Prague Food Tour: 10 Tastings & Drinks with Local Stories

Summary

Prague food walks with locals tasting Czech classics & stories

You’ll follow two Prague locals through hidden bakeries and lively pubs, tasting ten classic Czech dishes paired with local drinks. Along the way you’ll pause by landmarks like the Astronomical Clock and swap stories over shared plates. The tour includes all food and beverages plus a hand-marked map for your own adventures — expect to leave full in every sense.

What’s the experience like?

We ducked off the main street and straight into a bakery that smelled like warm poppy seeds and something buttery I still can’t quite name. George was already waving us in, grinning like he’d been waiting for this moment all morning. He handed me a slice of something called “koláč” (I probably said it wrong — Leona laughed but didn’t correct me). The dough was soft, almost pillowy, and the filling was sweet but not too much. People say food tours are about eating but honestly, it felt more like eavesdropping on Prague’s kitchen table.

After that, we wandered past the Astronomical Clock — which is somehow smaller up close than I’d pictured from photos? George paused there to tell us about the old clockmaker and how locals used to set their day by those chimes. I could hear a busker playing accordion nearby, mixing with the voices from a café terrace. We tried pickled cheese at one stop (sounds weird, tastes good), then sipped dark beer in a pub where the wood tables were scratched with initials. Ten tastings sounds like a lot but you sort of lose count after the fourth or fifth glass.

I liked how nothing felt rushed. Leona pointed out little things — why everyone says “dobrou chuť” before eating, or how her grandmother used to make dumplings on Sundays. She pressed a folded map into my hand at the end, full of scribbled notes for places to try later. It started raining as we said goodbye and I remember thinking I could’ve stayed another hour just listening to their stories over coffee. There’s something about sharing food with strangers that makes a city feel less foreign, you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Authentic Czech food and culture tour

• Meet local guides George and Leona
• Explore favorite local food spots
• Experience authentic Czech food and drinks
• Learn about Czech history and culture
• Visit Astronomical Clock and hear its story

Top questions

How many tastings are included on this Prague food tour?

The tour includes 10 different food tastings along with about 6 beverages.

Is lunch provided during the Prague Food Tour?

Yes, lunch is included as part of the tour’s tastings.

Does this tour include drinks or alcohol?

Yes, alcoholic beverages as well as soda/pop, bottled water, coffee or tea are included.

Are there any stops at famous landmarks?

Yes, you’ll stop by the Prague Astronomical Clock and learn about its history.

Is public transportation nearby for this tour?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the meeting point.

Do I need to be very fit to join this walking food tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels but not recommended for those with walking issues.

Are infants allowed on this Prague food tour?

Specialized infant seats are available for families joining with young children.

What’s included

Your day includes all ten Czech food tastings plus about six drinks ranging from beer to coffee or tea; lunch is covered; you’ll get a city map marked with extra recommendations; entry fees and taxes are taken care of so you can just focus on enjoying each bite and story shared along the way.