Nightlife in Prague
Prague is home to some of the world's best beer ( pivo). Local pubs and beer halls close early - 11pm - while cocktail bars, such as Tretters in Staré Mě sto, the old town, are open until the early hours and clubs often past dawn. Check out renowned classical sounds and arts at the National Theatre, or jazz in intimate, back-street bars. Dress up for Staré Mě sto and Nové Mě sto and down for Vinohrady and žižkov. Smoking is allowed everywhere.
Pivovarský Dùm
House of brewing
Boutique brewery, Pivovarský dùm (literally, the House of Brewing) serves up
exotic brews (champagne, banana) in Nové Město. The tradional-style
food and service can be variable but its copper vats and vintage brewing
paraphernalia make this a smart meeting spot.
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Address
15, Lípová, Nové Mìsto, 120 44 Prague 2
Telephone
+420 296 216 666
Tretter's
Sophisticated cocktails
Tretter's is dominated by its bar and is loved by its loyal band of suited
B-list celebrities, locals and expats. The bar staff are masterful and the
cocktails some of the best in the city - try the Bloody Mary.
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Address
3, V kolkovne, 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 224 811 165
Transport
Staromestská Metro
Blue Light
An older cocktail crowd
Blue Light in Malá Strana has long been a favourite for those in the know.
This bastion of late-night cocktail drinking plays great tunes to an older,
but no less lively, crowd. Share a table and read the walls…
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Address
42/1, Josefská, 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 257 533 126
U Zlatého tygra
A Czech tradition
U Zlatého tygra in Staré Město is one of the greatest pubs in the
great tradition of Czech beer. Former President of the Czech Republic,
Václav Havel brought Bill Clinton here and local luminaries are among the
regulars.
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Address
228/17, Husova, 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 222 221 111
Blind Eye
Alternative cocktails
Having gone through speakeasy mode for a while, Blind Eye is now legit. But
not too legit... we are in Žižkov after all. Expect late-night drinks, cool
tunes and strange karaoke from the often young, but always varied, crowd.
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Legends
Champions League for breakfast
Legends is one of the best sports bars in Prague. It is located in one of the
oldest squares in Staré Město but screens are modern and many. An
excellent kitchen, live music and karaoke nights attract visitors daily.
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Address
1, Týn (Ungelt), 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 224 895 404
Prague Saints
Prague gay scene
Drop into the small but perfectly formed Prague Saints for the lowdown on the
renowned and varied gay scene around Vinohrady and beyond. Friendly and
cosy, it's open to all. The English owners import English snacks, drinks and
magazines.
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Address
32, Polská, 120 00 Prague 2
Telephone
+420 222 250 326
RadostFX
Glitter and glam
Upstairs is a Middle Eastern lounge and vegetarian restaurant but don't miss
the underground RadostFX club. This Nové Město institution attracts
the young and beautiful for mostly RnB and hip hop with occasional visits
from international DJs.
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Address
120, Belehradská, 120 00 Prague 2
Telephone
+420 603 181 500
Roxy
Cosmopolitan and scruffy club
Roxy is Prague's legendary venue for live music and DJ nights. This Staré
Město stalwart attracts international and local names and DJs spin
house, progressive house and breakbeats. Cheap drinks and rough-and-ready
chic draw crowds of locals and foreigners.
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Address
33, Dlouhá, 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 224 826 296
Mecca
Prague's superclub
Prague's superclub is somewhat off the beaten track in Holešovice
but is the place to be seen. Location aside, people still come to Mecca in
their droves for good international and local DJs. The music is mostly
commercial house and electro.
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Address
3, U Pruhonu, 170 00 Prague 7
Telephone
+420 283 870 522
Palác Akropolis
Wonderfully eclectic entertainment
Palác Akropolis (Akropolis Palace) bridges Vinohrady and
Žižkov and hosts some of the best live acts in town. From
international to local bands, this stage has seen it all. DJs keep things
moving till dawn.
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Address
1548/27, Kubelíkova, 130 00 Prague 3
Telephone
+42 (0) 296 330 911
National Theatre
Symbol of nationhood
From 1881, the gilt-topped National Theatre (Národní divadlo) on the Vltava
in Nové Město has hosted world-class opera, drama and ballet. Along
with the Estates Theatre and State Opera, head here for cultural pursuits -
and stunning interiors.
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Address
1, Ostrovní, Nove Město, 112 30 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 224 901 448
Rock Café
Renowned late, live venue
Just past Reduta Jazz Café and through its whisky-walled upstairs bar lies
Prague's renowned Rock Café. This Nové Město venue rocks till late
with live acts from home and abroad before DJs take over. Again, the talent
dictates the crowd.
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Address
20, Národní, 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 224 933 947
U malého glena
Jazz and blues venue
The wooden bar descends into Prague's best and smallest venue for jazz, blues
and more. U malého glena in Malá Strana has a weekly roster of musical
greats, plus open mic night. Come early for a table then stay late.
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Address
23, Karmelitská, 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 257 531 717
Ta Fantastika
Black light theatre
Although originating in China, black light theatre has become a Czech
speciality. Ta Fantastika in the heart of Staré Město employs the
black box trick so props appear to move independently. It's appropriate (and
fun) for all nationalities and ages.
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Address
8, Karlová, 110 00 Prague 1
Telephone
+420 222 221 366
