Time Out magazine was founded in 1968, and is now an international publication that covers interesting facts and news about tourism and culture in countries around the globe. In one of their latest issues, they ranked Brno as the second best city to visit in Europe for a city break in 2022. Their despriction of the city:
Although sandwiched between Prague and Vienna, self-confident Brno is no middle child. Once a powerhouse dubbed the ‘Moravian Manchester’, the laidback Czech second city has repositioned itself as a post-industrial science and tech hub. But you’ll find plenty of clues to Brno’s layered past at a clutch of offbeat underground attractions, including the mysterious brick cisterns at Žlutý Kopec, communist-era nuclear bunker 10-Z, and the ‘Denis’ bomb shelter under the cathedral. The food and drink scene is reinventing itself too, from contemporary international at Element to Výčep na Stojáka, a modern take on a trad pub.
The perfect day: After breakfast at Café Momenta, head up to Špilberk Castle and grab lunch at Cafe Placzek. Explore the historic centre before dinner at Atelier Bar & Bistro and a nightcap at Rotor Bar.
Plan your trip: The Industrial project celebrates Brno’s manufacturing tradition, with several former industrial buildings opening to the public for the first time in 2022. Káznice, a Habsburg-era prison, is also being redeveloped and will host events in summer. —David Creighton