Freedom square is considered one of the most spacious squares in old Brno. It was founded in the XIII century and was formerly known as the Lower market. Along its perimeter built their palaces and mansions of the most respected citizens of Brno. Unfortunately, none of those buildings have not survived to our days in its original form. They were subjected to reconstruction, during which the updated facades, and completely changed the face. Some of them were United in one complex, the other destroyed. The fate of the latter befell the old Cathedral of St. Nicholas, which until 1870 was decorated with the square and took parishioners. Now instead of a magnificent Cathedral you can see the tram station. On the ruins of the temple during repairs discovered several tombs and underground labyrinth. Tourists can understand where stood the Cathedral, focusing on its outline on the pavement.

The square is decorated with the plague column, which is usually erected in gratitude to the heavenly patrons for protection from the plague. However, this sculptural composition dedicated to the victory over the Swedes.

Freedom square is a place in the old town, where life abounds. Here crowded at any time of day: morning, mothers walk their children, day important matrons visit the shops in the evening young people sitting on benches and drinking beer in bars, Nightclubs hear electronic music. Here are the Christmas and Easter markets, installs the most beautiful Christmas tree and Nativity scene under it.

Tour local guides recommended to view the gloomy House of lords of Lipa, decorated with intricate paintings, and house of the four idiots", so named because its vaults supported by four Atlanta with a pretty stupid persons.