What makes it 59% Baby-Friendly: Strollers fit and a lift reaches the upper chapel, but there is no listed nursing room or changing table, and long quiet periods can unsettle infants; parents should confirm facilities and keep the visit brief.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: A short visit lets you see the chapels, treasury, and relic without overstaying baby’s comfort window.
Explore the Lower Chapel:
Walk through the 12th-century Romanesque chapel on the ground floor.
Tip: Use the ground-level entrance to bring your stroller inside easily.
View the Holy Blood Relic:
Attend the daily 14:00-16:00 showing in the upper Gothic chapel.
Tip: Arrive at 14:00 to secure a spot and let your baby nap in the stroller.
Visit the Treasury Museum:
See the Great Shrine of the Holy Blood and medieval artifacts.
Tip: Kids under 12 enter free; keep the visit under 20 minutes for baby’s comfort.

Supakij Khomvilai
Beautiful church from century. Wooden architecture and peaceful there. The place where holy blood was kept. Enjoy !
Chlochlo
Visiting the Basilica of the Holy Blood was one of the most emotional and memorable moments of my trip. Nestled on the historic Burg Square, this church may look modest from the outside, but once you step inside, it reveals an atmosphere filled with reverence, history, and beauty that truly takes your breath away. I felt incredibly special and grateful to be there. to stand in such a sacred space...
Adrian Voicu
It’s easy to miss the Basilica of the Holy Blood, as it’s tucked away in a corner of Burg Square. The basilica has two chapels: a lower chapel and an upper chapel. The lower chapel, dedicated to St. Basil the Great, is a beautiful example of Romanesque architecture that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. The upper chapel is built in the Gothic style and was renovated in the 19th century...
Steven Cheng
If you just looked at it from the outside, it’s kind of dark. It’s kinda old. It’s kind of scary. But inside, is a beautiful piece! Visiting the Basilica of the Holy Blood is a two-part experience. The lower chapel, dedicated to St. Basil, is a striking contrast to the upper one. It's a rare example of Romanesque architecture in the region, featuring a dark, somber atmosphere with heavy pillars...
Irma Zandl
STUNNING!!!! There is a long line for people who want to kneel before the vial containing the relic of the Holy Blood, a phial believed to hold a cloth with the blood of Jesus Christ. The relic is presented on a reliquary and can only be viewed by visitors at specific times, often following a veneration ceremony. I didn't realize this was happening on the day/time I visited. But if you want to onl...
Avoid Ascension Day procession when crowds peak. Weekdays have fewer visitors and a calmer atmosphere for a baby.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Museum & Treasury tickets (2 adults) | EUR 10 |
| Optional donation | EUR 0 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 10 |
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