Clubs, DJ sets, and dancefloors in Bordeaux
From the prestigious Triangle d’Or (Golden Triangle) quarter to the Quais de Paludate, from the Bassins à Flot to the Saint-Pierre district: night owls and partygoers have a wide choice of places to meet and dance until the early hours of the morning. Clubs, nightclubs, electronic DJ sets, 80’s atmosphere or lounge bar: there's something for everyone!
Clubs and nightclubs in Bordeaux: all you need to know
Nicknamed the sleeping beauty, Bordeaux has the reputation of being a calm city. Yet its nightlife has always been restless! The Quais de Paludate is the historic headquarters of the city’s nightclubs attracting young partygoers. In Bacalan and the Bassins à Flot districts, the party often goes on well after 2 am. Still imbued by the legacy of Bordeaux’s avant-garde rock scene in the 80s, the city centre exudes an underground spirit. While the clubs situated downtown welcome night owls of all ages and styles, you’ll find the trendier clubs in the Golden Triangle quarter. Bordeaux’s historic centre is home to a myriad of venues, bound to please all styles and tastes: Rock, Latino, LGBT-friendly, or 80’s music vibes. As for Bordeaux’s vibrant electronic music scene, renowned collectives and DJs regularly host ephemeral venues all over the city.
The haunt of electronica: Iboat
The music programme at this former ferry moored in the Bassins à Flots is geared more towards electronic music. From the biggest DJs to artists from independent labels, the Iboat electrifies Bordeaux nights from early evening onwards from its boat or its vast wooden terrace until the early hours of the morning in the boat's hold.
Its little sister: Blonde Vénus
Located just opposite the Iboat since 2020, this big top offers an eclectic and friendly program (cabarets, concerts, film club, bingo, blind test evenings, parties...). In summer, Blonde Vénus takes over its large terrace, giving it a guinguette feel.
- Cours Henri Brunet, 33300 Bordeaux
- facebook.com/blondevenusbordeaux/
Le Bourbon for eating, drinking and dancing
A new address, and not the least important. In just a few months, Le Bourbon has become one of Bordeaux's hottest nightspots. A beautiful 400 m² space where you can dine before slowly making your way to the bar, then to the dance floor until 4am. A place to discover or rediscover, depending on the theme nights.
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62 rue Bourbon, 33300 Bordeaux
Ode to the great outdoors: The Base
2,000 m², themed rooms and live entertainment: this former motorbike garage is going all out! Just a stone's throw from La Cité du Vin, this temple to the night welcomes revellers and epicureans alike, combining nightclubs, restaurants and vast terraces. On the programme: spectacular entertainment with dancers and performers on a huge stage, three bars and plenty of VIP areas.
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287 Bd Alfred Daney, 33300 Bordeaux
So chic at l'Anarchic
Welcome to Bordeaux's version of a gentlemen's club. Here you can enjoy gourmet cuisine in a cosy setting. From 11pm onwards, the music gets louder, the DJ spins out a string of hits and the customers come back for more! The space isn't large, but the tight-knit atmosphere on the dance floor is very appealing.
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11 Rue Huguerie, 33000 Bordeaux
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11 Rue Huguerie, 33000 Bordeaux
All you need to have fun at l'Engrenage
Close to Place Gambetta, l'Engrenage has pulled out all the stops to entertain night owls. Live matches, billiards, darts, arcade terminals, happy hour... All in a 200m2 space divided into two bars and a pretty terrace. Every week there's a new programme of themed evenings, DJ sets and, on certain evenings, stand-up shows. Open every day, the team offers a wide choice of beers and spirits as well as homemade cocktails.
- 8 Rue Castelnau d'Auros, 33000 Bordeaux
- lengrenage-bar.fr
A trip to Central Do Brasil
Since 2003, this musical family bar/restaurant has been a firm favorite with night owls. The evening begins with a culinary journey with Brazilian influences, then continues on the dance floor, swaying to Latin rhythms or enjoying the atmosphere of a live concert. The cocktail menu is well-stocked and rumor has it that they serve the best caipirinha in the country. In summer, the terrace is in full swing and the atmosphere is guaranteed.
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6 Rue du Port, 33800 Bordeaux
A warm and friendly atmosphere at Le Cinq
Ideal for getting together with friends, this bar on the Allées Tourny offers a varied menu of cocktails and tapas both weekdays and weekends. In the early evening, you can take advantage of the restaurant, which is then transformed into a bar with resident DJs who know how to make the atmosphere festive and friendly.
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5 allées de Tourny, 33000 Bordeaux
Levrette Café, it's not what you think
Don't be fooled by its name, there's nothing naughty about this establishment, and in fact there are several of them in France. Located in a former wine storehouse a stone's throw from the Place de la Bourse, this bar owes its reputation to its lively evenings and friendly, festive atmosphere. You come here for a drink after work and don't see the time go by, only to leave a few hours later.
The menu features a fine selection of around 90 beers, 35 wines, 80 spirits and cocktails, as well as charcuterie boards, bruschettas, croque-monsieur and tapas and other specialities from the house.
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6-8 Rue de Mérignac, 33000 Bordeaux
Nostalgic for the 90s? Head for Danse Machine
This bar/club goes all out to take you back to the 80s and 2000s. Colorful pop decor, pinball machines and arcade terminals, disco balls... As for the music, you'll enjoy listening to the hits of the era, from IAM and Indochine to the Spice Girls and Britney Spears... Get ready to be a few years younger for an evening!
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45 Quai Lawton Bâtiment G4, 33300 Bordeaux
A typical nightclub: Le Monseigneur
Some call it “Dad’s nightclub”. In a warm-hearted atmosphere, this club welcomes nighthawks from Wednesday to Saturday until 7 am. In a different ambience, the Theatro hosts parties where over thirty-year-olds have priority.
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42 Allées d'Orléans, 33000 Bordeaux
Mixology and a festive atmosphere at l'Apothek
This bar in the heart of the Chartrons district opens its doors at 6pm to offer a selection of their own cocktails. Like the cocktail bars in London, the atmosphere is hushed, chic and relaxed. The arrival of the DJ raises the temperature a notch and the atmosphere becomes more electrifying as the evening progresses.
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96 Rue Notre Dame, 33000 Bordeaux
Hip-hop atmosphere at Le Secteur
Are you a fan of hip-hop music and suffer from ending your evenings with nightclub music? Don't worry, this club in Bègles plays the best rap, hip-hop and RnB tracks from the 90s to the present day. And on certain evenings, renowned DJs come to liven up the 600 m² dance floor until the wee hours of the morning.
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59 Rue des Terres Neuves, 33130 Bègles
The techno revival: Hangar FL
Established on the right bank in place of the former “Space Opera”, this warehouse dedicated to amplified music welcomes acid, techno, and hardcore music aficionados. Here, local underground collectives enjoy pride of place. The creative director, Davy Torres, is also the artistic director of L’Entrepôt, on the side of the river.
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6 Quai de la Souys, 33100 Bordeaux
In the heart of the Golden Triangle: the Black Diamond
Situated right under the prestigious Grand-Hôtel, this small club is known for its soul and electronic music ambience crafted by talented resident DJs. Those who didn’t manage to enter the Black Diamond can try their luck at Le Cercle, its trendy and no less popular neighbour.
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5 Cours de l'Intendance, 33000 Bordeaux
LGBT-friendly: the Ultra-Klubs
This club is one of the many bars and nightclubs proudly displaying the rainbow flag at their entrance.
- 22 Pl. André Meunier dit Mureine, 33800 Bordeaux
- facebook.com/ultraklubs
In lounge mode: L’Opale
Open from Tuesday to Saturday, this trendy club welcomes you in a friendly atmosphere, in the heart of the Chartrons quarter.
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12 Rue Sicard, 33000 Bordeaux
Hot vibes: the Calle Ocho
Though it closes a little earlier, this Latino club is a local favourite. You’ll only be deemed a real Bordeaux partygoer when you happen to spill your mojito on your neighbour while improvising a salsa. For more than 20 years, an eclectic clientele comes to enjoy the warm-hearted Cuban atmosphere of Calle Ocho. Just as hot and lively, La Pachanga will delight ragga/dance-hall lovers. For bachata classes: head for La Tencha!
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24 Rue Piliers de Tutelle, 33000 Bordeaux
