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There's no where in the world that can compete with Berlin when it comes to the sheer diversity of it's nightlife. Berlin is arguably the hippest city in the world, which means you can find everything from pubs housed in derelict ruins to funky beach bars (albeit by the Spree side and not the seaside). It is also knocking on Amsterdam's door for the title of most liberal city in Europe and so as well as the standard rock, alternative and techno clubs you'll also find all kinds of naughty fetish and sex clubs to indulge those pent-up fantasies! If you see any of the Berlin Life team at any such establishments we assure you that we're only there for research purposes...
Possibly the only downside to the Berlin nightlife is that it's notoriously difficult to navigate. Berlin is a vast city and tracking down the elusive door that is going to lead you to nocturnal heaven can be tricky. A lot of the best pubs, bars and clubs don't go out of the way to advertise themselves, meaning of course the punters have all the more fun when they finally do arrive! On the other hand you're only in Berlin for a short time right and you don't want to spend it wandering the streets asking hapless passer-bys where's the nearest hotspot, so read on for some top tips...
Well the Mitte district has been the place to be for some time now. The former Eastern bloc slum has undergone a wonderful renaissance, meaning that whilst it has retained a few characteristic rough edges it also boasts top venues such as King Kong Klub, Kaffee Burger and Weekend to name but a few. Kreuzberg is another area worth investigating. More edgy than Mitte, and with a large number of artists and immigrants, it's slowly forging it's own reputation as a happening district. Equally, as Mitte has become more gentrified and touristy, residents of Prenzlauer Berg and Friedrichshain are seeing some of the most hip and interesting spots spring up on their doorsteps. Try Club Maria or Spindler & Klatt for two completely different but equally cool venues. Fans of David Bowie meanwhile should make a line for Schoneburg, as this is where androgynous popstar and cult hero used to live and hangout. Today the area is extremely popular with Berlin's gay community with some fantastic cafes, clubs and saunas to check out.
Club-wise the Berlin nightlife really does spoil for choice, especially in the techno department where the city is recognised as a leading light around the world. Watergate and Tresor are two big names that revellers won't want to pass by, although if you're only in town for one night it has to be the already legendary Berghain and Panorama Bar - weaklings need not apply!
There are even more Berlin clubs in our drink section, so check them out and feel free to add your own reviews and help keep the site as up to date as possible. Happy clubbing!
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 | | "i've been there for 5 years . i can say it was the best time i ever lived , it has lot of nice clubs like felix , maxiem ,Havana. if u look for pubs there is the nicest 1 Solar , so don't be hesitate to go to berlin , u wont regret !
" | tootie
Saudi Arabia
Jun.07.2009
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| | "Berlin is the center of all my music gravity.
myspace.com/dougermusic
" | djtuckster
United States
May.27.2009
rates this page 5/5 |
| | "i have to say that i was in berlin for 4 months, and watergate was BY FAR the best club i went to. the scene was incredible and the DJs were impeccable. it was so vivacious, but also on the small side that made me actually want to stay and get to know some people. the atmosphere was just fantastic. i would visit again and again." | Colleen
United States
Feb.27.2009
rates this page 5/5 |
| | "scala is one of the best nightclubs ive ever been too.....heaven!!!!!" | karlleofullam
Ireland
Feb.11.2009
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| | "Anyone know of any cheesy discos in Berlin, we're definitely past all night techno parties! :)" | Fee
United Kingdom
Jan.29.2009
rates this page 2/5 |
| | "Can I ask you which are the better clubs for students and how much do they cost?Are they open as well as in summer too?" | alex
Greece
Dec.31.2008
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| | "hey will be there soon 4 a weekend, where is the best blace to go to get pilled up and hear some crazy house till the early hours??" | mohammy
Bahrain
Dec.14.2008
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| | "someone asked about the age to get in to a club. you must be 18 to enter a nightclub, but to get in to a pub 16 is enough. Even thoug that you have to be 18 for the clubs, there will be ecxeptions, lots of them, so just dress fancy, you'll get in." | anni
Finland
Dec.12.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "Does anyone know the age limit to most clubs around Berlin? My sister is going with us and she hasn't turned 18 quite yet..." | Sara
United Kingdom
Oct.21.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "berlin iz like da best eva dont judge it cuz its da best!!!
any fittys abowt email me!" | Taraababy!
United States
Oct.15.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "ive lived her for just over a year and wouldnt go anywhere else now i fecking love this city now. originally from scotland i have travelled far and wide dfor banging techno. at last my dears i can report its finally here. its here there and everywhere in berlin!" | hammy
Germany
Aug.31.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "i`ll be there a coouple of days, is there places for free sex parties? " | nego
Brazil
Aug.14.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "Berlin is a lovely city, but seriously if you want to go anywhere for nightlife it is definately not the place!!!! If your european try Ibiza that is reknown for clubs!! " | Mathew
United Kingdom
Aug.13.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "How old do you have to be to enter clubs in Berlin? " | Sakura
Malta
Aug.07.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "Hi there.. for the past couple of years I staying in - in nice, friendly hostel - Djusseldorf ' not far from park where located Loveparade! Hope a see ya very soon ..... " | Tvorog
Latvia
Jul.06.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "I'm going to be in Berlin for 2/3 nights with a group of friends. Does anyone have any suggestions on where in Berlin we should look for a hotel that will be close to the nightlife?" | lisa mitchell
United States
Jul.05.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "berlin nightlife is the best! ive been there, the thing is that u should ask where to go if u like certain types of music and stuff, cuz is freekin big. i loved it!, ill be there in 20days! cant wait" | I?aki
Argentina
Jun.09.2008
rates this page 4/5 |
| | "i was in berlin 1 month ago, and we went to the berghain. 2 different ambients, gay and hetero.
it was very good, and cheap. only bad the cue " | luma
Spain
May.30.2008
rates this page 4/5 |
| | "Berlin is ace....you have toi go!!!" |
United Kingdom
May.27.2008
rates this page 3/5
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| | "Berlin is like any other major city. If you bother to investigate clubs and nightlife before you go out you save yourself a lot of hassle.
Ask someone who lives there! Talk to the locals, they will put you straight.
If all else fails go to the KITKAT CLUB!" | Rodney
United Kingdom
Mar.16.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "You really need to have idea of where to go before you head out otherwise you'll end up walking aimlessly down empty streets (as we did) and pitching up in the first place you come to, even if that happens to be a tiny underground kareoke bar (as it was). Still, a good time was had by all." | Amy
United Kingdom
Jan.31.2008
rates this page 3/5 |
| | "berlin is pretty ace. there are clubs and bars everywhere. still doesnt beat benidorm tho!" | Sam
United Kingdom
Nov.05.2007
rates this page 4/5 |
| | "The boys are right. Berlin nightlife takes some beating. Just love the diversity. Swanky, underground, down and out, so many original bars and clubs and great people. It's even hard to believe you're in Germany - it's so unteutonic!" | Da Juice
United Kingdom
Sep.07.2007
rates this page 5/5 |
| | "I just LOVE this city! It has the best nightlife in the world. Period." | Martin Oberhaus
United Kingdom
Jun.21.2007
rates this page 5/5 |
| | "Berlin Nightlife is the best in the world. So original, so good people. Great vibes great times - visit Berlin!" | sexy boy
Albania
May.23.2007
rates this page 5/5 |
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