Space
Space
Space (Paradise Beach, Mykonos) – this is another popular venue for dance music fans. This is the Greek outpost of the famed nightclub of the same name in Ibiza, Spain (as well as Miami). The club itself offers stunning views over both Paradise Beach and the Aegean Ocean and has definitely made the most of its location by merging the beauty of beach bar clubbing and outdoor terraces alongside a more traditional indoor space perfect for more 4/4 beats.
Socialista
Socialista
Socialista (Triptolemou 33, Gazi, Athens 11845) – this is one of the largest mainstream bars in Athens (located within a former warehouse). It has a great industrial vibe, a busy bar, and books Latin, Commercial House, and R&B-themed nights.
Skandinavian Bar
Skandinavian Bar
Skandinavian Bar (Agios Ioannis Square, Barkia, Chora, Mykonos 84600) – this bar has been a big part of Mykonos’ nightlife since its opening in 1978. It is a popular meeting place in Mykonos – a place where one can meet your friends or make new ones. The variety of its fine cocktails and drinks along with the great music selection by its famous D.J Ka will make one’s nights in Mykonos really fantastic. Skandinavian Bar’s friendly atmosphere and high quality service have made it the best spot in Mykonos.
New Art Lounge
New Art Lounge
New Art Lounge (16 Filellinon Street & Syntagma Square, Athens 10557) — Unlike some other rooftop bars in Athens, this one (located on top of the New Hotel) does not have a view of Acropolis, but another local attraction: Lycabettus Hill (Athen’s highest peak). New Art Lounge, living up to its name, also features original works by local artists. This upscale rooftop restaurant and bar contrasts with the more touristy Plaka district.
Heteroclito
Heteroclito
Heteroclito (Fokionos 2, Plaza, Athens 10563) – this is a popular wine bar located just a few steps from the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens. For a taste of the best quality Greek wine, this is the place to go! The pleasant neighborhood bar offers a wide selection, including many excellent local labels. Forbes magazine mentioned Heteroclito in its article “10 Reasons To Love Athens This Summer”. Also, Huffington Post recommended Heteroclito as one of “The Best Spots To Eat And Drink In Athens”.
GazARTE
GazARTE
GazARTE (32-34 Voutadon Street, Gazi, Athens) – located in the gentrified downtown district of Gazi, this is an artsy lounge, where patrons can sit comfortably at the cozy, warm-colored couches and enjoy their drinks to the accompaniment of delicious finger food. The warm soft lighting of the lampshades and the beautiful classical carpets in combination with the wood that dominates all over the place offer the sensation of a cozy atmosphere. Moreover, Gazarte’s renovated bar offers to its customers a variety of brand new cocktails with fresh fruits and exotic spices. It is truly a pleasure to be with your friends in a cool shelter, down town, enjoying refreshing cocktails and delicious finger food. This venue also has a music hall, a book store, and a movie theater.
Drunk Sinatra
Drunk Sinatra
Drunk Sinatra (Thiseos 16, Athens) – located near Ermou Street and Syntagma Square, this bar attracts an international crowd, and adds atmosphere through its staff (which dresses in vintage clothes), and its interior (which borrows from the 1960s). It’s also gained a positive reputation for its cocktails.
Cubanita Havana Club
Cubanita Havana Club
Cubanita Havana Club (Karaiskaki 28, Athens) – located in the club district of Psyrri, this is the go-to place for those passing through Athens and wish to party to Latin music. Salsa, Merengue, Latin Hip Hop and other types of dance music are regularly played here. They have a fantastic live band nearly every night, as well as some incredible dancers to get everyone dancing.
Cavo Paradiso
Cavo Paradiso
Cavo Paradiso (Paradise Beach, Mykonos) – located by the edge of a 150 ft. cliff at Paradise Beach (overlooking the Aegean Sea), Cavo Paradiso is perhaps the most popular nightspot in Mykonos (if not all of Greece). This open air venue attracts a jet set crowd, and books a number of internationally-known House and electric dance music DJs, such as Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso, Roger Sanchez, Diplo, Benny Benassi, Cedric Gervais, Tommy Trash, Paul Van Dyk, and many others. This is a must-visit destination for dance music fans!
Caprice of Mykonos
Caprice of Mykonos
Caprice of Mykonos (Mykonos Town, Mykonos 84600) – this club is located within the Little Venice section of Mykonos Town, and is one of the first stops for those planning on club-hopping in Mykonos. The music played here is mainly international dance music , mixed in with some Greek dance music (including Despina Vandi’s now-classic international House hit “Gia”). Caprice made Newsweek magazine’s list of the “10 Best Bars Worldwide”.
