Best Nightlife in
1. Berghain, Berlin
Berlin's techno mecca. Famous venue known as much for its sound system as its long lines.
Berlin's techno mecca. Famous venue known as much for its sound system as its long lines.
From the outside, this grungy bar / nightclub may just look like an old brick factory covered in street art, but stop inside for a drink, some music, and a cool vibe. You can even come for lunch and sit in their garden out back.
This chic bar is known for its inventive cocktail menu and well-populated dance floor. DJs and bands perform well into the early hours each day. Ladies drink free on Tuesdays between 10:00pm and 01:30am.
One of Berlin's more peculiar clubs, Hoppetosse is a permanently moored ship ⛴ that now features an amazing roof deck and small dance floor pumping techno music.
Built into S-Bahn station Humboldthain, Humboldthain Club is the rare Wedding club and wonderfully unique. Two dance floors playing either harder techno or funk, with plenty of outdoor (stadium) seating surrounding lively ping pong tables.
Unassuming from the outside, but one of the city's best party spots. A nightclub with an industrial design that features two indoor floors and an outdoor garden - expect different music genres in each space.
A social culture club for the creative community; centered around music and human connection. Gospel is known for being lively into the early hours of the morning. Lines can be long, so request reservations if possible.
Previously a more under-the-radar club, Sisyphos has jumped into the top tier of Berlin's nightlife options along with Berghain, Kater, and Renate. Several dance floors playing various forms of electronic music await.
Spanning multiple floors of an untended "Altbau" in Friedrichshain across the Spree from Treptower Park, Salon Zur Wilden Renate lays claim to Berlin's top local's nightclub.
Lavish bar and nightclub that serves, as the name suggests, a variety of tequilas - amongst other drinks, cocktails, and food. Comes with mixed reviews from foreign travelers. Visit, if possible, in the company of local friends.
SF nightlife outside of dive bars isn't necessarily anything to write home about, but that's not for lack of effort. Monroe is a nice spot with a friendly staff and good drinks. They try but 1:45 😴 last call is just hard.
Not your traditional Berlin club with thumping techno music, as Yaam (Young African Artist Market) features more live music, reggae, and other beats. Good spot for a chilled afternoon in the sun ☀️ along the river. Food carts also open.
Colorful riverfront nightclub that is built mostly out of repurposed shipping containers. Multiple dance floors and a large outdoor patio. Great summer spot.
The "little sister" to the neighboring Docks Club. This intimate venue has an eclectic aesthetic - small balconies, stucco ornaments, and a grandiose chandelier. The likes of Bowie have played here. Now, expect indie and techno.
Beats and bass in a disused metro tunnel by the Danube. Flex is a dinosaur of the Vienna club scene, long synonymous with incredible music and great nights out. Dance, have a beer, and keep an eye on the venue's concert calendar.
The ying to Berghain's yang. Colorful outfits, lively music, open, and outdoors with a beautiful location right on the Spree.
Notably showcases the newest best talent in the underground scene. Start here for a rooftop day party, then work your way through the multiple rooms with different sets and stay all night. Get tickets ahead of time.
One of Miami's most famous nightclubs and one of the world's most exclusive. A hotspot for VIPs, celebrities, and local partygoers. Prepare for queues, expensive drinks, but also a good night on the dancefloor.
Lively back alley in Tokyo, known for its retro lights, extravagant entrance, and vibrant nightlife. The perfect place to barhop with friends and try delicious local cuisine, including Kushikatsu and Okonomiyaki pancakes.
Mega-club and renowned party location in Shibuya City. Dancefloors, bars, and VIP spaces are spread between three floors. Womb plays the latest electronic music and hosts a range of well-known artists. Expect crowds.
Colossal industrial complex in Poblenou running five distinct clubs under one roof. The labyrinthine layout shifts from live indie gigs to heavy techno sets without leaving the building.
Dim, wood-lined listening bar taking over a renovated Lat Phrao home after dark. Stacked vinyl shelves and a turntable station surround the main counter during evening cocktails, live bands, and DJ sets.
Five-story underground club in Phra Khanong pushing heavy techno and drum and bass through a German sound system. Dark dance floors stay loud late into the night with casual dress codes, infused shots, and indoor smoking.
High-energy Sukhumvit Soi 11 nightclub playing heavy hip-hop and Afrobeat seven nights a week. The main floor packs out right after midnight, with bottle service tables pushing up against the DJ booth.
Themed private karaoke rooms built for loud parties and long singing sessions. A massive international song list comes with a heavy dinner menu, bringing hot pots and deep-fried sea bass straight to the room.
Underground electronic music collective programming techno and house nights across the city. Its flagship club sits on the 19th floor of an office block, with a dance floor built around a central DJ booth.
Plush supper club running from Mediterranean dinners straight into late-night dancing. Velvet booths fill with shared plates and cocktails while live sax and DJ sets push the room past midnight.
Moored ship on the Spree River running minimal house and techno sets through a heavy sound system. Low ceilings keep the bass tight on the compact dance floor, leaving the open top deck for fresh air and early morning sunrises.
Design agency and showroom specializing in raw materials and a nomadic aesthetic. The headquarters functions as a private daylight studio for shoots rather than a walk-in retail shop.
Basement club and cocktail bar sitting beneath a new Pigalle boutique hotel. Live bands and late-night DJ sets play the central stage, backed by a round-the-clock restaurant upstairs.
Cozy South Pigalle wine bar pouring natural wines and serving shared plates to a strict vinyl soundtrack. Turntables spin funk and disco behind the bar, bringing lively pocket-club energy to the candlelit stone room.
Three-story Montmartre venue splitting the night between Mediterranean dining and a hidden basement vinyl bar. Small plates and natural wine fill the upper floors, while the cellar runs late with cocktails and DJ sets.
Sprawling, 24-hour casino complex spanning seven floors of a historic Leicester Square theater. Gaming tables fill the grand central atrium, with a late-night steakhouse, busy poker decks, and rooftop bars stacked on the levels above.
Hybrid Hackney nightlife space built into two former railway arches. A massive heated terrace handles early cocktails and pizza, while the main room pushes house and disco sets through a heavy sound system.
Black-owned Hackney Wick warehouse club throwing unpolished raves and live gigs. Sweaty electronic sets run under a giant disco ball in the raw main room, while a massive heated terrace serves street food year-round.
Intimate basement comedy club with a speakeasy vibe, pouring drinks and showcasing touring pros alongside local comics. The small room puts everyone in the front row – expect some crowd-work.
Mexican restaurant offering authentic dishes and a wide selection of tequilas and mezcals. Limited seating, with a lively atmosphere and bar-side dining options.
Lively venue with a sunken circular bar, offering global dishes, small plates, and cocktails. Features DJs, panoramic views of English Bay, and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for celebrations.
Stylish lounge built around a massive brass bar, drawing a global crowd for late-night cocktails. DJs spin a mix of jazz and fusion until the early morning hours.
Modern Latin restaurant and bar with a vibrant, tropical atmosphere. Offers a variety of small plates and cocktails, featuring dishes like seafood tostada, lamb chops, and crispy potatoes.
Huge, energetic beer hall in a converted warehouse sitting directly beneath the airport flight path. A massive split-flap board tracks planes flying low overhead – its mechanical clicks a constant soundtrack to the room.
Queer-owned tropical nightclub in the Warehouse District pairing heavy bass with frozen drinks across neon-lit dance floors. The multi-level layout splits between intense downstairs DJ rooms and a breezy, open-air skyline rooftop.
Third-generation Midtown Italian joint serving heavy red-sauce classics around a boisterous piano bar. Long-tenured staff sling big plates of veal piccata late into the night while the crowded room breaks into steady sing-alongs.
Three-story Lower East Side club layering heavy, late-night dancing over a ground-floor bistro. The glass-enclosed rooftop runs loud and packed, surrounding the dance floor with tropical plants and Williamsburg Bridge views.
Multi-room Gowanus nightlife complex with a glass-roofed vegan restaurant, gravel courtyard, and intimate cocktail lounge. Vinyl DJs and electronic acts play through custom hi-fi audio in the plywood-paneled sound room.
Sprawling five-floor adult nightclub with resident DJs and live stage performances. The atmosphere is exclusive and luxurious – a high-end club for a demanding crowd.
