Prague Rooftop Bars: 12 Terraces with Best Views (2026)
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Prague Rooftop Bars — 12 Terraces with the Best Views
By Uliana Formina · top-category licensed Prague guide · 17 years of experience
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Our top pick: T-Anker — an open-air terrace above a department store, with a panorama stretching from Týn Church to Prague Castle, and draft Czech lager at surprisingly fair prices.
Prague is a city designed to be seen from above. The layered skyline — Gothic spires, Baroque domes, red-tile rooftops — reveals itself differently from every elevation. Over the past decade, rooftop bars have multiplied across the city, and the best of them offer more than just a view. They offer an experience you simply cannot replicate at street level.
We take visitors through Prague every day, and we know which rooftops deliver on their promise and which ones coast on altitude alone. This guide covers 12 rooftop bars in Prague worth your time, organized from our top pick down through neighborhood gems, with practical details on pricing, timing, and what to order once you're up there.
1. T-Anker — The Local Favorite Above Kotva
T-Anker sits on top of the Kotva department store on náměstí Republiky, and it's the rooftop terrace that Praguers themselves actually use. The views stretch west toward the Old Town spires and Prague Castle — a wide, uninterrupted panorama that feels almost unfairly good for a place that charges normal prices.
A half-litre of Pilsner Urquell or Kozel runs 65–85 CZK, and the food menu covers grilled meats and seasonal specials. The atmosphere is relaxed, the crowd is mixed (locals, office workers, tourists who've done their research), and there's no velvet rope or dress code.
Insider tip: The terrace fills fast on warm evenings. Arrive by 5 PM on weekdays to claim a table along the western railing — that's where the Castle view is sharpest. The bar operates seasonally, typically May through September, weather permitting.
2. Terasa U Prince — The Postcard View of Old Town Square
Terasa U Prince is perched on the rooftop of Hotel U Prince, directly on Old Town Square. The view straight down onto the Astronomical Clock and the Church of Our Lady before Týn is the kind of image that ends up on postcards. No other rooftop in Prague puts you this close to the medieval skyline.
Cocktails range from 280–400 CZK, and wine by the glass starts around 180 CZK. It's a premium-priced spot — you're paying for the location. The terrace is small, and reservations are strongly recommended, especially for sunset hours.
Insider tip: Breakfast on this terrace (if you're a hotel guest or book early) is a fraction of the evening cost, and the morning light on the square — with fewer people below — is arguably more photogenic than sunset.
3. Cloud 9 — Cocktails Above Wenceslas Square
Cloud 9, on the top floor of the Hilton Prague, offers a sleek cocktail bar with floor-to-ceiling windows and a wraparound terrace. The view faces north and east, covering the Žižkov Television Tower, Vítkov Hill, and the rooftops of Karlín.
This is Prague's most polished rooftop cocktail experience. Drinks run 300–450 CZK, the cocktail menu rotates seasonally, and the bartenders know their craft. The interior is open year-round; the outdoor terrace is seasonal.
Insider tip: Thursday and Friday evenings often feature a DJ, which shifts the atmosphere from lounge to party. If you want conversation over cocktails, go on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The signature Cloud 9 Spritz — made with Becherovka and elderflower — is worth ordering at least once.
4. Zlatá Praha — Fine Dining with a Castle Panorama
Zlatá Praha sits atop the InterContinental Hotel on the banks of the Vltava, and the view is extraordinary — Prague Castle, the Letná hillside, and the river below, all in one sweep. This is more restaurant than bar, but the terrace serves cocktails and wine without requiring a dinner reservation.
Expect to pay 350–500 CZK for cocktails. The wine list focuses on French and Czech selections, with Moravian whites that pair well with the sunset. The dress code leans smart-casual, and the clientele is older and quieter than the average rooftop crowd.
Insider tip: The terrace faces almost due west. In summer, golden-hour light hits Prague Castle directly from behind you, illuminating the façade while you're comfortably in the shade. This is the best-lit Castle view from any rooftop in the city.
5. Oblaca — The Television Tower Restaurant
Oblaca is not a rooftop in the traditional sense — it's a restaurant and bar inside the Žižkov Television Tower, 66 meters above the ground. The view is panoramic and unmatched. On a clear day, you can see the entire city and the hills beyond.
The bar menu includes cocktails (280–380 CZK), Czech wines, and local beers. The food is modern Czech cuisine. The experience of drinking a cocktail while suspended above the Žižkov rooftops is genuinely unique.
Insider tip: The tower's observation deck is one floor above the restaurant. Buy a combined ticket (observation + one drink) for better value. Early afternoon on weekdays is the quietest time — tourist groups tend to arrive in the morning and late afternoon.
6. Duplex — The Wenceslas Square Party Terrace
Duplex occupies the top of a building at the southern end of Wenceslas Square, and it's the most nightlife-oriented rooftop on this list. The terrace has DJs on weekend evenings, a cocktail bar, and views over the square's full length — from the National Museum down to the Old Town.
Drinks run 250–380 CZK. The vibe is louder and younger than most other rooftops listed here. On warm weekend nights, it functions more as a club with a terrace than a quiet cocktail spot.
Insider tip: If you want the view without the party, go on a weekday afternoon. The terrace is open from mid-afternoon, and before 7 PM it's a calm, pleasant space with excellent views. After dark on Fridays, expect a queue and a cover charge.
7. Střecha Lucerny — The Hidden Art Nouveau Rooftop
The Lucerna Palace — the Art Nouveau passage built by Václav Havel's grandfather — has a rooftop terrace that many visitors never discover. Střecha Lucerny (the Lucerna Roof) offers views over the New Town rooftops toward Petřín Hill, with a laid-back atmosphere that feels more Berlin than Prague.
Beer runs 60–80 CZK, wine from 120 CZK. The space hosts occasional film screenings and cultural events in summer. It's not the most dramatic panorama on this list, but the setting — on top of one of Prague's most historically significant buildings — adds a layer that pure altitude cannot provide.
Insider tip: The entrance is through the Lucerna Passage, but it's not well-signed. Look for the door near the cinema entrance and follow the stairs up. Locals who've lived in Prague for years are sometimes surprised this place exists.
8. Terasa u Zlaté Studně — Michelin-Adjacent with a Garden View
Terasa u Zlaté Studně belongs to the U Zlaté Studně hotel, just below Prague Castle in Malá Strana. The terrace looks out over the red rooftops of the Lesser Town and the palace gardens cascading down the hillside. It's intimate — only about 30 seats — and the feeling is of dining in a private garden suspended above the city.
This is the most expensive rooftop on the list. Cocktails start at 350 CZK, and wine pairings run much higher. The food is fine dining. Reservations are essential — days in advance during peak season.
Insider tip: Ask for the corner table closest to the garden wall. The view from that seat includes the Vrtba Garden below and, in the distance, the spires of Old Town across the river. It's the single best table on any Prague terrace.
9. Aureole — The Karlín Newcomer
Aureole sits atop the Corso Karlín building, offering views over this rapidly transforming neighborhood and beyond to the Vítkov monument. It's a modern cocktail bar with a design-forward interior and an outdoor terrace that catches afternoon sun.
Cocktails run 250–350 CZK. The menu leans international, with a few Czech-inspired creations. Karlín's food and drink scene has exploded in the past five years, and Aureole fits the neighborhood's character — polished, contemporary, slightly ambitious.
Insider tip: Combine a visit with an evening walk through Karlín. The neighborhood has excellent street-level restaurants and bars within a five-minute radius, making it easy to start high and work your way down.
A private guide makes all the difference when exploring this part of Prague.
10. Letná Beer Garden — The Panorama Without the Price Tag
Technically an open-air terrace rather than a rooftop bar, the Letná Beer Garden earns its place on this list because the view is simply one of Prague's best — a wide panorama over the Vltava, its bridges, and the Old Town skyline. And the price is a fraction of any hotel rooftop.
A half-litre of beer costs 55–75 CZK. The food is basic (sausages, fries, nachos). The seating is communal benches. There's no cocktail menu, no reservations, and no dress code. What there is: one of the most satisfying views in the city, a cold beer, and the kind of relaxed atmosphere that makes you want to stay for hours.
Insider tip: Walk past the first beer stand (nearest the metronome) and continue east along the terrace. The second and third spots are less crowded and have equally good views. Sunset here — beer in hand, bridges below — is a quintessential Prague moment.
11. Monkey Bar — Design Hotel Views in Letná
Monkey Bar, on the top floor of the Mosaic House White hotel in Letná, offers a more curated alternative to the nearby beer garden. The view covers the river and the Castle district, the drinks are well-made cocktails (250–350 CZK), and the atmosphere is boutique-hotel chic.
Insider tip: The bar has both indoor and outdoor seating. In unpredictable weather, the indoor area with large windows gives you the view without the wind. It's also open later into autumn than most open-air terraces.
12. Sakura — Asian Fusion Above the River
Sakura, atop the Dancing House (Tančící dům) by Gehry and Milunić, combines Asian fusion cuisine with views over the Vltava toward the National Theatre and Petřín. The terrace wraps around the building's iconic curves.
Cocktails run 280–380 CZK. The food is the main draw, but the bar service is solid. The terrace faces south and west — good for afternoon sun and sunset light.
Insider tip: The glass-enclosed bar called Ginger & Fred, one floor below, has a similar view at slightly lower prices and is open year-round. If Sakura's terrace is full or the weather is uncertain, head downstairs instead.
Rooftop Bars by Neighborhood
Old Town (Staré Město): T-Anker and Terasa U Prince are both here, offering two very different experiences — local beer culture versus luxury cocktail terrace. If you're exploring Charles Bridge and the Old Town, these are natural stops after a day of walking.
New Town (Nové Město) and Wenceslas Square: Cloud 9, Duplex, and Střecha Lucerny are all within a ten-minute walk of each other. This cluster makes it easy to try multiple rooftops in one evening — start with cocktails at Cloud 9, walk to Lucerna for something more low-key, and end at Duplex if you want energy.
Vinohrady and Žižkov: Oblaca dominates this area from the television tower. At street level, Vinohrady's wine bars make a natural companion to a tower visit — start high, finish with a glass of Moravian Pálava at a neighborhood wine bar.
Malá Strana (Lesser Town): Terasa u Zlaté Studně is the standout. The Lesser Town is the quietest part of central Prague after dark, and the intimate terrace matches that mood. Pair it with our Prague Castle and Lesser Town walking tour for a full day that ends on a high note.
Letná and Holešovice: Letná Beer Garden and Monkey Bar offer two price points for essentially the same panorama. This stretch of the river is where Prague feels least touristy. A sunset here is best preceded by a walk through Letná Park from the Metronome.
Karlín: Aureole anchors a neighborhood that's worth exploring on its own. The street-level bar and restaurant scene in Karlín rivals Vinohrady, and the rooftop adds a vertical dimension.
When to Go — Sunset Timing by Season
Sunset is the decisive factor for a rooftop visit. The direction you face determines when the light is best.
West-facing terraces (Zlatá Praha, Terasa U Prince, Letná Beer Garden) light up during golden hour, with the last direct sunlight hitting Prague Castle's façade. East-facing terraces (Cloud 9, Oblaca) catch the afterglow — the sky behind you turns orange and pink while the city below begins to glow with artificial light.
Approximate sunset times in Prague:
April–May: 7:30–8:45 PM — the sweet spot. Warm enough for an outdoor terrace, light enough to see the city in detail, and the tourist crowds haven't peaked yet.
June–July: 9:00–9:15 PM — the longest evenings. Terraces stay bright until nearly 10 PM. Book early for sunset tables.
August–September: 7:30–8:30 PM — still warm, noticeably shorter. September evenings can be crisp; bring a layer.
October: 5:30–6:15 PM — only the hardiest terraces are still open. Blankets and heaters appear. The light is golden and dramatic.
Insider tip: Arrive 60–90 minutes before sunset. The pre-sunset light is often more interesting than the sunset itself — it's when the city's colors are richest and the shadows create the most depth across the rooftops. By the time the sun drops below the horizon, you've already had the best of it.
How to Make the Most of Rooftop Bars in Prague
Reservations matter. The best terraces have limited seating. Terasa U Prince, Zlatá Praha, and Terasa u Zlaté Studně all require advance booking during peak season (May–September). T-Anker, Letná Beer Garden, and Střecha Lucerny are first-come, first-served — arrive early.
Dress appropriately. Hotel rooftops (Zlatá Praha, Cloud 9, Terasa u Zlaté Studně) expect smart-casual. Beer gardens and casual terraces (T-Anker, Letná, Lucerna) are come-as-you-are. When in doubt, a collared shirt and closed shoes will get you into any venue on this list.
Budget realistically. A round of two cocktails at a hotel rooftop runs 600–900 CZK (roughly €24–36). The same evening at T-Anker — two beers and a plate of grilled sausage — might cost 300 CZK total. Prague's rooftop scene spans a wide price range, and the view quality does not always correlate with the bill.
Combine rooftops with a walking tour. Several of these terraces sit near major landmarks. After a full day exploring Prague's Old Town, Castle district, or Malá Strana on our All Prague in One Day private tour, a rooftop sundowner is the natural reward. Your guide can recommend which terrace best matches your route and mood.
If your evening plans lean more theatrical, consider our Medieval Dinner experience — fire shows, swordsmen, and unlimited drinks in a vaulted 15th-century cellar. It's the opposite of a rooftop cocktail in every way, and that's exactly the point.
Experience It With a Private Guide
Prague's rooftops are easy to find but hard to time perfectly. Our private guides know which terraces have the best light at which hour, which ones take walk-ins on busy nights, and which hidden entrances save you the queue. We build rooftop stops into walking tours as a natural finishing point — because there's no better way to end a day in Prague than watching the city light up from above.
Browse our private Prague tours — just your group, no strangers — and let us plan an evening that finishes at the right altitude.
FAQ
What is the best rooftop bar in Prague for views? Terasa U Prince offers the most iconic view — directly above Old Town Square, looking at the Astronomical Clock and Týn Church. For a wider panorama including the river and Castle, Zlatá Praha and Letná Beer Garden are strong alternatives at very different price points.
Are Prague rooftop bars open in winter? Most outdoor terraces close between October and April. Cloud 9 and Oblaca have indoor spaces with large windows that stay open year-round. Ginger & Fred (below Sakura) is also enclosed and operates through winter.
Do I need a reservation for rooftop bars in Prague? For hotel rooftops — Terasa U Prince, Zlatá Praha, Terasa u Zlaté Studně — yes, especially on weekends and during summer. Casual spots like T-Anker and Letná Beer Garden are first-come, first-served.
How much do drinks cost at Prague rooftop bars? Beer at casual terraces runs 55–85 CZK (roughly €2–3.50). Cocktails at hotel rooftops range from 280–500 CZK (€11–20). The price gap between budget and luxury rooftops in Prague is significant.
Which Prague rooftop bar is best for sunset? West-facing terraces — Zlatá Praha, Terasa U Prince, and Letná Beer Garden — get direct sunset light on the Castle and Old Town skyline. Arrive 60–90 minutes before sunset for the best experience.
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