25 Best Nightclubs in Lisbon

25 Best Nightclubs in Lisbon

*Originally published by Natalie in July 2021 and Updated by Vanessa R in October 2022 and Updated by Vanessa R in September 2023

One of the biggest industries to take a hit from 2020 was Portugal’s entertainment scene. From The Algarve through Lisbon, clubs, bars and live music venues have waited patiently for the go-ahead to reopen their doors and bring the vibrancy back to evenings in the cities.

Lisbon’s city center and surrounding neighborhoods are littered with bars and clubs. The music scene in the Portuguese capital is considerably eclectic; there is something for everyone to enjoy.

1. LuxFrágil in Lisbon

Also known as ‘Lux’, this is Lisbon’s most famous nightclub. It opened its doors back in 1998, offering partygoers two dance floors and a rooftop terrace.

I strongly recommend getting yourself inside before 1am, after this the line wraps around the block and access becomes more political. Dress appropriately; you won’t be allowed in if you arrive in flip flops.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Contact for current hours

ADDRESS: Av. Infante D. Henrique a Sta Apolónia Cais da Pedra, Armazém A, 1950-376 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Lisboa Santa Apolónia

2. Incógnito in Lisbon

Incógnito is like Lux but for the more indie crowds. It’s famous for hosting DJ sets by some of the biggest names in Indie music bands from around the world, including Arcade Fire.

Again, you want to be inside as early as possible. The closer it gets to 4am, the more packed and unpleasant the inside becomes. Come for a dance between 11:30 and 2am, then go enjoy a late night falafel wrap in Bairro Alto.

Click here for more great things to eat in Bairro Alto. 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Wednesday TO Saturday —  11pm to 4am

ADDRESS: R. Poiais de São Bento 37, 1200-356 Lisboa, Portugal

Metro STATION: Rato

3. Plateau in Lisbon

If you like an 80s disco, you’ll love Plateau! Here you’ll dance the night away alongside likeminded people who simply came to have a good time.

Wednesday nights are notorious for being one of the most fun places to be in the city center. The club is close to the edge of the Tagus; I recommend a waterside dinner followed by a visit to Plateau.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Contact for current hours

ADDRESS: Escadinhas da Praia 7, 1200-769 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Santos

4. Metropolis Club in Lisbon

Hard rock found its way into Lisbon during the early 70s; this is when Metropolis opened its doors to cater to the demand.

Make your way down into the basement of the near-abandoned Centro Comercial Imaviz. You’ll pass some eerie vacant stores before you get to the club entrance. Expect loud, hard energy — from both the music and the people.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Friday & Saturday — 11pm to 6am

ADDRESS: Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo 35, 1050-118 Lisboa, Portugal

Metro STATION: Picoas

5. CINCO Lounge in Lisbon

CINCO is not a nightclub per say; it’s an upmarket cocktail lounge with a spacious enough interior that people can have a bit of a dance if they so desire.

The ambiance is that of a secret clubhouse. The energy inside feels almost serendipitous; this is a notorious spot for chance meetings and encounters with individuals who will guide you to your next party spot during your night on the town.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Monday TO Sunday —  9pm to 2am

ADDRESS: R. Ruben A. Leitão 17A, 1200-392 Lisboa, Portugal

Metro STATION: Rato

6. Rive Rouge in Lisbon

This is Lux’s sister club. It’s situated on the first floor of the Time Out Market, above where the market area takes place.

This expansive dance floor is fueled by electronic music. On Sunday’s Rive Rouge is open between 5pm to 1am for what they call ‘matinee sessions’. Drinks aren’t cheap but you get a lot from the overall experience of the club in return.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Contact for current hours

ADDRESS: Praça Dom Luís I, 1200-148 Lisboa, Portugal

Metro STATION: Cais do Sodré

7. 5A Club in Lisbon

5A is one of my favorite places to visit in Lisbon. You’ll find it in the northernmost region of Bairro Alto; the city’s main party district.

5A is an intimate dance club. They care more about quality than quantity, and do well not to pack the place just to make a fast buck. The music is solely house and the venue is regularly praised for the taste of the resident DJs.

Click here for 5 more great bars in Bairro Alto!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Contact for current hours

ADDRESS: Rua do Noronha 5A, 1250-173 Lisboa, Portugal

Metro STATION: Rato

8. Lounge in Lisbon

One of the best things about Lounge is that entrance is absolutely free! This gem is situated in Cais do Sodre, along the water’s edge.

Lounge is indeed, a lounge, but nights here are always surprising and spontaneous. You never really know what you’re going to find happening here; some nights a live band will be providing entertainment, other nights you’ll boogie down to 80s disco.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Contact for current hours

ADDRESS: R. Moeda 1, 1200-275 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Cais do Sodré

9. Bolero Lisboa in Lisbon

Bolero is high energy from start to finish. It might not be the biggest nightclub in Lisbon, but it sure makes enough noise to give it that appearance.

I love that there is a designated smoking section so that you’re not breathing in second hand smoke all night long, as is the case with most clubs in Lisbon.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Contact for current hours

ADDRESS: Rua Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, Armazém H, Naves A e B, 1350-353 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Alcântara-Mar

10. Focus in Lisbon

Focus is situated just outside the LX Factory on Lisbon’s east coast. It’s another wild spot where drinks and music flow until the early hours of the morning.

The vibe is a mix of Brazilian classics, house and Afrobeats. The crowd is more mature than in other clubs in the city center.

Click here for more great bars near the LX Factory in Lisbon!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Contact for current hours

ADDRESS: R. Maria Luísa Holstein 9, 1300-501 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Alcântara-Mar

11. Sabotage Club

Rock is the main theme here. Sabotage has played nothing but that since it first opened its doors in April 2013. Sabotage, a byproduct of the same-named magazine, which has since closed, is close to the chaotic nightlife of Cais do Sodré, but not too close. On Thursdays and Saturdays, there are concerts, nearly always featuring local rock bands with an original repertoire. Occasionally, it also opens on other days. From indie pop to stoner, garage, and psych-rock, the music is varied. In the end, it’s a club for worshippers of the electric guitar’s six strings.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS:Rua de São Paulo 14 e 16, 1200 Lisboa

Train STATION:569-Argentina – Sa Feixina 

12.MusicBox

Nowadays, Musicbox has a more diversified schedule than ever: Baile Tropicante makes you dance to cumbia music, Noite Principe focuses on the afro-electronica found in Lisbon’s suburbs, and alternative showcases like the Musicbox Heineken Series bring international clubbing acts to the city.

Despite the fact that the other bars in Cais do Sodré are already booting out their last patrons, it is also renowned for being one of the clubs that stay open the longest.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS:R. Poiais de São Bento 37, 1200-356 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION:Rua Nova do Carvalho

13.Lux

It’s the most well-known club in the area—actually, the entire nation. On September 29, 1998, it first opened its doors. Frágil in Bairro Alto was previously owned by the recently deceased Manuel Reis. Two dance floors, electronic music, and a rooftop terrace where you can catch the sunrise are all to be expected.

From 2.30 am on, when things start to get truly lively, the queue can be a hindrance. Even so it’s always worth the wait, until the bouncer attempts to charge you €240 (there have been rumors, despite the fact that the cover is typically €12). Be well-groomed and avoid wearing sandals.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS:Lisbon, Portugal

Train STATION: Luxembourg railway station

14. Incógnito

The majority of the music played at this ancient building’s underground dance area, which has a bottom floor, is indie. To the uproarious joy of anybody who recognized him, Win Butler, the main singer of Arcade Fire, performed a DJ set there. The first alternative venue in the city was there. On weekends, if you can get in, it can be so busy that it’s difficult to breathe. It is typically open until 4 a.m.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS:R. Poiais de São Bento 37, 1200-356 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: R. Poiais S. Bento

15. Ministerium Club

This club, which is exclusively open on Saturdays and is located in the former Ministry of Finance building, opened its doors on December 1, 2012. With top techno and house music artists performing there every weekend, it has progressively established itself as a landmark in the city’s electronic scene. Spit & Polish, a monthly LGBT event, is another option.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS:Praça do Comércio 72, 1100-016 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION:Cais do Sodré train and metro station

16. Lust in Rio

Lisbon doesn’t have as many upscale clubs as Lust has in Rio. If you want to hang out with attractive, fashionable individuals, come here. Because the bouncers are strict, be careful to dress appropriately before you go.

Lust at Cais do Sodré accommodates varied audiences while offering a unique perspective of the riverside. Every night has a different theme; on Wednesdays, the Swag On parties are for hip-hop and R&B enthusiasts, while the well-liked Pegadinha is for Brazilian funk fans.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS:R. da Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, 1200-109 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Cais do Sodre train station

17. Tokyo

Tokyo, a live music venue in Cais do Sodré on Pink Street, features excellent performances every night. On the weekends, many musicians gather here for some fun, impromptu jam sessions. The place tends to draw an older audience, and Friday nights are especially busy. You can enter for only €5, which includes two complimentary drinks. “For me, travelling to Tokyo was like going to school.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS:Cais Gás 1, 1200-161 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Cais do Sodré train station

18. LuxFrágil

One of Portugal’s premier nightlife organizations is LuxFrágil, which is directly across from the Santa Apolónia train station. This three-story structure, which was inaugurated in 1998, has functioned as a temple of rhythm worship for fans of many genres of music.

All your techno fantasies will come true on the basement floor, while fans of more commercial music will enjoy the main floor. If you need a break from the bass, go to the spacious patio on the top level, where you can see stunning views of the Tagus River.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Av. Infante D. Henrique a Sta Apolónia Cais da Pedra, Armazém A, 1950-376 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Santa Apolónia

19. Titanic Sur Mer

Given that it is located just a few steps from the riverbank, it is not surprising that Titanic, arguably Lisbon’s most up-and-coming nightclub, was once a fish market. The facility not only hosts Portuguese musicians that serve various musical interests each night, but it also hosts some of the city’s most well-attended events, such as Titanic Jazz Jam and Beyoncé Fest (which features a playlist specially created for fans of the pop queen) (on Mondays, for free).

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Cais do Gás, R. da Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, 1200-109 Lisboa, Portuga

Train STATION: Cais do Sodré railway station

20. Bosq

Bosq, which is located in the LxFactory complex in Alcântara, is one of the city’s trendier clubs and has recently helped it become one of the most well-liked. The venue is totally decorated with plants, and the walls of the upper floor are covered with illustrations of animals wearing costumes. Those who are prepared to venture outside of the city centre will not be disappointed when they find themselves dancing the night away to ’80s music at this sort of Alice in Wonderland forest-themed club.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Cais do Gás, R. da Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, 1200-109 Lisboa, Portuga

Train STATION: Cais do Sodré railway station

21. Dock’s Club

Dock’s Club Lisbon won’t let you down if you’re seeking an energetic club! This club has a sizable dance floor, six bars, and a fantastic outdoor terrace area with lots of places to sit down, chat, and unwind. This club, which mixes trance and R&B/hip-hop music, is open every day of the week till the wee hours of the morning, so if you really want to dance the night away without moving from club to club, we would highly recommend this one. 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Rua Da Cintura Do Porto De Lisboa Edif., 226, Arm. H, Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Cais Do Sodré

22. K Urban Beach Club Lisbon

Are you looking for a place where you can enjoy the view and an airy space? K Urban Beach Club is a small area with two restaurants that, at night, change into an amazing beach club right on the ocean. This is the ideal location to finish off your night out in Lisbon in style as you party by the pool and take in some breathtaking views of the bay. It includes both local and international DJ performances.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Cais da Viscondessa, 1200-109 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Santos

23. Radio-Hotel

If you’re looking for a quiet, late-night hangout area that radiates relaxation and blasts amazing music, The Radio-Hotel Lisbon has you covered. Radio-Hotel isn’t your standard nightclub; instead, it has a setting more similar to a cosy lounge or a stylish cocktail bar, complete with soft seating and a unique design that’s ideal for the environment.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Tv. do Conde da Ponte 12, 1300-472 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Roma Trastevere

24. Kremlin Lisbon

With some of the best underground electronic music nights you could find, Kremlin Lisbon still rules this city’s nightlife scene. It was formerly regarded as one of the top three disco nightclubs in the world in the 1990s. This club routinely hosts both local DJs and foreign guests, and it has three bars and a sizable main dancefloor. Known for its incredible sound system, this clubbers’ dream also has a stunning décor, complete with old stone flooring and arches.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: Escadinhas da Praia 5, 1200-869 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Santos

25. Club Noir

Club Noir, one of the best alternative underground venues in the city, is open only on the weekends and features music with an 80s vibe on Saturdays and alternative, indie, and rock and metal on Fridays. This is a terrific spot to go on your big night out if you’re looking to stray out from the norm because it has sets from both local and foreign DJs. This venue is easy to locate if you’re out partying in this part of the city because it is located right in the centre of Lisbon’s Downtown district.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ADDRESS: R. António Patrício 13b, 1700-047 Lisboa, Portugal

Train STATION: Leidseplein