Prague: Street Art Walk, Underground Club & Creative Spaces

Summary

Explore Prague’s raw street art scene, secret clubs and creative spaces with locals

You’ll walk Prague’s backstreets with locals who grew up here—finding hidden murals, a graffiti-covered skatepark only insiders know, and an underground club built from scrap metal. Along the way you’ll get real stories behind the art (and maybe try saying “Žižkov” right). It’s less sightseeing, more living Prague as it is now—and you might just see yourself differently too.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the smell—spray paint and old brick, kind of sharp but not unpleasant. Our guide, Tomas, waved us over by this wall covered in layers of color. He grew up here, he said, and you could tell by the way he talked about the city—like it was an old friend who’d made some questionable decisions but always bounced back. We started the alternative Prague walking tour in Žižkov, ducking down alleys I’d never have found on my own. At one point we passed a tiny café/gallery hybrid where the owner nodded at Tomas like they shared some inside joke. I still think about that mural outside—the one that’s been there for over a century. The paint’s faded but you can feel its weight somehow.

There was this skatepark next—a mess of graffiti and ramps wedged behind some apartments. Kids zipped by with headphones on; nobody cared we were there except one guy who grinned when our group tried to snap photos without falling over each other. The day trip through Prague’s underground culture wasn’t about ticking off sights—it was more like being let in on a secret. Tomas pointed out tags from artists who’d come from all over Europe just to leave their mark here. Someone asked if the city ever painted over them and he just shrugged—“Sometimes they do, sometimes new ones show up overnight.” It felt honest, not staged at all.

Later we wandered into what used to be a slaughterhouse—now it’s a theatre run by volunteers (I didn’t expect that). The walls inside were rough under my hand; you could almost hear echoes from before. There was this brief moment where sunlight came through broken glass and caught dust in the air—looked like something out of a movie for half a second. By the time we ended up at the steampunk club built out of old buses and car parts, my feet hurt but I didn’t want to leave yet. The music thumped low through metal floors and everyone seemed to know each other or at least acted like it.

I guess what stuck with me most wasn’t any one mural or place—it was feeling part of someone else’s version of Prague for a few hours. Not sure I’ll ever see the city quite the same way again.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Prague's alternative art scene

• See iconic street art and murals
• Visit art cafe and gallery
• View 120-year-old public mural
• Explore community art theatre
• Tour creative center for artists
• Enter steampunk underground club
• Discover social and political sites
• Visit hidden graffiti skatepark
• Admire mural art by top artists

Top questions

How long does the alternative Prague walking tour last?

The exact duration isn’t listed but expect several hours exploring multiple neighborhoods on foot.

Is this street art tour in Prague suitable for kids or families?

Yes, infants can join in strollers or prams; service animals are allowed; all areas are wheelchair accessible.

Does this tour include hotel pickup?

No hotel pickup is included; you meet your local guide at the starting point in Prague.

What should I bring for this day trip in Prague?

Bring water, dress for weather (umbrella if rain), and wear comfortable shoes—the tour runs rain or shine.

Are there any food or drink stops included?

No meals are included but you may stop by local cafés or galleries along the route.

Is this alternative Prague tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes—all surfaces and transportation options are wheelchair accessible throughout the experience.

What’s included

Your day includes walking with a professional local guide who shares real stories behind each spot; you’ll get a summary of what you’ve seen plus useful tips for your stay in Prague—and plenty of chances for photos along the way before heading off on your own again.