Pilsner Brewery Tours
Discover the birthplace of the world’s first golden lager
An iconic brewery that shaped global beer culture
The Pilsner Brewery offers one of Europe’s most famous and immersive brewery tours. Visitors step directly into the historic spaces where, in 1842, the world’s first bottom‑fermented golden lager was created — Pilsner Urquell.
Every part of the tour is filled with the aroma of malt and hops and the unmistakable atmosphere of a brewery that changed beer history forever.
What you will experience during the tour
The tour takes you on a fascinating journey from tradition to modern brewing:
- historic and modern brewhouses
- iconic copper kettles
- lager cellars carved into rock
- unique wooden barrels used for traditional maturation
- a state‑of‑the‑art bottling facility
Expert guides walk you through the entire brewing process — from raw ingredients to the finished lager.
Tasting unfiltered Pilsner Urquell straight from the barrel
A highlight that visitors never forget.
In the historic cellars, you’ll taste unfiltered and unpasteurised Pilsner Urquell drawn directly from oak barrels.
A flavour that is smooth, full and perfectly balanced — just as the brewers knew it more than 180 years ago.
Tours for individuals, groups and corporate clients
The Pilsner Brewery offers a wide range of tour options:
- classic brewery tours
- themed and special tours
- multilingual guided tours
- programmes for corporate groups
- capacity suitable even for large groups and tours
Organisation is smooth, professional and adaptable to your needs.
Visitor centre and beer shop
The modern visitor centre includes:
- interactive exhibits
- multimedia elements
- the official Pilsner Urquell shop
A perfect place to buy glassware, souvenirs, gift sets and limited editions.
Great location in the heart of Plzeň
The brewery is located close to the city centre, within walking distance of major landmarks.
It’s easy to combine the tour with a visit to the historic old town, restaurants or cultural attractions.
Stress‑free reservations
All booking arrangements can be handled for you — quickly, smoothly and always at the best possible rate.