Discover Prague’s 200 best Local Soul spots for your trip

Riegrovy Sady

★ 4.7 · 12,183 reviews

Join the locals at Riegrovy Sady, the Prague 2 park famed for its hilltop view of the castle. Grab a drink from the kiosks, spread out on the grass, and watch the sun set over the skyline.

Královská obora Stromovka

★ 4.8 · 17,969 reviews

Picnic by a pond or let children loose on the playgrounds in Prague's biggest city park. A favourite local escape for families and joggers.

Parukářka Park

★ 4.7 · 106 reviews

Climb up to Parukářka, the laid-back hilltop park where Prague 3 locals come to unwind. Settle on the grass, gaze over the city rooftops, and see how residents spend an easy afternoon outdoors.

Kunratický les

★ 4.7 · 74 reviews

Escape the city for the shaded paths of a large forest on the outskirts. A hidden-gem walk that few visitors to Prague ever find.

Vršovice

Head to Vršovice, Prague's low-key creative district southeast of the centre. Wander Krymská and its side streets, hopping between independent cafés and craft beer bars as the neighbourhood warms up for the evening.

Chlebíčky Letná

★ 4.6 · 509 reviews

Discover Chlebíčky Letná, the local deli where Prague's classic open sandwiches are made fresh. Pick a few toppings, add a coffee and eat quickly, just as the neighbourhood does.

Prokop Valley

★ 4.7 · 5,830 reviews

Escape the city at Prokop Valley, a hidden nature reserve on Prague's southern edge. Follow trails beneath limestone cliffs and across open meadows, all within easy reach of public transport.

Žižkov

Climb into Žižkov, Prague's rowdy, bohemian hillside district beneath the quirky Television Tower. Explore its steep streets, then settle into a packed local pub as the evening gets going.

U Bulínů

★ 4.6 · 3,019 reviews

Discover U Bulínů, the Vinohrady pub that locals love and visitors travel out to find. Pair a pint with braised beef in a traditional, friendly room away from the busiest tourist streets.

Grébovka (Havlíčkovy sady)

★ 4.8 · 14,498 reviews

Stroll through terraced gardens, a historic vineyard and an artificial cave in a Vinohrady park. A free, romantic stop with views over the city.

Hvězda

★ 4.7 · 5,754 reviews

Walk through an old royal hunting ground to a Renaissance palace built in the shape of a star. A calm green escape that mixes history and woodland.

Holešovice Market

★ 3.9 · 18,718 reviews

Explore Holešovice Market, where locals shop for their daily produce. Pick up fresh fruit, vegetables and braided cheese, and see how Prague residents really buy their food.

Vinohradský pivovar

★ 4.5 · 2,303 reviews

Pull up a chair at Vinohradský pivovar, a welcoming Vinohrady brewery pouring its own pilsners. Pair a fresh house beer with a traditional Czech dish and linger in the calmer upstairs room.

Vinohrady

Stroll through Vinohrady, the refined district of Art Nouveau townhouses and tree-lined avenues east of the centre. Linger in a café near Náměstí Míru, then climb to the terraced gardens or Riegrovy sady for views over the rooftops.

Dva kohouti

★ 4.5 · 2,250 reviews

Settle into Dva kohouti, an industrial-style craft brewery in Karlín. Taste house-made beers, including a local sour, alongside a crowd of Prague regulars.

Letná

Watch the sun set over Prague from a hilltop park with a beer garden. A relaxed neighbourhood for couples and solo travellers.

U Kroka

★ 4.7 · 8,936 reviews

Discover U Kroka, the 1895 Czech restaurant in Praha 2 that keeps things simple and good. Work through goulash, svíčková or schnitzel in a brick-walled room, or on the summer terrace.

Farmers' Market, Jiřího z Poděbrad

★ 4.4 · 3,247 reviews

Wander the Jiřího z Poděbrad farmers' market in Vinohrady, a lively neighbourhood favourite. Sample fresh produce, grab a coffee, and find a spot to sit and watch the market life.

Místo

★ 4.6 · 2,947 reviews

Head to Místo in Prague 6 for a breakfast far from the tourist crowds. Enjoy coffee with a hearty dish like okonomiyaki or romesco on toast and watch the neighbourhood regulars settle in.

Franciscan Gardens

★ 4.7 · 9,071 reviews

Slip off busy Wenceslas Square into a peaceful medieval garden full of flowers and benches. A free, quiet retreat that suits older travellers and couples.

Lucerna Music Bar

★ 4.5 · 6,890 reviews

Discover Lucerna Music Bar, an intimate Prague venue where touring bands and retro party nights share the same stage. Get close to the performers and dance late into the night.

Karlín

Eat and drink your way through a stylish, revitalised district packed with restaurants and cafés. A trendy stop for food lovers and solo travellers.

Book Therapy

★ 4.8 · 301 reviews

Slip into Book Therapy, a quiet Vinohrady bookshop where coffee and reading go together. Browse English and Czech titles, flip through cookbooks and art books, and linger over a drink.

Futurum Music Bar

★ 4.4 · 1,932 reviews

Discover Futurum Music Bar, a curved concert space in Smíchov where touring artists meet themed party nights. Pick a spot at the side seats or in the open floor and let the live set carry the evening.

Café Záhorský

★ 4.4 · 2,301 reviews

Drop by Café Záhorský, a local favourite in Bubeneč far from the tourist trail. Order Turkish eggs and an iced tea, and enjoy the quick service and easy pace.

Gemüse Corner Kebab

★ 4.2 · 3,258 reviews

Head out to Gemüse Corner Kebab, the Praha 4 counter that locals have queued at for years. Grab a kebab sandwich with garlic sauce and eat it on a quick, no-fuss stop.

Sodo

★ 4.6 · 1,297 reviews

Stop by Sodo, a small Dejvice coffee shop with a creative drink list and a loyal local crowd. Try the Czech-style krupicová kaše or a soft baked bun alongside a carefully brewed cup.

Farmers' Saturday market

★ 4.5 · 5,810 reviews

Spend a Saturday morning at the Nové Město farmers' market. Graze on fresh seafood and baked goods, sip beer or hot wine, and browse stalls of pottery and local crafts.

Dejvice

See where Prague's students and families really live, among villas and quiet cafés. A local-feeling area that suits solo travellers who like to wander.

Café Jen

★ 4.7 · 1,555 reviews

Wander into Café Jen in Vršovice for a brunch locals rate as the best around. Grab a window seat or a table outside and pair a flavour-packed plate with a flat white.