Must-see nightlife in Czechia

  • Prolog

    Prague

    Arguably Smíchov's most upscale watering hole, this classy cocktail bar, with a subdued interior of dark woods and black leather, draws an after-work…

  • Atmosféra u zámku

    Moravia

    This cozy, inviting corner cafe, just near the main entrance to the Archbishop's Chateau, offers a welcome retreat after scrambling up the chateau tower…

  • New York Barcaffe

    Bohemia

    One of those tough-to-pigeonhole places, this is a popular cafe most of the day, but transforms into a lively bar at night. We like it because they also…

  • Café Kampus

    Staré Město

    This laid-back cafe doubles as an art gallery and event venue (talks, live music, lectures), and is hugely popular with students from Charles University…

  • Egon Schiele Café

    Český Krumlov

    A lovely cafe housed in the Egon Schiele art gallery, with ancient oak floorboards, mismatched furniture and a grand piano with sawn-off legs serving as a…

  • Kávovarna

    Prague

    This retro-styled place has bentwood chairs and curved wooden benches in the dimly lit front room (there’s another room beyond the bar), with exhibitions…

  • Dog’s Bollocks

    Prague

    This classy bar, restaurant and nightspot is not far from the Staropramen Brewery and is a great choice if you’re staying in the area and don’t want to go…

  • Bonvivant's

    Prague

    If you're seeking good cocktails and a low-key, unpretentious vibe, Bonvivant's is the right choice. If you're bar-hopping around Vinohrady, it's a good…

  • Pivnice Štupartská

    Staré Město

    Big, busy beer hall that's all stained glass, tightly packed tables, wood panelling and dried hops and serving Kozel and Gambrinus lagers. It's crowded…

  • Cafe Citadela

    Prague

    This relaxed beer garden and cafe is the perfect place to cool off under the trees. You’ll find it just on the edge of the sculpture garden, south of the…

  • Luft

    Prague

    In this dark, moody cafe on the outskirts of Stromovka park, ambient electronic music and strong coffee fuels hipsters tinkering on laptops. Luft also…

  • Kavárna Obecní Dům

    Staré Město

    The spectacular cafe in Prague’s opulent Municipal House offers the opportunity to sip your cappuccino amid an orgy of art-nouveau splendour. In addition…

  • Deci Deci

    Moravia

    Stylish wine and coffee bar, with a nice selection of wines from the Znojmo wine-growing region. To pair with the wines, there's plenty of cheeses,…

  • U Houbaře

    Prague

    This old-school Czech pub, with all its wooden accents and vintage posters, is a real time warp. The secret behind its long-standing success with the…

  • U Rudolfina

    Staré Město

    A rare Old Town pivnice (small beer hall) that doesn’t actively woo tourists, but gets them regardless. Descend to the downstairs bar, often filled with…

  • Monolok

    Prague

    A popular cafe with a nice back patio and waterfall in the Vinohrady neighbourhood. Relax in one of the comfortable armchairs, enjoying locally roasted…

  • Irish Pub

    Bohemia

    Old typewriters and vintage green bicycles create a suitably Irish ambience for the best craic in Mariánské Lázně. Lots of Irish whiskeys are on hand, as…

  • Dobrá Čajovna

    Prague

    Escape the bustle of Wenceslas Square to this secluded, alleyway teahouse that's been brewing up since 1993. It stocks every kind of tea imaginable, plus…

  • Coffee Corner

    Prague

    Covered in plush furniture and soothing earthy colours, Coffee Corner is the perfect place to start the day. Its homemade baking especially hits the spot,…

  • Erhartova Cukrárna

    Prague

    Find this stylish 1930s-era cafe and sweet shop in a refurbished functionalist building. It draws a mix of students, older folk and mothers with strollers…

  • Hospoda U Buldoka

    Prague

    The Bulldog pub has it all: a quiet setting with good Pilsner Urquell beer and decent Czech pub food during the day, while evenings bring out a rowdier…

  • Vinograf

    Malá Strana

    A smaller and more intimate branch of the pioneering Nové Město wine bar, this place specialises in the best of Bohemian and Moravian wines and offers a…

  • Kafemat

    Prague

    This little hole-in-the-wall reputedly serves some of the city's best coffee. Order at the bar and take one of the few seats scattered around, or grab…

  • U Richarda

    Brno

    This microbrewery is highly popular with students, who come for the great house-brewed, unpasteurised yeast beers, including a rare cherry-flavoured lager…

  • Café Dolce Vita

    Moravia

    Tasty cakes and coffee are served up in a clean, comfortable setting on the main square, just beside the road leading up to Mikulov Chateau. There's good…

  • Coffee Room

    Prague

    A tiny speciality coffee shop with a variety of brews, including hand brew and batch brew, and seasonal specials. It also put avocado toast on Prague's…

  • Zapa Cafe

    Český Krumlov

    Perfect spot along the main drag to stop for a coffee or grab an ice cream or something sweet. Friendly staff and reliable wi-fi add to the charm. They…

  • The Black Stuff

    Olomouc

    Cosy, old-fashioned Irish bar with several beers on tap and a large and growing collection of single malts and other choice tipples. Attracts a mixed…

  • Olala Cafe

    Plzeň

    This clean, modern cafe right on the central square is a lifesaver if you need a strong cup and/or good wi-fi. A nice selection of cakes, sweets and ice…

  • Galerie Azyl

    Plzeň

    Locals kick-off the morning with an excellent espresso here. Later in the day, Galerie Azyl morphs into a classy cocktail bar. Quirky artwork surrounds…

  • Freedom Cafe

    Karlovy Vary

    No-frills, central cafe has good coffee, plenty of cakes and sweets, and reliable wi-fi, making it an ideal pitstop to recharge, check email and post…

  • MP7

    Bohemia

    Dance music, jazz, reggae and house all occasionally feature at this art gallery/garden cafe/cocktail bar. It's a good spot to ask about live gigs around…

  • Vinařské Centrum

    Moravia

    This drinking room has an excellent range of local wines available in small tasting glasses (20Kč to 60Kč), or whole bottles when you've made up your mind.

  • V Cafe

    Prague

    This pretty summer terrace may be the nicest place within the Vyšehrad citadel area to relax over a coffee, beer or light meal of grilled sausages.

  • Té & Café Kratochvíle

    Olomouc

    A global array of tea and coffee, an interesting selection of beers and wines, and a laid-back Zen ambience make this a good spot to recharge.

  • Kofarna

    Malá Strana

    Very good, home-roasted coffees, fresh-made lemonades and lots of appetising cakes and sandwiches to eat in at this tiny cafe, or take away.

  • Kavárna Vrátka

    Moravia

    This family-friendly coffee house has excellent coffee concoctions and homemade cakes, and is just steps away from the Rear (New) Synagogue.

  • Dobrý Ročník

    Moravia

    A pleasant little wine and coffee bar, serving local wines by the glass or the bottle.

  • Cukrárna-Kavárna Haas

    Moravia

    Delicious chocolates, cakes, sweets and coffee, just a few steps from the main square.

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    Žlutá Pumpa

    Prague

    There aren’t many student watering holes left in trendy Vinohrady, but the ‘Yellow Pump’ has been a neighbourhood fixture for over a decade. There’s a…

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