10 Best Nightclubs in Rome
Where to Party at Night in Rome?
Rome, known as the “Eternal city”, has a rich history dating back thousands of years, but you’ll still find plenty of modern nightlife attractions to enjoy. The nightclubs available in Rome offer a variety of different experiences, so it’s easier than ever to find something to enjoy based on your personal tastes.
To get the most out of Roman nightlife, whether you’re looking for high energy clubs or something more laid back, you’ll need to know the best spots in town. Take a look at the 10 best nightclubs in Rome that you won’t want to miss out on.
1. Sharivari
A disco destination over three floors
Good for: Luxury, Nightlife
Sharivari is a popular nightclub with three levels where you can enjoy a stylish crowd and a variety of genres when it comes to the music. Each of the 3 levels offers a different atmosphere and style of music, including hip hop, dance, house, and retro.
Keep in mind that this is a high-end club that is immensely popular. When you visit, you may want to dress to impress if you’re looking to blend in. Additionally, it’s best to reserve a table in advance if you want one. You’ll find this venue just south of the Pantheon.
Location: Via de’ Nari, 14, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Tuesday–Sunday from 8 pm to 4 am (closed on Mondays)
Phone: +39 06 6880 6936
Sharivari
2. Room 26
A unique nightclub for sophisticated partying
Good for: Luxury, Nightlife
Room 26 is a snazzy nightclub located in the EUR (Esposizione Universale Roma) business district, south of the center of Rome. The club attracts a sophisticated crowd who gather on weekends to dance to electronic music or retro classics.
The parties held at this club are unlike any other you’ll find: they are hosted inside a grand building featuring ancient Roman architectural design, including two massive columns. You can expect a night of superb DJing and high energy with cutting-edge sound and LED screens.
Location: Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 29, 00144 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Thursday from 11 pm to 4.30 am, Friday 11.30 pm to 5 am, Saturday 11 pm to 5 am, Sunday 11.30 pm to 4.30 am (closed Monday–Wednesday)
Phone: +39 33 3428 9202
Room 26
3. Circolo degli Illuminati
An underground dance club
Good for: Food, Nightlife
Circolo degli Illuminati, in the residential area of Ostiense in central Rome, is the go-to club for many locals. The nightlife spot consists of three different spaces, including an outdoor area with an industrial-chic atmosphere. The club frequently hosts prominent DJs from the international electronic music scene.
On the upper floor, you can find an atmospheric restaurant and lounge, where you can relax on brightly colored sofas surrounded by lush greenery. It’s a welcoming place for an aperitif, dinner, or after-dinner cocktail.
Location: Via Giuseppe Libetta, 1, 00154 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Thursday from 6 pm to 4 am, Friday–Saturday 7 pm to 5 am, Sunday 7 pm to 3 am (closed Monday–Wednesday)
Phone: +39 32 8346 4266
Circolo degli Illuminati
4. Piper Club
A historic club with live bands
Good for: Nightlife
Piper Club Rome is a historic club that functioned as a rock venue in the 60s and has since grown into a nightclub with various music genres playing. Among the styles, you’ll find house and techno, as you might expect, but it also features hip hop and reggaeton on some nights. There’s even live performances by indie bands.
When you visit, you’ll find the crowd typically on the older side, with many people sticking with the club for years. The 80s revival nights are especially trendy. You’ll find this club in northern Salario by the Buenos Aires bus stop.
Location: Via Tagliamento, 9, 00198 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Friday–Saturday from 11.30 to 4 am (closed Sunday–Thursday)
Phone: +39 06 855 5398
Piper Club
5. ASD AKA (Darts Karaoke)
A laid-back venue with a mix of activities
Good for: Nightlife
ASD AKA is a venue more focused on being a cultural center than a place to dance the night away as it has a wide spectrum of offerings. You can find special events held here as well as the opportunity to rent out space for a private party. There’s also a darts bar where you can practice your throwing skills.
One of the most common uses of this space is for live music performances, so you can see a variety of artists take to the stage here, allowing you to enjoy the music along with a signature cocktail from the bar. You’ll find it west of Sapienza Universita di Roma about halfway between Tiburtino and Quartiere San Lorenzo.
Location: Via dei Caudini, 1/c, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Tuesday–Saturday from 8 pm to 3 am (closed on Sundays and Mondays)
Phone: +39 32 9841 8520
ASD AKA (Darts Karaoke)
6. Lanificio
Live music at a converted woolen mill
Good for: Food, History, Nightlife
Lanificio is a chic restaurant, bar, and creative space located in an old woolen mill that retains some of its original industrial charms. You can relax in the dining area or on the rooftop terrace with its lovely garden.
This multipurpose space regularly hosts special events, such as DJs, live music performances, and art exhibitions, so there’s always something new and exciting to enjoy. You’ll find Lanificio in the Quartiere XXI Pietralata neighborhood, a 15-minute drive northeast of the center of Rome.
Location: Via di Pietralata, 159A, 00158 Rome, Italy
Open: Friday–Saturday from 10.30 pm to 4.30 am
Phone: +39 39 2916 3156
Lanificio
7. The Basement
A relaxing pub-like atmosphere
Good for: Nightlife
The Basement is like a mixture between a pub and a club where you can enjoy music alongside a wide variety of different beverages to try. The beer selection is quite expansive with craft beers from all over the world, but you’ll also find varieties of wine and tequila.
The cocktail bar here is known for its unique combinations, letting you try concoctions you may have never even considered. When it comes to the atmosphere, you’ll find it primarily laid back with less energy than a dance club. You can try it for yourself in Prati, northwest of Castel Sant’Angelo.
Location: Via Properzio, 15, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Daily from 6 pm to 2 am
Phone: +39 06 6880 4963
The Basement
8. Qube Disco
One of the most popular clubs in town
Good for: Nightlife
Qube is one of Rome’s most popular nightclubs in the historic Casal Bertone district. The massive 3-level club has different styles of music playing on each floor, from pop to techno to rock and roll favorites. If you get tired of one genre of music, you can take the stairs and enter a different world for a few hours.
Every Friday night from the end of September to May, the dance complex hosts “Muccassassina”. This LGBTQ+ friendly disco is popular with all fabulous and trendy party people. No matter how early you arrive, you can expect a queue.
Location: Via di Portonaccio, 212, 00159 Rome, Italy
Open: Thursday–Saturday from 11 pm to 5 am (closed Sunday–Wednesday)
Phone: +39 06 438 5445
Qube Disco
9. Jackie O’
A refined and world-famous club
Good for: Luxury, Nightlife
Jackie O’ is a popular club in the “La Dolce Vita” (the sweet life) tradition that attracts wealthy international visitors with its retro decor and fine beverages. On the first floor, there’s a piano bar that offers a more sophisticated feel than you might find in a dance club.
The drink selection at this club is particularly refined, with cocktails that offer as much class as they do kick. Couple that with the retro Rat-Pack style decor and restaurant, and you can expect an experience like no other. See it all in Ludovisi, a short walk from the Boncompagni/Marche bus stop.
Location: Via Boncompagni, 11, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Tuesday–Saturday from 8 pm to 4 am (closed Sundays and Mondays)
Phone: +39 06 4288 5457
Jackie O’
10. Ego Club
A New York-style party place
Good for: Luxury, Nightlife
Ego Club is an elegant and trendy venue that lets you book private parties and enjoy special events. You’ll find multiple floors at this venue, with the lowest featuring its own restaurant. Beverages are available on every floor, of course.
If you’re looking for a more intimate experience with your friends for an unforgettable night out, be sure to book the private room on the upper floor. You won’t have to worry about anyone else, and you can enjoy private service. Ego Club can be found in northern Trieste, a short walk from the Batteria Nomentana bus stop.
Location: Via Tripoli, 22, 00199 Roma RM, Italy
Open: Daily from 4 pm to 2 am
Phone: +39 32 8335 2349
Ego Club
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