Historic Pubs in Prague

Many pubs in Prague are set in ancient buildings, where the dramatic history of the city permeates the atmosphere. From Czech and Medieval pubs to beer halls, this is our pick of the best historic pubs in Prague.

These venues are featured in our complete Prague bars and pubs guide.

Municipal House Beer Hall

Address: Republic Square 5, Old Town, Prague 1

Municipal House Beer Hall in Prague is a premium traditional Czech restaurant. It serves the finest Czech cuisine and Pilsner Urquell in an authentic beer hall setting.
Live music every night 19:00-22:00.
TIP: Book through Prague Experience and get a free welcome beer.

U Pinkasu Czech Pub

Address: Jungmannovo namesti 15/16, New Town, Prague 1

In 1843, U Pinkasu became the first pub in Prague to serve Pilsner Urquell beer, the year after it was invented in Pilsen. This traditional Czech pub offers 5 rooms spread over three floors. During the warmer months, a beer garden opens at the rear of the pub in the grounds of the Church of Our Lady of the Snows; a unique setting in the heart of the city.

U Medvidku Czech Pub & Brewery

Address: Na Perstyne 7, Old Town, Prague 1

U Medvidku is a traditional Czech beer hall which dates from 1466. It serves tank beer, including the freshest Budvar (Budweiser) in Prague, and also brews its own beer in its onsite microbrewery. U Medvidku is a straight forward Czech pub, with various drinking areas, and is large enough to accommodate several hundred people.

U Zlatého Tygra Czech Pub

Address: Husova 17, Old Town, Prague 1

U Zlatého Tygra (Golden Tiger) is a famous traditional Czech pub in the Old Town in Prague, housed in a medieval building with Gothic cellars. U Zlatého Tygra is best known for its unwavering focus on beer, serving excellent Pilsner Urquell tank beer.

U Provaznice Czech Pub

Address: Provaznicka 3, New Town, Prague 1

For a good traditional Czech pub around Wenceslas Square, frequented by locals enjoying a glass of beer or wine (and the odd shot) with friends, look no further than U Provaznice. In the warmer months, there are pub benches outside.

U Vejvodu Czech Pub & Restaurant

Address: Jilska 4, Old Town, Prague 1

U Vejvodu is a historic pub, beer hall and restaurant all rolled into one. Along with hearty Czech pub food, U Vejvodu serves some of the freshest Pilsner Urquell beer in Prague. Prague stag nights, hen parties, couples and birthday parties mix in a vibrant atmosphere. Live accordion most nights.

Kolkovna Celnice Czech Pub

Address: V Celnici 4, Republic Square, New Town, Prague 1

Kolkovna Celnice is a Czech pub and restaurant situated at Republic Square, near Municipal House. It serves Pilsner Urquell tank beer and Czech food in a traditional pub style setting that blends warm contemporary colours with photos and memorabilia depicting the history of Czech beer brewing. In the summer, Kolkovna has a large outdoor terrace, which offers a pleasant spot to enjoy a few drinks in the sunshine.

U Fleku Beer Hall & Brewery

Address: Kremencova 11, New Town, Prague 1

U Fleku is a huge sprawling beer hall and microbrewery in the New Town. Of all the traditional Czech pubs in Prague, is it architecturally unrivalled. U Fleku brews its own beer on the premises and has live accordion all day. In the warmer months, a beer garden opens at the rear for outdoor drinking with a bit of ambience.

Kolkovna V Kolkovne Czech Pub

Address: V Kolkovne 8, Old Town, Prague 1

Kolkovna V Kolkovně is a traditional Czech pub in a quaint Old Town location in Prague. It serves fresh, unpasteurised Pilsner Urquell tank beer in a historic pub-style setting. Walls are decorated with artifacts from the early days of Pilsner Urquell brewing. Historical photos and advertisements hang alongside old tools and implements used in beer brewing, illustrating the heritage of Czechia's foremost beer.

U Rudolfina Czech Pub

Address: Krizovnicka 10, Old Town, Prague 1

U Rudolfina is a no‑nonsense, traditional Czech pub near Charles Bridge, characterised by arched ceilings, plain walls and heavy, dark wooden tables. The décor is sparse and functional, creating the feel of an old‑fashioned beer hall where the focus is firmly on serving fresh Pilsner Urquell tank beer.

U Sedmi Svabu Medieval Pub

Address: Jansky vrsek 14, Lesser Town, Prague 1

U Sedmi Svabu is an olde medieval style pub in the Lesser Town (Malá Strana), not too far below Prague Castle. In keeping with the historic feel of this area of Prague, U Sedmi Svabu has a roaring fire, suits of armour, stone walls and some cast-iron decor. It's dark and atmospheric, with tables lit by candlelight.