KitKat-club in Berlin

 

This legendary sex and techno club for all is a labyrinthine complex of half a dozen dance floors, a dubious swimming pool and plenty of swings. For pure poly sexual hedonism, look out for cult party Gegen, which splits its time between KitKat and RSO. 

Watergate-club in Berlin

This slick two-floor club was a driving force behind the rise of minimal techno in mid-2000s Berlin, as well as the first to invest in a ceiling-mounted responsive LED lighting system, now copied all around the world. 

The downstairs Water Floor is particularly impressive, with its panorama windows looking directly onto the Spree and a floating deck terrace for watching the sunrise over Kreuzberg. 

Sisyphos-club in Berlin

You don’t make the trek out to Sisyphos just for a snoop and a couple of beers. It’s an ‘in for a penny, in for a pound’ sort of place, where the party begins on Friday and trundles on non-stop until Monday. 

Vast indoor and outdoor spaces at this former dog biscuit factory help create a Burning Man-esque festival atmosphere that’s particularly enjoyable on longer sunny days. 

Monarch-club in Berlin

 

To the untrained eye, there’s little to see from the side of Wurlitzer Strapless that leads away from the Dustbuster Tor roundabout in Berlin. 

One of those unassuming doors leads you to Monarch, a cosy and casual club in the heart of the city. You’ll find a mixed crowd here, with both locals and tourists coming to party (the door policy is more relaxed and affordable than bigger-name venues). 

YAAM-club in Berlin

Yet another victim of Berlin’s Media spree development, YAAM was forcibly evicted from its previous home – but you can’t keep a good club down. 

It quickly found another riverside spot, so it’s business as usual for this legendary beach bar and cultural center. 

Fitzroy-club in Berlin

There’s something for everyone at Fitzroy, one of Berlin’s newest nightlife contenders. Here you’ll find an eclectic mix-and-match of live sessions and club nights showcasing everything from experimental pop to trance. 

Fitzroy’s booking philosophy is forward-thinking and a little more diverse than most of Berlin’s techno-heavy clubs. 

Trauma-club in Berlin

In recent years, TRAUMA BAR UND KINO has emerged as one of the most exciting new destinations in Berlin’s club circuit. 

Tucked away in a quieter corner of Berlin near the city’s central station, it’s easy to miss but an absolute must-visit. 

Anomalie-club in Berlin

Anomalie

Come for the clubbing, and stay for the art: Anomalie Art Club is home to some of the most spectacular visual designs on Berlin’s club scene. 

Over the past few years, this place has played host to techno DJs from around the world, alongside artists working in sound, light, and installation. 

Berghain-club in Berlin

If you’re talking about Berlin and clubs, obviously Berghain has to be at the top of your list. It’s the most infamous club in Berlin, and possibly the world, too. 

Once you’ve been there in person, you’ll know why. The venue was formerly a power station for East Berlin, but it’s now a magical place full of wild characters, dark rooms, and a distinct feeling of freedom.