Stockholm Nightlife: 37 Best Local Bars & Nightclubs in Stockholm

Akkurat

By Jessica

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

Kvarnen

Pubs 21 3

By Jessica

Swedish beer hall & nightclub

Kvarnen

21

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

Slakthuset

Nightlife 16 1

By Jon

Bassheavy club in a former slaughterhous

Slakthuset

16

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Budget Meals 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

Nada Bar

Pubs 8 1

By Jessica

Relaxed neighbourhood bar

Nada Bar

8

If you’re floating about on Södermalm and looking for a friendly place to wet your whistle, drop by Nada for a drink or two. Note that “Nada” means “nothing” in Spanish, so look out for a sign that simply says “BAR”!

by Jessica

Wirströms Pub

Pubs 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

Folk & Friends

Pubs 7 1

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By Pixie

A must see for any beer lover!

Folk & Friends

7

If you're into the following you should definitely check them out! Craft beer. Relaxed and chilled out vibes. Meeting locals who come for a drink after work. Dog lovers. People interested in meeting travellers from far and wide. Tourists who want to sample Swedish or Nordic beer. Those interested in trying strange or odd beer flavours.

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by Pixie

Mälarpaviljongen

Nightlife 6 2

By Marissa

Sunny Waterside Bar and Cafe

Mälarpaviljongen

6

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

Trädgården

Nightlife 9 1

By Olivia

Magical outdoors club

Trädgården

9

Dance underneath the sky with a beer or two in your hands, play pingpong, boule or 90's videogames (there are indoor dancefloors available aswell). The atmosphere is usually magical and nobody wants to go home.

by Olivia