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When visiting Prague, you can’t miss its vibrant nightlife. The city brims with options, from stylish wine bars like Enoteca pouring natural wines to panoramic beer gardens such as Letná or Riegrovy Sady, where you can sip local brews while enjoying stunning city views. And, of course, there’s Karlovy Lazne: Central Europe’s largest nightclub, spanning five floors, complete with an Ice Bar and a robot bartender mixing cocktails. What area is best for nightlife in Prague? For an authentic local experience, avoid the crowded city centre and tourist-heavy pub crawls. Instead, explore the neighbourhoods of Karlín, Holešovice, Letná, and Vinohrady. Here, you’ll discover Prague’s true spirit, lively bars, and pints for as little as €2, while soaking up the city’s unforgettable energy. Wherever your night starts (and ends), here are the best spots for going out in Prague, chosen by us.  📍 Discover the ultimate guide to restaurants and bars in Prague This guide was recently updated by Yaren Fadiloglulari, a writer based in Prague. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

Spring 2025: Spending spring in Prague? That’s probably the best time to visit, just before the tourist rush returns. The city comes alive with blooming cherry trees and magnolias, while Prague’s embankments invite visitors to enjoy beers and cheers. Don’t miss the reopening of Prague Planetarium with its cutting-edge LED dome, the renovated Nová Spirála Theatre, and Open House Prague, where you can explore hidden architectural treasures. The National Gallery has its spring opening too, concluding the season with the exhibition Silent Spring: Art and Nature 1930–1970. Even a random street can feel like the most picturesque one in Prague. This was my first impression when I moved to the city in 2022 – beauty is everywhere. But so are microbreweries, sprawling parks, world-famous landmarks, on-trend saunas – I could go on. Yaren Fadiloglulari  RECOMMENDED: Ultimate guide to what to do in Prague What can I not miss in Prague? There are activities a-plenty here, but the non negotiables are strolling through Prague’s beautiful Old Town, spending a sunny day in the scenic Letná Park, and the Malá Strana neighbourhood, where you’ll find Prague Castle. Two tips for first-time visitors: look carefully – even in the most crowded places like Old Town Square, you can find a nice viewpoint, an unexpected cafe, or a historic alley. And do get out of the old town to discover other neighbourhoods like Vinohrady and Holešovice – these places are where locals hang out, which often means bette