Spend a day from Prague exploring Czech crystal craftsmanship and the historic Pilsner Urquell brewery. Watch glassblowers at work, tour Pilsen’s old town and cathedral, and taste non‑pasteurised Pilsner straight from an oak cask.
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You step out of an air‑conditioned minivan and the Bohemian plain opens before you—low hills, fields, and the faint line of the Mže river that edges Pilsen. The first stop is a family glassworks where heat and hand shape crystal: blowers rotate, shears sing, and a raw gob of molten glass becomes a faceted cup under skilled palms.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves standing during tours and short walks on uneven surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Pilsen’s industrial rise in the 19th century and the 1842 development of pale lager at the local brewery transformed global beer production and shaped the town’s economy.
Conservation
Both sites manage visitor impact—observe photography rules in production areas, avoid touching exhibits, and choose reusable bottles to cut single‑use waste.
Reserve your spot on the Day trip to Pilsner Urquell brewery and bohemian glassworks today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Carry valid ID for tastings
You must be 18+ to sample alcoholic beer on the brewery tour—bring government ID to avoid disappointment.
Wear sturdy shoes
Cobblestones in Pilsen’s old town and factory floors can be uneven; closed‑toe, grippy shoes are recommended.
Bring a small daypack with water
Bottled water is included but keep a reusable bottle for the van and walking between stops.
Mind the temperature shifts
Glassworks are hot and cellars are cool—layer a light jacket you can remove quickly.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects your feet on cobblestones and factory floors.
Government ID
Required for alcohol tastings at the brewery.
Light layers or a packable jacket
Useful for moving between hot glassworks and cool beer cellars.
Small daypack
Carries water, camera, and souvenirs during the day.