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Cities in Europe for the Best Nightlife
Written by Tavleen Kaur on October 1, 2024 Share on

Best Nightlife Destinations in Europe: 10 Must-Visit Cities

Europe is known for being the home of some of the fantastic attractions in the world, bringing millions of tourists from all over the globe every year. It is extremely popular among young travelers for its nightlife. Europe has some of the finest clubs, pubs, and discos where you can get the best nightlife experience. If this is something you love and want to experience during your trip, we’ve got you covered! Here are the Best Nightlife Destinations in Europe: 10 Must-Visit Cities for you to visit. All these places feature the best nightlife scenes in Europe, leaving you wanting more.

10 Cities in Europe for the Best Nightlife

  • Belgrade
  • Krakow
  • Berlin
  • Prague
  • Ibiza
  • Budapest
  • Amsterdam
  • London
  • Mykonos Island
  • Barcelona

1. Belgrade Nightlife

It is the capital of Serbia. Besides it just being famous for its spectacular historical spots, great food, and stunning river scene. Belgrade has truly opened up to welcome everyone, there’s something for everyone here. Serbia is well known for its nightlife, Belgrade is also called the party capital of Serbia. It is filled with party people in the summer, it is a festival during the spring and summer months for everyone visiting. You can find everything from musical performances in public to special performances in clubs.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from March to May and September to October, you can avoid the scorching heat and cold winters.

Best Nightlife area: Balkanska, Bulevar, River Area, Karadjordjeva.

Popular Clubs: Gunners Pub Belgrade,The Three Carrots Pub, Savana Cafe on Danube, Hot Mess, Freestyler, Money Club, River Club.

Price range: The alcohol is at an affordable range and there is no entry fees to clubs, pubs and discs.

2. Krakow Nightlife

It is a southern Poland city. Poland is home to a lot of notable names in science and historical figures but it’s not just that it has a vibrant nightlife. It is easily one of the best places to experience the nightlife in Europe. The old part of the town has the most amount of pubs and clubs per square meter in the world. Krakow has now become home to some of the exciting and strangest nightlife experiences.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from March to April and Late September to October.

Best Nightlife area: Main Market Square, Bohemian Kazimierz District, Floriańska.

Popular Clubs: Harris Piano Jazz, Alchemia, Morskie Oko, Stary Port,Frantic Club, Baccarat Music Club and Taawa Music Club.

Price range: The prices are on the mid – high range, 30 to 50 euros can cover most of the expenses for one night.

3. Berlin Nightlife

Berlin is the place to be if you’re looking for the best party in Europe. The German capital has it all from local bands to international DJs, Berlin has something for everyone. Berlin’s nightlife is diverse and offers a variety of music genres. Aside from music, it also has a great food scene and party communities.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from May through September, to experience the Summer and early Fall.

Best Nightlife area: Auguststrasse, Weserstrasse, Hackescher Markt, Torstrasse, Oranienburger Strasse and Eberswalder Straße.

Popular Clubs: Sisyphos, Berghain & Panorama Bar, Salon zur Wilden Renate, Chalet, and Kitkat, A-Trane Jazz Club, B-flat, Astra Kulturhaus, Badehaus Szimpla.

Price range: The entry charge for most of the club is 5 to 10 Euro without alcohol. .

Also Read: 10 Best Places to Visit in Berlin

4. Prague Nightlife

Prague is the land of High fashion and fun parties, This city definitely knows how to party and keep it cheap. The party scenes might not match up to the level of Ibiza or Berlin but you can have the best time of your life here. It is home to open and public performances and music festivals.

Prague, Cities in Europe for the Best Nightlife

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from mid-April to May and September to mid-October, you can experience the best time of the year.

Best Nightlife area: Old Town Square, Zone 1, Zone 2 and 3 and Wenceslao Square.

Popular Clubs: Café V Lese, Reduta Jazz Club, ROXY Prague, Lucerna Music Bar, Chapeau Rouge, Karlovy Lázně, DéjáVu Music Club and Retro Music Hall. Lucerna Music Bar and Jazz Dock.

Price range: The entry charge for most of the club is 5 to 7 Euros and you can find alcohol at affordable prices.

5. Ibiza Nightlife

When the words “party” and “Europe” are combined, Ibiza is unmistakably one of them. Ibiza is rightfully known as the ‘Party Capital of the World,’ with its thrilling combination of happening places to be and music events to celebrate. Ibiza is one of Europe’s most prominent and best nightlife destinations, and once you’ve experienced it, you’ll understand why they call it the party capital of the world.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from March to May and September to November, you can experience the best nightlife during these months.

Best Nightlife area: San Antonio, Playa d’en Bossa and Santa Eulalia.

Popular Clubs: Pachá, Lio, La Bodega, Bar 1805, Nikki Beach Ibiza, Bora Bora Beach Club and Amnesia.

Price range: Partying ibiza is pretty expensive just the entry could cost you around 70 euros.

6. Budapest Nightlife

Budapest is one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations, and it also has the best nightlife in Eastern Europe. If you want to enjoy Budapest’s nightlife to the fullest, we recommend visiting during the summer. Any form of entertainment you name it, they have it, Budapest provides the tourist numerous amount of choices to enjoy their stay while there. Budapest also draws visitors in the winter, and in December, it has the best nightlife in Europe.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from March to November.

Best Nightlife area: 7th District, Gozsdu Udvar, Kazinczy Street, Erzsébet Square, The Boulevards and The Embankment.

Popular Clubs: Akvárium Club, Corvin, Doboz, A38 Hajó, Zeller Bistro, Müpa Budapest, Doblo Wine & Bar, Mazel Tov and OPUS Jazz Club, Kobuci, A 38 and Sparty.

Price range: The entry fee is around 5 euros per person and drinks affordable, one of the cheapest places to party.

Also Read: Top Things to Do in Budapest

7. Amsterdam Nightlife

Amsterdam is brimming with some of the city’s most hip and happening party spots. Aside from conventional clubbing, there are a variety of party dens where you may enjoy live music and other types of entertainment. Amsterdam is also ideal for experiencing Europe’s best nightlife on a budget.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from mid-April to May, and September to November.

Best Nightlife area: Amsterdam Central, Rembrandtplein Square, and Leidseplein Square.

Popular Clubs: De Marktkantine, Shelter, Tolhuistuin, De School, OT301 and Oedipus Brewin,Melkweg, CC Muziekcafé, Bimhuis, Chicago Social Club and Muziekgebouw aan’t IJ.

Price range: The entry fee is around 5 euros per person and drinks affordable, one of the cheapest places to party.

8. London Nightlife

London, undoubtedly, is one of the most spectacular places to ‘let your hair down’ in Europe, but at the same time, it is among the most expensive cities, narrowing it down to all the beautiful bars where with a few pegs, London will take a toll on your pocket. If you are a cheapskate, it is advisable to look at the price list on the internet before heading to the classy clubbing clubs and all night party houses.

Perfect time to visit: The best times are during June-August and September-October, respectively.

Best Nightlife area: Shoreditch, Camden Town, Soho district, Brixton, Caribbean side.

Popular Clubs: Camden Rocks Club, The Disco Cabaret Show, Soul City, 606 Club, The Piano Works Farringdon, and The Piano Works West End, Bonbonniere, Night Tales, Kadie’s Cocktail Bar and Club, E1 London, and The Hangout.

Price range: The entry fee is around 15 to 20 euros per person.

9. Mykonos Island Nightlife

According to the ancient stories and mythology of Greek civilizations, no one can party like the Greeks! Mykonos Island is well-known for its lively clubs, public events, and entertainment zones, making it one of Greece’s greatest party destinations.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from April to mid-June and September to mid-October.

Best Nightlife area: Narghile, at54 Club and Lounge, Babylon Bar and Queen of Mykonos.

Popular Clubs: Cavo Paradiso, Skandinavian Bar and Club, Babylon, Tropicana Beach Bar & Restaurant and Super Paradise Beach Club,Narghile, at54 Club and Lounge, Babylon Bar and Queen of Mykonos.

Price range: The entry fee is around 10 to 30 euros per person.Partying is not cheap here !

Also Read: 7 Best Clubs and Lounges in Mykonos

10. Barcelona Nightlife

Barcelona has a diverse nightlife, so you can experience something new every night! Visit the Harlem Jazz Club for live music or the Macarena for all-night techno and dance songs in the Gothic Quarter. For music and all-night parties, go to Razzmatazz, a massive club with many floors and hundreds of rooms. For a flashy beachside night, go to Shoko or Opium Barcelona. Just bear in mind that dinner in Barcelona is late and the celebrations are much later, so expect some late nights. Around 1 a.m parties usually start to gain up steam.

Perfect time to visit: The best time to visit is from May to June.

Best Nightlife area: Gothic Quarter, El Born, Las Ramblas, El Raval.

Popular Clubs: Razzmatazz. Nightclub, MOOG, Sala Apolo, Pacha Barcelona,Opium Barcelona,Marula Café Nightclub

Price range: The entry fee is around 20 euros.

Parties and vacations are never put into the same category, but when you go to Europe you’ve got to experience what the talk’s all about. They for sure know how to party. Oh! and also the legal drinking age in Europe is eighteen years. If this is something you are interested in and need help planning your trip, reach out to us at Pickyourtrail and we will get in touch with you and help plan the craziest vacation of your dreams! In the meanwhile, you can check out our Europe Tour Packages.

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