From Prague: Karlovy Vary & Diana Observation Tower Day Trip
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From Prague: Karlovy Vary & Diana Observation Tower Day Trip
9.5 hours
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Journey from Prague to Karlovy Vary in under two hours and spend the day exploring the spa town, with round-trip transfers taking you right to the center.
Explore with a guide in English, Spanish, German, or Italian who leads you through the town’s colonnades, thermal springs, and historic promenades.
Walk through Karlovy Vary’s most photographed spots, from the Mill and Park Colonnades to Grandhotel Pupp and the Church of St. Mary Magdalene.
On select tours, ride the funicular up Diana Hill and take in panoramic valley views from the Diana Tower.
Choose a self-guided version with a multilingual audio guide if you prefer exploring independently, covering major landmarks across the town.
9.5-hour full-day tour of Karlovy Vary
Round-trip transfers from Na Příkopě in an air-conditioned bus
Self-guided walking tour of Karlovy Vary, with visits to Hotel Thermal, Park Colonnade, Church of St. Mary Magdalene, Grandhotel Pupp, Orthodox Church of St. Peter and Paul (as per option selected)
Guided walking tour of Karlovy Vary, with visits to the historic center, Spring, Sadova Colonnade, Mlýnská Colonnade, Diana Complex, & Lookout Tower area (as per option selected)
Audio guide in English, Czech, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, & Polish (as per option selected, on your mobile phone)
Expert English, Spanish, German, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Entry to Diana Observation Tower (as per option selected)
Funicular (cable car) ride to Diana Hill (as per option selected)
Free time to explore Karlovy Vary
Ticket to the Kingdom of Railways in Prague (can be used any time after the tour)
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Lunch
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Know before you go
What to bring
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Bring a valid ID card or passport, as it must be presented before joining the tour.
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Choose comfortable walking shoes, as Karlovy Vary has long pedestrian routes, uphill sections, and uneven terrain near several viewing points.
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Pack a light jacket or warm layer, since temperatures in the spa town and around the Diana Tower area are often cooler than in Prague.
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Carry a compact umbrella or raincoat, because sudden showers can occur throughout the year.
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Take your own headphones if you plan on using the audio guide, as they greatly improve the listening experience.
What’s not allowed
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Avoid bringing large suitcases or oversized bags, as these cannot be accommodated on the tour vehicle, and only small personal items are allowed.
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Smoking is prohibited inside enclosed areas such as the funicular station, the tower, and the colonnades.
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Drones are not allowed in the central parts of Karlovy Vary due to safety policies and restrictions around historic structures and natural protected zones.
Accessibility
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible, as the route includes uphill walking, staircases, and uneven ground that may be difficult to navigate.
Additional information
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Departures take place at 8:45am on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, so arriving 10 to 15 minutes early helps ensure an easy check-in.
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If you selected the audio guide, you will need to download an app before or at the meeting point; staff can assist you with setup.
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Live commentary may be provided in more than one language, depending on the group.
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The funicular to Diana Tower will remain closed from September 8 to September 26, 2025, so access to the tower area during this period may require an alternative walking route.
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The Diana Funicular and Watchtower are closed annually from January 6 to February 7, so entry is not possible during these dates.
By proceeding with any booking via Staybook, you acknowledge and agree to adhere to all the .
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