Meoweler
Czechia

Ostrava / Unleash your inner wild ostrich

MeowScore 😸86/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

May

Warm weather, outdoor activities and less crowded.

🌨️
january

Experience Ostrava's beautiful winter scenery. ❄️

🎉
february

Cultural events and music festivals fill the city. 🎶

🌷
march

Witness the arrival of spring blossoms. 🌸

🥚
april

Easter markets and traditional celebrations. 🐰

🏞️
may

Enjoy outdoor activities and the beginning of warm weather. ☀️

🍹
june

Experience the vibrant nightlife and music festivals. 🎵

🚣
july

Spend your days exploring the city, and watch the sunset over the river. 🌅

🎭
august

Experience the unique blend of cultures in Ostrava. 🌎

🧘
september

The city becomes less crowded; it's perfect for relaxation. 🌤️

🍁
october

Autumn colors make the city picturesque. 🍂

🎄
november

Experience the early advent season celebrations. 🕯️

🎁
december

Traditional Christmas markets and winter sports. ⛷️

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

🤑

As a visiting cat, the shopping prices in Ostrava seem moderate but not too cheap. Food and drinks are reasonably priced, but transportation and attractions can be pricey.

Visit the city's markets for affordable souvenirs and local produce. Plan your transportation and attractions in advance to save money.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short Getaway

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short Getaway

Ostrava is a city mainly for industry, hence short visits.

Tipping

5-10%

Standard European tipping etiquette

Tipping

5-10%

Standard European tipping etiquette

Credit cards accepted. Splitting bills is common. Table service, no need to tip at the bar.

internet situation

good Speed

Good speeds, but can be slow during peak hours.

great Availability

Widespread availability of broadband internet.

great Cellular

Most areas have good coverage with major carriers.

Electric socket type E

Common in France, Poland, Belgium, Czechia, Slovakia. Rounded plug with grounding clip, doesn't accept Type F.

CZK

1 CZK =
? USD

Currency converter

undefined

undefined

Sunrise
Sunset
Day length



biking possible

Decent infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure, lacking greenery

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Cat playground of steel and coal, with towers high and alleys narrow. Watch out for trams!

Purrfect place to chase pigeons and explore industrial ruins. Catnap in the park after.

Things to do

The mainstream

🌇
New City Hall Viewing Tower
🏰
Silesian-Ostrava Castle
🦁
Ostrava Zoo
🍻
Stodolní Street
🏭
Lower Vítkovice

The mainstream

🌇
New City Hall Viewing Tower

A 73-meter-tall tower offering a panoramic view of the city. Climb the winding stairs to the top (or take the elevator, for the lazier cats) and enjoy the bird's eye view of Ostrava and the surrounding mountains.

Google Maps
🏰
Silesian-Ostrava Castle

A neo-gothic castle with a picturesque park surrounding it. Purrfect for a leisurely walk and some Instagram-worthy photos, or for a peek into the history of the region.

Google Maps
🦁
Ostrava Zoo

A home to over 5,000 animals from all over the world. Meowvel at the majestic big cats, observe curious monkeys and swing with the gibbons, or take a ride on the mini-train around the park.

Google Maps
🍻
Stodolní Street

A hub of nightlife activity, dotted with bars and clubs. Perfect for cats who love to dance and socialize, but also for those who just enjoy sipping on a pint of milk in a lively atmosphere.

Google Maps
🏭
Lower Vítkovice

A former ironworks turned into a cultural and industrial center. Cat-alysts of all ages can explore interactive exhibitions and galleries in the impressive industrial buildings, or simply take a stroll in the park-like surroundings.

Google Maps

Off the beaten path

1
Lower Vítkovice
2
Silesian Ostrava Castle
3
Kuri Zoo
4
Cats Museum
5
The Secret Gardens

Off the beaten path

1
Lower Vítkovice

Explore the industrial heritage of the city and climb the old blast furnace for spectacular views. 🏭🔥🌇

Google Maps
2
Silesian Ostrava Castle

Step back in time and tour the architectural masterpiece of this historic castle. 🏰🌅🐉

Google Maps
3
Kuri Zoo

Get up close and personal with a variety of exotic and domestic animals including big cats. 🐅🦓🐿️

Google Maps
4
Cats Museum

Discover the history and culture of our feline friends in this quirky museum. 😺📚🎨

Google Maps
5
The Secret Gardens

Explore the hidden corners of this magical park full of lush greenery and hidden statues. 🌳🌸🐾

Google Maps

biking possible

Decent infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure, lacking greenery

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience the Coal Mining History

Visit the former coal mine site Petr Bezruč and learn about the hard-working cat miners in the 19th century.

Try Specialities at Stodolni Street

Stodolni Street is the cat-favorite destination for amazing local beer and traditional meals such as halušky (dumplings) and smažený sýr (fried cheese).

Enjoy the Greenery at Komenského Sady

Take a break from the city buzz and relax in the beautiful park Komenského Sady, known for its stunning gardens and peaceful atmosphere.

Useful external sites

www.visitostrava.eu

Visit Ostrava↗

Official tourism website for Ostrava

www.airport-ostrava.cz/en

Ostrava Airport↗

Information about the airport and flights

www.ostrmuzeum.cz/en

Ostrava City Museum↗

Museum showcasing the history of Ostrava

Beware, most of the content was generated by AI