I found the city of Prague in the Czech Republic to be dog-friendly in many aspects, including many options for bars or accommodation, including hostels. Many bars, pubs and restaurants that we visited were also dog friendly. Some of these places even offered drinking water and gave Henry some fuss.
There are lots of things to see in Prague, most of it you can see with a dog in tow. However, some attractions don’t allow pets, which is where a centrally located dog friendly place to stay comes in handy.
Dog Friendly Bars & Restaurants in Prague
There are many dog-friendly bars and restaurants in Prague. Most establishments that we visited let the dog in without hesitation, or directed us to some outside seating.
Beer Story
Beer Story is a pleasant bar which specialises in beer. They have an interesting selection to choose from. We stopped here with the dog while on a random walking tour through the Old Town, heading towards the Spanish Synagogue. The bar had a friendly vibe, with love sports on in the background. They were fine with the puppy and even brought him a bowl of Prague’s finest dog water.
I opted for the Staropramen Unfiltered wheat beer or Nefiltrovaný Pšeničný. This wheat beer was a great afternoon drink, so much so I had a couple. Beer Story also had other draft beers, including some dark lagers. We were not dining so didn’t try the food here, but the menu looks interesting including a venison goulash.
Restaurace U Mlynáře
Between the castle and St Nicholas Church, is Restaurace U Mlynáře, a dog friendly restaurant that serves great food and beer. Their menu features many traditional Czech dishes, including pork knuckles and knees. They were very welcoming to the dog, had a pet friendly sign and provided water for refreshments. Henry enjoyed some of their pork knee as a treat.
Pod Mostem a pub under The Charles Bridge
Pod Mostem is on the castle side of the river, located under one of the Charles Bridge arches. This was a pleasant venue with outdoor seating, with blankets to keep guests warm. As I was with the dog, the outside area was the only place allowed. There was table service outside at Pod Mostem. The server was prompt and friendly and also said hi to the puppy. Pilsner Urquell was the order of the hour here. These are so easy to drink and also delicious. I recommend this bar, however I suspect it could get busy outside in warmer weather.
Konírna Restaurant
Near to Prague Castle is a delightful traditional restaurant called Konírna. Konírna had a seating area where dogs could enter, which was great. We wanted beer and a light lunch, so we opted for their soups. As usual for this city, the beer was spot on and the restaurant was traditional in decor, in a good way. Both of the soups were tasty and hit the spot. A great restaurant who served great food.
Národní 38 Cafe
Near to the mechanical Franz Kafka statue was Národní 38. Národní 38 was the first place I spotted after doing some laundry and needed refreshments. It looked unique from the outside with domes with tables, however, inside it was a very hipster place with unique decor.
We needed cold and refreshing all round in a dog-friendly establishment. The dog got a bowl of water delivered and I ordered a berry lemonade drink. This was delicious and so refreshing. This is a great cafe with many coffee and brunch options, including avocado toast.
Konvikt a Traditional Czech Restaurant
Konvikt Restaurant and Bar is a nice place that serves excellent beer and tasty local food. They had no problem with dogs visiting, and they made us very welcome. The beer here was Pilsner Urquell, and for food, we opted for some local sausage dishes.
Atmosphere Cafe
Atmosphere Cafe is a lovely place to have a drink or dine out at in Prague 1. They are a pretty dog friendly place to eat and offered Henry some dog water. They have some great beers to enjoy, including Pilsner Urquell and Kozel. For food they have a daily menu with a soup and main course option.
Pilsner Urquell Restaurant
Another great place to visit in Prague is Pilsner Urquell Restaurant in the old town area. We visited their courtyard with the dog and found it pet friendly. They had an amazing vibe and we’re bustling on our visit. We enjoyed a few Pilsner Urquell beers and enjoyed a big, meaty meal. We enjoyed their pork knee dish with various condiments and bread. Henry was impressed with the meat and so was I.
Little Break
Near to the Spanish Synagogue in the Jewish Quarter is Little break, a lovely cafe. Little Break is dog friendly and a nice place to go for an afternoon drink or a light lunch. They have some very cute tables outside and the neighbourhood is beautiful. This is also a handy place to wait while using the nearby launderette.
Café Platýz
Another nice place we visited with Henry, our dog, was Café Platýz. Café Platýz is in a pretty courtyard with a nice outside seating area. They have a good food and drink menu with various local options. For beer we ordered their special which was delicious. We shared a cheeseboard for the starter which had some rather nice cheeses. For the main course, I enjoyed a pork disk with crispy roast potatoes, which was delicious.
Restaurant Na Ovocném Trhu
Another pet friendly place that we enjoyed visiting was Restaurant Na Ovocném Trhu. Restaurant Na Ovocném Trhu is in the old town area of the city in a nice, quiet square. They have a lovely terrace with delightful views of the square. The square is also a nice place for walkies when the rest of the city is busy.
They had a good range of beer on their menu, which we enjoyed a few. For food, they had some delicious choices. A special mention goes to their Bohemian charcuterie platter which had some lovely meats and cheeses. Overall, one of my favourite places is to sit outside and enjoy a beer with the dog here.
Restaurace U Provaznice
A cheap place for a hearty lunch near Wenceslas Square is Restaurace U Provaznice. Restaurace U Provaznice was a nice place to visit with the dog and served good food and beer. We enjoyed various beers here with the dog on our visits. They also served hearty food and enjoyed their goulash with dumplings. Overall, a good centrally located place for drinks or lunch.
John Lennon Pub
Another cool bar that we visited with Henry, our dog, was the John Lennon Pub, which is now called The Wall Pub. John Lennon Pub is pretty close to the Charles Bridge and John Lennon wall. They have a good theme in the pub and garden and the entrance is painted like the yellow submarine. John Lennon Pub serve beer at the table and their outside seating area is pleasant. They showed their dog friendly credentials by filling Henrys’ water bowl.
Dogs on Trains, Buses & Trams in Prague
Prague has a big tram network throughout the city. We had to learn quickly about buying tickets for our ride. You pay for a 30-minute ride at the machine, then travel away for that duration. On alighting passengers should scan tickets, then the 30 mins starts then.
This combined with walking was a great way to explore Prague, however, for some it might be better value getting a day ticket. The dog was fine travelling on the trams in the city with a lead and muzzle. More info…
Pet Friendly Hotels & Hostels in Prague
There are many options for accommodation when visiting Prague. This includes hotels, hostels, Airbnb and guest houses. You can easily find these on sites like Booking.com with their pets allowed search filter.
Bunker Factory in Wenceslas Square
Wenceslas Square is a very handy location for a place to stay and enjoy its nightlife. The Bunker Factory is a dog friendly hostel in the city’s heart and has useful facilities. If staying with a dog, you need to book a private room which is reasonably priced.
As well as a great location, they have communal areas for socialising, including a basic kitchen to keep costs down if you want to cook. They also have a bar area near the reception. The beds were OK and showers were good.
Hostel Dakura a Dog Friendly Place to Stay
Just outside the city on the far side of Prague Castle is Hostel Dakura, a dog friendly place to stay. Hostel Dakura is a functional hostel with comfy private rooms. They have a variety of communal areas, including a garden, a chill-out room and a shared kitchen. The neighbourhood is rather nice with lots of restaurants from traditional Czech cuisine to chines and Vietnamese. Hostel Dakura is near a transport hub, thus easy to get around the city.
Chili Hostel
Chili Hostel is near to the river on the edge of the Old Town area. It is a nice place to stay with comfortable double rooms. They required us to book an entire room because of the dog travelling with us. The room was spacious, with four beds, a shared bathroom, and a dining table. The Hostel seemed very popular with backpackers, which is always a good sign.
Where to shop for pet food?
There are many stores in the city, however I found that Billa supermarket was a great place to purchase cheap petfood. Billa has a few stores throughout the city, thus easy to find.
However, if your dog is not good with mainstream dog food or has a special diet, there are some specialist pet shops. My favourite was the comprehensive “Pet Centre” who has many shops in the city. They sold some grain free food and gave us a complimentary collar.
Dog Walks
The entire city is fantastic for walking the dog with lots of little park areas. Also, it is fine to walk around the tourist attractions at less busy times of the day. Prague is one of the nicest dog walks I have enjoyed in terms of things to see.
Around the city are dispensers of biodegradable paper bags for picking up dog poo. These also include a card scraper. I found these difficult to use unfortunately, but someone informed me it takes a while to get used to.
Shooters Island, accessible via Legion Bridge, is a brilliant spot for a dog walk as it is mainly grass and didn’t seem busy. The views of the riverbanks on both sides and down to the Charles Bridge are fantastic from here.
Other parks we enjoyed stretching our leg in include Karlovo náměstí and Vrchlického sady. Karlovo náměstí is a park in a medieval square that has many pleasant buildings on the edge, including a town hall and a Barique Church.
Vrchlického sady is an extensive park with statues and is near to the railway station. Thus is a great place for some exercise before or after a train journey.
One of my favourite walks is around the courtyards of Prague Castle. The architecture of the area is top draw.
The garden areas of the castle are out of bounds for walkies, however you can mooch around near the main sights like the cathedral and basilica. The cafes and bars of the area have outside seats which welcome canine guests.
However, there are 100s of other options on where to walk, a great doggy destination: IMO.
So, Is Prague Dog Friendly?
Prague was an absolute pleasure to visit with a dog on multiple visits. We had no issues with accommodation, bars, or restaurants. Henry also had the pleasure of meeting other dogs daily, including some King Charles Cavaliers. Even a kebab shop owner loved him so much that he made him a small plate of meat while we awaited ours. Some attractions allowed Henry to visit and others have prominent rules about visiting with pets.