Olomouc self-guided walking tour

Olomouc: The Baroque Heart of Moravia

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Discover the 'Second Prague' on this casual stroll through the historic heart of Moravia. You’ll explore grand Baroque squares, hidden Art Nouveau gems, and a UNESCO-listed monument while uncovering stories of Mozart, martyrs, and socialist-era clocks. This route captures the essence of a city that blends ancient fortress grit with refined artistic elegance.

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102minutes

2.2 kmdistance

15stops

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This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Olomouc without a fixed tour time.

Map for Olomouc walking tour with 15 stops — The static map shows the tour route with Terezská brána, Hauenschild palace, Maria column in Olomouc, Jupiterova kašna, and 11 more stops.

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All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

Mister No / CC BY 3.0
1Terezská bránaCastle
We’re starting our walk at the Terezská brána, or Theresa Gate, which is a fantastic introduction to Olomouc’s history as a powerhouse fortress
Named after: Maria Theresa of Austria · Wikidata
Txllxt TxllxT / CC BY-SA 4.0
2Hauenschild palaceCastle
Just a short walk into the historic core brings us to the Hauenschild Palace, a building that has seen just about every major event in Olomouc’s history
Style: baroque architecture … · Wikidata
Jiří Komárek / CC BY-SA 4.0
3Maria column in OlomoucMonument
Standing tall in the center of the Lower Square is the Maria Column, a striking piece of Baroque devotion
Built: 1723 · Style: baroque architecture · Wikidata
Barocco / CC0
4Jupiterova kašna
Right nearby is the Jupiter Fountain, which is part of a unique set of six Baroque fountains scattered throughout the city center
Built: 1707 · Style: baroque architecture · Wikidata
Pudelek / CC BY-SA 4.0
5Dolní náměstíMonument
We are currently standing in Dolní náměstí, or the Lower Square, which has been the heart of Olomouc’s commercial life since the year 1300
Built: 1300 · Wikidata
Palickap / CC BY-SA 3.0
6Villa PrimavesiAttraction
For a complete change of pace, we’ve come to Villa Primavesi. This is one of the most significant Art Nouveau buildings in Central Europe, and it feels worlds away from the Baroque stone we’ve been looking at. Built arou…
Built: 1900 · Architect: Franz von Krauss · Style: Art Nouveau architecture … · Wikidata
Ana Paula Hirama / CC BY-SA 2.0
7Kaple svatého Jana SarkandraChurch
Just a short walk from the villa, we find ourselves at a place that feels a bit more solemn
Built: 2000 · Architect: Eduard Sochor · Style: Art Nouveau architecture … · Named after: John Sarkander · Wikidata
Ralf Roletschek / CC BY-SA 3.0
8Church of Saint Michael
Dominating the skyline of this part of town is the Church of Saint Michael. You can’t miss those three distinctive domes; they are a landmark of the Olomouc 'hilly' profile and represent the Holy Trinity. While the churc…
Built: 1700 · Architect: Giovanni Pietro Tencalla · Style: baroque architecture · Wikidata
Jiří Komárek / CC BY-SA 4.0
9Caesarova kašna
As we move toward the Upper Square, we encounter the Caesar Fountain, the largest and most elaborate of the city’s famous Baroque waterworks
Built: 1725 · Style: baroque architecture · Named after: Julius Caesar · Wikidata
Michal Maňas / CC BY 4.0
10Church of Saint Maurice
Standing tall near the square is the Church of Saint Maurice, a massive late-Gothic hall church that looks almost like a fortress
Built: 1403 · Style: baroque architecture … · Named after: Saint Maurice · Wikidata
Michal Maňas / CC BY 2.5
11Edelmann palaceCastle
Right on the Upper Square sits the Edelmann Palace, a stunning example of Renaissance architecture that tells us a lot about the wealth of the city's old merchant class
Style: Renaissance architecture … · Named after: Václav Edelmann z Brosdorfu · Wikidata
Donald Judge from England / CC BY 2.0
12Holy Trinity Column in OlomoucMonument
We have reached the crown jewel of Olomouc: the Holy Trinity Column. This UNESCO World Heritage site is the largest Baroque sculptural group in Central Europe, standing a staggering 35 meters tall. It was built between 1…
Built: 1715 · Architect: Wenzel Render · Height: 35 m · Heritage status: World Heritage Site · Wikidata
FOTO:Fortepan — ID 7764: Adományozó/Donor: Gyöngyi. / CC BY-SA 3.0
13Olomouc Astronomical ClockAttraction
Just a few steps from the Holy Trinity Column, you’ll find one of the most unusual sights in Central Europe
Wikidata
Ben Skála, Benfoto / CC BY-SA 3.0
14Town hall in OlomoucBuilding
The Astronomical Clock is actually built into the northern wall of the Olomouc Town Hall, a building that has been the heart of the city’s administration for over 600 years
Built: 1400 · Style: baroque architecture … · Wikidata
Michal Maňas / CC BY 4.0
15Arionova kašna
Rounding out the corner of the Upper Square is the Arion Fountain, the newest addition to Olomouc’s famous collection of water features
Built: 2002 · Wikidata

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Olomouc — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, Terezská brána, Hauenschild palace, Maria column in Olomouc, Jupiterova kašna, Dolní náměstí, Villa Primavesi and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at Terezská brána and ends at Arionova kašna. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 102 minutes for 15 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 15 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $5.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 7 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.

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Olomouc: The Baroque Heart of Moravia

Stops on this route

Route map for Olomouc walking tour

Stops along the route

1Terezská bránaCastle

2Hauenschild palaceCastle

3Maria column in OlomoucMonument

4Jupiterova kašna

5Dolní náměstíMonument

6Villa PrimavesiAttraction

7Kaple svatého Jana SarkandraChurch

8Church of Saint Michael

9Caesarova kašna

10Church of Saint Maurice

11Edelmann palaceCastle

12Holy Trinity Column in OlomoucMonument

13Olomouc Astronomical ClockAttraction

14Town hall in OlomoucBuilding

15Arionova kašna

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