Best bars in Prague » summer terraces:

On winter nights, Lavka is a good spot for a drink and a dance. But on a hot summer's evening, Lavka makes for one of the best nights out in Prague. Whether you seek a quiet daytime drink by the river or a wild Prague stag night, the terraces, bars and dance areas at Lavka await. If you are on a pub crawl, either come early or leave Lavka until last, to party into the night.

Duplex boasts a terrific position atop a high building in Wenceslas Square. The restaurant is open all day, and makes for an impressive destination for a meal. Then, from 10pm it's all change, as Duplex transforms into Prague’s most exclusive club, with lounge style seating and some of the city's best DJ's. Outdoor terraces afford guests fantastic views over Prague.

Mama's is a stylish Czech restaurant and bar in the Old Town. The menu focuses on modern Czech cuisine, peppered with international dishes. Food is tasty, plentiful, well presented and very reasonably priced. They also do great cocktails, and in the summer Mama's offers al fresco dining on the square outside. Informal dining suitable for couples and for parties.

To start off a romantic evening in Prague, spend a few hours on the viewing terrace of the 5-star hotel, “U Prince”. Situated in the Old Town Square, almost at eye level with the clock on the famous Astronomical Clock Tower, the Roof Terrace Bar offers the most outstanding views of central Prague.

Caffrey’s is an Irish pub located right on the Old Town Square in Prague, next-door to the George & Dragon pub. Two large Plasma and 3 LCD TV screens show live sports, and there is always a welcoming atmosphere. The drinks selection is good and includes Irish Guinness, Kilkenny and Magner's Cider. Drinks are on the expensive side though.

The George & Dragon Pub is located right on the Old Town Square in Prague, next door to Caffrey's Irish Bar. With two large projection screens and six TVs, there is extensive coverage of English sports at high volume. You certainly won’t miss any of the action. The George & Dragon is popular with Prague stag parties (and hen nights looking for stag parties!).

Petrinske Terasy Pub is located high on Petrin Hill, on a level with Prague Castle. A former priests' refectory, Petrinske Terasy offers stunning panoramic views over Prague. In the summer, a large terrace opens for drinks, where visitors can bask in the sunshine and watch the sun set over the red rooftops of Prague.