Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt is available; local taxi: Taxi Kutná Hora (+420 603 252 525)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Nextbike (check app for stations); Cyklo-servis Krpata for day rentals
- Best Beach Nearby
- Velký písník (Mělice), sandy lake beach approx. 30 mins drive away
- Top Regional Airline
- Smartwings (Operating from Prague PRG, 80km away)
- Top International Airline
- Czech Airlines (CSA) / Lufthansa via Prague Václav Havel Airport
- Highway Access
- Route 38 connects to the D11 motorway for Prague/Hradec Králové
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Kutná Hora hlavní nádraží (Main Station) and Kutná Hora město
- Public Transport Passes
- PID (Prague Integrated Transport) tickets; 24h pass for zone 7 approx. 120 CZK
- Regional Travel
- Direct train to Prague (approx. 1 hour, 130 CZK via České dráhy)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Oblastní nemocnice Kolín (Regional Hospital 15 mins away) or Kutná Hora Hospital
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Jóga Kutná Hora (Jiřího z Poděbrad 289); 200 CZK per session
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Fit-centrum Kutná Hora (Kollárova street); Day pass 150 CZK
- Laundry Services
- Laundry service available at major hotels; Quick Wash in nearby Kolín
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Foodora (formerly Dáme jídlo) and Wolt
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Svíčková na smetaně at Dačický Restaurant (Rakova 8)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Dobrá čajovna (Vegetarian snacks and teas), Čtyři sestry (Vegan-friendly options)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Turistické informační centrum chocolate shop; Creperie u sv. Barbory
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Kaufland or Lidl on the outskirts; local market at Palackého náměstí
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Alza.cz, Mall.cz, and Allegro.cz
- Grocery Delivery
- Rohlik.cz or Kosik.cz (Same-day delivery from Prague/Kolín)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Ruthardka garden for drinks; Bar 22 for evening cocktails
- Local Brewery
- Měšťanský pivovar v Kutné Hoře (Lorecká 7); try the 'Stříbrná 11' lager
- Wine Bars
- Vinné sklepy Kutná Hora (Biodyvin certified wine shop/bar at Jiřího z Poděbrad)
- Street Food Stalls
- Tradiční Trdelník stalls near St. Barbara's Cathedral
- Popular International Cuisine
- Namaste Kutná Hora (Indian), San Marco (Italian)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Sedlec Ossuary (Bone Church) and St. Barbara's Cathedral
- Museums & Art Venues
- GASK (Gallery of the Central Bohemian Region) - modern art in a Jesuit college
- Historical Sites
- Italian Court (Vlašský dvůr) - former royal mint and residence
- Religious Sites
- Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady and St. John the Baptist
- Annual Events
- Royal Silvering of Kutná Hora (June historical festival)
- Cultural Districts
- The Medieval Center (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Theater Venues
- Tylovo divadlo (Masarykova 128)
- Local Markets
- Farmer's markets at Jiřího z Poděbrad Square (seasonal)
- Music Scene
- Blues Café (Live concerts and jazz performances)
- Street Art
- Limited; focus is on Gothic and Baroque preserved architecture
- Cooking Classes
- Occasional workshops at 'GASK' or local community kitchens
- Art Galleries
- Artopos; Galerie Felix Jenewein
- Historic Buildings
- The Stone House (Kamenný dům) - late Gothic burger house
- Local Heritage
- Silver mining history represented by the Hrádek Mining Museum
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Vrchlice River Valley (Údolí Vrchlice) with historic mill ruins
- National Parks Nearby
- Krkonoše National Park (approx. 1.5 hours north)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Silver Trail (Stříbrná stezka) - walking route around history/nature
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Viewpoint near St. Barbara’s over the Vrchlice valley
- Birdwatching Locations
- Žehušická obora (White deer park nearby)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated public fire pits at the camp 'Santa Barbara'
Essentials
- City
- Kutná Hora, Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic
- Population
- Approximately 21,500
- Internet Speed
- Average 65-100 Mbps (VDSL and Fiber available via O2 or CETIN)
- Currency & Banking
- Czech Koruna (CZK); 1 EUR ≈ 25.30 CZK, 1 USD ≈ 23.40 CZK
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality throughout the city
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and E sockets
- SIM Card
- O2, T-Mobile, and Vodafone; 10GB data for approx. 500 CZK ($21)
- Banking for Expats
- Česká spořitelna, Air Bank, Revolut, and Wise widely accepted
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Sreality.cz for long-term, Bezrealitky.cz for direct owner rentals
- Cashless Friendly
- Mostly yes; cards accepted in supermarkets and hotels, but carry cash for small cafes
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb (approx. $50/night), Hotel Museum of Bricks, Penzion Barbora
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel u Sv. Jakuba (approx. 450 CZK/night for a dorm bed)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Historical Town Center (Vnitřní Město) near St. Barbara's Cathedral
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Sedlec or Karlov for quieter environments and cheaper long-term rents
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Coworking KH (Husova 145); Daily pass approx. 300 CZK ($13)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Kavárna na Kozím plácku (Quiet, good Wi-Fi, excellent espresso)
- Networking Events
- Limited; mostly informal meetups at 'Knihovna Kutná Hora' (City Library)
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Kutná Hora Facebook Group; language exchange at Blues Café
Other Services and Amenities
- Community Centers
- Dačického dům (Cultural interactive center)
- Gaming Lounges
- Museum of Bricks (LEGO) has play areas; local PC gaming cafes are rare
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Admiral Casino (located near the outskirts/supermarkets)
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Zásilkovna (Packeta) pickup points; Česká pošta (main office at Vítězná)
- Tech Repair Services
- PC Servis KH (Lorecká 465)
- Table Tennis Spots
- TJ Sokol Kutná Hora sports hall
- Language Classes
- Language school 'Lingua Sendy'; private tutors via Naučmese.cz
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Městská knihovna Kutná Hora (Na Náměti 416)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 75,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 3,000,000 CZK / $128,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 58,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 2,320,000 CZK / $99,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 70,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 4,200,000 CZK / $180,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 55,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 3,300,000 CZK / $141,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 65,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 5,200,000 CZK / $222,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 50,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 4,000,000 CZK / $171,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% (effective from 2024 reform)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15% (standard rate)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for tax residents (183+ days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 23% (on income exceeding 36 times the average wage)
- VAT
- 21% (Standard); 12% (Reduced rate from 2024)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-aligned anti-tax avoidance regulations
- Property Tax
- Yes, annual tax based on area; rates doubled in 2024 package
- Property Transaction Tax
- 0% (Abolished in 2020)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Lump-sum tax (Paušální daň) for freelancers around 7,500 CZK/month covering tax/social/health