Prague Visitor - January 2019

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WISHING YOU A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR! If you were here for New Year's Eve, or Silvestr as the Czechs call it, we hope you've survived the celebrations without too much of a hangover and little to no burn marks (Czechs love their fireworks, and there are virtually no laws limiting the use of them in the city.)

We've been busy celebrating the holidays and talking with both veteran and newcomer performers to Prague's cultural scene.

While the new biopic Bohemian Rhapsody encouraged a rush of renewed enthusiasm for Queen around the world, Prague has had another reason to love Queen for quite some time – Queenie. Branding themselves as concert theatre, THE

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the band has become one of the most successful tribute bands in the world due to their musical talent, commitment to authenticity and the energy they bring to the stage. You can catch them this month at Vagon, Kalích Theatre or as the lead role in the musical, Freddie.

At the historical Royal Theatre you can find the perfect Saturday-night hangout in Billy Rayner's Royal Boudoir show. Half lounge-style singing, half stand-up comedy and playful banter, the show is nostalgic for past eras of showmanship. Great for an entertaining show or simply a cozy spot to drink with friends.

We've also covered our favorite places in Malá

Strana to grab a drink. The neighborhood leading up to the castle is filled with tourist traps and extremely marked up prices, but we've called it home for over a year now. and taken on the task of discovering the best places. Speaking of, be sure and Check out our dining guide with corresponding map as well.

Don't forget you can also find over four hundred events in the pages that follow. From concerts, theatre, clubbing, festivals and more - we've got just about something for everyone. Enjoy your time in Prague and for even more recommendations on things to do, visit our website and don't forget to like us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram.

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Glenn Miller Orchestra Saturday, January 12 5 PM & 8 PM One of the most popular big bands for concert and swing, dating all the way back to 1938. Glenn Miller was the best-selling recording artist from 1939 to 1943 for his work with the band. Members are excellent musicians and soloists who perform with humor and elegance, led by Wiley Saldenem.

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Skiing All Month Czechs love their outdoor activites and the winter is no different - you can find many ski resorts and cross country trails across the country. Špindlerův Mlýn in Krkonoše is one of the most visited Czech ski resorts while Lipno in Šumava is perfect for families with young kids. Other popular mountain destinations include Jizerské, Orlické and Krušné hory.

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Gallery of Steel Figures 10 AM - 10 PM This entirely interactive museum boasts giant handmade sculptures that kids can climb all over and in, from cars and motorcycles to a life-size Bumblebee from Transformers. Perfect during these cold winter months.

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Bill Burr Saturday, January 12 | 8 PM American stand-up comedian, actor, voice artist, writer, musician, producer, celebrity podcaster and social critic.

He is best known for playing Patrick Kuby in Breaking Bad, creating and starring in the animated sitcom F Is for Family and several stand-up specials. For tickets visit GoOut.net, 990 to 1990 CZK. Prague Congress Centre 5. května 65, Prague 4

Royal Boudoir Saturdays | 9 PM Half lounge-style singing, half stand-up comedy and playful banter, this late night show is nostalgic for past eras of showmanship while still seeped in decadence and modern humor. Come for an entertaining show or just a cozy spot to hangout and drink some amazing cocktails in a historic theatre dating back to 1929.

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Walking With Dinosaurs January 18 - 20 The largest dinosaur show in the world, witness the evolution of dinosaurs with astonishing realism accomplished by stateof-the-art technology. From interactions between dinosaurs to how they protected their young, the show includes dinosaurs such as the T-Rex and Stegosaurus. Perfect for curious kids during these cold winter months!

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Alex Vargas Sunday, January 20 | 7 PM Soul singer, songwriter and record producer who has previously won Danish artist of the year. Known for songs including "Solid Ground" and "Shackled Up." For tickets visit GoOut.net, 350 CZK. Chapeau Rouge Jakubská 2, Prague 1

Tom Odell Wednesday, January 23 | 8 PM English singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who won the 2013 poll of critics at the BRIT Critics Choice Awards. Odell’s first Indie/Folk-pop album reached No 1. in the UK official chart. He is known for songs including “Another Love” and “Heal.” For tickets visit GoOut.net, 871 CZK. Forum Karlín Pernerova 53, Prague 8

The Stand-In Friday, January 18 | 7 PM This hilarious, intelligent and witty play tells the story of a small Czech theatre who last minute recruits a renowned Czech actor as “The Stand-In” for the premiere of their play.

He is unable to remember his lines and chaos ensues. The original Czech play is regarded as a cultural classic.

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Pietari Inkinen & Pastoral January 30 & 31 | 7:30 PM The Prague Symphony Orchestra performs featuring Finnish violinist and conductor Inkinen along with Albrecht Mayer, who became Principal Oboe of the Berlin Philharmonic in 1992 and has remained so to this day. In the beautiful and historic Smetana Hall.

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Bohemia's Rhapsody:

QUEENIE While the new biopic Bohemian Rhapsody encouraged a rush of renewed enthusiasm for Queen around the world, Prague has had another reason to love Queen for quite some time – Queenie.

Branding themselves as concert theatre, Queenie looks and acts the part, with lead singer Michael Kluch sporting Freddie Mercury’s signature mustache and guitarist Rudy Neumann’s flowing Brian May-esque mane of hair, not to mention the musical talent each member possesses and the often handmade costumes.

Lead singer Kluch, who is exactly forty years younger than Freddie Mercury, wasn’t always interested in music. In fact, growing up he was more interested in ice hockey. It wasn’t until middle school when a friend shared an album with him that Kluch discovered his love for music.

“I remember having heard a greatest hits album for the first time and realizing that all the top hits I knew from the radio were from the same band,” says Kluch. “I was 12.”

That band was Queen, who he had never heard of before that moment. After this moment, Kluch realized how brilliant Freddie Mercury was.

“I found out that Freddie was a gifted singer,” says Kluch. “I knew it was not easy to sing his songs, but I did it. I have practically the same voice range.”

This discovery led Kluch to the idea of performing as Freddie. However, learning his love for music did not deter Kluch from his studies. He had planned to study math and continued his schooling, ending up working at an insurance company and a bank before ever seeing Queenie as a viable hobby to pursue.

“I have never thought of it as a career,” says Kluch. “I just did what I enjoyed and what I was the best at.”

By 2006 Kluch formed Queenie with fellow students in Prague, including bassist/multiinstrumentalist Martin Binhack, guitarist Rudy Neumann, Petr Baláš on drums, keyboardist Michal David and sound engineer Martin Med. “It was a gradual process. In the beginning, we did not want to make a tribute band, but as we met for the first time (thanks to an ad on the Internet), we knew we all loved Queen and started playing their music,” says Kluch. “We’ve stayed there. Since then, however, the band has changed to its present form. Today it is a professional project, although we still enjoy it very much.”

Their first show was a graduate party at Neumann’s school, quickly followed by their first open air public concert. The band has come a long way from that first performance, establishing themselves throughout Prague’s music scene.

Neumann is a founding member of the Czech

alternative psycore metal band Dymytry, while Petr “Bali” Baláš founded the Czech pop-rock band LOLA. David has played the keys for various Czech bands and singers, and Med has worked for local venues including Chapeau Rouge and the Rock Café, arranging concerts for world-renowned bands such as KISS and Alice Cooper. He was also involved in Pope John Paul II’s visit to the Czech Republic.

To the members, Queenie is a performance in which each must perfect an act as his respective band member. They realize that Queenie is “concert theatre,” not a cover band, and that “each member in his specific role represents the work of another artist.” They base their approaches to the project on “music authenticity and live performance” in order to keep every show as realistic, energetic and entertaining as possible, all while performing the music of Queen perfectly.

“We practice our instruments every day,” says Kluch. “We also must understand the original artist in order to perform him on stage in accordance with the essence of his work.”

This approach has made Queenie one of the most beloved and successful tribute bands in the world. They’ve sold out concerts not only in Prague but also in Barcelona and Stockholm. In Prague they have performed in all the top venues, from Lucerna and the National Theatre to the

Municipal House and the massive O2 Arena.

“Our favorite venue in Prague is the O2 Arena of course,” says Kluch. “But from time to time we have concerts at the Kalich Theater, which we really love.”

In 2008 they performed at the Freddie Mercury Memorial Day in Switzerland. The band was personally invited by Peter Freestone, Freddie Mercury’s personal assistant for over a decade.

Although the band has not met Queen members in a working context, Kluch is the godfather of the Pirate Swing Band’s Queen cover album, which was endorsed by Brian May himself.

“In the last year we’ve played about 150 performances in 20 countries around the world,” says Kluch. “Including an invitation to perform at Queen Elizabeth II’s official birthday celebration.”

This past year the band has also performed as the main role in the new musical novel, Freddie.

Each member not only performs Queen’s music as they do in their solo shows, but also acts the part of each band member.

“Even if only for a moment fans feel that they have met the energy that Queen music contains, the mission is fulfilled,” says Kluch.

Catch Queenie on stage at the Kalich Theatre on January 28 and in the musical Freddie at Radek Brzobohatý’s Theatre on January 21 & 22.

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CAFÉ SOCIETY REVISITED

FIRST REPUBLIC ERA CAFÉS IN PRAGUE

CAFÉ LOUVRE Národní 22

This Vienna-style coffee house has been standing for over a century—since 1902. Their menu offers local favorites along with tastes from other European counties, and even America. Café Louvre has a cosmopolitan atmosphere, while still maintaining the specific charm of old school Prague. Its unique hospitality appealed to the likes of famous intellectuals from Franz Kafka to Albert Einstein. Get lost in time, and pay a visit to the Café Louvre.

There are seemingly thousands of cafés here in Prague—most of them with a new-age sense of chic that we know and love. But older establishments come with a particular charm that you just can’t get at a juice bar or vegan café. Here, famous socialites and intellectuals of the First Republic like Franz Kafka would go to sip cocktails, debate with friends or simply get their daily news. These cafés ultimately survived communism, two world wars, and three country names without losing their original turn-of-the-century style. Here’s six of the surviving traditional cafés that exist in Prague.

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Luminously modern with an old-school touch; Café Savoy will give you the best of both worlds. The cafe has been restored from its original opening in 1893.The showpiece in this café is the ceiling, which is remnant of Czech art nouveau-ist Alphons Mucha. Order anything from an elegant breakfast to hearty roast meats, and top it off with a sweet delicacy baked in-house. Walk through the corridor by the counter to find a window overlooking the bakers at work.

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Just a few blocks from Old Town Square is the only fully cubist café (down to the coat hooks) in Prague, and maybe even the world. It is located on the first floor of the House of the Black Madonna, a cubist structure created by renowned architect Josef Gočár. It maintains a sort of diner charm, with splashes of green to complement its cubist furnishings. It was originally established in 1912, but closed when cubism became unfashionable in the ‘20s. It reopened in 2005, and was renovated back to its original style. Stop in to dine from a classic café menu, and grab a seat on the balcony for a charming view of Celetná.

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Café Imperial is an art deco eatery with an upscale vibe and highend dishes. Its interior design is over-the-top in the best way; the ceiling and furnishings are a mosaic of ceramic tile and sculpted porcelain that complements its swanky 20th-century ambience. Enjoy breakfast all day at Café Imperial, and cocktails as the sun turns to moon. The cuisine is crafted by celebrity chef Zdeněk Pohlreich, so you’re guaranteed a next-level dining experience.

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CAFÉ LUCERNA Štěpánská 61

Café Lucerna, or “Café Lantern” in English, is a 20th century eatery with dim lighting and a mysterious atmosphere that matches the building’s rustic appeal. Along with Lucerna Music Bar and Lucerna Cinema, Café Lucerna is part of Lucerna Palace, a complex built in the early 1900s in the late art nouveau style. Its floor to ceiling windows look out on to the Lucerna arcade, as well as David Černy’s famous sculpture of St. Wenceslas riding his horse upside down. For mellow feels and wacky views, try this café.

CAFÉ SLAVIA

Smetanovo nábřeží 2 Originally established in the 1920s, Café Slavia has more of a modern vibe than the other old-school café of Prague. It served as a well-known gathering place of the literary community of the 20th century; pupils include Franz Kafka and Rainer Maria Rilke. Dine and discuss art and politics with the locals, while enjoying a stunning riverside view.

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Boudoir Talk Billy Rayner is a singer who could not care less if you actually listen to him sing.

“People have a lot more fun when there’s no pressure,” says Rayner. “I just want everyone to relax and have a good time in a pleasant, theatrelounge setting.”

Whether you’re looking for an entertaining performance or a cozy spot to hangout, Rayner’s show, Royal Boudoir, is the perfect Saturday night scene.

“This is one of the only places in Prague where you can hear quality live music with a charismatic showman,” says Rayner. “I want people to say, ‘Let’s go hang out with Billy,’ not ‘Let’s go watch his show.’”

Half lounge-style singing, half stand-up comedy and playful banter, the show is nostalgic for past eras of showmanship while still seeped in decadence and modern humor.

This all began just one year ago, when Rayner started working as a backstage helper for the popular Prague Burlesque show. Quickly advancing from a behind the scenes aid to choreographer and dancer, Rayner found a mentor and theatrical partner in David Jahn, a.k.a. Sonny Vargas, founder of Prague Burlesque.

“We teamed up and were a good match, really bumped up the show,” says Rayner. “He has the vision and I’m his glasses. I sharpen his vision.”

Rayner was a lounge singer in his spare time and realized the genre was missing in Prague’s nightlife. With the support of the theatre and Jahn, Rayner brought Boudoir to life to fill this void.

“I’d like to bring that performance back where you can watch if you want to or just let it be pleasant background music,” says Rayner. “I think lounge music is very much dead right now.”

Rayner’s love for lounge music has been an ever-present part of his life.

Growing up in Queens he dedicated his life to theater early on, attending the renowned LaGuardia High School (the arts school the movie Fame is based on).

“I’ve always had a penchant for older times,” says Rayner. “Because of the honesty and charisma of the performers. I can’t stand modern music

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and entertainment, with performers just flippantly showing up in t-shirts and DJs playing for themselves in corners.”

Dressed in a vest and tie for our afternoon drink at Bullerbyn, Rayner certainly looks the part, emanating a modern-day Frank Sinatra.

“It’s a step back to a simpler time when every place had a band and a singer who’s connected with the crowd,” says Rayner. “I like to be very ironic, have some fun with it – I’ve got my bottle of tequila next to me, I’ll drink with the audience, saunter through the crowd, sit on their laps and play with their hair.”

To Rayner, the show is an intimate, personal and comedically entertaining interaction with the audience. He tailors his jokes to current events and people in the crowd, addressing them directly.

“I want them to feel the performer cares about them,” says Rayner. “I give everything to my audience, making every show unique and personal.

Everyone leaves with a cheers and a little chuckle.”

Rayner and his partner, pianist Robin Finesilver, not only cover classics but also rock songs from artists like Guns N’ Roses, Radiohead and even Cher. “[Finesilver] definitely has my back,”

says Rayner. “I throw him a lot of weird requests. He’s amazingly versatile, always changing keys for me. He loves playing Blues and Hard Rock but I have him doing Liza Minnelli and Bette Midler.”

Their relationship is a big part of the show as well. They banter back and forth, taking sad songs, like the Eagles’ “Desperado,” and turning them into comedy gold. “I choose the songs and set the tone, but without him doing the heavy lifting behind the scenes I would be a total mess,” says Rayner.

The historical ambience of the theatre lends itself perfectly to this nostalgia for a past era and “deserves quality vintage entertainment” according to Rayner.

Founded in 1929 and known at the time as one of the largest and most modern cinemas in Prague, the Royal Theatre and Club Chic is a portal into Czechoslovakia’s most iconic time, the First Republic era. Much of the theatre’s original furnishings and architecture still remain, including the stained-glass windows, elaborate lighting fixtures and marble-detailed stairs. Even the original woodwork from the 1920s remains, lining the balconies and walls. .In 2014 Frenchman JeanChristophe Gramont took over the theatre, helping the space to regain

its original popularity – it was recently named as one of the top six bars in the Czech Republic by Elle magazine.

Besides Prague Burlesque on Fridays and Royal Boudoir on Saturdays, the theatre also hosts concerts, film screenings and art exhibitions.

Gramont, who is a writer, director and film enthusiast himself, is incredibly supportive of the Royal’s shows and performers.

“What I love about the Royal is they’re really ambitious,” says Rayner. “They’ve given us full reign and assurance that the budget will grow with the show. I’d like to bring in comedians and other quality performers, we’re really blessed to have the support to do that.”

Although the song selections change every week, Rayner always ends the show with Sinatra’s “One for My Baby (and One More for the Road),” an ode to the stories he’s shared and created with each audience member.

“We’re drinking my friend, To the end, of a brief episode.

So make it one for my baby, And one more for the road.”

Catch Royal Boudoir every Saturday at the Royal Theatre in Vinohrady, Vinohradská 48, Prague 2. Doors open at 9PM, music starts at 10PM.

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RESTAURANT GUIDE A few of our favorite places IN Prague to dine. get out there and enjoy yourself!

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Pancakes, Wine Bar

Templová 648/7, Praha 1

www.dennoc.cz Stacks of pancakes both savory and sweet, such as spinach, pork and garlic, or chocolate marscopone and apricot, perfect for breakfast or lunch. At night, the space transforms into a cozy wine bar, hosting tastings of local Czech and Moravian wines, paired with bread and cheese plates.

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Sisters Bistro 7( Sandwich Shop

Dlouhá 727/39, Praha 1

Beautiful bistro making modern but still traditional Czech chlebíčky sandwiches.

They also serve soups, tea and coffee, and amazing breakfast sandwiches, all with homemade bread.

T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Náměstí Republiky   Cost: $ BLD

Mezičasy 4$ Café

Betlémská 5, Praha 1

www.mezicasy.cz Café roasting their own specialty coffee, plus homemade cakes and sandwiches.

T: Národní divadlo, Karlovy lázně   Cost: $$ BL 

Naše maso  Bistro

Dlouhá 727/39, Praha 1

nasemaso.ambi.cz/en Fresh meats, including dry aged beef and pork sausages.

T: Dlouhá třída   Cost: $$ LD

Lehká Hlava (Clear Head)  Vegetarian

Boršov 280/2, Praha 1

www.lehkahlava.cz Healthy but delicious meals from natural, sustainable ingredients. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free friendly.

T: Národní divadlo   Cost: $$ LD

Sad Man's Tongue 3!

Burgers

Konviktská 7/7, Praha 1

www.sadmanstongue.net This rockabilly bar and bistro has amazing burgers for equally amazing prices and onion rings that are to die for. Open all night until 6am, this is the perfect place for a late night hangout. Come earlier for live music during the week.

T: Národní divadlo M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $$ LD 

Asian Temple y Asian - Upscale

Bílkova 864/13, Praha 1

Tepenyaki variety of Asian cuisine prepared right before your eyes in an entertaining and one-of-a-kind experience.

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Las Adelitas  Mexican

Malé náměstí 457/13, Praha 1 www.lasadelitas.cz

Authentic Mexican food, Las Adelitas is owned by four Mexican friends who brought a menu of family recipes to the Czech Republic. This is as genuine as it gets. Oh, and the drinks? Margarita heaven. Three locations. Book ahead if you can, they get busy!

T: Národní třída M: (A) Staroměstská   Cost: $$ LD 

Marina 8$ Italian

Alšovo nábřeží, Praha 1

marinaristorante.cz Italian cuisine with one of the best views in Prague - an elegant floating restaurant.

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a wide selection of cheeses.

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Maiselova 3, Praha 1

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Czech

Every inch of this place is etched with crazy artwork and jokes. And if that’s not enough to win you over, the fresh beer and tasty homemade meats will do the trick.

T: Staroměstská M: (A) Staroměstská   Cost: $$ LD

Lokál Dlouhá  Czech

Dlouhá 33, Praha 1 lokal.ambi.cz A Czech favorite with traditional dishes and incredible beer. The other popular location is just below Charles Bridge.

T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Náměstí Republiky   Cost: $$ LD 

Pivovar U Dobřenských 5$ Czech

U Dobřenský 268/3, Praha 1

This microbrewery offers three types of beers, made exclusively with herbal ingredients. Relax in the cozy basement of the pub, or outside in the garden with the menu that boasts quality meats from a local butcher.

T: Národní divadlo   Cost: $$ D

Asian Fusion

Jakubská 649/8, Praha 1

www.buddha-bar.cz Asian and Pacific-Rim fusion cuisine, inspired by the now legendary Buddha-Bar Paris signature dishes.

T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Náměstí Republiky   Cost: $$$ LD 

La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise  International

Haštalská 18, Praha 1

www.ladegustation.cz/en Wine pairings and a choice of 6 or 11 Michelin Star courses.

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Dlouhá 39/39, Praha 1 www.labottega.cz

Authentic Italian on an ever-changing menu with fresh pasta made in-house and

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NOVÉ MĚSTO (NEW TOWN) Quadrio Shopping Station 6& Food Court

Spálená 2121/22, Praha 1 www.quadrio.cz

Take the Cake 2%

U Milosrdných 12, Praha 1

www.fieldrestaurant.cz/en Sophisticated Czech cuisine and superb wine list. Michelin star restaurant!

T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Náměstí Republiky   Cost: $$$$ LD

High atop the InterContinental Prague, Zlatá Praha boasts spectacular year-round panoramic views and upscale traditional Czech and international dishes.

T: Čechův most T: Právnická fakulta   Cost: $$$$ D

Italian

www.casadecarli.cz Authentic upscale Italian. Through thoughtful pairings and specific seasonal dishes, Chef Matteo De Carli has justly earned this restaurant a place on the Michelin list.

T: Dlouhá třída   Cost: $$$$ LD

Pařížská 30, Praha 1

International Fine Dining

Michalská 20, Praha 1

La Bottega $

Vězeňská 116/5, Praha 1

Zlatá Praha 8*

Field Restaurant 

Bistro Monk 7* www.bistromonk.cz This new bistro conveniently located right in the city center focuses on handprepared food made with local, fresh ingredients. They have everything from breakfast plates to risotto and burgers.

T: Staroměstská, Národní třída M: (A) Staroměstská, (B) Můstek   Cost: $$ B L D 

Italian

You may think it’s a little strange we put a shopping centre into our dining guide, but with over 13 restaurants including SpicyMama, Bombay Express, Vapiano, Sushi Time, Fruitisimo, McDonald’s, McCafé, Kavarna Creperie and DelMart, there’s no shortage of fresh, healthy options found here. There’s also a few upscale sit-down options as well, including Polpo and Cafe Infinity. Not only perfect for delicious breakfast beginning at 8am, all restaurants are open until 10pm with a few until 11pm.

Plus, behind the Quadrio you’ll find the famous rotating Kafka Head.

T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $-$$ BLD

Czech / International

Bistro

Casa De Carli 3*

George Prime Steak  Steakhouse

Platnéřská 111/19, Praha 1

www.georgeprimesteak.com Classic American appetizers & entrees.

Famous for their steak.

T: Staroměstská M: (A) Staroměstská   Cost: $$$$ LD

Café

Štěpánská 626/63, Praha 1

Brand new café right by Wenceslas Square, offering gorgeous crêpes, salads and a large selection of wine. Cozy and modern.

T: Václavské náměstí M: (A) Můstek   Cost: $ BL

Cukrář Skála 2* Bakery and Café

V Celnici 1034/6, Praha 1 Dlouhá 727/41, Praha 1

Founded by the famous Czech Chef, Lukáš Skála, this cake shop is famous for their mouth-watering and stunning pastries. With a modern and enjoyable atmosphere this location is the place to be

for a memorable desert. Check out their new location at Dlouhá street in Old Town, specializing in cream rolls.

T: Dlouhá třída T: Náměstí Republiky   Cost: $$

Café Slavia  Café

Smetanovo nábř. 1012/2, Praha 1

www.cafeslavia.cz For decades, Slavia has been the pre-show or post-show stop for guests going to the National Theatre across the street. With a live piano player, mirrored ceilings and a beautiful view of the Vltava River - you’ll feel like you’re living in the mid-20th Century. And, if you’re hungry for a full meal, try next door; the food at their sister restaurant Parnas is as amazing as the views.

T: Národní divadlo   Cost: $$ LD

Café Louvre  Café

Národní 22, Praha 1

www.cafelouvre.cz/en Elegant ambience, wonderful breakfasts, great desserts and a robust menu.

T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $$ BLD

Café Imperial 8) Café

Na Poříčí 1072/15, Praha 1

www.cafeimperial.cz Classy cafe with an upscale vibe, decorated with elaborately carved walls and an art nouveau finish.

T: Nám. Republiky M: (B) Nám. Republiky   Cost: $$ BLD

Špejle  Bistro

Jindřišská 937/16, Praha 1

www.spejle.eu Diners select beautifully prepared items À la carte, choosing different skewers of various genres of food.

T: Václavské náměstí M: Můstek   Cost: $$ BLD

Estrella $ Vegetarian

Opatovická 159/17, Praha 1

www.estrellarestaurant.cz Vegetarian and vegan options at a great price.

T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $$ LD

La Loca 

www.cafepalanda.cz Consistently ranked as one of the best burger joints in Prague with beef from local farms and handmade brioche buns.

T: Nám. Republiky M: (B) Nám. Republiky   Cost: $$ LD

Crossover Cuisine

K The Two Brothers 7$

www.laloca.cz/en

Petrská 1136/12, Praha 1

Odborů 278/4, Praha 2 La Loca’s offerings are exquisite, delicious and healthy. Mixing the tastes of Mediterranean and Middle East, La Loca believes that food is better when shared. Highly recommended place for a business lunch, casual hang-out with friends or romantic dinner date with someone special.

T: Karlovo náměstí M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $$ LD  

Café Neustadt  Café

Karlovo náměstí 23/1, Praha 2

www.cafeneustadt.cz Beautiful courtyard, classy coffee bar and daily menus.

T: Karlovo náměstí M: (B) Karlovo náměstí   Cost: $$ LD  

The Dutch Pub 6 Steak and Burgers

Vladislavova 1390/17, Praha 1

www.dutchpub.cz Typical sports bar also featuring vegetarian options. The heavy wood bar and open kitchen provide a relaxed vibe, as does the great beer and spirit selection. With their two projection screens, they’re also our pick for watching sports.

T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $$ BLD

Modrý Zub !

Thai

Jindřišská 5, Spálená 29

Need a break from the heavy Czech meals?

This Thai noodle bar has a variety of meats, vegetables, sauces, and of course—noodles.

Find it just a few steps from Václavské náměstí or near the Národní divadlo.

T: Václavské náměstí M: Můstek T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $$ LD

Domyno Burger Bar č. 2 1^ Burgers

Vodičkova 8, Praha 1

www.domynoburger.cz Casual burger joint with amazing fries and beer from Matuška, one of Prague's best micro-breweries.

T: Karlovo náměstí, Lazarská   Cost: $$ LD

Café Palanda 5& Burgers

Zlatnická 11, Praha 1

Indian

www.indian-restaurant-prague.com Famous not just for the food but also for the atmosphere, K The Two Brothers is a favorite for everyone, including visiting celebrities.

T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Náměstí Republiky   Cost: $$ LD

Las Adelitas  Mexican

Petrská 23, Praha 1 www.lasadelitas.cz Brand new location with the same authentic Mexican food as its counterparts.

T: Dlouhá třída M: (B, C) Florenc   Cost: $$ L D  

Lemon Leaf  Thai

Myslíkova 260/14, Praha 2

www.lemon.cz/home-en Upscale Thai restaurant with innovative recipes, traditional favorites and a great wine list. Our go-to for Thai Cuisine.

T: Jiráskovo náměstí T: Karlovo náměstí   Cost: $$ LD

Yori 6(

Vietnamese

Masarykovo nábř. 246/12, Praha 1 www.yorirestaurant.cz Authentic Vietnamese in a casual atmosphere with moderate prices and a friendly staff.

T: Jiráskovo náměstí   Cost: $$ LD

La Republica 8!

IF Café 5(

Grand Cru 

Vinograf 8(

Jungmannova 30/21, Praha 1

Lodecká 1181/4, Praha 1

Míšeňská 68/8, Praha 1

Café and Desserts

www.ifcafe.cz With pastries so beautiful you almost hate to eat them, IF Café is the perfect place to grab a coffee, light meal, and of course a little treat. There's other locations in Vinohrady and Kampa, but for visitors to Prague, this seems to be the favorite, especially since you can watch the entire confectionary process as it happens.

T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída   Cost: $$$ BL

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Jiráskovo nám. 1981/6, Praha 2

Nerudova 208/8, Praha 1

French

ginger-fred-restaurant.cz Posh French restaurant atop the Dancing House with an amazing view.

T: Jiráskovo náměstí M: (B) Karlovo nám.   Cost: $$$ BLD 

Gran Fierro # Steakhouse

Voršilská 138/14, Praha 1

www.granfierro.cz Modern atmosphere and high quality meats with a wonderful wine list.

T: Národní divadlo   Cost: $$$ D

Sia 3& Asian

V Celnici 1034/6, Praha 1

www.siarestaurant.cz Drawing inspiration from traditional Asian dishes and markets, dishes are prepared right in front of you making for an unique immersive experience. Be sure to try their cocktails and teas as well.

T: Nám. Republiky M: (B) Nám. Republiky   Cost: $$$ LD

Bistro and Café

www.goodeats.cz

If you’re near the castle and looking for a nice sandwich or cup of coffee (or breakfast if you’re an early-riser), this is the place.

T: Malostranské náměstí   Cost: $ BLD  

Sousto  Bistro

Újezd 421/16, Praha 1

Sweet and savory crêpes, plus massive bowls of fries with amazing sauces. Perfect for a casual brunch or a late-night meal.

T: Újezd   Cost: $ BL  

Piknik Park 7^ Italian

Nosticova 470/8, Praha 1

We discovered Piknik Park on an afternoon stroll through Kampa. From its gorgeous views to the beautiful food, it’s total Instagram eye candy.

T: Hellichova   Cost: $$ LD 

Mánes o

Jo’s Bar & Restaurant 7#

Masarykovo nábřeží 250/1, Praha 1

Malostranské nám. 264/7, Praha 1

Czech & French

Czech food using traditional AustroHungarian recipes in a contemporary environment.

T: Nám. Republiky M: (B) Nám. Republiky   Cost: $$ LD

Vinograf 8(

Sansho 

Senovážné nám. 978/23, Praha 1

Petrská 1170/25, Praha 1

Na Poříčí 1041/12, Praha 1

www.grand-cru.cz/en Great Mediterranean and international dishes in a beautiful baroque house.

T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Náměstí Republiky   Cost: $$$$ LD

Ginger & Fred 

www.manesrestaurant.cz/en A beautiful, upscale restaurant with gorgeous views right along the river Vltava. Modern takes on traditional Czech and French cuisine made with only the freshest, raw materials.

T: Jiráskovo náměstí   Cost: $$$ LD 

Czech

International

Wine Bar & Restaurant

International

vinograf.cz Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at Vinograf's largest location, located just a stone's throw from Václavské náměstí.

T: Masarykovo nádraží T: Jindřišská   Cost: $$ LD 

www.sansho.cz Asian fusion restaurant offering a six course menu of seasonal dishes.

T: Bílá labuť M: (B) Florenc   Cost: $$$$ LD

Burgers and Cocktails

josbar.cz Our favorite burger place near the castle.

With a selection of gourmet burgers, plus a build your own burger menu and bespoke cocktail menu. Affordable as well.

T: Malostranské náměstí   Cost: $$ LD  

Malostranská beseda  Czech

Malostranské nám. 35/21, Praha 1 www.malostranska-beseda.cz Authentic Czech food experience with a great view of St. Nicholas. Perfect for coming from or going to the Castle.

T: Malostranské náměstí   Cost: $$ LD  

Wine Bar & Restaurant

vinograf.cz Ever-changing wine selection, knowledgeable staff. Enjoy your wine with a cheese plate.

T: Malostranské náměstí   Cost: $$ D

Amorino w Café / Gelato

Malostranské nám. 38/24, Praha 1 www.amorino.com With not just beautiful gelatos, but pretty amazing coffee as well, this is one of our favorite places to visit in Malostranské náměstí.

T: Malostranské náměstí   Cost: $$ 

Pivo and Basilico 8# Italian, Czech

Zámecká 2, Praha 1

pivobasilico.cz Located in the same building as the famed Frágner family pharmacy. On top of offering traditional Czech dishes, the Tuscan chef delivers authentic Italian cuisine with an original, high-quality flavor, all for an unbeatable price in the city center.

T: Malostranské náměstí   Cost: $$ LD

Kuchyň 3^ Czech

Hradčanské náměstí 186/1, Praha 1

www.kuchyn.ambi.cz/en Enjoy Czech food inspired by old aristocratic cookbooks on a terrace with a gorgeous view of Prague. This new restaurant is located right at Prague Castle.

T: Malostranské náměstí   Cost: $$$ LD

Strahov Brewery 2& Czech

Strahovské nádvoří 301, Praha 1

www.klasterni-pivovar.cz This historical brewery is located in the Strahov Monastery which dates all the way back to the 12th century. Serving traditional Czech dishes and amazing beer of course.

T: Pohořelec   Cost: $$$ LD

SMÍCHOV Café Savoy  Café

Vítězná 124/5, Praha 5

cafesavoy.ambi.cz Casual atmosphere, lavish wooden interior with giant chandeliers and reasonably priced food.

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Domyno burger bar ˇ c. 2 This casual burger joint just opened in New Town after the success of its location in Prague 4. Newcomer to the scene, Domyno is already making a name for itself with burgers piled with all fresh ingredients paired with quality beef, surrounded by a crisp, crunchy bun - all combined to make one giant, delicious burger. You can choose from their carefully crafted selections or make your own. Opt for a slider and fries if you just want a snack! Plus there's Matuška on tap, one of Prague's best micro-brews from Pivovar Matuška.

dishes, perfectly located at I.P. Pavlova.

T: Újezd   Cost: $$ BLD

Můj šálek kávy 4&

Las Adelitas 

Křižíkova 386/105, Praha 8

Americká 684/8, Praha 2 Lucemburská 6/6, Praha 3

  Cost: $

Modrý Zub !

Thai

Stroupežnického 14, Praha 5 www.modryzub.com/en Like its counterparts, this Thai noodle bar has a variety of meats, vegetables, sauces and noodles.

T: Anděl M: Anděl   Cost: $$ LD

Čistý stůl 2( Bistro

Vítězná 15, Praha 5 www.cisty-stul.cz Modern and cozy with specialties ranging from traditional Czech to Italian and breakfast crêpes.

T: Újezd   Cost: $$ BLD 

Atelier Red&Wine

BL 

cool space.

T: Náměstí Míru M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$ LD

T: I.P. Pavlova M: (C) I.P. Pavlova

4

Wine - Czech and Regional

Rošických 603/4, Praha 5

atelieratelier.cz Upscale Czech food and wine selection.

T: Švandovo divadlo   Cost: $$$$ LD

Taro 7)

Asian Fusion

Nádražní 100, Praha 5 www.taro.cz

Our favourite new upscale dining openkitchen concept.

T: Anděl M: Anděl   Cost: $$$$ LD

VINOHRADY, ŽIŽKOV&KARLÍN Choco Loves Coffee 8^ Café

Jugoslávská 662/27, Praha 2 www.chocolovescoffee.cz

All things chocolate meet all things coffee. From confections to hot chocolate, beautiful candies and delicious coffees, we love this place!

T: I.P. Pavlova M: (A) Náměstí Míru

  Cost: $

Wonderlust 1(

Café

www.mujsalekkavy.cz An extensive daily menu on top of amazing direct trade coffee, this coffee shop in the heart of the up-and-coming Karlín district is popular at all times of the day. It's hip interior and fresh-baked pastries attract locals and visitors alike.

T: Křižíkova M: Křižíkova   Cost: $ BLD 

La Bohème Café  Café

Sázavská 32, Praha 2

www.labohemecafe.cz Coffee roastery and teashop serving up unusual drinks like espresso with bitter lemon tonic or cherry juice and rosemary.

T: Náměstí Míru M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$

Spižírna 1902 % Café & Bistro

Korunní 86, Praha 10

spizirna1902.cz Gorgeous café with weekly menus and amazing coffee.

T: Perunova M: (A) Jiřího z Poděbrad (JZP)   Cost: $$ BLD 

Brixton Balls  Street Food

Korunní 783/23, Praha 2

www.brixtonballs.cz/en Handmade meatballs served as subs, on pizzas, or with homemade sauces, coleslaw, basmati rice, and crispy fries.

T: Šumavská M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$ LD

The Tavern 9) Burgers

Chopinova 1521/26, Praha 2

www.thetavern.cz Amazing burgers with a broader menu of American classics and an extensive cocktail selection. Also serving brunch on the weekends, we recommend making a reservation ahead of time.

T: Husinecká M: (A) Jiřího z Poděbrad (JZP)   Cost: $$ LD 

Café, Vietnamese Fusion

The Craft 7&

www.wonderlustcoffee.cz

Náměstí Míru 1221/4, Praha 2

Legerova 758/60, Praha 2 Brand new coffee shop with beautiful breakfasts and vietnamese-inspired

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Burgers & Wings

www.thecraft.cz Burgers, wings and six beers on tap in a

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Mexican

www.lasadelitas.cz The same Authentic Mexican food as their counterpart in Old Town.

T: Jana Masaryka M: (A) Nám. Míru M: (A) Jiřího z Poděbrad (JZP)   Cost: $$ L D  

Dish Fine Burgers  Burgers

Římská 1196/29, Praha 2

www.dish.cz/en Comfort food and delicious burgers. Be sure to make a reservation!

T: Náměstí Míru M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$ LD 

WingHaus 8& Wings

Vinohradská 1215/32, Praha 2

www.winghaus.cz From Sweet to Spicy and flavors like Lemon Pepper, Mango Habanero and Sriracha BBQ, this place hits the spot every time.

T: Náměstí Míru M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$ LD

Avenue 3(

European Fusion

Vinohradská 1183/83, Praha 2 www.avenuerestaurant.cz Restaurant, lounge, and cocktail bar serving upscale seafood, pasta, and other European-inspired dishes for reasonable prices. Plus, they have a top shelf cocktail selection that's to die for.

T: Jiřího z Poděbrad (JZP) M: (A) JZP   Cost: $$ LD

SOVA 2^

Affordable upscale

Balbínova 392/4, Praha 2

www.rest-sova.cz Their award winning chef creates affordable dishes with a mission to bring Michelin quality food to everyone. These beautiful dishes are generous in size while still kind on the wallet.

T: I.P. Pavlova M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$ LD

U Sadu  Czech

Škroupovo nám. 1282/5, Praha 3 www.usadu.cz

Our favorite late-night spot is wonderful during the day too with amazing traditional Czech dishes and 10 kinds of draft beer on tap. Open ‘til 4am.

M: (A) Jiřího z Poděbrad (JZP)   Cost: $$ BLD 

Beergeek  Beer Gods

Vinohradská 62, Praha 3

www.beergeek.cz/en 32 different beers on tap, plus Chicken Wings and fries! T: Vinohradská vodárna M: (A) Jiřího z Poděbrad (JZP)   Cost: $$ D

Vinohradský Parlament  Czech

Korunní 1, Praha 2

www.vinohradskyparlament.cz A modern day pub with unique cooling technology beer glasses.

T: Náměstí Míru M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$ LD

Vinohradský pivovar 2# Czech

Korunní 2506/106, Praha 10

www.vinohradskypivovar.cz Named one of the top ten taprooms in Europe by The Guardian, this brewery also serves amazing food in a traditional Czech hall with views of the lager tanks.

T: Orionka M: (A) Flora   Cost: $$ LD

Becketts Irish Pub 7@ Irish

Londýnská 473/22, Praha 2

A casual pub that's a favorite of any sports fans looking for some flavorsome wings and a nice pint of Guiness.

T: Náměstí Míru M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$$ LD

Bad Jeff’s BBQ ) American Style BBQ

Americká 78/32, Praha 2

www.badjeffs.cz American barbecue ribs, mac and cheese, burgers and fries. Lunch Tuesday-Saturday, Dinner all week, closed Sundays.

T: Náměstí Míru M: (A) Náměstí Míru   Cost: $$$ LD

Erhartova Cukrárna 5 Café

Vinohradská 2022/125 Praha 3

www.erhartovacukrarna.cz Retro-style bakery and dessert with family recipes and traditional Czech sweets.

T: Radhošťská M: (A) Flora   Cost: $$$

OTHER AREAS U Kroka  Czech

Vratislavova 28, Praha 2

www.ukroka.cz All the great Czech classics in a comfortable and well presented ambience.

T: Výtoň   Cost: $$ LD

Bitcoin Coffee  Café

Dělnická 475/43, Praha 7

www.paralelnipolis.cz This coffee shop is unique in that you can only pay with Bitcoin - there's a Bitcoin ATM machine in shop.

T: Dělnická   Cost: $$

La Bottega $ Italian

Tusarova 1548/39, Praha 7

www.labottega.cz With similar offerings as its counterpart on Dlouhá, this location is where all La Bottega's products are produced.

T: Dělnická   Cost: $$$ BLD

Eska 1# Czech

Pernerova 49, Praha 8

www.eska.ambi.cz Bib-winning bakery and restaurant, Eska’s contemporary atmosphere is a destination in itself. Specialty coffee paired with freshly baked breads, homemade soups and seasonal dishes. Luxurious dinners in the evening.

M: (B) Křižíkova   Cost: $$$ BLD 

Erhartova Cukrárna 5 Café

Milady Horákové 387/56 Praha 7 www.erhartovacukrarna.cz Retro-style bakery and dessert with family recipes and traditional Czech sweets.

T: Radhošťská M: (A) Flora   Cost: $$$

Nebu 4# Pan Asian

Náměstí padlých 95, Praha 6

www.neburestaurant.com Nebu may be a bit out of the center, but it's worth the beautiful trip. Outdoor grill, tandoor oven and accomplished international chefs.

Bus: K Noskovně   Cost: $$$ LD 

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CLUB GUIDE Roxy 6%

Dlouhá 33, Prague 1 www.roxy.cz

Meet Factory 6*

Ke Sklárně 15, Prague 5 www.meetfactory.cz

The Roxy is one of Prague’s oldest and bestknown clubs. The venue was a popular theatre and ballroom in the 1920’s, but now you’ll find drum and bass, house, techno, and other modern styles on the dancefloor. When the club isn’t hosting a live DJ, it’s the spot for concerts and music festivals.

This music club, art gallery, theater and cinema

Vibe: Vintage club with the best of cutting edge music,

you’ll find local artists and international tours of

diverse club goers, great place to shake your ass.

all genres.

is the brainchild of David Černý, the artist

Revoluční 3, Prague 1 www.epicprague.com Newcomer to the club scene, Epic has made a name for itself as one of the hottest new clubs in the city. This modern electronic club has three levels that each make you feel like you are at an EDM concert. Truly a full audio-visual experience, the performances at the main stage alone make this spot one of the best choices for a night out.

Vibe: Over the top expansive club vibes that make you party ‘til the break of dawn.

(and controversial) modern art. A refurbished warehouse stuffed between a motorway and railroad tracks in Smíchov, Meet Factory transforms by night into a hip bar and music venue, where

hipster homies.

M1 Lounge 6(

Masná 1, Prague 1 www.m1lounge.com M1 Lounge is a favorite of locals, expats and even passing-through celebrities, and it’s not hard to see why. The club’s well-known team of skilled DJs keep the place pumping with a mixture of R&B, hip-hop, electro and dance music until the wee hours of morning, and the upscale, luxurious atmosphere makes every night feel like a celebration.

Vibe: Upscale, Miami style club

Lucerna 6^

Vodičkova 36, Prague 1 www.musicbar.cz One of the largest and most popular music clubs in Prague, Lucerna is known for its weekly concerts and events. It's most popular on Friday and Saturday nights, when the club’s huge projection screens come alive with 80’s and 90’s music videos. Partygoers of every age and all walks of life can be seen here, getting down to oldie hits from Blondie to Nirvana.

Vibe: Like being at your favorite throwback concert, except this time you can get on the stage and dance.

Cross Club 6&

Plynární 23, Prague 7 www.crossclub.cz Cross Club is a labyrinth of small bars and dancefloors pumping music from dubstep and techno to reggae and hip-hop. The club’s psychedelic, industrial décor is a sight to see in itself—every piece of the building from the walls to the ceiling is constructed to move and pulsate with the music, some of it you can even interact with. It’s one of the most unique experiences you’ll have with nightlife in Prague.

Cross Club is a bit out of the city center, but worth the trek. Check the website to see what kind of music will be pulsating through the multi-level space.

Vibe: Euphoric and alternative, definitely in a category of it’s own.

Vibe: EDM to the extreme every night.

responsible for some of Prague’s most famous

Vibe: Loft-like space perfect for you alternative,

Epic 6$

are more locals and fewer tourists here than some of the other large clubs with amazing DJ’s, lasers, and vibes. Dress code is free and easy, flamboyant if you’re feeling daring.

James Dean 7)

V kolkovně 1, Prague 1 www.jamesdean.cz Okay, we admit that this one’s kind of kitschy— but only in the best way. Named for the iconic rebel and actor, the bar has a classic 1950’s American diner feel turned late-night club.

Vibe: Modern twist on a classic time, all ages and all sorts of feels.

Harley’s 7(

Dlouhá 18, Prague 1 www.harleys.cz Harley's is described as the coolest hell on earth. This American-style biker bar opens late and is always rockin’ and rollin’ with live DJs and music acts. It’s also in a perfect location, just a two-minute walk from Old Town Square.

Vibe: If bikers were European 25-year-olds screaming Nirvana at the top of their lungs.

Retro 7%

Francouzská 4, Prague 2 www.retropraha.cz One for the curious, bored or brave. Retro has become the Czech home of hard house. Their club nights are full to the rafters until the small hours while go-go dancers whip the energetic clubbers into a house driven frenzy. A very friendly atmosphere with smiling faces and sweating brows as far as the eye can see, there

STORM CLUB 7@

Tachovské náměstí 5, Prague 3 www.stormclub.eu Multi-genre club with two stages featuring electronic music on the weekends and concerts throughout the week. Located in Žižkov, this club is nestled behind apartment buildings at the base of Vítkov Park and also boasts a summer beer garden and various hangout spaces in the venue.

La Loca r

Odborů 4, Prague 2 www.laloca.cz Chic, fashionable and a whole lotta fun! One of the very first smoke-free establishments in Prague entertains the crowds all day every day. At night, international vibes mixed with a scrumptious selection of sizzling drinks guarantee a big night-out. Add a carefully selected music program - karaoke, 80s & 90s retro parties, DJ performances, live concerts and rooftop gatherings in the summer - and you can rest assured knowing you’re bound to have fun.

Vibe: Perfect option for an entertaining, fun dinner followed by a night of dancing.

Vibe: EDM and Drum&Bass central.

Café 80’s 8) Radost FX 7#

Bělehradská 120, Prague 2 www.radostfx.cz First opened in the early ‘90s just a few years after the Velvet Revolution, Radost FX is open Thursday to Saturday and offers the best of house, R&B and hip hop music—Rihanna even filmed one of her music videos there. Above the club is the venue’s restaurant and cafe, well-known as one of the best brunch spots in all of Prague.

Vibe: The place to go to bond with your friends and a

V kolkovně 6, Prague 1 www.cafe80.cz You can’t go wrong with 80’s music. Whether you’re nostaligic or just appreciative of all things “totally awesome”, the two-story venue features an 80’s themed café restaurant on the first floor.

But the real story here is the basement. A nicely sized music club with an illuminated dance floor, plus a large bar and VIP lounge make it a night worthy of the MTV generation.

Vibe: Classic tunes and upbeat vibes, perfect for a night full of dancing to your favorite, re-vamped 80’s hits.

diverse mix of strangers.

Vzorkovna (Dog Bar) 7!

Chapeau Rouge 7&

Národní 11, Prague 1 Too cool for a website

Chapeau Rouge is a bar and music club that ranks among the biggest in Prague with 3 floors, 4 bars & 3 stages. Dance aggressively or hang out at a table with friends, Chapeau has something for everyone. You may even stumble upon it all on your own: it’s in the center right behind Old Town Square.

Vibe: One-of-a-kind atmospere for a night filled with

An underground labyrinth and local hangout this place is the weird artsy side of Prague.

Affectionately referred to as “Dog Bar” by it’s mostly 20-something hipster patrons because of the giant dog that roams the bar, this is not your typical place-for-a-pint. Drinks are prepaid for through bracelets at the door. Come for a unique experience unlike anything else and live music ranging from Eastern European folk to Salsa.

inexpensive drinks and friends from all walks of life.

Vibe: Live music scene, perfect for college kids and

Jakubska 2, Prague 1 www.chapeaurouge.cz

young-adults.

U Sudu 7*

Duplex 7^

Vodičkova 10, Prague 1 www.usudu.cz U Sudu is the best of both worlds with a wine bar upstairs and an underground, cave-like labyrinth downstairs. When you walk in, wind around til you hit the stairs that descend into one of the coolest places to drink on Earth... It is indeed smoky, but get past that and the place is just mythic.

Václavské náměstí 21, Prague 1 www.duplex.cz

place to lose your friends but meet some new ones

This rooftop bar pairs amazing music with amazing views. Right on Wenceslas Square, you can see the entire city after your elevator ride up to the top. Duplex brings in awesome DJ’s from around the world which makes for a perfect night to ball out and get VIP. It’s open late so make sure to stay for the sunrise--don’t worry, the sun rises pretty early here.

along the way.

Vibe: Awesome views, all nighters

Vibe: Hub for college kids and locals alike, perfect

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The best cocktail bars in Prague (like the ones listed here) get pretty busy, even during the week. It's always good to make a reservation just to make sure you get a seat (even at the bar).

Le Valmont 9)

Uhelný trh 9, Prague 1 levalmont.cz The Michael Van Cleef Ault concept was inspired by the Miloš Forman movie of the same name, and is decorated in 18th-century French fashion with aubusson carpets, antique sofas, and massive crystal chandeliers. Reservations are all but required, since the 100-capacity lounge fills up fairly quickly. +420 224 267 266 for Reservations.

Schody Home Bar 7^

Zámecké schody 8, Prague 1 Recently opened bespoke cocktail bar and sister to one of our favorite cocktail places, Parlour. Located right on the stairs (schody) leading to the Prague Castle, it's hard to find but well worth the search. Once you're inside, tell the mixologist what flavors you like and he'll fix up your dream cocktail. No website, no number - it's a cozy hidden secret and they're trying to keep it that way.

Black Angel's 8#

Staroměstské náměstí 29, Prague 1 blackangels.cz Nestled in a cozy cellar just across from the Old Town astronomical clock, Black Angel’s will put you in sensory overload. With high cellar ceilings, chandeliers, and ornate decor, it’s a lot to take in. +420 224 213 807 for Reservations.

Bar and Books 8%

Mánesova 64, Prague 2 and Týnská 19, Prague 1 barandbooks.cz Bar & Books is the first overseas extension of the famous New York family of bars, with two locations in Prague (the casual hangout in Mánesova and slightly more formal experience in Týnská). Like its New York counterpart, the bar evokes the feeling of a gentleman’s library. Dim lighting, heavy woods, ornately framed paintings, and of course books (mostly for visual aesthetics).

Reservations online.

L'Fleur 9$

V kolkovně 5, Prague 1 lfleur.cz L’Fleur is just a few doors down from Tretter’s.

Even before our first drink, we fell in love with the 1920’s feel of the interior, complete with a Mucha-inspired stained glass window towards the back of the bar. The signature drinks all come with their own history, which the bartender is always happy to explain. If you’re feeling a bit more bubbly, try a selection from L’Fleur’s expansive champagne list. +420 734 255 665 for Reservations

Parlour 8$

Hemingway Bar 9!

parlour.cz Maybe Parlour doesn’t want to be found – and that’s fine with us. The tiny little bar at the top of Wenceslas Square near the National Museum has a delightful speakeasy vibe to it, though it’s quickly becoming a popular secret.

If you should luck out and discover the nearly unmarked entry, inside you’ll find an intimate, dimly lit bar with old jazz and R&B records playing and amazing craft cocktails served in antique glassware. +420 777 200 015 for Reservations.

hemingwaybar.cz Chances are, if you’ve asked around, Hemingway's Bar has already been recommended. The Old Town hotspot just made the “World’s Top 50 Bars” for the third time, and with good reason. The bar’s philosophy is that every customer must have a seat, so you won’t feel overcrowded here.

Reservations are highly recommended. +420 773 974 764 for Reservations.

Krakovská 15, Prague 1

Crazy Daisy 9(

Václavské náměstí 4, Prague 1 crazydaisy.cz Somewhat hidden at the bottom of Wenceslas Square, this one of our favourite new hotspots.

First Republic style interior, bar staff dressed the part and videomapping on the walls that pushes reality - it feels like you're in The Great Gatsby. +420 273 130 486 for Reservations.

Bugsy's 9%

Pařížská 10, Prague 1 bugsysbar.cz Bugsy’s is another bar with a great history, popping up just after the Velvet Revolution.

Their one constant has been attention to detail and passion for good cocktails. Bugsy’s also loves their bubbly, and boasts over 130 brands of champagne and prosecco, as well as over 90 single malt whiskeys and 100 types of rum. +420 224 810 287 for Reservations.

Tretter's 8@

V kolkovně 3, Prague 1 tretters.cz The Tretter family has been in the bar business for more than 90 years, so it’s no wonder this place feels like walking into a 1930’s Paris or New York cocktail bar. With soft lighting, classic decor and bartenders dressed the part in vintage cocktail jackets, the bar has become an institution. +420 224 811 165 for Reservations.

AnonymouS Bar 9# Michalská 12, Prague 1

anonymousbar.cz It’s nearly impossible to go into the AnonymouS Bar and not smile, the bar is clever at every turn.

You can tell the bartender your likes and they’ll make suggestions, or choose from the secret drink menu printed in UV ink and read with a small blacklight. Reservations are taken only until 9pm. +420 608 280 069 for Reservations.

Alchemist Bar 9*

Provaznická 1, Prague 1 thealchemistbar.cz A relative newcomer on the scene, Alchemist is turning out quality prohibition style drinks in their ornate classically decorated location at the bottom of Wenceslas Square. +420 251 510 940 for Reservations.

Karolíny Světlé 26, Prague 1

Cash Only Bar 8( Liliová 3, Prague 1

Vinograf 8(

Senovážné náměstí 23, Prague 1 Míšeňská 8, Prague 1 vinograf.cz Vinograf Wine Bar stays up-to-date to ensure they only serve the very best. The everchanging wine selection is on an easy to use digital tablet – you’re guaranteed to find the perfect glass for you! There are two convenient locations to choose from, each with their own distinct personality, but both cozy and comfortable. This is our personal favorite when it comes to wine. +420 214 214 681 for Reservations.

cashonlybar.cz Just around the corner from its older sibling Hemingway’s, this little gem is making its own name with cocktails like Pin-Up Martini, made with passion fruit, vanilla and champagne.

It’s an intimate bar, and they don’t take reservations. There’s also no smoking and, you guessed it—the bar doesn’t take credit cards.

Oh, and by the way, they do serve amazing hot dogs.

Na břehu Rhôny 4$

Green Devil's Absinth Bar 7(

Tržiště 3, Prague 1

Týn 7, Prague 1

If you’re looking for an authentic and eclectic experience in absinth tasting, check out the Green Devil’s Absinth Bar in Old Town. The unique atmosphere accentuates the handcurated products; ranging from quality beverages to absinth-flavored ice cream. This location is a great place to spend an evening and learn about the history and culture of absinth. +420 728 326 344 for Reservations.

La Bodeguita del Medio 8) Kaprova 5, Prague 1

labodeguitadelmedio.cz With it's colonial-style interior straight from Old Havana, La Bodeguita is on point. In addition to great food, bar staff have perfected their craft with regional drinks, from the Cuba Libre to the Mojito. Located underneath Cohiba Atmosphere. +420 224 813 922 for Reservations

Cohiba Atmosphere 8!

Kaprova 5, Prague 1

cohibaatmosphere.cz Referred to as the Havana of Prague, this cigar club is more than just premium cigars. Refined cocktails, and fine wine quality spirits are all served in this classy setting. The sleek design of the bar, combined with the top-notch service of the bartenders makes this the perfect spot for a quality drink. +420 224 818 373 for Reservations.

Deli Shop 9)

Křižíkova 66, Prague 8 deli-shop.cz Wine, high quality meats and cheeses and sandwiches all in the trendy neighborhood of Karlín.

Na Hrobci 1, Prague 2

nabrehurhony.cz Na břehu Rhôny is one of our favorite wine destinations. Pour your own French wines and keep track on a notepad. Delicious food platters are also available and the service is friendly and quick. +420 733 785 377 for Reservations.

U Staré studny 2& ustarestudny.cz Step into the luxurious wine bar and find every kind of unique wine, cognac, or champagne to sample with a tasting flight. They offer daily wine tastings, with at least six premium Czech wines to sample by the glass each day.

VELTLIN 4%

Křižíkova 115, Prague 8 veltlin.cz Our go-to when in the Karlín area, Veltlin offers a variety of Czech, Moravian, and Central European wines. The staff are great and the owner, Bogdan, is an award-winning Wine Guru (who is down to earth and friendly even with non-guru wine fans).

Vinotéka u Mouřenína 1( Tržiště 17, Prague 1

vinotekaumourenina.cz Cozy wine bar and shop with an excellent selection of wines at great prices for Malá Strana. You can also enjoy cheese and bread plates with your glasses of wine, perfect for a cozy evening with a friend or significant other.

Vinit Bar 8%

Na Příkopě 10, Prague 1 vinit.cz An oasis escape in the bustling city center, Vinit Bar is home to a wide selection of European wines available by the glass or bottle. The owners share their knowledge of wine to offer the perfect complementary meat and cheese plates.

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New Year’s Concert  19:30 @ Municipal House

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Thursday, January 3

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The Audience 

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

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Her Majesty Elizabeth II is the lead character of Peter Morgan’s play, centred on her weekly audiences given to Prime Ministers.

Play, Centre, Modern world, Fairy tale, Drama

Pachelbel – Mozart – Vivaldi  16:30 @ St. George’s Basilica

17:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

The Yestertones + Led Zeppelin Revival  21:00 @ Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25

Revival, Rock

Friday, January 4 Jungle DnB Session: Cooh + Pixie + more  21:00 @ Cross Club

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Drum&Bass.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz.

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The Best of Swan Lake  19:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

Pražský hrad

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The Best of Swan Lake 

The Prague Burlesque Show 

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20:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 750 to 1350 CZK Ballet

80’s & 90’s 00’s Video Music Party 

The Best of Swan Lake 

Zborovská 7

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 750 to 1350 CZK Ballet

Soft Spot: Gerd Janson + Eva Porating + Jorgos 

The Nutcracker 

21:00 @ Futurum Music Bar 90 CZK Party, Video

23:00 @ Ankali

Lopuchová 58/6

“Fresh stuff, house, synth, post-dubstep.

Just ordinary girl playing the un/un/ordinary music.” 290 to 350 CZK Director, Electronic, Deep house, Czech, Prestigious, Dj, House, 90s

The Night Season  19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

A bitter comedy from the part of Great Britain that is so dangerously similar to our home.

Comedy, Film

Saturday, January 5 Source Direct + Volnej Průběh + more  21:00 @ Cross Club

Plynární 23

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 70 CZK Electronic, Deep house, Dj, Club, Dubstep, Ambient

21:30 @ Royal

TechNoc: Lucca + Ladida + more 

Hollywood Babylon: Big stage, super-size props, beautiful costumes and the fantastic atmosphere of a 1920’s theater. For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 490 to 9990 CZK Burlesque

Techno and minimal.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 165 CZK Producer, Electronic, Czech, Czech republic, Techno, Dance

Vinohradská 48

22:00 @ Storm Club

Tachovské náměstí 5

19:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

15:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 850 to 1450 CZK Ballet, Drama

The Prague Illusion 

20:00 @ M1 Lounge Bar & Club

Masná 1

One of the best shows in Prague by multiaward winning illusionist Jonathan David Bass. Focuses on psychic phenomena, illusion and danger - interactive and comedic.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 500 CZK Performance, Illusion, Show

Royal Boudoir  21:00 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

Quality lounge music mixed in with comedic personal touches for a relaxing, entertaining evening in the historical Royal Theatre.

Play, Lounge, Comedy, Music

Monogram 

20:00 @ Malostranská beseda

Malostranské náměstí 21

Monogram is a Prague band on the edge of acoustic music genres, namely bluegrass.

130 CZK Czech republic

Other Voices – The Doors Tribute  21:00 @ Vagon

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Fast and Furious Live  14:00 @ O2 Arena

Českomoravská 17

Tosca 

19:00 @ National Theatre

Národní 2

1 to 2250 CZK

Opera, Drama

Fast and Furious Live 

Monday, January 7

Českomoravská 17

The Nutcracker 

19:30 @ O2 Arena 1 to 2250 CZK

Sunday, January 6 Concert for Organ and Orchestra 

17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas

Staroměstské náměstí

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Karel Plíhal & Bratři Ebenové 

18:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 850 to 1450 CZK Ballet, Drama

Tuesday, January 8 Ivan Ženat & Martin Kasíký  19:30 @ Church of St. Simon and

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Violinists Ivan Ženatý and Pianist Martin Kasík, two leading Czech artists of world renown, will join forces.

Classical, Orchestra, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák, Concert, Symphony

16:00, 20:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Ivan Ženatý & Martin Kasík 

Karel Plíhal is a Czech guitarist, singer, songwriter, songwriter, music director, and arranger.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 640 to 690 CZK Songwriter, Clarinet, Theater, Designer, Folk, Singer

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Macbeth – Too Much Blood  19:00 @ Na zábradlí Theatre

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@ Various Venues Shakespeare performers from all over the world gather in Prague: from the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Globe to Shakespeare VIPs including Patrick Doyle, Irina Brook and Tina Packer, and even the director of the country’s National Theatre.

Performances are open to the public!

Festival, Conference, Shakespeare, Theatre

Jan Burian & Jiří Dědeček  20:00 @ Malostranská beseda

Malostranské náměstí 21

200 CZK Songwriter, Rock, Pop, Singersongwriter, Writer, Folk

Camille Thomas 

19:00 @ Municipal House

Náměstí Republiky 6

Classical, International festival, Dvořák, Philharmonic, Festival

Yungblood

Pussy Riot Theatre

19:30 @ Church of St. Simon and

One of the most significant Czech violinists today. 200 to 300 CZK Classical, Orchestra, Artist, Violin, Symphony orchestra, Young, Symphony, Sonata

Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath revival + Iron Maiden revival Praha 

Myth, World, Action

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Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

21:00 @ Vagon

Czech solo violinist and concertmaster.

Classical, Orchestra, Composer, Aix-enprovence, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák

The Boss of it all 

Czech Phillharmonic & Josef Špaček 

Štefánikova 57

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

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19:00 @ Švanda›s theatre A brilliant Danish comedy by the author who is listed among the most significant contemporary film producers.

Comedy

Faust 

19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Czech solo violinist and concertmaster. 100 to 1200 CZK Classical, Orchestra, Composer, Aix-enprovence, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

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Can the world exist without action? The most demanding, impossible to perform, complex – in two parts to boot ... A play as the uppermost challenge placed before us

by Goethe, as well as the dramatic tradition spanning centuries and including numerous adaptations of the myth about trespassing human limits. We raise the question of what makes Faust our contemporary, what temptations he would have to face today.

And how much of the classical opus can actually be transferred to the stage at the beginning of the 21st century. A brand-new treatment, a brand-new _Faust_.

Ovocny trh 1

Ovocny trh 1

19:00 @ Estates Theatre Her Majesty Elizabeth II is the lead character of Peter Morgan’s play, centred on her weekly audiences given to Prime Ministers. It is in a way a fairy tale about monarchy in the modern world and even though it presents the major British premiers, from Winston Churchill to David Cameron, it is theatre about politicians and everyday politics and all its attendant gimmicks, juxtaposed with a certain timeless archaic principle of control over the democratic government.

Play, Centre, Modern world, Fairy tale, Drama

Thursday, January 10 Evil Genius: How Shakespeare Invented the Villain  19:30 @ Na Pradle Theatre

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Broadway Star and one of the world’s most acclaimed classical actors, Patrick Page, comes to Prague for a special one-night only performance of his new one man show Evil Genius: How Shakespeare Invented the Villian. This exclusive performance is part of the 2019 Shakespeare Theatre Association Conference hosted by Prague Shakespeare Company.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 400 to 700 CZK Theatre, Theatrical, Czech, World, Czech republic

The Nutcracker 

18:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 850 to 1450 CZK Ballet, Drama

Green Smätroll  19:00 @ 007 Strahov

Chaloupeckého 7

Green Småtroll’s latest record won them the prestigious Anděl award in the ska & reggae category.

Saxophone, Reggae

Radek Tomášek 

Malalata is a synonym for a unique fusion of Balkan beats, Mexican and Caribbean reggae cumbie.For tickets, visit GoOut. cz. 180 CZK Cumbia, Slovak, Duo, Gypsy, Balkan, Reggae

Drumstation: Makoto & Delfonic + Peejay + more 

20:00 @ Balbín poetic pub

20:00 @ Cross Club

Singer and guitarist. 150 CZK Guitar, Country

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 130 CZK Electronic, Drum’n’bass, Dnb, Dj, Prestigious, Drum, Digital, Ambient, Jazz, Bass

Balbínova 6

Candela + Second Chance  21:00 @ Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25

Metal, Punk

Czech Phillharmonic & Josef Špaček  19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

Czech solo violinist and concertmaster. 100 to 1200 CZK Classical, Orchestra, Composer, Aix-enprovence, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák

Masters of Classics  20:00 @ Municipal House

Náměstí Republiky 6

Classical

My Uncle Vanished Where Did He Go, Mr. President?  09:00 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

Classical, Composer, Czechoslovakia

Scandi 2019 Praha 

00:00 @ Various Venues Select Scandinavian films. English subtitles.

The Boss of it all 

19:00 @ Švanda›s theatre

Štefánikova 57

See event on January 8.

Comedy

Welcome to Thebes  19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

A contemporary play treating contemporary topics, yet featuring Ancient Greek figures.

A British political drama.

Europe

Friday, January 11

Plynární 23

Mom Jeans + Just Friends  20:00 @ Café V lese

Krymská 12

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 200 CZK

Noisia 

21:00 @ Storm Club

Tachovské náměstí 5

Dutch trio producing electronic music. For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 440 to 600 CZK

The Best of Swan Lake  21:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 750 to 1350 CZK Ballet

The Prague Burlesque Show  21:30 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

See event on January 4.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 490 to 9990 CZK Burlesque

Patrick Doyle: Shakespeare in Concert ###play ### 19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

Dirk Bosse conducting the Praga Sinfonietta Orchestra with actors Jessica Boone, Guy Roberts and Karel Hermanek featuring music from the films of Sir Kenneth Branagh.

Play

80’s & 90’s 00’s Video Music Party  22:00 @ Futurum Music Bar

Zborovská 7

90 CZK Party, Video

Balkan Bashavel: Malalata + La Fanfare Couche-Tard + Dr. Balkan 

Yuggadus: Archivist + VBC + more 

Národní 20

Techno and dubtechno. 190 to 290 CZK

21:00 @ Rock Café

23:00 @ Ankali

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Josef Fousek 

Spice Girls Reunion Tour

20:00 @ KC Zahrada

Malenická 1784/4

Jiří Schmitzer 

Dunaj 

19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

Czech solo violinist and concertmaster. 100 to 1200 CZK Classical, Orchestra, Composer, Aix-enprovence, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák

The Art of Negative Thinking 

19:00 @ Švanda›s theatre

Štefánikova 57

Theatrical adaptation of a remarkable Norwegian film brings together elements of psychological drama and sarcastic black comedy... a.k.a. Being nice doesn’t always pay off!

Art, Comedy, Drama

Saturday, January 12 28th Birthday of Rock Café: Timudej + Ptakustik + more  19:00 @ Rock Café

Národní 20

On the edge of several musical genres like world music, dance electro swing, ska, pop, rock, or samba and is renowned for the energy-charged concerts. For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 219 CZK Acoustic, Funk, Rock, Punk, Czech, Pop, World music, Czech republic, Folk

Bill Burr: 50 

20:00 @ Prague Congress Centre

5. května 65

American stand-up comedian, actor, voice artist, writer, musician, producer, celebrity podcaster and social critic.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 990 to 1990 CZK Centre, Film

Michale Graves + support: The Crimson Ghosts + The Rocket Dogz  20:00 @ Futurum Music Bar

Zborovská 7

Sharp and wild rock and roll.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 372 CZK Punk, Rock, Songwriter, Psychobilly

Pachelbel – Mozart – Vivaldi  17:30 @ St. George’s Basilica

Pražský hrad

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 650 to 1050 CZK

Royal Boudoir  21:00 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

See event on January 5.

Play, Lounge, Comedy, Music

Rage Against The Machine tribute  21:00 @ Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25

Musician, Czech republic

Glenn Miller Orchestra  17:00, 20:00 @ Municipal House

Náměstí Republiky 6

Members of the Glenn Miller Orchestra led

by Wiley Saldenem are excellent musicians and soloists. Humor and elegance. 990 to 1490 CZK

Behemoth + At The Gates + Wolves In The Throne Room  20:00 @ Forum Karlín

Pernerova 53

Polish blackened death metal.

Science fiction, Live show, Guitarist

The Serial: In the Chamber with the Chamber Ensemble  10:00 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

Czech Philharmonic 100 to 150 CZK

The Boss of it all 

19:00 @ Švanda›s theatre

Štefánikova 57

See event on January 8. 450 to 490 CZK Comedy

The Audience 

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

See event on January 9.

Play, Centre, Modern world, Fairy tale, Drama

Blue Bird 

13:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

The best known play written by the Flemish playwright and poet Maurice Maeterlinck, a Nobel prize winner. Performance with English subtitles.

Desire, Fairy tale, Drama

Tosca 

19:00 @ National Theatre

Národní 2

Opera, Drama

Sunday, January 13 Astronautalis + P.O.S = Four Fists  21:00 @ Lucerna Music Bar

Charles Andrew Bothwell better known by his artistic moniker Astronautalis is an American hip hop singer with blues and jazz influence.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz.

372 CZK Guitarist, Debut, Rock band, Alternative, Hip-hop

The Best of Swan Lake  19:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 750 to 1350 CZK Ballet

Vašek Koubek 

20:00 @ Balbín poetic pub

Balbínova 6

Vaclav Koubek is a Czech singer and accordionist, writer, actor and director.

150 CZK Folk, Czech, Songwriter

The Serial: In the Chamber with the Chamber Ensemble  10:30 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

Czech Philharmonic 80 to 300 CZK

A Midsummer night’s dream  14:00 @ National Theatre

Národní 2

Dream, Drama

Tuesday, January 15 Teatro Delusio  19:30 @ Jatka78

Bubenské nábřeží 306/13

A fantastic ensemble excels in breathtaking fighting scenes, deadly intrigues and heartbreaking arias of world-famous playsFor tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 300 to 490 CZK

Grand Restaurant Festival  @ Various Venues A culinary feast for foodies that makes it possible for anyone who’s interested in gourmet dining to visit the best and often more expensive restaurants.

Festival, Food, Gastronomy

Masaryk in America  19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

This special celebration positively highlights the efforts of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk to help create and guide the new nation of Czechoslovakia 100 years ago, especially through his relationship to Woodrow Wilson and the United States.

Play

Kubelíkova 27

Iranian Film Festival 2019 Prague 

21:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

The Best of Swan Lake  Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 750 to 1350 CZK Ballet

Pussy Riot Theatre 

80’s & 90’s 00’s Video Music Party 

Kubelíkova 27

Zborovská 7

19:30 @ Palac Akropolis

@ Heřmaňák Farmers’ market Řezáčovo náměstí

19:30 @ Palac Akropolis For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 280 to 330 CZK Captivating, Band

Wednesday, January 16

Czech Phillharmonic & Josef Špaček 

Friday, January 18

Jiří Schmitzer is one of the most significant Czech songwriters. 150 CZK Songwriter, Rock, Play, Czech, Band, Folk

00:00 @ Various Venues

Vodičkova 36

Štefánikova 57

See event on January 8.

Comedy

Balbínova 6

Heřmaňák Farmers’ market 

19:00 @ Švanda›s theatre

Josef Fousek is a Czech writer, poet, writer, humorist, singer, traveler and photographer.

200 to 250 CZK Writer, Folk, Czech, Czech republic

20:00 @ Balbín poetic pub

Techno, Dubtechno

The Boss of it all 

Pussy Riot Theatre is a new Pussy Riot project, lead by Maria Alyokhina. Pussy Riot is a Russian a protest art collective based in Moscow.For tickets, visit GoOut. cz. 480 to 680 CZK Musical group, Concert, World music

Teatro Delusio  19:30 @ Jatka78

Bubenské nábřeží 306/13

See event on January 15.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 300 to 490 CZK

Valmont 

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

Choderlos de Laclos was a French army officer unable to satisfy his military ambitions. Hence, he began devoting to literature. He wrote a number of poems and librettos but is best known for the novel _Les Liaisons dangereuses_ (1782), composed entirely of letters by the various characters to one other. The veracity of its action makes it the greatest work of its ilk.

Almost 200 letters depict the relationship between two rakes who deform the noble ideas of philosophical libertinism into moral perversion. For the sake of their amusement, the Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont interfere in other people’s lives and hatch schemes that ultimately bring about their downfall.

Libretto, Ballet

A Midsummer night’s dream 

22:00 @ Futurum Music Bar 90 CZK Party, Video

Dub Academy: Imperial Sound Army  21:00 @ Fuchs2

ostrov Štvanice 1125

Dan I, producer, selector, vocalist and sound engineer of this famous sound system intertwines everything with a whole mass of effects and its hypnotic vocal. He is one of the few regular guests from the continent to be a resident of the legendary University of Dub in London.

Remix

Walking with Dinosaurs  00:00 @ O2 Arena

Českomoravská 17

In realistic scenes you can witness the story of how dinosaurs fought for survival and domination. 600 to 1190 CZK

The Stand In 

19:00 @ Jára Cimrman’s Theatre

Štítného 5

Performed in English this brilliant comedy set in 1910 tells the story of a small Czech theatre company who, having lost some company members, recruit a renowned Czech actor.

Comedy

Saturday, January 19

19:00 @ National Theatre

Pachelbel – Mozart – Vivaldi 

Dream, Drama

17:30 @ St. George’s Basilica

Národní 2

Thursday, January 17 Aurora + support: Vesna  20:00 @ Forum Karlín

Pernerova 53

Norwegian singer/songwriter.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 795 CZK

Fanfare Ciocarlia  19:30 @ Palac Akropolis

Kubelíkova 27

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 400 to 450 CZK Musical group, Virtuosity, World music, Band, Concert

Teatro Delusio  19:30 @ Jatka78

Bubenské nábřeží 306/13

See event on January 15.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 300 to 490 CZK

Masters of Classics  20:00 @ Municipal House

Náměstí Republiky 6

Pražský hrad

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 650 to 1050 CZK

Royal Boudoir  21:00 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

See event on January 5.

Play, Lounge, Comedy

Queenie – World Queen Tribute Band  21:00 @ Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25

Queenie focuses on accurate and authentic performance of Queen’s songs, which has helped it become one of the best Queen tribute bands worldwide. 200 CZK Tribute, Rock, Pop, Tribute band, Band

Sunday, January 20 Alex Vargas 

19:00 @ Chapeau Rouge

Jakubská 2

Valmont 

Soul singer-songwriter who has previously won Danish artist of the year.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 350 CZK Life, Denmark

Ovocny trh 1

František Nedvěd 

Classical

19:00 @ Estates Theatre See event on January 16.

Libretto, Ballet

19:00 @ U Hasicu Theatre

Římská 45

Musician playing mostly folk and country

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Jindřišská 5

Z Key

music.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 380 CZK Country

The Nutcracker 

19:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 850 to 1450 CZK Ballet, Drama

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Tuesday, January 22 Jacob Lee 

19:00 @ Café V lese

Krymská 12

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 350 CZK

Tata Bojs + Dekkadancers 

Tiburtina Ensemble Gregorian Chant 

contemporary art DOX Poupětova 1

St. Jude U Milosrdnych

17:00, 20:00 @ Centre for

Czech pop rock band that won the coveted Angel award for best group. 740 to 890 CZK Theatre, Ballet, Pop, Rock

Welcome to Thebes  14:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

See event on January 10.

Europe

The Snow Queen 

14:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

Musical

Monday, January 21 Golden 60s 

19:00 @ Na zábradlí Theatre

Anenské náměstí 5

Pavel Juráček, a director, screenwriter, signatory to Charta 77 was a key figure of Czech film in the sixties.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 150 to 350 CZK Nature, World, Subtitle

Faust 

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

Can the world exist without action? The most demanding, impossible to perform, complex – in two parts to boot ... A play as the uppermost challenge placed before us

by Goethe, as well as the dramatic tradition spanning centuries and including numerous adaptations of the myth about trespassing human limits. We raise the question of what makes Faust our contemporary, what temptations he would have to face today.

And how much of the classical opus can actually be transferred to the stage at the beginning of the 21st century. A brand-new treatment, a brand-new _Faust_.

Myth, World, Action

Freddie 

19:00 @ Radek Brzobohaty’s

Theatre Opletalova 5

World-known tribute band Queenie will tell you the story of one of the most important person in music history – Freddie Mercury.

The legend that will never die. English subtitles.

Tribute band, Tribute

Mom Jeans

19:30 @ Church of St. Simon and

The mainstay of the programme is a sixvoice mass Vidi speciosam, composed by one of the leading composers of Renaissance polyphony Tomás Luis de Victoria - sounding as if you were in the 16th century.

Classical, Orchestra, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák, Concert, Symphony

NANO + Dirty Blondes  20:30 @ Malostranská beseda

Malostranské náměstí 21

Nano is a new indie-electro discovery of the Czech club scene. 130 to 200 CZK Indie, Electronic, Czech, Punk, Pop, Ska

Freddie 

19:00 @ Radek Brzobohaty’s

Theatre Opletalova 5

See event on January 21.

Tribute band, Tribute

Wednesday, January 23 Europeana 

19:00 @ Na zábradlí Theatre

Anenské náměstí 5

The history of Europe in the twentieth century depicted with a detached view, humour and bitter irony.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 150 to 350 CZK Fiction, Europe

Lenka Dusilová  20:00 @ Café V lese

Krymská 12

Lenka Dusilová is a Czech singersongwriter who has won the coveted Angel award.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 267 CZK Rock, Producer, Czech, Pop, Popular music, Folk, Singer

Tom Odell 

20:00 @ Forum Karlín

Pernerova 53

English singer-songwriter who won the 2013 poll of critics at the BRIT Critics Choice Awards.For tickets, visit GoOut. cz. 871 CZK

Yungblud 

generations.”For tickets, visit GoOut.cz.

309 CZK

Short Film Festival 

@ Various Venues The best and most inspiring short films from all over the world, featuring international competition, an overview program of current Czech cinema, an experimental films section Labo and the late night Brutal Relax Show.

Festival, Film

Lístek + F. T. Prim 

20:00 @ Malostranská beseda

Malostranské náměstí 21

190 CZK Flute, Country, Musical, Performance, Festival

Four Harps 

French pianist. 100 to 1200 CZK Classical

Friday, January 25

19:30 @ Convent of St. Agnes of

Lenka Dusilová 

Four female harpists from one family will play four harps.

Classical, Orchestra, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák, Concert, Symphony

Lenka Dusilová is a Czech singersongwriter who has won the coveted Angel award.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 267 CZK Rock, Producer, Czech, Pop, Popular music, Folk, Singer

The Vibrators + The Junk Food 

Sofian Medjmedj + support: Pilot 

Bohemia U Milosrdnych

19:00 @ 007 Strahov

Chaloupeckého 7

20:00 @ Café V lese

Krymská 12

19:30 @ The experimental venue

NoD Dlouhá 33

British punk rock band that came to fame in the 70s. 280 to 350 CZK Punk, Band

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 180 CZK

19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Yo Yo Band 

The Prague Burlesque Show 

French pianist. 100 to 1200 CZK Classical

Czech band playing reggae.

Czech Philharmonic & Pierre-Laurent Aimard  Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

The Night Season  19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

See event on January 4.

Comedy, Film

Thursday, January 24

20:00 @ Futurum Music Bar

Lenka Dusilová 

Yungblud, or Dominic Harrison, presents himself as “a socially conscious artist who is not afraid to create protest works linking

Lenka Dusilová is a Czech singersongwriter who has won the coveted Angel

Zborovská 7

award.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 267 CZK Rock, Producer, Czech, Pop, Popular music, Folk, Singer

20:00 @ Café V lese

Krymská 12

20:00 @ Barikádník Cultural House

Saratovská 20

Purplefox Town + Madhouse Express 

20:30 @ Malostranská beseda

Malostranské náměstí 21

Young Prague band, playing psychedelic rock. 120 CZK Rock

Czech Philharmonic & Pierre-Laurent Aimard  19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

21:30 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

See event on January 4.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 490 to 9990 CZK Burlesque

Watermät  23:00 @ Roxy

Dlouhá 33

French musical artist and record producer.

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 295 to 328 CZK Producer, Electronic, Deep house, Dance

80’s & 90’s 00’s Video Music Party 

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Ice Sculpture Festival  @ Galerie Harfa

Českomoravská 2420/15a

Festival, Ice Sculpture, Winter

Traditional Pig Slaughter 

@ National Museum of Agriculture Kostelní 44

Most children do not know how the meat which they eat is obtained from an animal.

At the museum you can see how pork meat is obtained and processed and create your own blood or liver sausages, with help from a butcher.

Festival, Gastronomy, Kids

Rocky Horror Picture Show  20:00 @ Kino Aero

Biskupcova 31

Audience participation and shadow cast screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Play, Shadowcast

Royal Boudoir  21:00 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

See event on January 5.

Play, Lounge, Comedy

Piano recital: Jan Bartoš  19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

pianist.

200 to 500 CZK Classical, Sonata

DiscoBalls 

19:00 @ 007 Strahov

Chaloupeckého 7

Ska with soul and punk. 150 CZK Ska

Sunday, January 27 Ghostemane  19:00 @ Roxy

Dlouhá 33

American rapper.For tickets, visit GoOut. cz. 550 CZK

The Nutcracker 

19:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 850 to 1450 CZK Ballet, Drama

Tata Bojs unplugged 

20:00 @ Centre for contemporary

art DOX Poupětova 1

22:00 @ Futurum Music Bar

Zborovská 7

90 CZK Party, Video

Ennio Morricone  20:00 @ O2 Arena

Českomoravská 17

Ennio Morricone has composed music for over 500 films and worked with the world’s top directors such as Warren Beatty, Pedro Almodóvar and Quentin Tarantino.

Nominated for an Academy Award 5 times.

1190 to 4990 CZK Classical, Film

Czech Philharmonic & Pierre-Laurent Aimard  19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Náměstí Jana Palacha 1

French pianist. 100 to 1200 CZK Classical

ABBA World revival  21:00 @ Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25

180 CZK World-famous, World, Revival, Professional musician

Valmont 

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

See event on January 16.

Libretto, Ballet

Saturday, January 26 Macbeth – Too Much Blood  19:00 @ Na zábradlí Theatre

Czech pop rock band that won the coveted Angel award for best group. 690 to 890 CZK Pop, Rock

The Watcher  19:30 @ La Fabrika

Komunardů 30

Pachelbel – Mozart – Vivaldi 

With its members coming from different corners of the Czech Republic and disparate musical backgrounds, Please The Trees is a band of many contrasts.

Indie, Rock, Czech, World, Czech republic, Dance

Pražský hrad

The Snow Queen 

Anenské náměstí 5

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 150 to 350 CZK Desire, World

17:30 @ St. George’s Basilica

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 650 to 1050 CZK

The Prague Wine Week is a unique festival House and Trainspotting. of wines, wineries and gastronomy. Wine Sexual, Life, Drama Wrong Assessment + Claudio lovers and professionals will meet in Prague restaurants, wine bars and wine shops.

Festival, Gastronomy, Wine

PRC

Wednesday, January 30

Queenie 

19:00 @ Kalich Theatre

Jungmannova 9

The absolute peak between the band, the European revivaly Queen and regular successful tour abroad, mainly in Scandinavia, are a guarantee of the quality of the experience.

Tribute, Rock, Pop, Tribute band, Band

Roman Tomeš 

Pietari Inkinen & Pastoral  19:30 @ Municipal House

Náměstí Republiky 6

Featuring Finnish violinist and conductor Inkinen along with Albrecht Mayer, who became Principal Oboe of the Berlin Philharmonic in 1992 and has remained so to this day.

Classical, Orchestra, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák, Concert, Symphony

20:30 @ Malostranská beseda

Pietari Inkinen & Pastoral 

150 to 200 CZK

Náměstí Republiky 6

Malostranské náměstí 21

19:30 @ Municipal House

Tata Bojs unplugged 

100 to 600 CZK Classical, Orchestra, Violin, Symphony orchestra, Philharmonic

art DOX Poupětova 1

Abstract + Ollie 

20:00 @ Centre for contemporary

Czech pop rock band that won the coveted Angel award for best group. 690 to 890 CZK Pop, Rock

The Pack A.D.  19:00 @ 007 Strahov

Chaloupeckého 7

Canadian garage rock duo from Vancouver.

250 CZK

The Watcher  19:30 @ La Fabrika

Komunardů 30

See event on January 27.

Indie, Rock, Czech, World, Czech republic, Dance

Tuesday, January 29 German Romantic Songs  19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Alšovo nábřeží 12

Although the focus of tonight’s concert is the work of two composers, Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms, the golden thread linking the two men is a woman – Clara Schumann, who influenced their lives and was an inspiration for their work. She was a piano virtuoso and composer.

Classical, Orchestra, Symphony orchestra, Antonín Dvořák, Concert, Symphony

Nirvana revival Praha  21:00 @ Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25

The Sex Lives of Siamese Twins  20:00 @ MeetFactory

Ke Sklárně 15

First theater release of the last Irvin Welshe novel – author of cult movies such as Acid

19:00 @ Cross Club

Plynární 23

U.S. rappers known for storytelling and live instrumental hip hop.

Rap

The Sex Lives of Siamese Twins  19:00 @ MeetFactory

Ke Sklárně 15

See event on January 29.

Sexual, Life, Drama

The Sex Lives of Siamese Twins  20:00 @ MeetFactory

Ke Sklárně 15

See event on January 29.

Sexual, Life, Drama

Thursday, January 31 Rejoicer 

20:30 @ Cross Club

Plynární 23

Yuval Havkin aka Rejoicer is one of Tel Aviv’s busiest producers and founder of the Raw Tapes label, home to Israel’s own beat movement.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 180 to 200 CZK Jungle

The Animals and Friends  20:00 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

American band The Animals, known for songs like “House of the Rising Sun,” “We Gotta Get out of This Place,” “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood,” and “I Put a Spell on You. For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 719 to 1339 CZK

Velvet Havel 

19:00 @ Na zábradlí Theatre

14:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

Musical

The Best of Swan Lake  21:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 750 to 1350 CZK Ballet

Jan Bartoš 

19:30 @ Rudolfinum

Alšovo nábřeží 12

The last pupil of Ivan Moravec, Jan Bartoš is clearly today’s rising pianist star.

Classical, Orchestra, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák, Concert, Symphony

Saturday, January 26

Monday, January 28 How to become Czech in 60 minutes  19:30 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

One nation, 60 minutes and four views of how to become Czech. The Royal Theatre presents an original show that won’t let you breathe for a moment.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 290 to 390 CZK Czech republic

Prague Wine Week 

Faust

@ Various Venues

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Signature Cocktails & Handcrafted Burgers

Malostranské náměstí 264/7, Praha 1 Malá Strana

Next to the Baroque church of St. Nicholas  on the Map +420 245 247 687 | www.josbar.cz

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16 restaurants and cafés Café and art – kinetic sculpture of Franz Kafka’s head

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Lazarská 1, Praha 1

Anenské náměstí 5

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 150 to 350 CZK Musical, Subtitle, Performance, Theatre, Czech, Life, Comedy, Antonín dvořák, Drama

Pietari Inkinen & Pastoral  19:30 @ Municipal House

Náměstí Republiky 6

See event on January 30.

Classical, Orchestra, Symphony orchestra, Antonín dvořák, Concert, Symphony

Kittchen & Aid Kid + Cermaque 

00:00 @ Malostranská beseda

Malostranské náměstí 21

One-man laptop-folk project of a singersongwriter. 170 to 220 CZK Industrial, Experimental, Electronic, Singer-songwriter, Folk, Concert

Ty Nikdy Label 

19:30 @ Lucerna Music Bar

Vodičkova 36

Paulie Garand, on their own behalf Paul Diamond, is a rapper and producer. Acts under the label you never Label, under which he published the album in 2010 and in 2012 the Punk album in the main role. Together with the BPM project accompanied her joyfully about forming a rap (Poets before the microphone), which issued two words and Horizon and also won an Academy Award in the category of popular music, Hip Hop and RnB. {gt} Solo, Tribute, Producer, Rap, Czech, Popular music, Drum, Hip-hop, Action, Czech republic

Pietari Inkinen & Pastoral  19:30 @ Municipal House

Náměstí Republiky 6

100 to 600 CZK Classical, Orchestra, Violin, Symphony orchestra, Philharmonic

Brutus 

21:00 @ Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25

Brutus is a Czech rock and dance group, for its style coined the term real big beat.

200 CZK Czech republic, Czech, Rock

Premium Rum Tasting Evening  19:00 @ Warehouse1

Sokolovská 68/105

You will try 5 to 7 different premium rums, which will be introduced and explained by a professional rum ambassador, an English native speaker. 1500 to 1990 CZK

La Cenerentola 

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

GhostMane

One of the most frequently performed works of Gioachino Rossini, a master of the bel canto style Libretto, Ballet

Friday, February 1 Matoma  23:00 @ Roxy

Dlouhá 33

Norwegian pianist, producer, and DJ is ranked among the absolute top in tropical house.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 292 to 325 CZK Remix, Czech

The Best of Swan Lake  21:30 @ Hybernia Theatre

Náměstí Republiky 3/4

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 750 to 1350 CZK Ballet

The Prague Burlesque Show  21:30 @ Royal

Vinohradská 48

See event on January 4.For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 490 to 9990 CZK Burlesque

Therapy? + support: Hell Paso  20:30 @ Rock Café

Národní 20

Alternative rock band from Northern Ireland.

For tickets, visit GoOut.cz. 459 CZK

Don Giovanni 

19:00 @ Estates Theatre

Ovocny trh 1

Design, Director, Theatre, Opera, Czech, Duo

All Month Czech Touches of Music 

@ Various Venues International festival aiming to offer valuable musical experiences while listening to top repertory compositions as well as interesting compositions that are not frequently performed.

Classical, Music, Festival

Exhibitions

1900-2000

Galerie La Femme Bílkova 2

Bonjour, Monsieur Gauguin: Czech Artists in Brittany 1850–1950 Kinsky Palace Staroměstské náměstí 12

The exhibition will provide details about the presence of Czech artists in Brittany from 1850–1950. Czech artists including Alfons Mucha, Josef Čapek, František Kupka will be compared to the likes of Paul Gauguin, Paul Sérusier and Émil Bernard. https://goout.net/en/tickets/ bonjour-monsieur-gauguin-czech-artists-inbrittany-1850-1950/aapd 150 to 350 CZK Exhibition, Bohemia, National gallery

Czech-Slovak / SlovakCzech National Museum Václavské náměstí 68

Newly re-opened after a decade, parts of the historical building of the National Gallery are now open to the public. 170 to

Galerie La Femme

Small, welcoming gallery that displays paintings, graphic arts and sculptures by both famous and up-and-coming Czech artists.

Gallery of Steel Figures Gallery of Steel Figures 28. října 13

This entirely interactive museum boasts giant hand-made sculptures that kids can climb all over and in, from cars and motorcycles to a life-size Bumblebee from Transformers. Perfect during these cold winter months. 189 to 299 CZK

Museum of Senses

Museum of Decorative Arts 17. listopadu 2

A comprehensive look at the development of Czech design in the 20th century at the Czech Republic’s largest design museum.

180 to 300 CZK

Parades of Glass: 19582018 Museum of Decorative Arts 17. listopadu 2

The most iconic pieces of studio glass from renowned Czech artists including Josef Koudelka and Vladimír Kopecky. 180 to 300 CZK

Jan Palach

Museum of Senses Jindřišská 20

From optical illusions to testing your 5 senses, mind-boggling fun for the whole family. 170 to 290 CZK

Museum Kampa U Sovových mlýnů 2

Artworks showing that despite the totalitarian regime having tried to suppress Jan Palach’s memory, it still remains in the society’s consciousness. Plus posters, book covers and musical recordings.

Design in the Czech Lands

80‘s music!

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FILMED in prague

© Filmed in Prague

Prague through the lens of directors who have shot here. For more, follow filmedinprague on Instagram.

BY Bektash Musa Mission Impossible (1996) The first of what is now a six-movie series spanning twenty-two years, produced and starred in by American actor and stunt-man Tom Cruise.

The series focuses on a highly specialized security team called the Impossible Missions Force. In the first installment, an American agent, under false suspicion of disloyalty and the murder of the rest of his team, must discover and expose the real spy without the help of his organization – and the 38

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This scene was shot at Platnéřská street which boasts a breathtaking view of the Prague Castle from across the Vltava River in Old Town. Nearby you can check out the Municipal Library and the beautiful Clementinum Library. The Municipal Library is not only the oldest public library in Prague, it is also home to a surreal mind-bending book sculpture and an art gallery upstairs. The library of the Clementinum complex is a Baroque masterpiece, regarded as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. This library dating back

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to the 18th century is filled with floor-to-ceiling books, giant antique globes and an overload of Baroque architecture – well worth a visit!

Turkish photographer Bektash Musa fell in love with Prague at first sight. A fan of media, Musa also wanted to show the world the beauty of the city through the eyes of directors who filmed here, pairing photos of actual places with scenes from movies, television shows, documentaries and music video where they were originally shot.

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