Prague Implements Ban on Nighttime Pub Crawls to Curb Rowdy Tourism
The Czech capital seeks to attract more cultured tourists by prohibiting organized drinking tours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Prague's ban on organized nighttime pub crawls aims to reduce noise and disruption caused by drunken tourists, particularly in historic areas.
- The restriction targets tours organized by travel agencies, which are popular among British and American visitors for stag and hen parties.
- City officials hope the ban will help shift the focus to attracting wealthier and more culturally interested tourists.
- Local businesses, including the Czech Association of Hotels and Restaurants, largely support the ban, believing it won't negatively impact overall pub sales.
- The move is part of a broader European trend to manage overtourism and improve the quality of life for local residents.