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Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2024-08-22

Round your day off with a glass of nice wine or unleash the party monster within — you’re sure to find the right sort of bar to plan your individual evening in Berlin. Your choices range from the exclusive hotel bars with modern designs to traditional drop-in corner pubs, to exotic cocktail lounges and shisha bars. Particularly popular are the sky bars in the high-rise buildings on Ku’damm, at Alex or Potsdamer Platz. There are spectacular view of Berlin at night to be had from high over the city’s roofs.

Berlin nightlife is legendary. The parties. The music. The people. Your wish is Berlin’s command! Well-known DJs present the latest sounds to their audiences in the city’s countless clubs, bars and discotheques. And there are always new clubs popping up everywhere. The intent of the party people is obvious: dance, have fun and party into the small hours. Because there are no closing hours in Berlin.

Würgeengel

Würgeengel

The Würgeengel has long been a Kreuzberg institution. While it’s often packed when the adjacent cinema lets out, they don’t let the popularity detract from the quality of the cocktails. The service is unpretentious and the art deco interior a design lover’s paradise.

Victoria Bar

Victoria Bar

This neighbourhood classic is centrally located on Potsdamer Straße. Founded in 2001 by Stefan Weber, the first barkeep at Green Door. 'The Pleasure of Serious Drinking' is the motto on this island of stylish drinking culture, filled nightly with a large fan base, including many artists and gallery owners. You can’t go wrong with the Green Victoria, a champagne-based cocktail.

House of Weekend

House of Weekend

House of Weekend is a popular nightclub with a low ceiling, compact dance floor and lush rooftop terrace. Party over the roofs of the city with views of Alexanderplatz — absolutely wonderful location. International DJs regularly appear here.

Watergate

Watergate

Watergate on the bank of the Spree is a techno nightclub with floor-to-ceiling windows and a roomy terrace overlooking the spectacular Oberbaum Bridge. Move to the strobing lights and music by international DJs.

Solar

Solar

Through its floor-to-ceiling windows, Solar delivers views from the 16th storey across the entire city: from Alexanderplatz to the Hauptbahnhof and Potsdamer Platz. Delicious food served to go with the drinks.

Posh Bar

Posh Bar

Posh is an Australian pub and bar in the heart of Berlin. Clean contemporary space with glass walls and a sidewalk terrace. Browse their list of over 200 cocktails and don't miss out on weekly specials.

Matrix Club Berlin

Matrix Club Berlin

Matrix Club Berlin, a celebrated nightlife spot, captivates with its unique blend of atmosphere and Berlin's nightlife charm. Located in Friedrichshain near the East Side Gallery, this club features 5 floors of live acts, DJs, and dance music, ensuring a lively party scene every night.

Wilhelm Hoeck 1892

Wilhelm Hoeck 1892

Wilhelm Hoeck 1892 is an old-school Berlin pub with a jukebox and a long history. In fact, it is one of the oldest pubs in the city that you should visit. Located close by the "Deutsche Oper", the pub is popular with opera artists after rehearsals and performances. The originally preserved taproom, panelled with wood and mirrors, takes the guests way back in time.

Berghain & Panorama Bar

Berghain & Panorama Bar

Inside the abandoned power plant you’ll find not one, but two clubs. Berghain is one of the most well-known in the world, sometimes dubbed 'the church of Techno'. Panorama Bar offers a slightly lighter atmosphere and plays all variations of house music. Be prepared for long lines, top-notch music played through the best audio system imaginable, and a party that doesn't stop until late morning. Definitely an experience of a lifetime. Berghain bouncers are strict. They tend to dislike big groups, loud laughter in the queue and phones. Be cool and discrete, and don't wear your best clothes.

Sisyphos

Sisyphos

Sisyphos will leave you exhausted, but in the best way possible. Located inside the vast indoor and outdoor spaces at a former dog biscuit factory, this club-festival hybrid creates a unique atmosphere that’s for long sunny weekends. You'll cross paths with students, experienced ravers and hippies. Dress code is often described as 'exciting'. Sisyphos is somewhat far from the centre, but you can hop into a convenient shuttle from Ostkreuz. Remember to reserve some cash for your trip home.

Salon zur wilden Renate

Salon zur wilden Renate

Salon zur wilden Renate is a three-storey labyrinth of unrenovated apartments. Sporadic parties in this at-risk building turned into a regular weekend affair. Move to techno, house or disco — you'll find your groove. Come here for costume parties, a cocktail bar and a lush garden.

Tresor

Tresor

Tresor (German for safe or vault) was founded in 1991 in the vaults of the former department store. The club takes its beginning back to when Germany was reunified: it brought together all the who's-who of the techno and house scene. Since its establishment, Tresor has moved — in 2007 a decommissioned heat and power plant Heizkraftwerk Berlin-Mitte became its new home. The atmosphere remains honest and friendly, with a good mixture of different kinds of people who just want to dance the night away. You'll make friends in no time!

Anomalie Art Club

Anomalie Art Club

Conceived and created by the Stay Free Kollektiv, the Anomalie Art Club offers music, arts and nightlife events of all kinds, exhibitions, creative workshops, sports and various other leisure activities. Come here for some of the most spectacular visual design on Berlin’s club scene. Anomalie also arranges film screenings and open-air parties.

Meisterschueler

Meisterschueler

Meisterschueler is a modern art gallery and riverside bar that offers delicious beer and great cocktails, all in a friendly and creative environment, plus a great terrace. Try their speciality — the "Meisterschueler Mule", with homemade ginger fizz and fresh cucumber balls.

Dicke Wirtin

Dicke Wirtin

Dicke Wirtin is a proper German pub with many beers on tap, ridiculous house schnapps, honest prices and authentic regional cuisine. Schmalz-based small bites will keep you going till late. Wood panelling and an abundance of small knick-knacks create a cosy atmosphere.

An einem Sonntag im August

An einem Sonntag im August

An einem Sonntag im August is a long-standing cafe and bar in Prenzlauer Berg. Stop by for their traditional inexpensive brunch for just €5, have a coffee while reading a book or visit in the evening for drinks and the DJ playing tunes until late at night. Unbeatable for Berlin standards!

Monkey Bar

Monkey Bar

Just east of the Bikini shopping centre in Ku'damm you'll find the incredibly popular Monkey Bar. It's funky, friendly and relatively fancy, with an awesome rooftop view over the zoo and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. It's a good idea to arrive early so you can witness the sunset and avoid the queue.

Holzmarkt 25

Holzmarkt 25

Holzmarkt 25 is a curious experiment: what if a city allowed a new quarter to be built by the nightclub owners who put on the best parties in town? The result is a delightful hodgepodge of artistic buildings with spaces for entertainment, food and drinks, plus lots of semi-private nooks by the river. Best enjoyed in the summer and on sunny days.

Berlin Icebar

Berlin Icebar

Berlin Icebar is a winter wonderland all year round — everything, from the walls to the seats to the glass that holds your drink, is crafted from ice. For the most relaxing experience, you can book a tour that includes three three drink tokens and a cosy jacket and gloves to keep you warm.

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