Lamb

UK electronic music duo Lamb to perform at Fléda

January 30, 2012

One of the most distinct trip-hop artists, Manchester-based duo Lamb will perform a concert at Fléda club (24 Štefánikova st.) on Sunday, February 5.

Thumbnail image for Spielberk Tower, Brno’s new tallest building

Spielberk Tower, Brno’s new tallest building

January 26, 2012

With its 85 meters, Spielberk Tower (on the top picture) became the new tallest building of Brno. But not for long – there are more interesting “skyscrapers” rising up in the so called “South centre”.

The Mysterious Castle in the Carpathians

“Kinokavárna” to screen Czech films with English subtitles

January 22, 2012

Zemanova kavárna at 4 Josefská st. was reopened after a refurbishment. Never mind the candies, it offers screenings of the most popular Czech films – with English subtitles.

Statue of mayor

Funny gifts for local politicians. From citizens with love

January 17, 2012

Mayor was given a statue for his birthday, annual ball attendees were fed bread and salt… A new form of civic disobedience has been blooming in Brno: tongue-in-cheek confessions of love and gratitude.

Grand restaurant festival

Best restaurants in Brno discounted. Tasting menus from €10

January 13, 2012

Five Brno restaurants praised by the editors of Grand Restaurant Guide are joining Grand Restaurant Festival. This means that from January 15 to February 15, you can buy vouchers for special discounted degustation menus.

Images of the mind

Images of the mind, or: How may the soul look like

January 2, 2012

Exhibition Images of the Mind presents how both artists and scientists have been envisioning the human mind for centuries. It will stay in the Moravian Gallery until 3/18 2012.

Brno Now survey

Help me improve this website!

December 24, 2011

For three years, Brno Now has been the only source of news from Brno in English. The time has come to rethink the website, so it can bring interesting tips and information for another three years. And you can help me with that – it will only take two minutes.

Christmas market

Stressed? Slow down at the Christmas markets

December 1, 2011

The traditional Christmas markets at Náměstí svobody sq. and Zelný trh sq. launched last week. Just like the last year, you can walk through them to get some presents, sausages, hot wine, or just to enjoy the Christmas atmosphere.

Casino

Burned casino may be transformed into an office building before the end of the world

November 21, 2011

The ruin of “Chepos” building will finally stop scaring the guts out of people arriving to Brno main station. Its owner wants to repair it before the end of 2012.

Young Tugendhats

Dirk Brömmel shakes with time in Tugendhat vila

November 16, 2011

German artist Dirk Brömmel mashes up stills from Tugendhats’ family album with the look of their famous villa in the early 21st century.

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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