While most of its architecture dates only to the 19th Century, Karlovy Vary boasts an elaborate Baroque Church of St. Mary Magdalene, the work of famous architect Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer.

Other notable sights include the gold-domed Russian Orthodox Church of Sts. Peter and Paul, which was built here with funds provided by visiting Russian nobility.

Karlovy Vary is known as the home of the world-famous Moser glass factory. Located on the outskirts of the city, the factory can be toured. A company store is on premises.
www.moser-glass.com

The herbal liqueur, Becherovka, which is reputed to have medicinal properties, is also made in Karlovy Vary. The spicy-tasting yellowish liqueur is made from an old recipe containing a secret mixture of herbs. The factory offers tours concluded by a visit to the tasting room; moderation is advised, however.
www.becherovka.com

The nearby medieval town of Loket boasts a well-preserved early Gothic castle and town center, and is popular with film crews as well as visitors.

The castle of Becov nad Teplou, recently renovated, offers tours of its interiors as well as its terraced gardens.