Best clubs in London: 14 of the best late-night dance venues

Address: 14 Bohemia Pl, London E8 1DU
Nearest station: Hackney Central (Overground), Bethnal Green (Underground)
Music: Disco, House

Night Tales puts the feng shui into clubbing. Found under Hackney’s railway arches, the indoor-outdoor venue marries cool interiors with even cooler tunes. They often put on day events too which are the perfect answer to one of London’s rare sunny summer days: bask in the sunshine in Night Tales’ large beer garden, and party on into the night with their intimate club space.

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Address: 54 Holywell Ln, London EC2A 3PQ
Nearest station: Shoreditch High Street (Overground), Liverpool Street (Underground)
Music: All genres

Village Underground’s exposed brick walls and large open dance floor are what makes this club come alive. It feels gritty and authentic, calling to all those just down for a good two-stepping to some good music. They pride themselves on championing smaller artists so it might be worth checking out their line-up to catch some of your favs before they’re headlining Glasto.

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Address: 77A Charterhouse St, London EC1M 6HJ
Nearest station: Farringdon
Music: Electronic

Consistently appearing in DJ Magazine’s Top 100 Clubs in the World, Fabric is without a doubt one of London’s most iconic nightclubs. It houses three rooms all with their own sound systems and caters more towards lovers of house, techno and bass. Taking on a Berlin-esque approach to their nights out, phone cameras are stickered up so no pictures are allowed - it’s all about living in the moment.

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Address: 11-12 Walker's Ct, London W1F 0SD
Nearest station: Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square
Music: Live performances, Burlesque

Arguably one of the most exclusive nightclubs in London, The Box frequently sees A-listers flock to its doors. It's more than just a club, with live music and cabaret performances (as well as a fully operating restaurant), The Box will definitely put on an unforgettable show, that's if you can even get in...

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Address: 133a Rye Ln, London SE15 4BQ
Nearest station: Peckham Rye (Overground)
Music: Electronic

For lovers of a more intimate night, I implore you to take a trip down to Peckham Audio. A smaller capacity venue, but not lacking in big names, the club has brought in DJs of all calibres who guarantee an unreal soundtrack to your night of two-stepping. There are a few rooms sectioned off at the back for when you need a quick debrief with mates, but the single dancefloor room means you're bound to get chatting to like-minded people.

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Address: 60 Dock Rd, London E16 1YZ
Nearest station: Canning Town, Custom House
Music: House, Techno, Dance

The Cause is an independent venue that does it all: a large outdoor courtyard (perfect for all-day parties in the summer months) and five individual rooms sprawled across their warehouse space making it a labyrinth of DJ decks and viewing balconies to dancefloors below. With a varying capacity of 60-1000, there’s an event for everyone from lovers of intimate parties to those who enjoy more rave-like vibes.

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Address: 418 Brixton Rd, London SW9 7AY
Nearest station: Brixton
Music: Electronic

Arguably the best club in the city, a good night out is guaranteed at Phonox (I can personally vouch, having been there more times than I can count). The venue has a smaller capacity than most clubs which makes the space feel intimate and easy to navigate. There’s also a basement filled with plush sofas for anyone in need of a break. Line-ups and residencies are always carefully curated, promising some of the best electronic sets every week.

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Address: Valette St, London E9 6NU
Nearest station: Hackney Central (Overground)
Music: Northern Soul, 80's, Disco

Here at Cosmo, we love a little two-in-one action, and Moth Club is a live music venue that doubles as a club. Having a boogie in Moth Club is like stepping back in time to a 70's school disco (in the *best* way possible). It has reams of streaming tinsel, a stage for your main character moment, and a photobooth tucked away at the back. Honestly... it's hard to beat a photobooth.

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Address: 2a Kensington High St, London W8 4PT
Nearest station: High Street Kensington
Music: House, Techno

Gallery is the new kid on the block, having only opened earlier this year. Their main mission? Providing an immersive experience. With a 360-degree DJ booth, state-of-the-art sound systems, and sympathetic lighting, each one of your senses will submit to the music.

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Address: 117 Kingsland High St, London E8 2PB
Nearest station: Dalston Kingsland (Overground), Highbury & Islington (Underground)
Music: Disco, Pop, House

Dalston Superstore is a queer-friendly venue that has been serving the LGBT community for over 15 years. Hosting all types of events from drag performances to cabaret nights, Dalston Superstore is a welcome space for people from all walks of life looking for a good time and has helped shape queer nightlife in East London. Its fame stretches to the famous too, with Charli XCX hosting her BRAT launch party there.

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Address: Arch 164, 115 Rye Lane, London SE15 4ST
Nearest station: Peckham Rye (Overground)
Music: Electronic

The Carpet Shop is an unsuspecting venue just minutes away from Peckham Rye station. Hidden under the railway arches is an underground space that showcases some of the most talented DIY artists popping up right now. It's indie, intimate, and, in my opinion, just a class night out.

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Address: 146 Clapham High St, London SW4 7UH
Nearest station: Clapham Common, Clapham North
Music: Pop

Although many may disagree with Infernos' place on this list, there’s no denying the facts: Infernos is a Clapham institution. There aren’t many other clubs that have guaranteed queues down the street every. single. weekend. And let’s face it, if it’s good enough for Margot Robbie, it’s good enough for us. Guaranteed cheesy tunes, wild dance moves, and even a podium for those brave enough, Infernos is always a safe bet for a good night out with your mates.

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