8 x Amsterdam’s Best Local Nightclubs

Amsterdam’s vibrant nightlife has a list of top-notch clubs you do not want to miss over the weekend. From small intimate settings at Doka to losing yourself in the dark basement of Radion, this city knows how to party. Check out our guide to the best off-the-beaten-path nightclubs in Amsterdam, perfect for those seeking unique, local hotspots where you can dance, enjoy great music, and have an unforgettable night out!

Bar Dancing Multipla – Amsterdam West

Bar Dancing Multipla, named after the iconic Fiat Multipla car, has quickly become a staple of the Amsterdam nightclub scene. During the week, you can enjoy lunch or dinner with a delicious Italian menu. On weekends, after enjoying some desserts, the furniture is cleared away to make room for lively nights featuring Italo disco, house, and techno music. In addition to well-known DJs, local music collectives primarily curate the evenings at this popular Amsterdam nightclub, offering a diverse music program every weekend. If you like, you can cool down after a sweaty dance session in the parked Multipla outside this popular Amsterdam nightclub.

Location: Valschermkade 16, West
Opening Hours: Tuesday–Wednesday 11 AM – 4 PM | Thursday 11 AM – 1 AM | Friday 11 AM – 4 AM | Saturday 2 PM – 4 AM

Doka – Amsterdam East

Open depending on the agenda – mostly on Friday and Saturday from 11 PM – 6 AM | Wibautstraat 150 

Located in the former editorial department of de Volkskrant, Volkshotel is a creative and cultural space known for its artistic atmosphere and unique events. In the basement, you’ll find Doka, which lives up to its name as the hotel’s underground nightclub. As soon as you walk into the small space, the focus is on the DJ, creating an intimate and relaxed setting. This ambiance has made Doka a favorite among locals, where you can party into the early hours in the basement. It’s possible to book a night at Volkshotel, enjoy a restful sleep in the unique rooms, and recover the next morning in one of the Jacuzzis on the rooftop.

Location: Wibautstraat 150, Oost/Zuid
Opening Hours: Mostly Friday and Saturday from 11 PM – 6 AM

underground club doka amsterdam
© Doka

Parallel – Amsterdam North

Just a five-minute ferry ride from Amsterdam Central Station, you’ll find Club Parallel in the renowned Tolhuistuin building. This club is part of the same team that operates Paradiso, one of Amsterdam’s most iconic music venues. Club Parallel offers a diverse music program featuring a wide range of genres, including electronic music, baile, hip-hop, trap, and other experimental underground sounds.

In addition to its vibrant club nights, Parallel also hosts concerts, exhibitions, and other cultural events, making it a key social and cultural hub for Amsterdam’s diverse crowd. Plus, you can enjoy the scenic ferry ride with views of the A’DAM Tower, all at no extra cost.

Location: Buiksloterweg 5C, Noord
Opening Hours: Mostly Friday and Saturday from 11:59 PM – 5:30 AM

Radion – Amsterdam West

Radion is for the night owls, party animals, and techno lovers. In the old lecture halls of the dental school, you lose yourself to the music or dance in the former school cafeteria until sunrise. The program features hard electronic music genres, aligning with Amsterdam’s underground scene and includes recurring nights like Vault Sessions (techno groove) and De Reunië (queer night).

Location: Louwesweg 1, West
Opening Hours: Friday and Saturday (sometimes Sunday) from 11 PM – 7 AM

Lofi – Amsterdam West

Lofi is an oasis located on the edge of the busy city. In an old garage space with various art installations, you can wander around for hours. During summer, you dance in the courtyard until the sun sets, and then the party continues inside. Whether during the day or at night, there is always a great party at Lofi. Large international DJs and music collectives host parties every weekend, featuring a wide range of genres from techno and house to afro-house and disco. If you explore the monthly schedule, you’ll see the program is meant for every electronic music lover.

Location: Basisweg 63, West/Noord
Opening Hours: Mostly Friday 11 PM – 5 AM | Saturday and Sunday 1 PM – 5 AM

Best techno club amsterdam Lofi
© Lofi

Skatecafé – Amsterdam North

When you step inside the walls of Skatecafé, you’re met with complete chaos. There’s a plaza with a soccer field, a room with a half-pipe, and a recreated brown café in a garage space. This is exactly what this club is all about. You never quite know what to expect when you enter, and that’s what makes it so fun. On a regular Saturday, you can dance with a well-known Dutch DJ to a 00’s mix set, play soccer outside at 2 PM, and listen to a live rock band in the small area. At Skatecafé, it’s never boring.

Location: Gedempt Hamerkanaal 42, Noord
Opening Hours: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 3 PM – 3 AM

RadioRadio – Amsterdam West

At the beginning of the Westergasterrein you’ll find RadioRadio. A small club with its own radio station (how could it be otherwise!) and a carefully curated lineup every weekend. DJs who have been in the scene a bit longer often host their own nights here, making for an evening you experience with fans who really come for the artist and the music. The club is so small that you are always at the front row during a killer set by your favorite DJ. With the signature moon as décor, you will make an entrance into a never-ending night full of music and intimacy.

Location: Pazzanistraat 3, West
Opening Hours: Thursday 10 PM – 3 AM | Friday and Saturday 10 PM – 5 AM

Nachbar – City Center

The center of Amsterdam can be overwhelming and the real gems are hard to find. Yet Nachbar is the perfect spot. When you stand in front of the mansion on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal, you expect anything but a club. It is a speak-easy venue where you walk into a classy brown pub and make your way to an underground dance floor. The monthly program is no mismatch either and is filled with well-known international DJs who can be found on the line-ups of great festivals like Awakenings and Dekmantel.

Location: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 169, Centrum
Opening Hours: Thursday and Sunday 11 PM – 4 AM | Friday and Saturday 11 PM – 5 AM

More Clubs

  • Garage Noord 
  • Bijlmerbajes 
  • Club Raum 
  • Bret 
  • The other side 
  • The loft 
  • Shelter 
  • Hintergarten 
  • The Garden 
  • Tilla Tec 
  • OT301 (sometimes) 
  • Beneluxbar 
  • Contact 
  • Noordwaards 
  • Schietclub 
  • Warehouse Elementenstraat 
  • Dan Rasa 86 

Enjoy exploring Amsterdam’s diverse and exciting nightlife! If you’re looking to stay updated on the hottest events happening in Amsterdam, don’t miss our monthly roundup of events in Amsterdam. Find out what’s happening this month, and make sure your calendar is always packed with the best the city has to offer!

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