Valdická brána Jičín

Location: Valdštejnovo náměstí, 506 01 Jičín · Hradec Králové Region

Category: viewing tower

Renaissance gate from 1568–1578, 52.8 metres tall – the landmark of Jičín. The viewing gallery at 32 metres offers a panoramic view of the Bohemian Paradise and the Krkonoše Mountains. The tour includes an exhibition of sculptures and puppets by Petr Kavan. One of the most characteristic sites of Jičín.

Why visit this place?

• Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 962 visitors on Google Maps — one of the three best-rated places in this category in the Hradec Králové Region.
• Allow roughly half an hour; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 54 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• The whole programme is indoors, so rain is not a problem.

Practical information

• Opening hours: Season spring–autumn; current hours at www.jicin.org
• Typical visit: 30 min
• Admission: adults 70 CZK, children 30 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.7 ★ from 962 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Tower tour with historical commentary

Official website: https://www.jicin.org/en/valdice-tower

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