How to Access the Villa Tugendhat Grounds

You do not need to book months ahead to see the grounds. The garden-only ticket is available directly at the villa entrance. This ticket allows you to walk around the entire structure. You can see the famous glass walls and the steel frame up close. It is a great way to experience this UNESCO World Heritage site without a reservation.

The garden offers a unique perspective of the building's design. You can see how Mies van der Rohe integrated the house with the slope. The view looking up at the villa from the lawn is iconic. It is often less crowded than the interior tours. This makes it perfect for photography and quiet reflection.

For more details on the site's history, check our Villa Tugendhat visiting guide. The garden ticket is very affordable for budget travelers. It usually costs only a few dollars. Always check the official website for seasonal opening hours before your visit.

10 Best Things to Do Near Villa Tugendhat

If you are visiting Villa Tugendhat gardens without a tour, you have plenty of other options. The surrounding neighborhood of Černá Pole is full of architectural gems. You can easily spend a whole day exploring this part of Brno. Here are the top ten experiences to add to your itinerary.

1. Name: Villa Tugendhat Garden Type: Sight Why go: Experience the exterior architecture and city views. Best for: Photographers and architecture fans. Where: Černá Pole. Time: 45 minutes. Cost: Low (Garden ticket). Getting there: Tram 9 or 11 to Tomanova. Tip: Visit at sunset for the best light on the glass.
2. Name: Villa Löw-Beer Type: Museum Why go: See the home of Greta Tugendhat’s parents. Best for: History buffs. Where: Right behind Villa Tugendhat. Time: 1 hour. Cost: Moderate. Getting there: Walk through the garden gate. Tip: The two gardens are connected by a small gate.
3. Name: Villa Stiassni Type: Sight Why go: Explore another famous functionalist villa with a huge garden. Best for: Garden lovers. Where: Pisárky district. Time: 1.5 hours. Cost: Moderate. Getting there: Tram 1 to Výstaviště. Tip: It is often called the "Government Villa."
4. Name: Jurkovič House Type: Sight Why go: See a unique mix of folk art and modernism. Best for: Design enthusiasts. Where: Žabovřesky. Time: 1 hour. Cost: Moderate. Getting there: Tram 1 or 12. Tip: It looks like a colorful gingerbread house.
5. Name: Lužánky Park Type: Nature Why go: Relax in the oldest public park in the Czech Republic. Best for: Families and picnics. Where: Near the city center. Time: 1-2 hours. Cost: Free. Getting there: 10-minute walk from Villa Tugendhat. Tip: Look for the beautiful neo-Renaissance pavilion.
6. Name: Era Café Type: Experience Why go: Drink coffee in a perfectly preserved functionalist building. Best for: Foodies. Where: Černá Pole. Time: 1 hour. Cost: Price of a meal. Getting there: 5-minute walk from the villa. Tip: Try the local Czech desserts here.
7. Name: Špilberk Castle Type: Sight Why go: Visit the massive fortress overlooking the city. Best for: History lovers. Where: City center hill. Time: 2-3 hours. Cost: Moderate. Getting there: Walk up from Husova street. Tip: Check our guide for Špilberk Castle tickets.
8. Name: Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul Type: Sight Why go: See the twin towers that define the Brno skyline. Best for: Viewpoints. Where: Petrov Hill. Time: 1 hour. Cost: Free (Towers have a fee). Getting there: Walk from the main station. Tip: Read more about the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul before you go.
9. Name: Brno Central Cemetery Type: Nature Why go: See the graves of famous locals like Leoš Janáček. Best for: Quiet walks. Where: South Brno. Time: 1.5 hours. Cost: Free. Getting there: Tram 2 or 5. Tip: Use the official site to find specific graves.
10. Name: Brno Exhibition Centre Type: Experience Why go: Walk through a massive complex of modern pavilions. Best for: Large-scale architecture. Where: Pisárky. Time: 1 hour. Cost: Free (unless there is an event). Getting there: Tram 1. Tip: Check the DPMB site for the best tram routes.