Kutna Hora Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Church of St. Barbara which includes heritage elements, a city and heritage architecture
Kutna Hora featuring farmland
Sedlec Ossuary featuring interior views
Church of St. Barbara showing interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Sedlec Ossuary which includes interior views

Explore a medieval town that once rivaled Prague as Bohemia’s economic and cultural center. Visit centuries-old buildings and learn about its silver mining heritage.

Kutná Hora is a city that got rich on the back of its silver mines. This prosperity can be glimpsed in some of the grand buildings that were constructed during boom times in the Middle Ages. Explore these magnificent structures, venture down into a silver mine and see where silver coins used to be minted hundreds of years ago.

Kutná Hora’s golden age of silver production was during the 14th and 15th centuries. Silver was extracted from miles of now abandoned mines that run under the city. But they haven’t all been deserted. Explore a small section of a mine shaft when you visit Hrádek,a 15th-century castle now home to theCzech Museum of Silver. Put on a miner’s helmet and let your guide lead you through an 820-feet (250-meter) section.

There are lots of reminders of the city’s mining heritage at the Church of St. BarbaraOpens in a new window. Inside are examples of mining-inspired artwork, including statues and depictions of mining work on stained-glass windows.

Some of the mined silver went into the production of silver coins, including Czech groschen, one of Europe’s most widely circulated coins during the Middle Ages. Sightsee the Italian Court, the former home of the Royal Mint where silver coins were produced. This old building also served as a residence for kings. Among its highlights is the royal chapel.

Next door to Kutná Hora is the town of Sedlec, where you will find one of the country’s most unusual sights, Kostnice, or the Bone Church. This subterranean chapel is adorned with art and objects made from human bones, including candle holders, candelabras and a chandelier. While you are in Sedlec, tour the 14th-century Church of the Assumption of Our Lady and St. John the BaptistOpens in a new window.

Situated just 46 miles (74 kilometers) east of Prague, Kutná Hora is a popular daytrip destination from the capital. To get here, drive or take the bus from Prague's Florenc bus station. The beautiful old buildings, rich history and compelling attractions may persuade you to stay for longer.

Where to stay in Kutna Hora

Kutna Hora featuring farmland

Historical Town Center

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Historical Town Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Church of St. Barbara or Italian Court (Vlassky Dvur).

Historical Town Center
Hotel Medinek Old Town

Hotel Medinek Old Town

3 out of 5
Palackeho namesti 316, Kutna Hora
The price is ₹5,980 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹5,980
₹6,939 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kutna Hora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Church of Saint James and Ursuline ...
7.8/10 Good! (162 reviews)
"Perfect location. Nice room, nice buffet right in the heart of the town"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hotel Medinek Old Town
No. 28 Rooms & Apartments

No. 28 Rooms & Apartments

2 out of 5
28 Kourimská, Kutna Hora, Stredoceský kraj
Fully refundable
The price is ₹7,418 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹7,418
₹8,800 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Kutna Hora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Hradek Mining Museum and Gothic Stone House (Kamenny dum) are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"Clean with comfortable bed, air conditioned good. construction in the neighborhood noise started 6.30am was the only draw back for us."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

No. 28 Rooms & Apartments
Hotel U Kata

Hotel U Kata

3 out of 5
Štefánikova 92, Kutna Hora
The price is ₹7,028 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹7,028
₹8,118 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kutna Hora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Alchemy Museum and Church of ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (79 reviews)
Uncomfortable Beds
"Two single beds were too small for seniors. It would be good for kids or teenagers."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Hotel U Kata
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
No. 28 Rooms & Apartments

No. 28 Rooms & Apartments

2 out of 5
28 Kourimská, Kutna Hora, Stredoceský kraj
Stay at this aparthotel in Kutna Hora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Hradek Mining Museum and Gothic Stone House (Kamenny dum) are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"Clean with comfortable bed, air conditioned good. construction in the neighborhood noise started 6.30am was the only draw back for us."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

No. 28 Rooms & Apartments
Tylova Apartments

Tylova Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Tylova 500, Kutna Hora
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Kutna Hora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Alchemy Museum and Church of Saint James ...
Great stay
"Great place. They had overbooked so switched our place to an upgraded place. Was perfect. Apartment was clean, large, and comfortable. Location was close to all we wanted to see."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2023

Tylova Apartments
Erven Janovice Sckv023-ka

Erven Janovice Sckv023-ka

2 out of 5
Cervené Janovice
Stay at this villa in Červené Janovice. Enjoy a garden.
Erven Janovice Sckv023-ka
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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