Welcome to Berlin, the nightlife city of Germany which is the capital city of the country. Be it nightlife, day life, Berlin provides everything from underground clubs to modern bars. If you consider yourself a party animal or simply planning a few hours of fun in Berlin, this guide will help you choose the right Berlin’s nightlife option as well as guarantee you that you would not want to leave.

1. Understanding the Basics

Before diving into the nightlife scene, it’s important to familiarize yourself with a few essential aspects:

• Opening Hours: In Berlin, everything is different than in most other cities including the opening hours of the bars and clubs: the night actually starts very late and ends when the first cock crows. They are usually formed at night with closing time being at dawn in the morning. Cinema is more opened throughout the week but, it is ideal to begin the night out after 10 PM.
• Age Restrictions: The legal age of drink in Germany is 18 and least 90% of unattached women in clubs needs a visitor to be 21 years and above. Passport or driver’s license as an identification card should be brought along.
• Cash is King: Some bars accept credit card but it is rather advisable to have some cash because some few bars and clubs. The use of Automated Teller Machines is relatively easy because the machines are found almost in every region of the city.

2. Exploring Club Culture

Techno and electronic music is also popular here in Berlin which club hoppers from all corners of the globe come for. Here are a few iconic clubs you should consider visiting:

2.1 Berghain/Panorama Bar

Considered one of the world’s best clubs and located in an industrial area, it offers parties that may last up to 36 hours. As it is situated in a former power plant, and demanded the best sound and video systems as well as famous DJs. Just remember that entering the venue will be your first challenge since the door policy is extremely strict so dressing in black and avoiding large group queues, should help.

2.2 Watergate

Located near the river Spree Watergate is a club that offers fantastic view. The venue boasts two separate dancing area, and provides techno and house music. The most interesting architectural feature of Watergate is the floor to ceiling windows that afford spectacular view of the city skyline as the sun rises.

2.3 Tresor

Tresor is an underground techno club which started in the early 1990s and remains an important part of Berlin’s night life. Founded from the basement of an old department store, Tresor rouses its techno audience with its unpolished and brutalist design, as well as the music.

3. Enjoying Berlin’s Bar Scene

In case clubbing is not to your liking Berlin has a vast amount of bars differentiated by styles. Here are a few recommendations:

3.1 Klunkerkranich

Klunkerkranich is a bar that is on a roof of a parking deck. It’s much more relaxed than the usual Muay Thai cafés in Bangkok and, thanks to the wonderful view it offers of the Bangkok skyline, it has become one of the favorite destination of both locals and foreign visitors. Savor a cool drink with provocative views over the skyline of the city of Berlin.

3.2 Prater Garten

First opened in 1837, Prater Garten is among the oldest beer gardens in Berlin today. It is situated in Prenzlauer Berg and provides a large terrace where you can try a large number of German beers and the German cuisine.

3.3 Newton Bar

For cocktail lovers Newton Bar is a place you should definitely go to. This bar is fairly new, and it isn’t very far from Gendarmenmarkt – the choice of cocktails here is truly impressive. The atmosphere and friendly stuff ensure this place to become rather suitable for the date night or just to chill with friends.

4. Staying Safe and Respectful

This might sound obvious but when you are out going round different clubs and bars in Berlin, there are certain things that you should not do and certain things that you should make sure that you do and those things include; Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

• Stay with Friends: It is always much safer to travel, stroll or wander, especially at night, in a group.
• Drink Responsibly: Do not be in a rush and know you have your limitations. Remember that some of the German beers and spirits contain more alcohol than what you are expecting.
• Respect Queues and Bouncers: Do not ever skip a line or a group while waiting and respect the directions given by the club clerks or bouncers. Being polite goes a long way.

• Use Trusted Transportation: When going back particularly in the evening, it is advisable to use only known taxi operators or use public means to avoid aFromBody to being harassed before getting to the house.

5. Going further than the Night Life

As can be seen, Berlin has so much more to offer apart from slick bars and night clubs. Speaking of which, don’t pass up on the chance to visit the museums and galleries, take a sip of Spanish art, wine and food during the daytime.

5.1 Tourism and Cultural Resources

Walk through famous tourist destinations for instance the Brandenburg Gate, Walk through the Check Point Charlie and attend to the Berlin Wall Memorial. Visit some of the best museums in the world such as Pergamon Museum and East Side Gallery.

5.2 Street Art and Counter Culture

Walk around Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain districts to eat up most of Berlin’s graffiti and other forms of street art. Visiting the East Side Gallery, a remnant of the wall painted in bright murals is completely compulsory.

5.3 Food and Market Experiences

Taste the food from different cuisines through food markets including Markthalle Neun and Street Food Thursday. Recommended food and beverage to taste are currywurst from Germany and other international food such as doner kebab.

This guide can be now safely stored in your pocket and now you are prepared for adventures in Berlin’s night clubs. Please bear in mind that the city is dynamics therefore it is always good to find other places and places for dining and entertainment. Hopefully it will be just as great and you will be able to admire a wonderful energy of Berlin!