Plzen’s beer culture comes alive through its excellent brewery tours. The must-do experience is the Pilsner Urquell Brewery tour, where you’ll learn the authentic story of the world’s first golden lager in the very place it was born.
The 90-minute tour includes the historic cellars and a sample of unfiltered beer straight from oak barrels – a real treat.
I’m especially fond of the combo tours that pair brewery visits with traditional glassblowing demonstrations. The beer bike tours offer a fun, active way to see the city while enjoying Czech brews, though they’re best in warmer months.
The evening pub crawls give you a local’s perspective of the best taverns, complete with hearty Czech bar snacks and plenty of beer wisdom from knowledgeable guides.
Check out these outstanding drinking tours in Plzen:
Key Points
- The Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour offers an immersive experience to learn about the origins and brewing techniques of authentic, unfiltered Pilsner Urquell beer.
- The Bohemian Glassworks Experience combines a tour of Ruckl Glassworks with exploring Pilsen’s historic center and enjoying a traditional Czech lunch.
- The Pilsen Nightlife: Pub and Club Crawl provides visitors with the opportunity to experience the vibrant nightlife of Pilsen, including pouring beer at a local pub.
- The Pilsen Brewery Museum offers an affordable way to explore the 15th-century brewing house, medieval cellars, and the world’s smallest beer jug.
- The Beer Bike Adventure offers a unique cycling experience with unlimited premium non-alcoholic Pilsner draft beer, a private driver, waiter, and guide.
Day Trip to Pilsner Urquell Brewery and Bohemian Glassworks
If you’re a beer enthusiast, the day trip to the Pilsner Urquell Brewery and Bohemian Glassworks is a must-do activity during your time in Plzen.
You’ll start by visiting the Ruckl Glassworks, where you’ll learn about the secrets of Bohemian crystal production.
Then, you’ll explore Pilsen’s historic center before enjoying a traditional Czech lunch.
The highlight of the tour is the Pilsner Urquell Brewery, where you’ll learn about the beer’s history and brewing techniques, and taste the authentic, unfiltered Pilsner Urquell beer in the brewery cellars.
With a knowledgeable and friendly guide, small group size, and included transportation, this tour offers an immersive and hassle-free experience.
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Pilsen: Pub and Club Crawl
While exploring the vibrant nightlife of Pilsen, learn about a thrilling pub and club crawl that takes you through the city’s trendiest hotspots.
You’ll visit 6 clubs and bars, enjoying a welcome drink at each location, over the course of 5 hours. The tour is wheelchair accessible and caters to various language preferences, including German, English, Czech, Slovak, and Russian.
With a cost starting at $63.18 per person, you can reserve now and pay later, with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
Highlights include pouring your own beer at a local pub and following in the footsteps of celebrities like John Malkovich and Gerard Depardieu.
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Pilsner Brewery Tour Incl Beer Tasting & Czech Town Pilsen
Enjoy the rich brewing heritage of Pilsen, Czech Republic, with the Pilsner Brewery Tour.
The 7-hour experience includes a visit to the iconic Pilsner Urquell Brewery, where you’ll learn about the beer’s origins and enjoy tastings from oak barrels.
The small group tour, limited to 10 participants, offers a personalized experience. At Kč 3,300 per person, the tour provides excellent value, with a free cancellation policy up to 3 days in advance.
Explore Pilsen’s medieval cathedral, synagogue, and museums dedicated to American and Belgian soldiers, accompanied by a guide with familial ties to the area.
Rated 5/5 by travelers, the tour is wheelchair accessible and not suitable for children under 6.
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Pilsen: Brewery Museum Entrance With a Glass of Beer
Step into the rich history of Czech beer culture at the Pilsen Brewery Museum. For just $6.85, you’ll gain entry and receive a 0.3-liter taste of the iconic Pilsner Urquell.
Explore the 15th-century brewing house, view the world’s smallest beer jug, and experience medieval beer traditions. With free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and no upfront payment required, it’s an unmissable opportunity.
The museum features medieval cellars, a Gothic malt shop, and authentic early 20th-century beer pubs. Travelers across demographics have rated it 4.3/5, praising the value and guided experience.
Just activate your ticket via the provided QR code and enjoy this immersive journey into Pilsen’s brewing legacy.
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Pilsen: 1.5-Hour Beer Bike With Unlimited Beer
This 1.5-hour Beer Bike experience in Pilsen allows you to explore the city’s vibrant streets while indulging in unlimited premium non-alcoholic Pilsner draft beer.
During the tour, you’ll cycle through Pilsen’s city center with a private driver, waiter, and guide. The experience includes a safety briefing, scenic cycling, personal music selection, and enhanced night party lights.
After the ride, you’ll enjoy a 30-minute after-party. The tour accommodates up to 14 participants and is available in English, German, Czech, and Slovak.
Pricing starts at $525.52 per group, and private group experiences are available with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
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Pilsen: Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour With Beer Tasting
Explore the birthplace of pilsner beer with the Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting.
This 110-minute tour takes you on a journey through the history and production of the world-renowned Pilsner Urquell lager. Learn about the ingredients and brewing process, then venture into the historical cellars to taste the unfiltered pilsner.
Visit the modern bottling facility and enjoy souvenir shopping before capping off your experience with Czech cuisine and beer at the Na Spilce Pub.
Rated 4.6/5 by over 1,300 reviewers, this tour is a must for beer enthusiasts and offers excellent value at $16.85 per person.
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The Sum Up
You’ll find a wide range of drinking tours in Pilsen, from the iconic Pilsner Urquell Brewery to pub crawls and beer bikes. Whether you’re interested in the history and production of Czech beer or simply want to experience the vibrant nightlife, there’s something to suit all tastes. With so many options, you’re sure to have an unforgettable time exploring the beer capital of the Czech Republic.