Discover the Thrills of Kutná Hora Summer: Experience Enchanting Night Tours of Iconic Sights

Many castles and chateaus offer night tours, but the website Kudy z boredy presents a truly special invitation to explore typically off-limits places after dark. Join us to experience the mysterious and quiet atmosphere of the Sedlec ossuary and its cathedrals! The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and St. John the Baptist in Sedlec, located on the edge of Kutná Hora, is commonly visited alongside the nearby ossuary. Both sites, together with the historic core of Kutná Hora, are recognized as UNESCO monuments, and it’s merely a short stroll from one to the other. To truly enjoy these captivating night tours, you should plan for two days, as the motto of the Kutná Hora Summer Festival suggests: one day simply won’t cut it.

Kutná Hora Summer

Night tours of the ossuary, along with the Sedlec Cathedral tours, mysterious walks exploring the Rumours and Legends of Kutná Hora, unique tours of the monastery of the Order of St. Voršila featuring wine tasting, and night adventures at the silver mine, are key highlights of the cultural festival Kutná Hora Summer, occurring throughout the summer of July to August 2025. The festival includes numerous concerts and theatrical shows, but the standout attractions are the guided tours with costumed hosts that are usually scheduled at unique times and include striking enhancements. Every Monday, visitors can enjoy a night tour of the Sedlec Cathedral, while summer Tuesdays are earmarked for tours of the ossuary. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, attendees can partake in a night tour of St. Barbara’s Cathedral, with Wednesdays additionally offering tours of the silver mine. Fridays are designated for nighttime adventures at either the Sedlec ossuary or cathedral, or the monastery of St. Voršila combined with wine tasting.

Night tours of the cathedral

The Sedlec Cathedral is remarkable; while the creator’s name remains unknown, we know it was shaped into its current form by the brilliant architect Jan Blažej Santini during the 18th century. He is a master of both Baroque and Gothic styles and designed many structures that skillfully blend light with numerical and visual symbolism. The Night Tour of Sedlec Cathedral occurs every Monday from 7 July to 25 August. The tour starts off with the singing of Cistercian hymns, which will then guide you through the cathedral’s various nooks by candlelight, accompanied by Gregorian chants and organ music. You’ll witness areas where monks, along with relics of saints, are embedded within the walls, the Santini Staircase, and the church treasury housing the oldest surviving Gothic monstrance globally. Visitors can also stop by the church cinema for a showing of an enjoyable animated film suitable for both kids and adults and savor the unique Sedlec monstrance wine, which is exclusively available in Sedlec. The tour kicks off every Monday at **8:00 PM** and concludes around **9:30 PM**. The entry fee is **290 CZK for adults**, **190 CZK for students and seniors**, while children under six are free.

To the ossuary by candlelight

Explore the rich history and atmosphere of the Kutná Hora ossuary, a fascinating crypt under the cemetery church of All Saints. This is accessible at night on every summer Tuesday from July 8 to August 26 with a costumed guide referred to as a “Cistercian.” You’ll discover the tombs of 40,000 deceased by candlelight, and afterward, ascend into the church itself to connect with music so that you can experience the juxtaposition of time and space through music, stillness, light, and shadow. This approximately one-hour program commences at **9:00 PM**, with **admission fees of 290 CZK for adults** and **190 CZK for students and seniors**. Please note, this tour is not suitable for children under six years old.

At night in the Kutná Hora mine

The silver mine is also included in the night tours from 2 July to 27 August! The tour starts every holiday Wednesday at the Castle courtyard, where you’ll learn about the history of silver mining and the technology used for processing silver. Later, you’ll see an old mining machine and, after putting on helmets with flashlights, will delve into the Kutná Hora underground in the St. George’s gallery. A stroll through a **250-meter long** section located **35 meters underground** will give insights into the life of miners and mining practices, as well as the chance to experience complete darkness. After this, you’ll even mint your very own Prague groschen in the mining village. The ticket price for this tour is **230 CZK for adults**, while children and seniors will pay **190 CZK**.

St. Barbara’s Cathedral as you don’t know it

Every Monday, from 7 July to 25 August, the beloved St. Barbara’s Cathedral will feature night tours at **8:00 PM**. Step inside this historic temple to immerse yourself in an extraordinary atmosphere filled with incense and illuminated by candlelight. During the tour, you’ll explore both the ground and upper levels of the cathedral, and there will be an organ demonstration. From the inner gallery, admire the stunning Ried’s masterful vaulting of the nave and the cathedral’s clever external support system. The guide will explain not only the cathedral’s history but also the profound symbolism and spiritual significance of this magnificent structure. Expect the tour to last around **2 hours**, with an entrance fee of **290 CZK for adults**, **190 CZK for students** aged 15 to 26, and free entry for children under **14 years old**.

Fairy tales at Kačina Castle

Feeling bored this summer? That’s not the case at Kačina Castle! On Holiday Tuesdays, expect a delightful A water fairy tale. This story revolves around Šplouch the waterman, who dodges punishment from the water king and finds refuge with his daughter Bělička in a peaceful pond in Bohemia. However, trouble arises as a greedy miller moves into a nearby mill… What happens when the Water King visits the mill with his aquatic entourage and asks Bělička for a flipper? Will Splash the waterman remain in frog form forever? Will the miller uncover hidden treasure? This performance will be brought to life by The Cloud Theatre. Fairy Tale Tuesdays will run from July 8-29 and again on August 5, 12, and 26, 2025, with shows at **10:00 AM** and **11:00 AM**. Tickets are priced at **180 CZK** and **100 CZK for children**.

Wine tasting and tour of the ossuary and the monastery

Each Thursday throughout the summer from July 3 to August 28, 2025, at **6:00 PM**, you are invited to join an unique tour of the monastery of the Order of St. Voršila while enjoying wine tasting. Come and sample wine sourced from Kutná Hora vineyards and learn about the history of the Order of St. Voršila. You’ll get an inside look at areas of the monastery not usually accessible to the public, specifically the monastery church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. You’ll also discover how closely wine is connected to the famous era of silver mining in the Kutná Hora area. The tour lasts about **2 hours**, and the ticket price is **250 CZK**, which includes tasting **four wine samples** along with refreshments.