where is the best place in greece for nightlife

Where is the best place in Greece for nightlife?

Greece is one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations due to its postcard-perfect beaches, incredible history and architecture, and idyllic islands. However, it is also a popular destination with night owls due to its vibrant nocturnal scene. You’ll find plenty of places to party all across the country, but some destinations are better than others when it comes to nights out on the town. Wondering where is the best place in Greece for nightlife? From beach clubs to rooftop bars, here are our top picks.

Where is the best place in Greece for nightlife?

1. Thessaloniki

Located on the mainland of Greece, Thessaloniki is the country’s second-largest city after Athens. It is one of the best nightlife spots in Greece. It has wonderful diverse neighbourhoods with lots of traditional tavernas and concept bars. There is a great, warm and friendly vibe in Thessaloniki. Most party people start their night at sunset with cocktails and beers around the bars and cafeterias of the town. You can then continue the party in one of the many nightclubs that stay open all night. Valaoritou is where you’ll find a great selection of bars, each with a distinct musical style and decor. Whatever your nightlife style or mood, you’ll find it here in Thessaloniki.

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2. Athens

Athens, the capital city of Greece, brims with sophisticated spots for a fun night out, from cool clubs to rooftop bars. The area of Exarchia is famous for its gritty, underground dive bars, which attract a younger party crowd. For a more sophisticated vibe, head to Koukaki, with its nice bars. From here, you can bar hop to Metaxourgeio. As you weave in and out of the winding streets, you’ll find lots of pretty places for cocktails. The areas of Gazi and Monastiraki are where you’ll find epic clubs with superstar DJs playing. Here the streets are packed with partygoers. For alcohol at altitude, one of our favourite rooftop bars in the city is the 360 Cocktail Bar.

3. Halkidiki

Located in northern Greece near Thessaloniki, Halkidiki is quite the party hotspot. The first peninsula of Halkidiki, called Kassandra, has the best nightlife, especially in the summer. Halkidiki has many pubs and clubs. Angels, Pearl, Ahoy, and Aqua, are some of the most popular. If you want somewhere a little more laid back and chill, head to Spitaki cocktail bar, where you can enjoy creative concoctions overlooking the sea.

4. Rhodes

Greece has some of the best party islands in Europe. But with 227 islands, which one should you visit? Rhodes is a great choice, especially if you are young, as the 18-30 crowd flock here in the summer. Faliraki is the best resort for lively nightlife, as there are brilliant beach parties. The town also has plenty of bars, tavernas, and nightclubs. You can also enjoy booze cruises if you wish to party on the water. Kick off your night along Bar Street with a visit to Bliss Cocktail & Shisha Bar before making your way down Club Street. The most popular spots are Liquid Night Club, Taj Mahal, Fabric-Sting, and BedRock.

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5. Ios

The Greek island of Ios is not as raucous or famous as other islands like Mykonos. But this is where the locals and tourists in the know go to party whilst feeling the sand between their toes. Ios has a casual and chill vibe, but you are still guaranteed a terrific night out with great music and dancing. Start your night hopping from one cosy taverna to another before hitting the dance floors of big clubs like Scorpion, Lemon, and Disco 69. If you visit Ios during July, you’ll get a taste of Thailand in Greece, as this is when the island’s beach bars and clubs host full moon parties.

Ios town, Ios island, Greece - 05 31 2019: Famous pillow cafe on stairs at sunset time

6. Crete

Crete is a popular party Greek island, and the main resort here for nightlife is Malia. This picturesque seaside town has lots of bars and clubs, and it is where you’ll find the legendary Camelot Castle Club. You can’t miss it, it actually looks like a castle. If you want to beat the crowds, Hersonissos is another great nightlife area. Plenty of clubs line the beach of Hersonissos, including the New York Club, where, during the summer, there are many themed parties to attend. These include foam, pool, beach, boat and paint glow parties. There is also a great full moon party on Bikini Beach.

Staw chairs undrer tropical umbrellas, relax area and bar by the beach. Sunny summer day

7. Skiathos

Skiathos is part of the Sporades, a group of Greek islands in the northwest Aegean Sea. Chora is the most lively resort and has the best nightlife options. During the summer, Chora feels like one endless party with plenty of famous DJs playing at the many bars and clubs. The old port of Skiathos, the streets around Trion Lerachon Square, and the airport road are the three most popular areas for partying on the island. The partying starts late here; don’t expect anyone to be clubbing before midnight. Because of this, most tourists start off their evening at sunset with drinks near the waterfront.

Melanie May

Melanie is an intrepid solo traveller, endlessly curious about people, places and food. She is a fan of slow travel and loves exploring the world by mouth, discovering a culture through its food. Having backpacked her way around the world she turned her wanderlust into a career and is now a full-time travel writer.

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