Best Lisbon nightlife guide in 2021

How can one imagine parties in Lisbon without ending up in one of the best clubs in Portugal, or even in the world ? Bars in Lisbon close « early » at 4 o’clock, so very often people are queuing up at that time for nightclubs. The best known, the Lux Fragil has a very good reputation. In Lisbon, it’s a bit of an ambassador for the world of electronic nightlife, so it’s a must. Otherwise, you haven’t had a night out in Lisbon. If you also go there, it is to wait for the sunrise on the terrace. Icing on the cake, the burger shop is waiting for you at the exit. Lisbon’s other famous techno club is Ministerium, but it is only open for events, which you can check here.

For those who prefer the underground atmosphere, head to the Marvila district to sample the good electro sound of Nada Temple. Fantastic DJs, bar prices and partying until noon.

Finally, electro lovers will also be delighted to learn that there is a warehouse in the east of Lisbon (10 min by taxi) where a collective organizes big parties. It’s called ELA | east lisbon and to find out the location, sign up with their Facebook group 😉.

Mainstream nighlife clubs are located on the quays from Santos to Alcantara. The clubs are called, among others, Lust in Rio, K Urban Beach, Mome. Here you can listen to commercial music in a summer atmosphere. Imagine: swimming pool, dance floor by the water, luxurious atmosphere. It’s sexy, it sways and it shines. If you wish to privatize a space for your group, contact us !

Several bars in Lisbon organise jazz evenings during the weekdays. Among them, I am thinking in particular of the club Le Baron for its Wednesday evenings. But if you want a place that breathes jazz, head to Praça da Alegria (near Avenida da Liberdade) and knock on the door of Hot Club Portugal (HCP), the country’s oldest jazz club (founded in 1948).

Unfortunately, salsa is a dance that is not widely practised in Lisbon. You will find more establishments where you can dance to the sounds of samba, kizomba, forró or reggaeton. However, there are some places that are likely to play salsa, such as Bar Aché Cohiba (Bairro Alto), Barrio Latino or the Bolero (Docks).

During the weekdays, you can find jam sessions on Wednesdays at Núcleo A70, intimate concerts at Tabernáculo by Hernâni Miguel or at the Tejo Bar in Alfama (Madonna’s favourite bar). I won’t forget the very nice Pharmácia Musical between Intendente and Graça. In a party mood ? Bartô has a good agenda. But my favourite place to listen to live music is without a doubt the Titanic sur Mer. Open every day until late, this establishment is very party-like. You can also watch the music line-up of the TodoMundo restaurant, which promotes Lusophone culture around the world.

Only one place : B.Leza Clube. For more than 20 years, this establishment has been promoting African culture and music. So we might as well tell you that it is an institution.