90 Locations
Berlin's nightlife is the stuff of legend, a scene that runs from dusk to well past dawn. From world famous techno clubs to dive bars and cabaret, nightlife here is deep, varied and endlessly open. This overview gathers Berlin locations for after dark.
Clubs across Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg keep going all weekend, while bars in Neukoelln and Mitte cover everything from cocktails to cheap beer. Live venues, cabarets and karaoke rooms add variety, and the city's relaxed attitude to closing times sets it apart. There is something happening every night of the week.
Browse the venues below to explore nightlife across Berlin, from techno clubs to dive bars.
Since 1989, Hard Wax has been Berlin's most important record store for electronic music – founded by Mark Ernestus, today located in the Kraftwerk complex in Kreuzberg, right next to Tresor and Ohm. Those who truly understand Techno, Dub, and House don't just stumble upon this place by chance.
The Roadrunner's Rock & Motor Club opened its doors in March 2005 in the heart of Berlin on the listed site of a former royal brewery.
Enjoy great newcomer bands and cool Indie concerts at the LIDO.
The White Lounge in Schöneberg is one of Berlin's most renowned restaurant & shisha lounges. Just a few minutes from Kurfürstendamm and Potsdamer Platz, the venue combines a modern restaurant atmosphere with an exclusive lounge character. Instead of the classic dark shisha style, guests can expect a stylishly designed, completely white interior concept.
Dodo Beach Record Store in Schöneberg is arguably Berlin's most renowned address for vinyl enthusiasts: around 30,000 records, curated rarities, and a legendary Metal Dungeon in the basement. If you want to not only buy records but also learn a lot about these fine pieces, this is the right place.
The "Wild at Heart" is located in the heart of Kreuzberg and offers the visitors exuberant nights with Frozen Magarita and good Rock'n'Roll.
Indie-stars like ”The Subways”, ”Death Cab for Cutie”, ”The Whitest Boy Alive” or ”Lykke Li” perform regularly on stage at the Astra on the RAW-grounds in Friedrichshain.
A staple of Berlin's club culture since 2015, now newly rooted in Neukölln: Sound Metaphors at Weichselstraße 22 is the record store DJs from all over the world seek out for the most curated selection of second-hand vinyl for techno, house, disco, and dub.
The Silverwings is located on the grounds of Tempelhof Airport and its history is closely linked to it.
In Spandau, near the train station, Berlin's oldest still active record store has stood since 1974. Musicland Berlin is far more than just a place to buy records: it's an institution that unites vinyl, community, and music history under one roof.
Beach volleyball in any weather - that's what BeachMitte's spacious facility offers.
Perhaps the cheesiest party in town, I Love Engtanz by Picknick Berlin, ensures close contact to 90s music at Prince Charles.
The small, snuggly Bassy Cowboy Club in Berlin-Mitte is the first haven for all urban cowboys and rockabilly fans!
"Hip Hop Avenue" is the name of the Black Music Partiy kicking off at Mitte's AVENUE club every Friday from 11:00 pm on.
The Pawn Dot Com Bar in Berlin Mitte has a special ambience with dim lighting and a unique bar menu.
The Cruise In American Diner in Berlin-Spandau looks like a setting for a 60s road movie.
Small concerts, happy parties and also quirky readings can be found on the schedule of the Privat Club.
Skulls, demonic figures, and red-and-black dim lighting create the cozy atmosphere for the hard 'n heavy scene at Paule’s Metal Eck.
Those searching for off-mainstream vinyl in Friedrichshain will sooner or later end up on Marchlewskistraße. Since 2006, Bis Aufs Messer Records has stood for curated record sales with attitude: punk, drone, avant-garde, and jazz, coupled with expert advice and its own label.
At Yorckstraße 52 in Schöneberg, there's more behind the name POP – The Record Store than just a vinyl shop: here, passionate record knowledge meets a vibrant community that understands pop culture as a discourse. Around 10,000 records, Friday evening events, and a newly renovated store concept make it one of Berlin's most personal destinations for record lovers.
Friedrichshain's Mono Café offers some outstanding shisha specialities!
At ://about blank at Ostkreuz, a politically engaged collective meets bass-heavy nights and one of the city's most beautiful gardens. In its intricate corners and on two floors, night owls celebrate to house, techno, and bass, while in summer, the expansive outdoor area transforms into a relaxed sparkling wine garden.
In the Bergmannkiez, in the heart of Kreuzberg, resides one of Berlin's largest record stores: Spacehall combines an impressive vinyl assortment across three rooms, focusing on electronic music from House to Techno to Minimal, and has long achieved the status of a true Berlin institution.
A real insider tip for anyone who appreciates cozy pubs and good, loud rock music is the Sheriff Teddy in Berlin-Friedrichshain.
Three floors, a pool, BBQ, cosy lounging areas, table top soccer and rocking live converts - that's the Sage in a nutshell.