Prague: Pub Crawl with 2-Hour Open Bar at Drunken Monkey

Prague’s Drunken Monkey pub crawl starts with the part most people care about: unlimited drinks and drinking games at the opening bar. You can play beer pong, flip cup, and giant dare Jenga before heading out to several bars and a nightclub with free welcome drinks along the way.

I like the easy social setup, especially if you are traveling alone or with just one friend. I also like that the route changes each night, which lets the hosts choose the liveliest available spots instead of sending every group to the same fixed venues. The main catch is the final club: it can be excellent, ordinary, or disappointing, depending on the night and event.

Key points to know

• Two opening schedules: Choose the 8pm pub crawl with a two-hour open bar, or the 10pm club pregame with one hour of included drinks.
• Drunken Monkey is the social hub: Beer pong, flip cup, giant dare Jenga, sports screens, and a busy international crowd get the night moving.
• Three or four further venues: You receive a welcome shot or drink at each partner bar or club, with the route changing nightly.
• The later route is partly self-guided: After 10pm, city rules mean there is no guided street tour.
• The final club is the weak link: Entry is included, but the music, setting, queue, and door policy can vary.
• Best for adults seeking nightlife: You must be at least 18 and able to show identification.

Starting at Drunken Monkey from 8pm or 10pm

The most important choice comes before you book. The 8pm pub crawl group gives you the fullest version of the experience, while the 10pm club pregame group is better if you want a shorter warm-up before heading out.

For the 8pm option, arrive around 7:45pm. The open bar runs from 7:45pm to 9:45pm, despite the general description referring to 8pm to 10pm. You get unlimited beer, wine, mixed drinks, vodka juice shooters, vodka energy shooters, absinthe, and rum shots during that opening period.

The 10pm option includes open bar access from 10pm to 11pm. You also receive two free welcome-shot vouchers and a voucher for free admission to the club. After 11pm, you can remain at Drunken Monkey and buy drinks, or join the self-guided group heading to the partner bars and club.

That difference matters. If you want the hosts to get the evening moving and prefer a longer social start, choose 8pm. If you are already out in Prague, want to sleep later, or mainly care about the club, 10pm may be enough.

Why the opening bar works so well

Drunken Monkey is not just a check-in point. It is where the group forms, and that makes a difference. You have a natural reason to talk with people because the games provide something to do besides stand around with a drink.

Beer pong is the main attraction for many groups. Flip cup and giant dare Jenga add a more casual, silly edge. Sports are shown on flat screens or an HD projector, giving you another option if competitive drinking games are not your thing.

The open bar is generous on paper, but you should keep your expectations realistic. At busy times, you may need to wait or work your way toward the bar, and it may be hard to drink enough to match the full value of the package. I would not treat the deal as a challenge to consume as much as possible. The better value comes from enjoying a few drinks, joining the games, and using the opening hour or two to meet people.

Staff energy is one of the stronger parts of the evening. Hosts work to get the group involved, and individual hosts can make a large difference. One guide named Vinci is singled out for being friendly, helpful, and attentive when someone became separated from the group. That is useful on a night when people are moving between several venues.

Moving through three or four Prague bars

After Drunken Monkey, the group moves to three or four more bars and clubs. The exact route is not fixed. The hosts choose the night’s available party or event, so the experience can change from one visit to the next.

At each partner venue, you receive a free welcome shot or drink. Entry to all bars and clubs on the route is included, so you are not paying a cover charge every time the group changes locations. The hosts are also meant to provide the welcome drinks and keep the party moving.

The route is designed less as a guided look at Prague and more as a way to sample the city’s nightlife without planning every stop yourself. You will not get a history lesson or a carefully explained tour of neighborhoods. Instead, you get a practical introduction to several places in one night.

That setup suits you if you want variety. It is less appealing if you prefer to settle into one bar, talk at length, or choose your own music. The group may be large, and the crowd can lean toward young international visitors, including many American students. That can create a loud, friendly atmosphere, though it will not feel like a quiet local evening.

The changing route is both strength and risk

A fixed itinerary sounds reassuring, but nightlife changes quickly. A venue may be quiet, an event may sell out, or a club may be a poor choice on a particular night. The flexible route lets the hosts respond to the evening.

That flexibility is one of the best reasons to book this instead of trying to plan four venues yourself. You avoid spending half the night checking opening times, cover charges, and directions. You also receive a group, hosts, and included drinks at each stop.

The tradeoff is that you cannot know exactly what you are buying beyond the general format. One night may include several lively bars and a strong club finish. Another may send you to places that feel less special. Music styles can change from venue to venue, which is helpful if your group has mixed tastes, but the final stop may not match everyone’s expectations.

Keep your own standards in mind. This is a social pub crawl, not a premium club tour. The appeal is the company, easy access, and low planning effort.

What to expect at the final nightclub

The night ends with free VIP entrance to one of Prague’s larger nightclubs. The included entry can save money, particularly in Prague when cover charges and queues add up. The group is also meant to avoid the normal ticket line.

Still, this is where you need the most flexibility. The final venue changes, and the experience can depend on the event. Some nights finish in a lively club with multiple rooms and varied music. Other nights may feel less polished, with a temporary setup, limited facilities, or music that does not suit the group.

One particularly poor experience involved a New Year’s event in a large shed-like space with separate house and techno rooms and temporary toilets outside. That appears to have been specific to the event rather than the standard route, but it illustrates the risk of a changing nightlife program.

There can also be a queue at the club, even when entry is included. A bouncer may refuse admission, as happened to one member of a group, so bring identification and remember that free entry does not remove the venue’s door policy. If you are dressed very casually, have had too much to drink, or are not following the club’s rules, admission is not guaranteed.

The club is best treated as a bonus, not the sole reason to pay for the crawl. If the final venue is not your style, you have still had the opening bar, games, several stops, and welcome drinks.

Timing, city rules, and the self-guided part

The distinction between guided and self-guided travel is important. Due to Prague regulations, there is no guided tour on the streets after 10pm. Drunken Monkey follows the city’s noise curfew and street alcohol rules, and you are expected to do the same.

For the 8pm group, the host guides you to the first bar. The next bar is self-guided, using a token for a free shot on arrival. You then use the club voucher for free entry at the final venue.

For the 10pm group, you receive two welcome-shot vouchers and the club-entry voucher. After the one-hour open bar ends, you can leave for the other venues whenever you like. There is no guided street tour after 10pm.

This makes the experience less structured than the phrase pub crawl might suggest. You need to listen carefully, keep your vouchers, and know where to go next. If you become separated from the group, do not assume a host will lead you back at every stage.

The activity is listed as lasting six hours and ending back at the meeting point, but the evening can run longer if you stay out after the scheduled portion. One group reported continuing from 8pm until 4am, though that reflects people extending their night rather than a guaranteed tour duration.

Is $44 a good price?

At $44 per person, the value depends on how much of the package you use. The price covers one or two hours of open bar, entry to all listed bars and clubs, welcome drinks at the partner venues, party hosts, games, and VIP entry to the final nightclub.

For a drinker who wants a full night out, that can compare well with paying separately for several covers and drinks. The opening open bar is the clearest money saver, while the free shots and club entry add value as the night continues.

If you drink little, arrive late, or dislike the final venues, the price is less compelling. You may have more fun choosing one or two bars yourself and buying only what you want. I would book this for the social structure and convenience first, and the alcohol second.

Repeat customers may receive a discount, according to the activity details. The booking also allows cancellation up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those policies make it easier to fit the crawl into a changing Prague schedule.

Who will enjoy this pub crawl most?

I would recommend it to solo visitors, pairs, and small groups who want a ready-made night out. The games give you an easy opening, and the international group makes it simple to meet people without arranging introductions yourself.

It is also useful for anyone who wants to sample Prague nightlife without researching every bar. You get a route, hosts, included admission, and a reason to keep moving.

The experience is less suitable for anyone seeking local culture, quiet conversation, refined cocktails, or a guaranteed high-end club. It is loud, social, and built around drinking games. The group can be young and energetic, and the final venue is not fully predictable.

You must be 18 or older and able to show identification if asked. The activity is not suitable for children or pregnant women. English is the listed language for the hosts.

Small practical tips for a better night

Arrive early for the 8pm session, especially if you want the full open-bar period. For the 10pm session, arrive in time to receive your vouchers and understand where the group will go after 11pm.

Keep your shot tokens and club voucher somewhere secure but easy to reach. You may need them at separate venues, and losing one could mean paying for a drink or entry.

Do not assume unlimited drinks mean instant service. The bar can become crowded, so pace yourself and order efficiently. You will enjoy the later bars more if you do not treat the first hour as a contest.

Stay with your group during transitions, particularly once the route becomes self-guided. Follow the city’s rules about noise and alcohol in public places. Bring identification for the club, since the bouncer still controls admission.

Finally, think of the club as an uncertain finale. If it is excellent, the night ends on a high note. If it is not, the earlier parts can still make the $44 worthwhile.

Should you book the Drunken Monkey pub crawl?

Book it if you want a social, alcohol-focused introduction to Prague nightlife, especially if you are alone, in a small group, or visiting for only a few nights. The opening games, included drinks, changing route, welcome shots, and club entry give you plenty to do for the price.

Skip it if you want a guaranteed famous nightclub, a quiet local atmosphere, or complete guidance from start to finish. Choose the 8pm option for the fullest experience and the 10pm option if you mainly want a pregame before the club. Either way, go in expecting a lively group night, not a carefully controlled VIP evening.

FAQ

How much does the Prague Drunken Monkey pub crawl cost?

The listed price is $44 per person.

How long does the pub crawl last?

The activity is listed as six hours. The night may continue longer if you choose to remain out after the scheduled crawl.

What time can I start?

You can choose the 8pm pub crawl group or the 10pm club pregame group.

How long is the open bar?

The 8pm group has about two hours of open bar access, listed operationally as 7:45pm to 9:45pm. The 10pm group has one hour, from 10pm to 11pm.

What drinks are included?

The open bar includes beer, wine, mixed drinks, vodka juice shooters, vodka energy shooters, absinthe, and rum shots.

Is entry to the bars and nightclub included?

Yes. Entry to the bars and clubs on the crawl is included, along with free welcome shots or drinks at partner venues and free entry to the final nightclub.

Do I need to be 18 or older?

Yes. You must be at least 18 and able to show identification if requested. The activity is not suitable for children or pregnant women.