Best in Berlin Nightlife

The city is broken up into several sectors, each with its own energy and attitude. And while each area does have their own “scene-y” spots, head to either the Mitte or East Central districts to explore Berlin's best bars and clubs. From the outrageously odd to the serenely sedate, Berlin's sundown scene has got all the bases covered.

• 1) 40 Seconds

  Not everybody wants all electronic music all the time. If you're such a person, check out 40 Seconds instead. The impressive club has three roof terraces, a great view of the city and even an intimate dining area. DJs spin Mainstream R & B mixed with a bit of House.

• 2) Insel Berlin

  Head over to the Insel Berlin for a dose of reggae and indie gothic.

• 3) Madame Claude

  Check out Madame Claude's for alternative folk and indie rock

• 4) Panorama Bar

  Finish up by dancing in the morning at the aptly named Panorama Bar. At daybreak, giant shades open to reveal a panoramic view of the city.

• 5) Tresor

  Tresor isn't just a club; it's a German electro-institution. When nightlife aficionados think of Berlin, they think of Techno; and when in Berlin, Techno is synonymous with Tresor. While the original location shut its doors in 2005, the iconic hot spot has since reopened in a converted power plant in Mitte.

• 6) White Trash Fast Food

  If you're a retro type of gal or guy, make sure an evening at White Trash Fast Food (WTFF) makes it on to your itinerary. The restaurant/tattoo parlor/live-music venue/smoke-friendly-cinema epitomizes German pop culture - it's brash, random and intoxicatingly alluring. But what makes WTFF a must is the great, homema ...