Clubs in Amsterdam
Dancing until dawn. That is what you can do in one of these clubs. Every club offers a different style of music, ranging from techno house and club house to funk and eighties music. Apart from the standard parties, some clubs also offer theme parties on special locations. Although the Leidseplein and Rembrandplein are the centre of Amsterdam's nightlife, most clubs are located around the city.
If you want to know where the action is, make sure you get a copy of a party calendar at a music or fashion store. Some bouncers can be very strict in upholding the dresscode, so be sure to bring your ID and wear your best party gear.
Hotel Arena
This hotel is located in a monumental building, just outside the city centre of Amsterdam. It consists of a few different sections: the hotel 'Tostay', the restaurant 'Todine', the club 'Tonight' and the café 'Todrink'.
Start your night out with a delicious dinner and a drink in the café, which will put you in the right party mood. As time flies by, more party people arrive to make their way into 'Tonight'. The music in this club varies from 'eighties' to salsa. Hotel Arena is the perfect spot for a complete night of entertainment. You might not want to leave the party, so it is very convenient that you can also spend the night here!
's-Gravesandestraat 51
1092 AA Amsterdam
www.hotels.nl
Club Royalty!
This club is open 7 nights a week. The music is a mixture of dance and chart songs.
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 28-32
1017 RC Amsterdam
www.kroegenweb.nl (Dutch)
Culture Park Westergasfabriek
Events and parties are often organised in some of the multifunctional buildings located on the site of the Westergasfabriek (Western Gas Factory). Several shops and offices can also be found here. You can go to the bakery for a delicious breakfast or drink an excellent cup of coffee in the Espresso Factory. The Westerpark surrounds the premises.
The Westergasfabriek is known for its parties such as Awakenings and the RAW Rythm Festival. The industrial buildings provide a unique atmosphere.
The program in these industrial buildings is very diverse. Some nights there is a techno house party in de Gashouder (one of the buildings), the next night a romantic movie in het Ketelhuis (another old factory building) and during the day one can visit an art exposition. In the evenings there are parties and live music in the Flex Bar or in restaurant/club Pacific Parc.
Opening hours and current events can be found in the 'agenda' on the website of the Westergasfabriek.
Haarlemmerweg 8-10
1014 BE Amsterdam
www.westergasfabriek.nl
Dansen bij Jansen
This discotheque is thirty years old and is mainly frequented by students.
Handboogstraat 11-13
1012 XM Amsterdam
www.dansenbijjansen.nl (Dutch)
Escape
World famous DJ's such as Tiësto regularly perform in this discotheque. All kinds of special light effects and video art is shown here. People who prefer luxury can get a special V.I.P. treatment.
Rembrandtplein 11
1017 CT Amsterdam
www.escape.nl
Jimmy Woo
In a luxurious surrounding with lots of Asian design art you will hear the latest musical trends.
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 18
1017 RC Amsterdam
www.jimmywoo.com
Odeon
This classical building has been modernised beautifully. It contains a restaurant, pub, café and concert hall. In the evening the concert hall is used as a club where DJ's perform.
Singel 460
1017 AW Amsterdam
www.odeontheater.nl (Dutch)
Panama
This popular modern nightclub is located in an old harbour building. Famous DJ's such as Armin van Buuren and Dave Clarke have performed here. There is also a section with a restaurant and a very nice terrace, which is the perfect spot for sunbathing in summertime.
Oostelijke Handelskade 4
1019 BM Amsterdam
www.panama.nl
Sugar Factory
In this nightclub you will find a mixture between music, theatre and art. In the early evening there are performances, and later at night guests can dance to some 'wicked jazz' and electro.
Lijnbaansgracht 238
1017 PH Amsterdam
www.sugarfactory.nl
Supperclub
In the Supperclub all your senses will be aroused. The interior design is very titillating, and great care was taken of every small detail. While relaxing on one of the lounge couches you can enjoy the special cuisine and perfomances of DJ's, VJ's and other artists. The audience takes part in the shows. Besides Amsterdam, you can now also find a Supperclub in Rome and San Francisco.
Jonge Roelensteeg 21
1012 PL Amsterdam
www.supperclub.nl
Zebra Lounge
Different music styles are played in this very hip and trendy club, from R&B to house. Many people come here to be seen, so you better leave your old jeans at home. On busy nights two seperate rooms will be opened, both with a different style and atmosphere.
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 14
1017 RC Amsterdam