Where to Study in Prague

Written by Alisha

Let’s be honest, at some point during the semester, your room gets too comfortable to be a study space and turns into a place where you scroll TikTok and procrastinate until the last minute. Then you go to the library in attempt to study and it is full, you go to the campus coworking space on the 1st floor and there is no space even on the floors, so we need to explore other options. Good news is that Prague is one of the best cities in Europe for café-hopping with a laptop. Bad news is that not all cafés allow you to bring your laptop with you , and nothing is worse than ordering an expensive flat white and then discovering there is strict no-laptop policy.

We’ve done the research, so you don’t have to and here are the top student spots to study!

The Miners

Right next to campus | specialty coffee

Ah, a classic! If you study at VŠE, you have been to Miners, because the Churchill branch sits across the street from our main building, which is very convenient, especially for team projects. It has solid Wi-Fi, and great coffee (matcha is tasty too). There’s also a second branch at JZP (10 minutes on foot, or three bus stops if you’re feeling lazy) with outdoor seating for nice-weather days. Tip from me: if you don’t have lectures after, the Masarykovo nádraží branch is a bit more peaceful and slightly cheaper 🙂

Best for: study sessions between classes & group projects. Gets crowded very fast!

Bakery 60

Next to Flora | bakery + café | very quiet

A neighborhood bakery café near Flora that not many students know about yet (it’s my personal discovery), which means you can always find a seat. They have Korean-inspired pastries and great menu (corndogs, French toast, cookies), and their iced americano is honestly one of the best I’ve had. If you live in the dorms, it’s only about 15 minutes away and a great alternative when you want something quieter than the usual spots.

Best for: long study sessions, weekend mornings, thesis writing.

Cafedu

Near Muzeum | study rooms | open late

Founded by someone who came back from studying in England and thought where does one study in this city? The café near the National Museum has dedicated study rooms you can reserve for 100 CZK a day. ISIC cards are accepted, they offer plenty of drink and snack options (do not recommend matcha there), and it’s open until 10pm on weekdays so you can lock in for the whole evening. It does get packed, so either reserve or show up early.

Best for: all-day study, group work. Reserve online.

NTK (Národní technická knihovna)

Dejvice | 1,300 study spots | open until 10pm

Okay, this one is technically not a café. But if you know, you know and if you don’t, you need to. NTK is the National Technical Library in Dejvice, and it is arguably the best place to study in Prague. They have over 1,200 study spaces, 18 team study rooms, a 24-hour after-hours study room, and a café on the ground floor (what more do you need?). The higher you go floor-wise, the quieter it gets, and on the top floor you’ll find small separated personal study areas where you won’t be disturbed at all. During exam season there’s a queue before opening, so either arrive early or book a private room (50 CZK/hour for groups).

Best for: focused study sessions, exam cramming. Book a room online if you need guaranteed space.

Kasárna Karlín

Karlín | outdoor + café | free entry

Café, courtyard, gallery, open-air cinema, playground, sauna, beach volleyball, theatre, music club – all of that in one place. In the warmer months it’s a nice spot to sit outside with a laptop and pretend you’re being productive while enjoying the vibes. You can settle into one of the lounge chairs with your lecture notes for a quieter session (I did for Regression exam), though evenings tend to get livelier with events.

Best for: nice weather study days, outdoor sessions. Check their events calendar so you don’t end up at a party.

Kolektor

Holešovice | Trade Fair Palace

A café inside the Trade Fair Palace, with a modern interior and large windows. This is the kind of place where you sit down, order something, and nobody bothers you. Good coffee, homemade cakes, vegan options, and a relaxed atmosphere that attracts a mix of students, freelancers, and the occasional dog. While you’re in the area, Holešovice has a ton of other great spots too (if Kolektor is full, just walk down Osadní street and you’ll find something).

Best for: a calm study session.

Guys, your GPA is in your hands, but at least you know where to study and get a great coffee! So, welcome to Prague😊