itinerary. From 3 days in Prague to Cesky Krumlov, and hop over to Austria to visit Vienna, Hallstatt, or Salzburg.

Overview: Cesky Krumlov Itinerary

There are many things in Cesky Krumlov awaiting you to discover. One of the most visited cities in the Czech Republic and possibly the Best Day Trips From Prague. While most day-trippers from Prague leave the town and didn’t plan to stay at least a day or more. This amazing city deserved at least one or two nights’ stay. A great place for South Bohemia’s charming gateway.

Lastly, I hope this Cesky Krumlov travel post did help you plan your Cesky Krumlov itinerary. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me or ask me in the comments form. Happy travel to CK town!

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Samseonghyeol Haemultang Seafood Hot Pot

Jeju Must Eat: Samseonghyeol Haemultang Seafood Pot

by Emily | posted in: Jeju Island, South Korea | 0

Last updated on April 27th, 2024

Jeju must eat, Samseonghyeol Haemultang served the best seafood hot bowl with fresh and live seafood in Jeju island.

When you come to Jeju, you will want to try their fresh seafood. Seafood is served fresh and cheap in Jeju. Haemultang is a Korean spicy seafood stew filled with an abundance of fresh seafood in a hot bowl with entire octopus, mussels, abalones, scallops, clams, crab! The most shocking part at Jeju, it was served live.

A bowl of haemultang, traditional Korean spicy seafood stew is very popular at Jeju, thanks to its wide variety of delicious shellfish and other seafood freshly caught from the ocean.

Samseonghyeol Haemultang Restaurant

Samseonghyeol Haemultang located in the residential area of Yeon-dong but still managed to accumulate a huge number of returning customers due to its popularity.

There is a car park area to park your vehicle opposite the restaurant.

We arrived at Samseonghyeol Haemultang restaurant around 7 p.m. and ask to wait for about 10 minutes before seated.

How To Order At Samseonghyeol Haemultang

The menu is only in Korean and Chinese, probably the target customer are Chinese who love shell food so much compare with western. The major foods on the menu are the live seafood hot pot in small, medium and large, size relating to how many are in your party and abalone slices.

The set comes with a pack of noodles with some vegetables but you still can add on rice or noodles for a little extra. But we advise you see on the portion first before add on any side.

Price listed during our visit at 2019 May:

Super Large (5 person): ₩80,000
Large (4 person): ₩70,000
Medium (3 person): ₩60,000
Small (2 person): ₩50,000

We ordered the famous Haemultang in the smallest portion for 2 people at ₩50,000.

Jeju Must Eat: Samseonghyeol Haemultang Seafood Hot Pot

Our bowl of haemultang came to us very quickly and we were so amazed and shocked when the food served. It looked grand with a mountain of shellfish, abalone, scallops, and crabs with an octopus squirming on top and a large portion of bean shoots at the bottom.

The portion is so huge even for the smallest pot. It probably can cater for 4 people for the small one. The seafood hot pot is cooked in front of you and we felt a little cruel while waiting.

The live octopus and abalone were still alive and moving, still tried its best to wriggle out from the heated pot.

The staffs were very attentive, occasionally came to take care of our hot pot to make sure the food was well cooked. They were helping to get rid of the shells, removed the inedible parts, cutting up the octopus and abalone into pieces so it would cook quicker.

The soup was slightly on the bland side, but become very mouth-watering after the seafood cooked through. It won’t be very spicy with the sweetness of vegetables and seafood. Probably a little spicier will even better.

Add Noodles At The End

Be sure don’t drink too much on the soup, a pack of instant noodles and some greens which come together with the set will be added at the end.

The noodles will absorb the essence of seafood and become super delicious seafood noodle. It was an incredible way to end the meal. We try our best but it was too full and can’t finish the food. If seafood is not your thing, I don’t recommend trying this restaurant.

For seafood lovers, I am sure you will fall in love with their seafood hot pot. It’s cheap and delicious for such a huge bowl of fresh seafood.

How To Go To Samseonghyeol Haemultang

Jeju must eat, Samseonghyeol Haemultang restaurant was not too hard to find follow the GPS. The distance is less than 10 minutes drive from Jeju airport. It located at Yeon-dong with many hotels, shopping malls, and eatery around. Alternative, you can choose to stay in Jeju city like Astar Hotel, Hotel Shalom Jeju with public transport accessibility and coming here by bus or taxi.

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Note: Samseonghyeol Haemultang is moving to new address at 2022.

Address: 20 Seondeong-ro 5-gil, Yeon-dong, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea [Permanently Closed]Opening Hours: Daily from 11:00 to 23:00
Korea GPS Tel No: 745-3000

New Address for 삼성혈해물탕 도두점

Address: 23 Doduhangseo 7-gil, Doduil-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Opening Hours: Daily from 11:00 to 23:00
Korea GPS Tel No: 749-5200

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