We had heard this was the most frequented tourist destination in Karlovy Vary and we understood why. The views are just phenomenal. There are 2 ways one can reach this, either through funicular rail or via a long steep trek. We decided to take the funicular rail while ascending and then could trek down. Once we reached the top i.e. base of Diana tower, there are a set of spiralling stairs that took us right up there. It has a 360 degree view and is quite beautiful. Some say you can see Germany from up there but am not sure of that. At the base, there is a store that sells drinks and merchandise for interested travellers. Must visit.
The lady who is working in the ticket office is not nice. However, it is her problem, don' t be upset as her unfriendly. If having enough time, go there to have a cup of hot chocolate in a cafe as there are 2 lovely peacocks near the window.
Dear Madam,thank you for your review.Diana tourist complex is not closed for winter, but just for 12-19 days during January or February. We have to obey the law of our goverment which says, that every year we are obligated to check the safety of our funicular service (incl. breaks try-out, cable test...). Every year, we use this ´testing break´ also to renovate and enhance our restaurant, out-look tower etc. Concrete dates we are closed because of the mentioned reason are always declared on our official website. We are sorry we have recieved just an average rating from you. Hope to see you back in the future once we´ll be in full service to change your mind about our place. Kind regards, Michael Kucera, manager.
Nothing special with this place , also but cafeteria up there and rude people working on teleferic. Everywhere Russians steering on you!
This is one of the best trips you can make in Karlovy Vary. Take the cable car from Pupp Hotel, eat in the restaurant on the top of the hill, look at the mini-zoo behind and then climb the tower (or take the elevator!). For small price you get wonderful views on the city and surroundings. And you can take one of the many walks to go back down to the downtown.
The Diana Tower located on the hill in the forest behind Grandhotel Pupp. You can reach the tower by walking along forest trails or by the funicular. We took one way ticket to reach to the hill near tower and we went back by walk. It was very nice.
Away from whatever crowds Karlovy Vary could ever have, this fun ride up the hill to a lookout tower with gorgeous views followed by a special drink or food in the neighboring restaurant. Must do it all.
Great view over Karlovy Vary and the surrounding area it breath taking. You will no forget this this town.
It's not really much architecturally, but you get great views of the forest and surround Karlovy Vary.
The ride up and down on the funicular was interesting. The views from the top of the tower were quite good. The mini-zoo was quite fun, with peacocks, ponies , baby goats and pigs. Not worth doing on a foggy day, and not worth attempting if you are afraid of heights, but if you have a spare couple of hours, give it a try!