10 Best Nightclubs in Lisbon

The Bairro Alto neighborhood is where the Lisbon nightlife kicks off, where the delicious drinks and music kick in, and where you can kick out the everyday blues. This chill area with a tight grid of cobbled streets sloping down towards the river is packed with bars, pubs, and clubs. Many of the venues are tiny and intimate and often the parties spill out onto the streets.

For fabulous drinks in a bar that looks like a curiosity shop, look for a red door and then ring the doorbell of Pavilhão Chinês. Visit Maria Caxuxa for great music, lovely atmosphere, and excellent “caipirinhas.” As most venues here don’t accept credit or debit cards, make sure you carry cash.

Lux (also known as Lux Fragil) is an internationally renowned venue and one of Lisbon's biggest nightclubs. It hosts weekly events where house, techno, and disco are often the soundtrack. You can find separate spaces for dancing, having refreshments at the bar, and cooling down before busting your next move on a terrace with a stunning view.

The lights are low, décor is opulent, and tunes are magical. The ambiance in this classy, unique, multi-stage waterfront venue is exclusive and cool. The queue at the door might be long, but Lux is definitely worth the wait. You can find Lux near the Santa Apollonia station by the river Tagus.

At the charming Incógnito, music is king and the dance floor is packed every night with tunes ranging from indie and synth pop to new wave and post-punk. In the chill, cosmopolitan atmosphere, you’ll dance the night away to eclectic and well-curated sets from local and guest DJs who are unlikely to take requests.

The space is tiny but full of character, and even the doormen are local celebrities. This little gem of a club has the dance floor set over 2 levels and caters for revelers of all ages. Incógnito is located just a short downhill walk from the party area of Bairro Alto.

If the brick walls around MusicBox could talk, they’d tell tales of young party people dancing to the thumping beat and the sounds of laughter bouncing around this intimate space. In this upscale venue, you can enjoy music from relevant local and international artists of various genres from rock and reggae to dance and hip hop.

This hybrid between a concert hall and a nightclub boasts a snug stage and an excellent sound system, perfect for live music shows and other events. The strict door policy adds to the exclusive ambience and gives more space to those lucky enough to get in. This historic building is tucked away in Cais do Sodré under the bridge of the road leading to Bairro Alto.

The exclusive and elegant K Urban Beach Club invites you for a sophisticated evening filled with amazing music from world-famous DJs and ample space for dancing. Show your best moves on the 2 dance floors that offer tunes from hip hop and R&B to house and electric pop.

This gorgeous nightspot features stunning décor, a pool, and spectacular views of the river Tagus and the city skyline. With its large windows overlooking the river and a cool terrace seating area, you can watch the sun come up as you enjoy the good vibes, and you’ll find excellent spots for some memorable holiday selfies. This chic club is located right next to the Tagus River near the Santos station.

Show off your dance moves under the neon lights and disco balls of Trumps to the tunes from the charts and house music. This glamorous and exciting club gets packed after 2 am so it’s an excellent place to end your night on a high note. Everyone is welcome, the atmosphere is friendly, energetic, and laid-back. And to add to the appeal, the prices are reasonable.

Trumps also hosts high-quality drag nights with international guest stars and special events during holidays and festivals, such as Pride and New Year. But it’s not only for the night-owls. During the day, Trumps produces art exhibitions and cultural events showcasing queer artists. Trumps is 2 minutes from Principe Real, the city’s bustling gay neighborhood.

The unique Lust in Rio welcomes you to get lost in music on the open-air dance floor to the amazing sounds from renowned local and international DJs. Enjoy the fresh air in the cool outdoor area with a tropical feel and then head indoors for a laidback and relaxing night. Every night, the program is spiced up with exclusive themes and an elegant, refined atmosphere.

To party more exclusively, reserve a private table in your favorite area and get the VIP treatment. Upon entering, you’ll get a card that is stamped each time you get a drink, and you pick up the tab before leaving. You can find this quirky club between the Santos and Cais do Sodré stations.

Plateau, one of the most emblematic and charismatic nocturnal hotspots in Lisbon, takes you on a musical journey through the best hits of the 80s and 90s. The tunes feature soul, disco, reggae, pop, and rock with excellent mixes from the hardworking DJs. A club smaller than most in Lisbon, Plateau offers an intimate space, popular tunes, and reasonably priced drinks in a unique, candlelit atmosphere.

A favorite among the locals, Plateau packs in a friendly crowd of all ages for late-night dancing with different themes throughout the week. You can reach this exciting club easily from the Santos station.

Kremlin, a tiny rave cave, attracts world renowned DJs and an eclectic mix of revelers - a recipe for a true party hotspot. The beats of solid techno music with several DJs per night, strong drinks, and cool fresh air dumped from the ceiling onto the dance floor will keep you going until the morning light.

You’ll find signs of Kremlin’s past as a convent in the ogive stone arches and rough stone floors, but the modern décor and the top-notch lights and sound systems will transport you right back to this millennium. Kremlin also boasts a VIP zone if you want to make your night extra special. This quirky club is located steps away from the Santos station.

Dance to the sounds of goth, rock, industrial, and metal in the velvet darkness of the gorgeous underground cavern temple of Noir Clubbing. This unconventional club is one of the remaining old-style rock venues in Lisbon whose nights feature different DJ sets, chill people, and awesome music far away from the mainstream. To get the full details on who’s on the decks, when, and playing what, follow their social media.

The drinks and cover charge at Noir Clubbing won’t put dent in your travel budget. To cool down and down your Black Death drink, head to the comfortable loungers and sofas before another session of some serious headbanging. This breath-taking club is located near the Roma, Alvalade, and Enter Campos stations.