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Bláhovka

Summer roundup: what to do in Brno on hot days

August 15, 2011

List of great beer gardens, outdoor swimming pools, town beaches and other places where you can cool down.

Boat Brno

Weekend trip tip: hike to Veveří castle, take a ferry boat back to Brno

May 19, 2011

One of my favorite trips is to ride a tram #1 to stop Přístaviště (30 minutes from the main station), hike to Veveří castle along the banks of Brno dam lake (2 hours), and then to take a ferry boat back to Brno (1 hour for the castle, 1 hour for the cruise).

Valentine's Day

2011 Valentine’s Day tips for a romantic date in Brno

February 7, 2011

Valentine’s Day is a nice reason for having some extra quality time with your loved one and for exploring Brno at the same time!

Ugly Brno

Things I hate about Brno

October 22, 2010

It is still hard to buy a lunch if you don’t speak Czech. And everything takes three times longer than expected.

Veveří quarter

Student accommodation: best quarters for renting an apartment and other advices

August 26, 2010

List of best neigborhoods for the students of Masaryk university, Technology university and other colleges. Safety and commuting tips.

Brno as seen from Špilberk castle (photo by Artep ^_^)

What to do in Brno: a roundup (not only) for MotoGP fans

August 12, 2010

You can have a lot of fun in Brno – let’s get inspired by our recent guides.

Legránž

How to stay cool in hot weather

July 22, 2010

If you feel like you are melting away, try one of these ice-cold beverages sold in the streets of Brno.

Kraví hora

Outdoor swimming pools in Brno

July 13, 2010

There are several open air swimming pools in the town – try out one of these on your next day off!

Czech out the prices

Brno Now featured in Guardian article on Brno

July 5, 2010

The article is focused mostly on the opportunity to have a great vacation with a very low budget.

Hotel International

12 best known hotels in Brno

June 22, 2010

A list of the twelve most googled and best known hotels in Brno – most of the town’s residents know where these hotels are and will help you with finding your way.

Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
  • In walking distance to the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and sightseeings
  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
  • Alternatives: International, Royal Ricc, Hotel Cyro, Grandhotel

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