Cocktail Hour in the City

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Prague’s status as the cosmopolitan capital of Eastern Europe is well deserved with new international bars, hotels and restaurants opening up and expanding.

Check out our top 3 recommendations on where to sip a cocktail to remember in the Golden City. All of the businesses listed are Gay Friendly, naturally.

A Sunset Cocktail?

Cloud 9 at the Hilton

Cloud 9 at the Hilton – Breathtaking views of the city.

Enjoy a sunset cocktail in this uber-cool sky bar and enjoy some of the best views of the city. The view of Prague castle when the sun is setting in the background is one of the most romantic sights of the city.

For more invormation visit Cloud 9

A Cuban Mojito?

Mojitos at La Bodeguita

An authentic taste of Cuba at La Bodeguita!

For a completely different experience, head to La Bodeguita Del Medio, famous the world over for its Cuban Mojito, relaxed atmosphere and authentic decor. Delicious.

Visit La Bodeguita Del Medio for more.

An Angelic Cocktail?

Toms bar at the Augustine

Toms Bar at Rocco Fortes Augustine Hotel – One Word – Salubrious!

Finally, head to Tom’s Bar at the Augustine Hotel. This Rocco Forte 5 star bar has four signature “Angel” cocktails cocktails named for the Cherubs depicted on a 16th-century baroque ceiling above you. Be prepared to splash-the-cash… but well worth it.

Check out Toms Bar at the Augustine Hotel Website here.

Visit our Bars & Clubs section for a complete guide on Prague’s gay nightlife.

Prague Pride 2013 – Dates

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The annual Prague Pride event is one of the highlights of the city’s Gay Calendar and is embraced by the entire city with full support from the Mayor’s office.

Prague Pride 2013

This year’s Prague Pride is expected to attract more then 100,000 visitors.

This year Prague Pride will take place from August 13th to 19th. The main parade will take place on Saturday the 18th of August followed by a series of special concerts.

This is one of the most colorful pride parades you are likely to see in Eastern Europe. And while it has a strong political element, there is also a great party atmosphere.

Videos of Prague Pride

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But Prague Pride will be much more than that: It is a full week festival with over 80 events in cooperation with more than 40 organisations, from human rights workshops to many different kind of cultural events. There will be several parties every day, but you could also visit Prague’s cinemas or theatres, where LGBT+ films will be shown and comedies, circus & cabaret will be offered.

Prague Parade 2013

The highlight of the entire Pride will be the Saturday afternoon parade through the city.

Various exhibitions will be part of the Pride week, with Czech and Slovak artists focusing on LGBT+ life. There will be days which will focus on different parts of the Czech LGBT+ community. A beach volleyball, football, and squash tournament is being prepared for those who like to exercise their bodies. The program will be completed by city tours, picnics, and debates, with various topics such as arts, politics, and religion

Check out the full listing for Prague Pride.