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St Barbara's Cathedral

A Gothic masterpiece built by medieval silver miners, with tent-like spires and painted vaults.

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Time needed: 1 hour
Entry: Paid
Best time: Morning
Area: Old Town

A Gothic cathedral with tent-like spires.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Jakubská 1, 284 01 Kutná Hora

From Prague: About 1 hour by train to Kutná Hora, then a local bus or walk.
Combo: Combined tickets with Sedlec Ossuary are available.
Walk: Approach along the Barborská promenade of statues.

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The story of St Barbara's Cathedral

Kutná Hora grew rich from silver mining in the Middle Ages, rivalling Prague. Its miners funded St Barbara's, dedicated to their patron saint, starting in 1388.

Its three tent-shaped spires and flying buttresses are unique, and inside, frescoes show miners and coin-makers at work. The town centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Best time to visit

Best season

April to October.

Best time of day

Morning.

Day trip

Easy from Prague.

Tips before you go

Don't miss the painted ceilings.
Walk the statue-lined promenade from the Jesuit College.
Look for the miners in the chapel frescoes.

Best hotels near St Barbara's Cathedral

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Hotel U Kata

Small hotel in the old town.

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Hotel Opat

Central hotel near the cathedral path.

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What's around St Barbara's Cathedral

Sedlec OssuaryBone chapel nearby.
Jesuit CollegeArt gallery beside the cathedral.
Italian CourtFormer royal mint.
Czech Museum of SilverMining museum.

Questions travellers ask

Who built St Barbara's?

It was funded by the town's silver miners.

Is Kutná Hora a UNESCO site?

Yes.

How far is it from Prague?

About 1 hour by train.