Pilsner Urquell Brewery
About
The Pilsner Urquell Brewery in Plzeň offers a journey through the birthplace of the world‑famous Pilsner lager. Guided by passionate experts, visitors explore the historic and modern brewing process, from the iconic lager cellars to the latest brewhouse machinery, finishing with a tasting of unfiltered, unpasteurised beer straight from oak barrels. The tour is celebrated as the award‑winning brewery experience in Europe, celebrating centuries of brewing tradition and innovation. Whether you are a beer connoisseur, a history lover or a corporate group, the brewery provides a memorable setting to learn, taste, and appreciate Czech brewing heritage. The 100‑minute tour includes a bus ride to the bottling plant, a visit to the 9‑kilometre‑long cellars, a stop at the ingredients exhibit, and a chance to taste the original lager from its oak barrels. Guests find the guide’s storytelling engaging, the brewery’s scale impressive, and the beer’s flavor unique. The facility’s events and venue rentals add a dynamic layer, allowing weddings, conferences, or team‑building retreats in a historic industrial ambiance. Fresh beer, exceptional hospitality, and an immersive backdrop make Pilsner Urquell a top destination for both leisure and business stays in the Czech Republic.
Highlights
- Historic Lager Cellars
- Modern Brewhouse
- Ingredients Exhibit
- Unfiltered Beer Tasting
- Bottling Facility
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Best time to visit
Spring to early autumn, when temperatures are mild and the brewery is less crowded
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- Typical visit: about 1 hour 40 minutes