The best Prague nightlife: where to go out in 2025

Hemingway Bar must be one of Prague’s top cocktail bars... if not the best. The bar is named after Ernest Hemingway himself – that guy loved a drink, after all, and these days the bar keeps that predilection of his alive, boasting as it does a menu of more than 200 rums (plus a dangerously wide absinthe selection). Hemingway is an essential stop for any self-respecting hedonist.

Address: Opatovická 1737/3, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday 5pm-1am, Friday-Saturday 5pm-2am

You know what they say: when in Prague, drink beer. And Dva Kohouti is the place to try some of the best. A 10-minute tram ride from Prague’s centre, this bar prides itself on bringing a brewery and a taproom together. On tap, there are always plenty of different beers to choose from, from lager to IPA, and there’s often live DJ sets on weekends. 

Address: Sokolovská 81/55, 186 00 Praha 8-Karlín, Czechia

Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday 5pm-12am, Friday-Saturday 5pm-2am

Recently opened in 2024 and already making waves, Forbina Bar is a cocktail spot inspired by the National Theatre’s repertoire of iconic ballets and legendary operas. It’s located right across from the New Stage and perfect for a post-theatre drink.
We loved everything about it: the personalised concept, inventive cocktails, and warm, theatrical atmosphere. Every detail is thoughtfully curated, from the décor to the menu, and though prices are high, we can guarantee it’s most definitely worth it. 

Time Out tip: Don’t miss the signature Rusalka and Snow Queen cocktails – as memorable as the performances that inspired them. 

Address: Národní 1, 110 00 Staré Město, Prague 1, Czechia

Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 5pm-1am, Friday-Saturday 5pm-2am, closed on Sundays

A two-floor venue with a homely vibe, Cafe V Lese is located a couple of tram stops away from Miru Square, in the perpetually happening area of Vrsovice. The space bills itself as a ‘cabaret and activist style cafe’ and puts on an unbelievably eclectic series of events. Berserk gigs, flea markets, avant-garde performances, screenings, onstage interviews and panel discussions make up a fraction of what you’ll see on Cafe V Lese’s subterranean stage.

Address: Krymská 12, 101 00 Praha 10, Vršovice, Czechia

Opening hours: Monday–Saturday 4pm-2am, Sunday 4pm-12am

If you want plenty of history with your beer, head to The Golden Tiger. The Prague 1 location means a slightly more expensive beer, but where else can you sip in such celebrated surroundings? Bill Clinton has drank here, for goodness sake. Bohumil Hrabal (one of the greatest of all Czech writers) was a frequent visitor back in the day, a stamp of approval that most places would die for.

Address: Husova 17, 110 00 Staré Město, Prague 1, Czechia

Opening hours: Monday-Sunday 3pm-11pm

At various points during the summer, the whole of Prague seems to become one big beer garden, but the gorgeous views and history of Letná keep it at the very top of the table. It happens to be at the very top of the city too, so you can enjoy a pint with a view. Come night, the Metronome is home to a cultural centre called Stalin Letna, which hosts live concerts, DJs, electronic music events, and alternative projects from Wednesday to Sunday.

Address: Letenská pláň, 170 00 Praha 7, Czechia

Opening hours: Letná Beer Garden open 11am-11pm, general park open 24 hours daily

All sorts of popular with Prague’s ever-thirsty crowd of artists, Café Jericho hums with conversation and pivo from open to close. A somewhat hidden side street location adds another layer of magic to the place, and most evenings see the place spill out onto the pavement outside. A variety of traditional snacks accentuate the beer, although you’ll see as much wine being enjoyed here as you will the amber nectar.

Address: Opatovická 26/154, 110 00 Praha 1, Nové Město, Czechia

Opening hours: Monday-Friday 11am-1am, Saturday 3pm-1am, Sunday 3pm-12am

This underground club has different rooms, live music, and DJs as other clubs do, but also a pizza stand, cinema, foosball table, homemade food, and several bars. Dog Bar’s atmosphere alone makes it worth visiting, then it’s up to you if you want to enjoy live music, dance the night away, or play foosball. To get in, you’ll need cash, so you can top up the card you’ll get. You can then use your card to get food or drinks.

Address: Národní 339/11, 110 00 Praha 1, Staré Město, Czechia

Opening hours: Sunday-Tuesday 9pm-3am, Wednesday-Saturday 8pm-4am

The word ‘iconic’ gets overused in the modern age, but the adjective is more than apt for this famous spot. Dark, dingy, yet utterly delightful, Strahov 007 has been a rebellious venue in the city since 1969 with no end in sight, making it one of the longest-tenured clubs in Prague. Simply get the tram to Strahov stadium and follow the crowds.

Address: Chaloupeckého 1915/7, 169 00 Praha 6, Břevnov, Czechia

Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday 7pm-12am, Friday-Saturday 7pm-1am

Once a city abattoir, MeetFactory is now a homage to all things creative. Part market, gallery and theatre, it also doubles up as a popular party and concert spot with an ever-eclectic schedule of events for all tastes. It also has a bike repair shop, although why you’re taking your bike to the nightclub is another thing entirely.

Address: Ke Sklárně 3213/15, 150 00 Praha 5, Smíchov, Czechia

Opening hours: Daily 1pm-8pm (but open later for events)