Helsinki Nightlife: 51 Best Local Bars & Nightclubs in Helsinki

Loose

Nightlife 18 0

By Sarah

A liberal living room for good people

Loose

18

Bar Loose is gay friendly, straight friendly, goth friendly...basically just friendly. “A liberal living room for good people” as they like to put it. The queues can get a little long later in the night, but you’re generally not left out in the cold. If it’s likely to be a popular gig, book tickets in advance so you won’t miss out.

by Sarah

Green Room

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Back 'a Bäkkäri

Green Room

0

The place where Bar Bäkkäri like to host their rockin' live gigs. Mostly hot and heavy rock, with a dose of the good old classics, it's a well-known venue with a dedicated local following. Check out their website www.bakkari.fi to see what's going on in any given week.

by Sarah

Korjaamo

Souvenirs 13 1

By Katariina

The cultural heart of Töölö

Korjaamo

13

Their programme is definitely worth checking out while you’re in Helsinki: www.korjaamo.fi/en. There’s even a nice restaurant/café/ bar for lunch and breakfast on weekdays and brunch on weekends. They also offer drinks and snacks every night.

by Katariina

Sivukirjasto

Nightlife 13 4

By Sarah

Library come pub, or pub come library?

Sivukirjasto

13

Sivukirjasto is the kind of place where you’ll find board games, a peaceful atmosphere and a range of books to sit and read over your beer or to loan and take home. A pretty laid back and un-fancy kinda spot to chill out for a few hours over a lazy pint.

by Sarah

Kuudes Linja

Nightclubs 14 0

By Sarah

Must-go party place

Kuudes Linja

14

Not into the glitz and glamour of those fancy city-centre clubs? Choose the trusted local alternative and come hang out with the "real people". Enjoy everything from reggae to electronica to chilled out sounds- right in the beating heart of Kallio.

by Sarah

Putte's Bar & Pizza

Nightclubs 24 4

By Katariina

Pizza & beer

Putte's Bar & Pizza

24

They don't take table reservations for groups under 10 people, so you'll normally find a seat. The pizza here is made with love and thought, so it's worth trying for. Check their Facebook page for events and join the party!

by Katariina

Kaisla

Nightlife 8 2

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By Sarah

Real beer in a real pub

Kaisla

8

A classic pub/beer lounge with a range of excellent beers on the menu. And approximately two choices of wine. But hey, if you want that kind of indulgent, bourgeois beverage, then you shouldn’t be showin’ yer face here with the real people of Helsinki. Nah, just kidding - they’ll humour you amiably enough.

by Sarah

Tavastia

Nightlife 11 2

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Rock out like a local

Tavastia

11

It couldn't be in a more central location, and it's a very popular live venue with a rocky vibe, a restaurant right next door and a smaller club, Semifinal, downstairs. If a big gig is coming to Helsinki, chances are they'll play at Tavastia.

by Sarah

Navy Jerry's

Nightclubs 23 10

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Ahoy there, m' parties!

Navy Jerry's

23

Send a stiff salute to your fellow marines as you step into these 1950s naval themed nightclub/bar/kitchen to recieve your tot of rum (or tiki cocktail) and generous ration of sailor's fare. In the plush officers' quarters, the meals are warm and hearty, as is the company - til 4am.

by Sarah

Sandro (Kallio)

Eating 17 2

By Katariina

Party, eat, drink, brunch

Sandro (Kallio)

17

You must try their food! They have amazing vegetarian options, so I'd suggest you to try those, but they also have meat options available. The place is cosy and suitable for every situation.

by Katariina

Punavuoren ahven

Nightlife 6 0

By Katariina

Beer and board games, yes!

Punavuoren ahven

6

This place offers you a good pint of beer in a nice atmosphere. It's also gives you a good opportunity to observe the locals. The place can be quite crowded on Friday and Saturday evenings though.

by Katariina

Corona Bar

Eating 6 1

By Katariina

Unpretentious beer and pool

Corona Bar

6

An excellent choice, whether you want to hang with a big group, meet new people or play pool. Although Corona is a pool hall, you don't have to play pool in order to have a good time here.

by Katariina

Kaiku

Nightclubs 12 0

By Katariina

Put your golden jacket on, let's dance!

Kaiku

12

This is a perfect location to spot trendy Helsinkians. Don't be surprised if you see a girl in a pair of leggings, swimsuit and golden jacket taking over the dance floor.

by Katariina

Ääniwalli

Nightclubs 8 0

By Katariina

Hot hot hot

Ääniwalli

8

Sometimes it's worth leaving the center of the town and go and try something a bit further away. And if you're staying in Cheap Sleep hostel the location is actually perfect for you. So out you go and try the Helsinki nightlife!

by Katariina

Nosturi

Nightclubs 7 3

By Sarah

Down by the dockyards

Nosturi

7

Being one of Helsinki’s best known music venues, Nosturi has a little bit of something for everyone - although we are in Finland, so its generally assumed that everyone wants rock or heavy metal. This being said, you might also run into the occasional techno rave and the place has even been known to host a festival of evangelical music!

by Sarah