Essentials
- City
- Brno, South Moravian Region, Czech Republic
- Population
- 382,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 120 Mbps (Fiber available widely via UPC/Vodafone)
- Currency & Banking
- Czech Koruna (CZK). 1 USD ≈ 23.50 CZK, 1 EUR ≈ 25.30 CZK
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality (Hard water)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/E sockets
- SIM Card
- O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone. 10GB Data SIM approx. 400 CZK ($17)
- Banking for Expats
- Raiffeisenbank, Air Bank, Revolut (highly popular)
- Accommodation
- Apartments via Bezrealitky.cz or Flatio for mid-term stays
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, contactless payment accepted in 95% of establishments
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Flatio (approx. 18,000 - 25,000 CZK/month for 1-bedroom)
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Eleven (Dominikánská 11), approx. 500 CZK/night
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Brno-střed (Old Town) near Zelný trh
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Veveří or Královo Pole (Lively student atmosphere, great cafes)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Impact Hub Brno (Cyrilská 7). Day pass: 400 CZK
- Best Cafe for Work
- SKØG Urban Hub (Dominikánské nám. 5) or Pelíšek Cat Cafe
- Networking Events
- Brno Expat Centre monthly meetings and 'Silicon Hill' tech meetups
- Social Events for Expats
- Brno Expat Center (BEC) 'Coffee with Expats' events
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt and Uber are the primary providers
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Nextbike (pink bikes), Rekola (pink bikes). First 15 mins often free
- Best Beach Nearby
- Brno Reservoir (Přehrada) - Kozí horka beach area
- Top Regional Airline
- Smartwings (Operating from Brno-Tuřany BRQ)
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair (from Brno) or use Vienna Airport (Schwechat) nearby
- Highway Access
- D1 (Prague/Ostrava) and D2 (Bratislava) intersection
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Brno hlavní nádraží (Main Station)
- Public Transport Passes
- DPMB 'Šalinkarta'. Monthly: 550 CZK ($23)
- Regional Travel
- RegioJet or Leo Express buses/trains to Prague or Vienna
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- St. Anne's University Hospital (Pekařská 53)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Garden (Zelný trh 1) or InSpira Yoga
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Zone4You (Health & Fitness) or Big One Fitness
- Laundry Services
- Quickwash (Kounicova 13). Approx 150 CZK per load
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Wolt and Foodora
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Svíčková na smetaně at Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Forky’s (Jakubské nám. 1) - local vegan chain
- Best Dessert Spots
- Sorry - Pečeme jinak (Křídlovická 1) for artistic cakes
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Zelný trh (Cabbage Market) for fresh local produce
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Alza.cz (Electronics) and Allegro.cz
- Grocery Delivery
- Rohlik.cz or Kosik.cz (Same day delivery)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Jakubské náměstí (St. Jacob's Square) - 'The Bermuda Triangle'
- Local Brewery
- Pivovar Starobrno (Mendlovo náměstí)
- Wine Bars
- Vinná galerie (Lužánecká 7) for Moravian wines
- Street Food Stalls
- Būcheck (Zelný trh) - famous pork belly sliders
- Popular International Cuisine
- Manana Grill (Mexican) or Ramen Brno
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Špilberk Castle and Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul
- Museums & Art Venues
- Moravian Gallery and Technical Museum in Brno
- Historical Sites
- Villa Tugendhat (UNESCO modern architecture - book months ahead)
- Religious Sites
- Ossuary at the Church of St. James
- Annual Events
- Ignis Brunensis (International fireworks competition in June)
- Cultural Districts
- Veveří district (Academic and creative hub)
- Theater Venues
- Mahen Theatre and Janáček Theatre
- Local Markets
- Zelný trh (Daily morning market)
- Music Scene
- Fléda Club (Alternative and electronic music)
- Street Art
- TIMO murals found throughout the Cejl and City areas
- Cooking Classes
- Kuliner plus (Bohunická 41)
- Art Galleries
- House of Arts (Dům umění) at Malinovského nám.
- Historic Buildings
- Old Town Hall (Stará radnice) with the 'Brno Dragon'
- Local Heritage
- The Brno Dragon (actually a crocodile) suspended in the town hall
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Lužánky Park (Oldest public park in CZ)
- National Parks Nearby
- Podyjí National Park (1 hour drive South)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Svratka River path leading to the Reservoir
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Denisovy sady (Denis Gardens) overlooking the city
- Birdwatching Locations
- Holásecké Lakes south of the city
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Mariánské údolí designated fire pits
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Zásilkovna (Pick-up points everywhere), PPL
- Tech Repair Services
- iOpravna (Apple certified) or PC Brno
- Table Tennis Spots
- Robotárna (Kounicova 15)
- Language Classes
- Correct Language Centre (Jakubské nám. 2)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Moravian Library (Kounicova 65)
- Community Centers
- Káznice (Former prison turned cultural space)
- Gaming Lounges
- Black Lotus (Trading card and board games)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Victory (Popůvky, outskirts)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 130,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 30 m² = 3.9M CZK / $166,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 100,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 30 m² = 3.0M CZK / $128,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 120,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 50 m² = 6.0M CZK / $255,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 95,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 50 m² = 4.75M CZK / $202,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 115,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 8.6M CZK / $365,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 90,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 6.75M CZK / $287,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% (Increased from 19% in 2024)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15% (35% for non-treaty countries)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income for residents (>183 days/year)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 23% (for income above 1,582,812 CZK/year)
- VAT
- 21% standard rate; 12% reduced rate
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-aligned ATAD rules apply
- Property Tax
- Yes, annual tax based on square footage and location
- Property Transaction Tax
- 0% (Abolished in 2020)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Paušální daň (Flat tax) for freelancers starting at approx. 7,500 CZK/month including social/health