Located in South Bohemia, near the Czech Republic’s southern border, Cesky Krumlov is a compact, photogenic town with obvious tourist appeal. Best explored on foot - you can traverse the town in just 20 minutes - Cesky Krumlov is packed full of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, as well as historic sights, lively bars and sidewalk cafes. A must-see is the 13th-century Cesky Krumlov Castle, which boasts a large and lovely garden and an original 17th-century Baroque theatre. Make sure you climb up to the castle’s bell tower, where you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the old town and the nearby river. Although quite a distance from Prague (about 3 or 4 hours if travelling by train or bus), an excursion to Cesky Krumlov will be well worth the effort.