Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl with Open Bar & Club Entry

Prague’s Drunken Monkey crawl starts with the part most people care about: a concentrated open-bar session at Drunken Monkey Prague, followed by drinking games, welcome shots, and entry to several nightlife venues. The two-hour opening stop is the heart of the experience, with beer, wine, mixed drinks, vodka shots, rum, and absinthe listed among the drinks. After that, you move through up to four bars and clubs.

I like the easy social setup and the chance to meet people without spending your first night in Prague guessing which door to enter. I also like the included club entry, since cover charges can quickly eat into a $41.03 budget. The main caution is that this is a young, loud, sometimes crowded party night, and the crawl may rely on a schedule or group chat rather than a host physically guiding everyone from door to door.

The key points before you book

• The open bar is concentrated at the first venue: Plan for roughly two hours, with the exact session listed as 8 to 10 pm or 10 to 11 pm depending on your group.
• Drinking games set the tone: Beer pong, flip-cup, and Dare Jenga are part of the opening stop, along with sports on large screens.
• You visit up to four nightlife venues: The plan includes Drunken Monkey plus three or four other bars and clubs, though the exact route may vary.
• Club entry is included: You do not pay a separate admission fee for the final club listed in the evening plan.
• The group can reach 100 people: A large crowd creates energy, but it can also mean queues, noise, and people getting separated.
• Arrive early and pace yourself: Late arrival cuts into the open-bar period, and several hours of drinking can catch up with you fast.

What the first two hours at Drunken Monkey are like

The evening begins at Drunken Monkey Prague, at U Milosrdných 848/4 in Prague’s Old Town. This is not a quiet wine bar where you ease into the night. It is the main gathering point, the place for the open bar, and the spot where the hosts try to get strangers talking.

The included activities are designed to do that work quickly. You might be pulled into beer pong, flip-cup, or Dare Jenga, while sports play on LCD screens and HD projectors. If you arrive alone, these games give you a reason to join a table instead of standing awkwardly with your phone in hand.

The listed drinks include beer, wine, mixed drinks, vodka shooters, absinthe, and rum. In practice, the opening period may begin with beer and wine before spirits become available. Some people found the drinks weak or limited, while others enjoyed the generous access. I would treat the open bar as a useful bonus, not a guarantee of premium cocktails or every listed spirit at every moment.

Timing matters more than the headline suggests. The open bar is described as running from 8 to 10 pm or from 10 to 11 pm, depending on the group arrangement. If you arrive late, you get less time. A late start can turn the best financial part of the package into a short round of basic drinks, so get to the meeting point early.

The atmosphere can also change with the size of the booking. The maximum is 100 people. A full night may feel social and easy to join, but the first bar can become hard to move around in. Some groups have found it too packed, while smaller groups have had more room for the games and conversation.

The move through four bars and clubs

After the opening stop, the plan is to visit up to three or four additional venues. You receive a welcome shot at each bar, and the full experience lasts about six hours. The venues are intended to give you a ready-made night out instead of making you search for a bar, pay separate entry fees, and work out the next stop.

That convenience has real value in Prague. If you are new to the city, you may not know which places welcome a large party or where you can enter without waiting in a long queue. A host-led package can also help you meet other people quickly, especially during a short stay.

But do not picture a continuous parade with a guide at the front and everyone following behind. The evening may be managed through venue times and a WhatsApp group rather than a single host walking every person between locations. People have been separated from the group after a stop, and communication has sometimes been unclear.

For that reason, keep your phone charged and save the meeting address before you start drinking. Pay attention when the next venue is announced. If the group is told to leave at a certain time, do not assume the hosts will find you later inside a crowded club.

The route itself can be uneven. One stop may have a good party atmosphere, while another feels small, empty, smoky, or less appealing than expected. Some clubs have been praised as a highlight, while other groups found the venues dull or overcrowded. This is a nightlife crawl, not a carefully selected tour of Prague’s best bars.

Welcome shots, club entry, and what is actually included

The package includes a welcome shot at each bar and free entry to the club. Those two benefits can make the $41.03 price reasonable if you plan to visit several places anyway. A single club cover charge can be significant on a busy night, and the included entry saves you from paying again at the final stop.

Still, the phrase unlimited drinks needs careful reading. The unlimited part applies to the opening bar period, not to every venue all night. At later stops, the offer is generally a welcome shot rather than a full open bar. You should expect to pay for additional drinks once you leave Drunken Monkey.

The shot service may be informal. At some stops, a host may pour directly from a bottle rather than handing you a polished cocktail or a measured drink at the bar. That can feel fun and loose, but it also explains why the experience may not feel like a traditional guided pub tour.

Food is not included. You should eat before the crawl, since alcohol arrives early and the evening runs for about six hours. There is also no transportation at the end, so you are responsible for making your own way back after the final venue or the stated end point.

The people and party hosts

The social side is the strongest reason to choose this activity. The professional hosts run games, welcome newcomers, and help create quick connections between people who may be staying in Prague for only a few days. Hosts called P-Daddy and Moses received particularly warm praise, and one energetic promoter with locs was singled out for keeping the mood high.

That does not mean every solo participant will instantly find a group. Many people arrive with friends, and the crowd tends to skew toward the early and mid-20s. Solo partygoers who join the games may have a good night, but a reserved person who hangs back could feel overlooked.

The group can also be heavily male at times. That may affect how comfortable the evening feels, especially for women traveling alone. Use normal nightlife judgment, stay with people you trust, and do not feel obliged to accept a drink or remain at a venue that makes you uncomfortable.

The activity is open to people aged 18 and older, and you must be able to show identification if asked. Bring valid ID. The staff and venues can enforce age rules even if nobody checks at the meeting point.

Why the $41.03 price can work, and when it does not

At $41.03 per person, this is not a costly splurge by nightlife standards, but it is not automatically a bargain. The value depends on how much of the open bar you use, how much you would otherwise spend on club entry, and how useful you find the social structure.

The price works best for you if:

• You want a ready-made night rather than planning your own route.
• You expect to drink during the opening session.
• You value meeting new people more than choosing every venue yourself.
• You plan to enter the included club.
• You are visiting Prague briefly and want one organized party night.

The price works less well if you mainly want premium drinks, a closely guided walk, or a carefully chosen list of local bars. You may spend much of the evening paying for your own drinks after the first stop. If the hosts do not keep the group together, you may also wonder why you paid for a crawl you could have arranged yourself.

Compared with a self-planned night, the package offers structure, games, welcome shots, and club entry. A self-planned night gives you control over the music, crowd, drink quality, and time spent at each place. I would book this for the social advantages, not because it guarantees the cheapest drinks all night.

Noise rules and practical limits after 10 pm

Prague’s city rules matter here. After 10 pm, there is no guided tour in the sense of a group being led noisily through the streets. The operator follows the local noise curfew and asks people not to drink alcohol in public spaces outside Drunken Monkey.

You may still move between venues, but keep the transition quiet and respectful. Do not carry an open drink into the street. This is especially important in the Old Town, where residential areas sit close to nightlife spots.

The activity is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation arrives when you book. Most people can take part, but the combination of alcohol, loud music, smoking or vapor in some venues, and long hours on your feet will not suit everyone.

The advertised end point is back at the meeting point, but the evening involves several nightlife venues and no transportation home. Confirm the final location with the hosts before you separate from the group. If you leave early, arrange your own return.

Who will enjoy this Prague pub crawl

I would point this activity toward a social person in their late teens or twenties who wants a lively introduction to Prague nightlife. It can be especially useful if you are staying in a hostel, visiting alone, or arriving with one or two friends and want to meet a larger crowd.

It can also suit a group that wants drinking games and a simple plan. The hosts, games, and included entry remove some of the friction from a night out. The strongest evenings seem to come when people join in instead of waiting for the staff to entertain them.

I would be more cautious if you are over 40, dislike crowded clubs, need quiet conversation, or want a polished bar selection. Some older participants still had a funny night, but the crowd and music can feel aimed at a younger party scene.

This is also not ideal if you need reliable supervision. The group may spread out, and the hosts may not escort everyone from one venue to the next. You need to keep track of the schedule and your companions.

Six ways to make the night better

Arrive before the open bar begins. This is the simplest way to protect the value of your ticket and avoid losing drinking time.

Eat first. Food is not included, and the opening games make it easy to drink faster than planned.

Pace yourself. The evening is long, and the open bar is not a challenge to consume as much as possible. You will enjoy the later clubs more if you still feel steady.

Carry a charged phone. The route, timings, and group messages may be your best way to locate the next stop.

Ask about the next venue before leaving each bar. Do not assume the whole group will gather at the entrance or that someone will come looking for you.

Keep your expectations flexible. You may find a fun, packed club one night and a less exciting venue the next. The people you meet may become the night’s best part.

Should you book Drunken Monkey?

Book it if you want a social party package with games, an opening open bar, welcome shots, and included club entry for $41.03. Arrive early, eat first, pace yourself, and stay alert to the schedule. Hosts such as P-Daddy and Moses can add real energy, and the setup makes it easier to meet people than walking into Prague nightlife alone.

Skip it if you want unlimited drinks throughout the night, a tightly guided procession, quiet pubs, or full control over the venues. The biggest risks are overcrowding, weak or limited drinks, unclear movement between stops, and a crowd that may feel very young.

My call: this is a reasonable choice for a first Prague party night when the social side matters most. It is not the best pick for a refined bar crawl. Go for the games, people, and included entry, not for a promise of four perfect clubs.

FAQ

How much does the Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl cost?

The listed price is $41.03 per person.

How long does the pub crawl last?

The experience lasts approximately six hours.

Where does the pub crawl begin?

It begins at Drunken Monkey Prague, U Milosrdných 848/4, 110 00 Praha 1-Staré Město, Czechia.

Is the open bar available all night?

No. The unlimited drinks apply to the opening session at Drunken Monkey. The open-bar period is listed as 8 to 10 pm or 10 to 11 pm, depending on the group. Later venues include welcome shots, but additional drinks are not listed as included.

What drinks and activities are included?

The opening session includes beer, wine, mixed drinks, vodka shooters, absinthe, and rum. Drinking games include beer pong, flip-cup, and Dare Jenga. Sports are shown on LCD screens and HD projectors.

Is club entry included, and who can participate?

Free club entry is included. You must be at least 18 years old and able to show ID if asked. Confirmation is provided at booking, and the activity is offered in English.