Votice Travel Guide
City Czech city in Central Bohemia with history
Central Bohemian market town used as a base for biking and forest walks; visitors explore a compact historic centre, parish churches, nearby quarries and trails that lead into rolling orchards.
Why Visit Votice? #
Parish churches, forested hills and a compact historic center characterize Votice for curious travelers. The town’s market square and nearby hiking trails invite relaxed strolls, and local pubs serve hearty Czech dishes and regional beers. It’s a quiet base for exploring the Central Bohemian countryside, with easy access to nature walks and small-scale cultural events.
Top Things to Do in Votice
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- Votice town square - Central square with local shops, cafés and municipal buildings to explore.
- Church of St. Lawrence - Historic church near the centre featuring notable interior detailing and history.
- Local open-air events - Seasonal markets and cultural programs held in the town throughout the year.
- Forest trails around Vlašim Hill - Nearby wooded trails offering quiet hiking and nature watching opportunities.
- Small craft workshops - Local artisan studios producing ceramics, woodwork and regional handicrafts.
- Rural farm cafés - Family-run farm cafés serving homemade cakes, coffee and regional specialties.
- Konopiště Castle - Historic château with gardens and armory located within an hour's drive.
- Sedlčany and the Sázava Valley - Riverside towns and scenic valleys ideal for canoeing and countryside walks.
Best Time to Visit Votice #
Visit Votice from late spring to early autumn for the best weather-comfortable temperatures and great conditions for hiking and sightseeing. Winters are cold and quieter.
Best Time to Visit Votice #
Votice's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (578 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. The driest month with just 27 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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How to Get to Votice
Votice is reachable from Prague (Václav Havel) by a combination of train or bus via Benešov/Tábor or by car. Regional trains are practical for the trip; driving shortens travel time and helps when visiting nearby countryside.
Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): The main airport serving central Bohemia. From Prague, travel to Votice is typically by rail via Benešov or by coach; total travel time is about 1-1.5 hours from Prague by car and 1.5-2 hours by public transport. Expect coach or train+regional transfer fares in the range 120-250 CZK (€5-€10).
Brno-Tuřany Airport (BRQ): Brno is farther away and used mainly when flying into southern Moravia; onward travel to Votice involves a long rail or road journey (several hours), so Prague is generally the preferred air gateway.
Train: Votice is served by regional trains (České dráhy) on routes connecting to Benešov and Tábor; typical travel time from Prague (via Benešov) is around 1.5-2 hours and single fares are commonly 100-250 CZK depending on ticket type.
Bus: Regional buses connect Votice with Benešov, Tábor and other local centres; buses are frequent enough for day trips and fares are modest (tens to low hundreds of CZK).
How to Get Around Votice #
Votice is a compact town that’s easy to walk around in the centre. Short trips by bike are practical and common in the surrounding countryside. Regional buses and some train services connect Votice with nearby towns; frequencies vary, so check timetables. Taxis are available but not numerous; for larger services you may need to travel to nearby Tábor or Benešov.
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Where to Eat in Votice #
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Votice's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Votice #
Nightlife is limited to small pubs, local bars and occasional community events. There are no large nightlife venues; most evenings are quiet and local.
Shopping in Votice #
Shopping is basic: groceries, a few independent retailers and everyday services cover most needs. For department stores or bigger supermarket chains travel to the nearest larger towns.
