Transportation
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines (flying from Vienna Airport, 2.5 hours away)
- Highway Access
- D55 Highway connects to the national D1 network
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Zlín střed (Central Train Station) with direct connections to Prague via Olomouc
- Public Transport Passes
- DSZO (Dopravní společnost Zlín - Otrokovice), monthly pass for 550 CZK
- Regional Travel
- RegioJet or Leo Express trains for comfortable travel to Prague and Vienna
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt operates in Zlín; local Taxi Zlín (+420 800 503 504)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Nextbike (pink bikes) stations throughout the city
- Best Beach Nearby
- Luhačovice Reservoir (25 mins away) for swimming and recreation
- Top Regional Airline
- Smartwings (flying from nearby Brno or Ostrava)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Krajská nemocnice T. Bati (Bata Regional Hospital), Havlíčkovo nábř. 600
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Lokah (Zarámí 4422), Wellness Hotel Moskva
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Vita Sana Club (J. A. Bati 5648) - premium gym with spa, approx. 1,200 CZK/month
- Laundry Services
- Quickwash (Self-service laundry at OC Zlín)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Foodora, Wolt
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Vepřo-knedlo-zelo (Roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Prašád (Lešetín II 667) - vegetarian buffet and Indian cuisine
- Best Dessert Spots
- Cukrárna Dino (trida Tomase Bati 190) for traditional Czech pastries
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Tržnice Zlín (Local market in 'Pod Kaštany')
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Alza.cz, Mall.cz, Rohlik.cz
- Grocery Delivery
- Tesco Online, Rohlik.cz, Košík.cz
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Blok 12 (J. A. Bati 5637) - industrial bar in a former factory building
- Local Brewery
- Pivovar Malenovice (Zlínský švec beer)
- Wine Bars
- Vinotéka U Radnice (nám. Míru 1210)
- Street Food Stalls
- Bureito (Gastro fusion near the university)
- Popular International Cuisine
- TamTam Restaurant (nám. T. G. Masaryka) - diverse international menu
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Building No. 21 (Bata's Skyscraper) with the famous elevator office
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museum of Southeast Moravia and Regional Gallery in Building 14-15
- Historical Sites
- Zlín Castle (Zlínský zámek) located in the central park
- Religious Sites
- Church of Saint Philip and James (Kostel sv. Filipa a Jakuba)
- Annual Events
- Zlín Film Festival (International Film Festival for Children and Youth) in May/June
- Cultural Districts
- Tovární areál (The Factory Grounds) - converted industrial zone
- Theater Venues
- Městské divadlo Zlín (Municipal Theater Zlín)
- Local Markets
- Zlínské trhy (Seasonal markets at Náměstí Míru)
- Music Scene
- Masters of Rock Café (concert venue for rock and metal fans)
- Street Art
- Murals on university buildings and factory wall underpasses
- Cooking Classes
- Bistrotéka Valachy cooking school (Building 15)
- Art Galleries
- Kabinet T. gallery in the factory complex
- Historic Buildings
- Bata's Villa (Vila Tomáše Bati)
- Local Heritage
- Functionalist brick architecture (the 'Zlín Style')
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- ZOO Zlín & Lešná Castle (voted most beautiful ZOO in Czechia)
- National Parks Nearby
- Podyjí National Park (2 hours south) or Beskydy Protected Landscape Area (1 hour east)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Cyklostezka Bečva (nearby) and the forest paths of Tlustá hora
- Scenic Viewpoints
- The rooftop of Building No. 21 (Bata Skyscraper)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Kudlov Reservoir surroundings
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Public fireplace at Paseky district
Essentials
- City
- Zlín, Zlín Region, Czech Republic
- Population
- 74,200
- Internet Speed
- Average 120 Mbps (Fiber available via O2 and Vodafone)
- Currency & Banking
- Czech Koruna (CZK), 1 USD ≈ 23.5 CZK, 1 EUR ≈ 25.3 CZK
- Tap Water
- Safe to drink, high quality
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/E sockets
- SIM Card
- O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone (Prepaid 10GB for approx. 450 CZK)
- Banking for Expats
- Raiffeisenbank, ČSOB, Revolut widely used
- Accommodation
- Apartments via Bezrealitky.cz, local FB groups, or Hotel Moskva
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards accepted in most shops and restaurants; small cafes might prefer cash
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Hotel Tomášov, Apartments Zlín
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Zlín (approx. 500 CZK/night), Dormitories of Tomas Bata University
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- City Center (Náměstí Míru area) for proximity to Bata architecture
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Letná (charming Bata brick houses) or Jižní Svahy (modern amenities and views)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Impact Hub Zlín (trida Tomase Bati 190, approx. 350 CZK/day)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Kafec Zlínský (nám. T. G. Masaryka 588) - stable WiFi and great waffles
- Networking Events
- TIC Zlín (Technological Innovation Centre) workshops and startup meetups
- Social Events for Expats
- Erasmus Student Network (ESN) Zlín events, 'Expats in Zlín' Facebook group
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Zásilkovna (Packeta) points are everywhere; Czech Post (Česká pošta)
- Tech Repair Services
- iOpravna (authorized Apple service near center)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Table tennis tables in the park near the university
- Language Classes
- Language School at Tomas Bata University
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Krajská knihovna Františka Bartoše (Building 15)
- Community Centers
- Alternativa - Cultural Institute Zlín
- Gaming Lounges
- Local gaming clubs near university dorms
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Bonver Zlín
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 85,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 30 m² = 2,550,000 CZK)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 65,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 30 m² = 1,950,000 CZK)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 80,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 50 m² = 4,000,000 CZK)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 60,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 50 m² = 3,000,000 CZK)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 75,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 5,625,000 CZK)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 55,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 4,125,000 CZK)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% (effective 2024/2025)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15%
- Tax System
- Taxation of worldwide income for tax residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 23% (for income exceeding 36x average wage)
- VAT
- 21% standard; 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 coefficient
- Property Transaction Tax
- Abolished since 2020 (0%)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Flat tax (Paušální daň) for freelancers around 7,500 CZK/month covering tax and insurance