Introduction
The capital of Spain – Madrid is known not only for imposing historical and cultural monuments; this city is also famous for the active night life. Modern pop-up bars to crowded nightclubs: all of that Madrid has to offer to any night bird who wants to have a good time. As promised, here follows an extensive exposure of the most popular areas in Madrid for the nightlife adventures.
1. Malasaña
Malasaña is a district in the central area of Madrid that never sleeps. It has become an ultimate venue for patrons in search of an alternative and indie hangover. In Malasaña there are many narrow streets filled with bars, taverns, and eateries and live music venues of a rather heterogenic taste. Some tourist destinations are the sexiest club, Tupperware Club for soft rock music lovers and La Vía Láctea for great indie and punk music.
2. Chueca
Chueca is the gay area of Madrid; the place is known to be rather tolerant, and the atmosphere is rather festive. Here is an abundance of bars, entertainment, and night clubs, drag shows, which are friendly to various members and subgroups of the homosexual population. Hear good music and embrace both diversity and acceptance at venues such as Fulanita de Tal and Cazador. Chueca is practically paradise for freed as it perfectly combines the elements of freedom and expression.
3. Huertas
Huertas or Barrio de las Letras is central area, where there are many literary places and it is also a place where many night clubs and pubs are located. This area was populated once by famous writers like Miguel De Cervantes and Lope De Vega. Today it is bustling with bars, jazz clubs and other venues that bring live music. That is why Huertas is famous for? To get the feeling, you should visit Café Central, which is the oldest jazz club that has hosted famous musicians for several decades.
4. Lavapiés
Lavapiés is today considered as the Madrid’s multiethnic district which can also describe its nightscape. This region has people from different cultures, hence integrated music genres, dance, and especially foods from different cultures. Stroll through the Calle Argumosa, non-stop bar and terrace entertainment with international live actions. Sala Taboo is another well-known night club which organizes electronic music parties and welcomes people of the night city most of whom are young.
5. La Latina
La Latina is an old town, popular for its nightlife feeling particularly on weekends. It has become famous for its ‘rías’, traditional tapas bars and audacious plazas. Your first stop should be Mercado de San Miguel which is a food market that transforms into a popular night hang out spot. Then, roam through the small colonial streets with fun.
bars: El Viajero with the terrace at night and a great view of the city.
6. Gran Vía
Gran Vía is another avenue that presents many theatres, hotels, shopping places and commercial buildings; some of the clubs/venues which present the elegance /class of an evening/night life. Glamour wear and party the night away at Teatro Kapital, or Kapital Megalith a four level club with a different type of music on every floor, or Joy Eslava, a theater turned club which features renowned DJs and live performances.
Conclusion
Madrid is one of those cities which never sleeps and which it has a little of everything to offer. From pop to rock, rock’n roll, jazz or disco music or just having a beer and watching people, Madrid offers it all in its neighborhoods. From hipster’s atmosphere of Malasaña to jolly and diverse Chueca and colorful melting pot of Lavapiés, each district has its own evening to remember. People do not have to shy away from mingling during the night because Madrid at night is lively and beautiful.
