It is a city full of secret beauties that you must discover. This is where the famous and delicious Pilsner beer was born in 1842, and 15 years later the Skoda car manufacturer. Walk around Plzen and enjoy its impressive alleys, baroque buildings and wonderful inhabitants, who will help you get to know every corner of the beautiful city that is worth visiting at least once in your life.
Currency: Czech Crowns
Calling Code: +420
Nearest airports from city center: Prague Airport (89km), Nurnmberg Airport (200km) and Munich Airport (275km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** PILSNER URQUELL BREWERY (U Prazdroje 64/7, 301 00 Plzen 3)
Visit the place that will offer you a tour and all the information about the production of the famous Pilsner beer.
*** CATHEDRAL OF ST. BARTHOLOMEW (nám. Republiky, 301 00 Plzen 3)
The Gothic temple opened its doors in the middle of the 16th century. See up close the adobe statue on the main altar which is the famous Pilsen Madonna.
*** TECHMANIA SCIENCE CENTER (U Planetária 2969/1, 301 00 Plzen 3)
Υou will see exhibitions related to physics, astronomy, chemistry, biology, nutrition, the world of cinema, technology. There is also a planetarium.
*** MUSEUM OF WEST BOHEMIA (Kopeckého sady 357/2, 301 00 Plzen 3)
It is one of the largest museums in the Czech Republic and you will find over two million exhibits. Specifically, one of the oldest arsenals, an archeology exhibition with the secrets of prehistoric settlements, a History exhibition with medieval objects and an exhibition with exhibits from the 20th century.
*** PUPPET MUSEUM (nám. Republiky 23, 301 00 Plzen 3-Vnitřní Město)
This is the city with 100 (plus) years of puppet theater tradition. In the Museum you will see the awesome heritage of the city and the Czech Republic in the world puppet theater.
*** HISTORIC UNDERGROUND OF PILSEN (Veleslavínova 58, 301 00 Plzen 3)
It is a must-see attraction. In the underground labyrinth that stretches for about 20 kilometers you will find cellars, water wells and passages that will take you back to the 13th century when it was first built.
*** PATTON MEMORIAL PILSEN (Pobřežní 10, 301 00 Plzen 3-Vnitřní Město)
It was established in 2005 and has a very large number of exhibits related to historical events that took place at the end of World War II. See how the city was liberated by the US army and war veterans’ artifacts.
*** GREAT SYNAGOGUE (Sady Pětatřicátníků 35/11, 301 37 Plzen)
It was built in 1893 and is the fifth largest synagogue in the world! Its architecture is in Moorish-Romanesque style and it is worth visiting.
*** PLZEN ZOO (Pod Vinicemi 928/9, 301 00 Plzen 1)
It opened in 1926 and is the second oldest zoo in the country. It has 40 species of animals from the EEP European Endangered Species Program and you can see among others the beautiful Thick tailed Maki.
*** BRUMMEL HOUSE (Husova 58, 301 00 Plzen 3)
The house built in 1928-29 by Adolf Loos for one of the founders of modern architecture, Jan Brummel, is worth a visit.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** If you enjoy theatrical performances, then this is a good opportunity to see the program at the spectacular J.K. Tyll Theatre.
*** In the cultural center DEPO2015 you will find everything to pass the time.
*** Pilsen has many parks to walk and relax. Some of them are Borský park, Lochotín park, Park Homolka, Habrmannův park and Chvojka Quarries Park.
*** Loos Interieur I is an apartment of particular architectural beauty and deserves your attention.
*** Willson Bridge is ideal for taking a photo at night.
*** The Square of the Republic is the meeting point of the locals.
FOOD AND DRINK
In the city you will find all cuisines and excellent pubs. It goes without saying that you should try the traditional dishes such as pork knuckle, pork collar, sauerkraut, home-made potato dumplings, smoked ribs and schnitzels of every kind. Also try the local beers to accompany your food.
WHERE TO STAY
There are several hotels that you will like, either in the city center or just outside the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Dino Park Pilsen will fascinate all dinosaur lovers, both children and adults.
*** If you want to live a unique experience, then visit ONE–TWO ESCAPE.
*** For your shopping you can visit Plzeň Plaza, Shopping center Plzeň, Centrum Olympia Plzeň.
*** A good option for your shopping is 18th Street Vintage.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bike.
CITIES NEAR PILSEN
Major cities close to Pilsen are Prague (93km), Mlada Boleslav (155km), Liberec (201km), Nurnberg (204km), Dresden (239km), Leipzig (250km), Munich (286km), Brno (297km).
