10 Best Nightclubs in Sydney

Candelaria is the place to go if you want to add some Latin rhythms to your night out. The club exudes the flavour and warmth of a Central or South American setting, with resident DJs that attract revellers from around the world. The soundtrack pulses with the beats of salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, and cumbia. When you’ve worked up a thirst, take to the bar for margaritas and mojitos.

Candelaria is in a prime nightlife spot in Elizabeth Street, a short walk from the metro stop at Martin Place. Watch out for Candelaria’s neon parties, student nights, tropical events, and rumba raves.

If you enjoy surrounding yourself with K-pop, Korean hip-hop, EDM, and quirky electronic beats, then you’ll love the sounds at PUZZLE. Opened in 2021, PUZZLE has a strong following, great DJs, friendly staff, an intimate dancefloor, and a buzzing atmosphere.

PUZZLE is located in Sydney’s Central Business District, in a modern building that features neon signs, lasers, and smoke machines. You’ll find regular special offers for students, and music that’s always up to date and cutting-edge. Line up early to guarantee entry to this popular club.

Party the weekend away at Melao, where Friday and Saturday nights are filled with music, fun, and laughter. With a soundtrack that combines Afro-Caribbean rhythms, Latin mashups, and a generous amount of salsa, you’ll soon find yourself on the dancefloor of this lively, colourful club. On Tropical Saturdays, you’ll hear merengue, reggaeton, bachata, vallenato, cumbia, and more.

When you’re ready for refreshments, choose from a large range of infused cocktails and tequila drinks, and try a bite to eat from the Mexican menu. You’ll find Melao in Elizabeth Street, the nightlife centre of Sydney.

Located in one of Sydney’s finest buildings, The Arthouse Hotel in the Central Business District, Embassy is a club that will offer you a night to remember. The heritage-listed venue was once a School of Arts, and dates back to 1836.

At Embassy, you’ll find a fantastic atmosphere, great vibes, and a mix of music, featuring EDM, RnB, and much more. There are places to sit and relax with a drink when you need a rest from dancing. If you’d like a VIP experience, you can book a special table service package that includes a standby table host, express entry, unlimited mixers, and your name on a sign board.

Discover the club nights at Ivy, a landmark entertainment venue and luxury party destination in the centre of Sydney’s Central Business District. By day, you’ll find restaurants, stores and event spaces at Ivy, but when the sun sets over the city, the nightlife begins. Start your weekend early with Thursday’s club night, where DJs play the best in house, dance, RnB, EDM and hip-hop sounds. 

On Fridays, you could treat yourself to a night at WAO Superclub, where the VIP experience includes a private entrance and Vegas-style service in booths. It’s worth checking the website for all the latest Ivy events.

Amar is a popular Lebanese restaurant, live music bar, and nightclub. It’s located in Bondi Junction, a shopping hub that’s about 5 miles southeast of central Sydney and a mile west of Bondi Beach. At Amar’s frequent club nights, the atmosphere is always amazing, with laid-back vibes and cool music.

Check out the Latin nights, with 2 rooms, onstage dancers, and Latin remixes. You won’t be able to resist moving your body to the beat. Other nights feature special guest DJs, house music, RnB and much more.

The Burdekin is a retro-chic converted 1840s hotel in Darlinghurst, just east of central Sydney. It’s the perfect place to sip cocktails, nibble canapes and enjoy the energetic atmosphere of club nights. If you arrive early, you can enjoy a drink at the elegant rooftop bar, with spectacular views of Oxford Street, Centennial Park and the city.

The Burdekin offers an ever-changing programme of events, including house and techno nights, drag shows, musical bingo, live music, and DJs playing the best emo and hardcore anthems. The welcoming and inclusive club nights feature new DJs each week.

At The Vanguard, you’re invited to join the glitter and glamour of some of Sydney’s best cabaret, vaudeville, circus and burlesque shows. Booking dinner tickets will admit you to an evening of exciting entertainment as well as a 2-course meal with champagne. There’s also frequent live music, comedy and drag on offer at this fabulous venue. Check for details of the ever-changing programme of events.

You’ll find The Vanguard a short walk from Newtown Station, with Central Station about a 10-minute drive away.

A proud icon and bastion of Sydney’s LGBTQ+ community, The Imperial Erskineville’s basement hosts parties, DJs, live performances and much more. After dark at 'The Impy', there’s a warm welcome for all at the late-night dance venue. If you arrive early, you can enjoy a drink or a dinner upstairs, where your food is often accompanied by a dazzling drag performance, or on the rooftop, where you can enjoy wood-fired pizzas.

The Imperial Erskineville is in Newtown, a suburb of Sydney that’s renowned for its inclusivity, bohemian spirit and eclectic theatre spaces.

NOX Fridays is a late-night party run by Club Nox Sydney. It’s located in the former Bank of Australia’s 1879 heritage building, now the home of 3 Wise Monkeys, a popular pub and cocktail lounge in central Sydney.

There are 2 levels of energetic dance music to choose from. On Level 1, you’ll find hip-hop, K-hip-hop and RnB beats. Climb to Level 2 for house, EDM and hardstyle. The atmosphere is energetic, and the DJs are among Sydney’s best. There’s always a party feel on this exciting night out.