Stockholm Nightlife: 37 Best Local Bars & Nightclubs in Stockholm

Kvarnen

By Jessica

If you’re a large group looking for a rollicking night out at one of Stockholm’s oldest boozers, look no further than Kvarnen. It's worthwhile knowing that it was mentioned in Stieg Larsson's “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”, so if you want to avoid the tourist masses, you might want to avoid dining here.

by Jessica

Morfar Ginko

Nightlife 25 3

By Jessica

Hip Söder night spot

Morfar Ginko

25

If you appreciate interesting interiors, this place is bound to please – the DJ booth floats above the dance floor loft-style, and there’s a secret door that leads to fun and frivolous bar. Drop by for a drink and around-the-table ping-pong on a Monday or Tuesday evening, or wait until the weekend for some serious down-and-dirty dancing.

by Jessica

Fasching Jazzklubb

Nightlife 22 3

By Jessica

Live jazz & late-night club

Fasching Jazzklubb

22

Fasching hosts a fantastic club every Saturday from midnight until 4 am, with resident DJs spinning killer disco, jazz, funk, soul and Latino sounds. It’s popular and fills up fast, so be sure to arrive on time to avoid disappointment.

by Jessica

Färgfabriken

Shopping 16 1

By Jessica

Innovative art space

Färgfabriken

16

Färgfabriken is an innovative exhibition space dedicated to art, architecture and urban development. It also has a decent café and a small gift shop with prints, books and posters aligned with past and current exhibitions.

by Jessica

Akkurat

Nightlife 12 3

By Jessica

Beer heaven

Akkurat

12

This place is a world-class beer bar with plenty of draught options and an extensive bottle menu. Among the hundreds of beers on offer, there are vintage brews that are impossible to find anywhere else. The whisky selection is also impressive.

by Jessica

Slakthuset

Nightlife 17 1

By Jon

Bassheavy club in a former slaughterhous

Slakthuset

17

If you like underground electronic music, this is where you should go. The security is surprisingly nice, decent price for admission and a great soundsystem. The crowd can be quite young and rowdy, in a good way!

by Jon

Under Bron -Trädgården

Nightlife 23 5

By Anna

Party Big Time!

Under Bron -Trädgården

23

Due to good music, a large smoking area and fairly long opening hours for Stockholm – until 5 a.m., Under Bron has somewhat a Berlin-like atmosphere. Music varies from funky beats, indie and house tunes to harder electronic music and techno. Located literally under the bridge, it's also easy to reach from Södermalm.

by Anna

Pet Sounds Bar

Nightlife 13 1

By Jessica

Indie rock bar & concert venue

Pet Sounds Bar

13

Pet Sounds Bar is a classic Södermalm watering hole and concert venue. With live music most nights and a modest menu of crafty cocktails, it’s a fine choice for some early evening entertainment. And by early evening I mean that the concerts usually start before 9 pm.

by Jessica

La Neta

Eating 28 4

By Jessica

Inexpensive tacos & quesadillas

La Neta

28

Stockholm’s food scene unfortunately doesn’t offer a big selection of affordable dinner options. La Neta is a rare and welcome exception. It's perfect for budget travellers and those seeking a quick and satisfying feed.

by Jessica

Mosebacke Terrace

Nightlife 19 0

By Jessica

A brew with a view

Mosebacke Terrace

19

Head here in the late afternoon or evening for a taste of local life. Perched atop a hill and bathed in angelic Scandinavian light, it's the perfect place to soak up Stockholm’s loveliness while enjoying a tasty tipple.

by Jessica

Mälarpaviljongen

Nightlife 7 2

By Marissa

Sunny Waterside Bar and Cafe

Mälarpaviljongen

7

This place is the perfect spot for a sunny cocktail at 9pm, or a "räka" sandwich for an afternoon snack. It's also a nursery, which gives it a lovely green atmosphere. Usually packed on Sunday's and Wednesday's, it's the place to be on a summer night.

by Marissa

Wirströms Pub

Nightlife 9 2

By Jessica

Friendly Irish pub

Wirströms Pub

9

Spread across two floors, Wirströms is a warm, atmospheric pub with a main bar at street level and a “Jameson Cellar” made up of several rooms and vaults. Besides offering free live music six nights a week, they screen all major sporting events.

by Jessica

Melt Bar and Restaurant

Nightlife 8 2

By Marissa

1920's Speakeasy with hidden Burlesque

Melt Bar and Restaurant

8

Inspired by New York Speakeasies, this fun cocktail bar boasts of a great classic cocktail list, fabulous American style food, and fun entertainers. Burlesque Bingo on Tuesdays are so much fun, and there's free entry to their Cabaret on Fridays and Saturdays.

by Marissa

F12 Terrassen

Nightlife 11 2

By Jon

Trendy terrace for the wicked

F12 Terrassen

11

If you're lucky, you happen to be in Stockholm during the short period when the weather is nice and the sun really never goes down. Being outside on a terrace, around beautiful people dancing it out to bass heavy music is a great way to see Stockholmers on their best behavior.

by Jon

Taverna Brillo

Nightlife 6 1

By Jon

Great music in an upscale kinda place

Taverna Brillo

6

It's a hidden gem, tucked away in the fancy-pancy entertainment district around Stureplan where Stockholm's rich and famous come to party. You'll find a beautiful bar, great cocktails and superb music. I recommend Thursdays, and I'd recommend you to put on a nice shirt since many of the clubs in the area wont let you in wearing sneakers.

by Jon