Must-see nightlife in Greek Islands

  • DaCosta

    Hora (Naxos)

    Right behind the port police, this sleek club brings well-known guest DJs from Athens to play house and trance music into the wee hours. All white and…

  • Alquimico

    Rethymno Province

    Just metres from the sands of Limani is this popular bistro that's good for Western breakfasts, sandwiches and burgers. It's also a top spot for drinks,…

  • To Panorama

    Cyclades

    Large windows and a small terrace showcase extraordinary valley views at this bright and cheery little cafe. Thankfully, the coffee's good, too – and…

  • Gabao

    Corfu Town

    This newly opened cafe stands out from the crowd thanks to the modern art on the walls and the lime-green tables and chairs laid out along the narrow…

  • Macao Bar

    Rhodes Town

    Uber-stylish Macao bar, hidden away in the heart of the Old Town, has a moody, low-lit ambience, polished concrete floors and the occasional guest DJ…

  • Bajamar

    Agios Nikolaos

    The most stylish among the harbour-front bars, Bajamar is a mellow daytime port of call for coffee, juices and snacks but is buzziest after 11pm, when the…

  • Ababa

    Hania

    Friendly and relaxed cafe-bar tucked down an alley and decorated with colourful and eclectic art, from paintings of Lenin and Frida Kahlo to a horse's…

  • @54

    Hora (Mykonos)

    With mirror balls cascading from the ceiling and an artsy jungle theme to the decor, this large upstairs space is a stylish spot for an early evening…

  • Two Brothers Bar

    Fira

    Originally started by brothers Dimitris and Giannis in 1983, this cosy cave bar is now run by their sons, Jack and Leuteris. Expect a party vibe and, when…

  • Ta Liotridia Bar

    Dodecanese

    Wood floors, stone walls, a low-lit interior and nostalgic tunes set the scene in this atmospheric bar and create the perfect spot to unwind over a coffee…

  • Murphy's Bar

    Fira

    Aaaah, Irish bars! You either love them or hate them. But if you're into your Guinness and sports on the big screen during the day, plus loud music and a…

  • Spira

    Skopelos

    Tables trickle down the stone steps outside Skopelos' first home-grown, red-windowed craft-beer hangout, whose four handcrafted signatures on tap (€6)…

  • Café Bristol

    Corfu Town

    With its ochre facade, jungle wallpaper, Hieronymus Bosch prints, faintly decrepit benches and countless light bulbs, this century-old hang-out has the…

  • Kharas To Kafeneio

    Rethymno Province

    Near the post office, this friendly kafeneio (coffee house) gives you a glimpse of village life. This is where local men come to drink coffee, eat snacks,…

  • Yacht Club Serifos

    Serifos

    Livadi's original waterfront cafe-bar (dating back to 1938) maintains a cheerful buzz, delivering good music, light meals, coffee and cocktails under the…

  • To Takimi

    Paros

    Just south of the main square, this is where locals come to drink beer or ouzo and listen to live music, often played on the traditional string…

  • Ntoukiani

    Ierapetra

    This tiny bar with petrol walls, flea-market finds and complexion-friendly lighting from basket lamps is a great backdrop for getting lost in conversation…

  • Orange Blue

    Hania Province

    This is the perfect spot to witness Falasarna's famous sunsets, under a thatched umbrella on a hill overlooking the sea with cocktail in hand. It gets…

  • Swell

    Skopelos

    A sweet coffee, cocktail (€7 to €12) and music bar at the southeast end of town, with tables and deckchairs looking out over the sea from beneath hot-red…

  • Konomos

    Kythira

    An atmospheric cafe in the centre of Lavidi with a large coffee grinder and machine occupying pride of place and a line-up of much stronger drinks stacked…

  • Cavo Paradiso

    Mykonos

    The only Mykonos venue to currently appear in DJ Mag's prestigious international Top 100 Clubs list, this open-air clifftop megaclub (capacity 3000)…

  • Portobello

    Skiathos Town

    Laid-back Portobello eschews cocktail bling in favour of a sprawling wooden bar and a fan-cooled terrace-garden shaded by an olive tree and climbing…

  • Polytechno

    Corfu Town

    Bar and venue for performance art and experimental music. In-the-know patrons reach it by turning left along the hillside footpath at the top of the steps…

  • La Grotta

    Corfu

    Tucked away in a rocky cove immediately above the peacock-green sea, and replete with sunbeds and a diving board, this decked terrace makes an ideal chill…

  • Crystal Cocktail Bar

    Fira

    Relax at Crystal, and its views to die for, with coffee in the morning and cocktails as your day evolves. This is one of those spots that you won't want…

  • 54 Dreamy Nights

    Corfu Town

    Gleaming, bright-white nightspot, west along the New Port, with a minimalist aesthetic, spectacular night shows and a retractable roof. Open-air DJ…

  • Metropolis

    Rethymno

    Hobnob with fun-lovin' locals at this hot-and-heavy party palace. In summer DJs spin mostly international chart music for the tourist crowd, while Greek…

  • Kleidi

    Hania

    By day locals fill the tree-shaded plaza tables at this modern, cool cafe and sip iced coffee, and by night the place buzzes with party life. There’s no…

  • P’tharakia

    Skopelos

    It's all about the sweeping views across to Skiathos and Evia from P’tharakia's wonderful hillside terrace, where coffees, cocktails and live music happen…

  • Piccolo Espresso Bar

    Corfu Town

    Stylish little Piccolo on the attractive town-hall square attracts an arty crowd. Faded hippy cushions are set up as chairs on the wall outside. The…

  • Paradise Beach Club

    Mykonos

    By day it's a place to sip cocktails around a saltwater pool but afternoon parties kick off at 4pm, with the second shift starting from 10pm. Big-name…

  • Kaseta

    Kos Town

    For locals, this is the place to be, and to be seen. Prices are hefty (coffee is slightly more, given its location overlooking the harbour). But it's…

  • La Jetee

    Hania Province

    Plonked on the sand at Pahia Ammos, this tourist haunt is known for its cocktails and sunset views. A menu of snacks (€4 to €8) is served all day to keep…

  • Ta Duo Lux

    Hania

    Hidden just off the eastern edge of the harbour, arty cafe-bar Ta Duo Lux is a perennial favourite among alternative types and is lively day and night…

  • Rock & Roll

    Rhodes Town

    Cool diner-style haunt with metro-tiled walls and '50s songs playing as you plant yourself at the bar, fix your quiff in the mirror and tuck into a burger…

  • Bass Club

    Argostoli

    Stylish, dimly lit and very central, the Bass Club pulses at night with Greek and Western music, often with guest DJs on the decks, and also operates a…

  • Bookstore Cafe

    Alonnisos

    Mismatched furniture and pastel-pink tables set the mellow tone for coffee, wine, ouzo and snacks of cheese and figs on the main square; secondhand books…

  • Galleraki

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Choose plum waterfront seating or the upstairs balcony at this friendly cafe-bar, and order one of its fresh-fruit cocktails (like the signature …

  • 520

    Hora (Naxos)

    With a deck overlooking the harbour, this stylish bar whips up classic and original cocktails and it's a favourite place for sunset-watchers. The rest of…

  • Ios Club

    Ios

    A deliciously sophisticated cocktail bar that’s perfect for sunset cocktails with sweeping views on the chic terrace. It’s along the pathway by Sweet…

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