Best Nightclubs in Cardiff for Your Hen Do

Best Clubs in Cardiff

Cardiff's club scene runs through St Mary Street, one of the busiest main strips in Wales on a Friday and Saturday night. Mill Lane branches off from it with a handful of smaller venues worth knowing about, and Cardiff Bay has a more upmarket cluster that suits a hen group wanting to start the night somewhere a bit smarter before moving into the city.


Pulse - Best Clubs in Cardiff

1. Pulse Cardiff

Situated close to Queen Street station you'll find Pulse Cardiff, one of the best LGBT+ nightclubs anywhere in the city. Staying open 'til dawn on the weekends, it's a fantastic place to enjoy a night out with your mates.

Known for its lively atmosphere and great drinks deals, Pulse Cardiff is a bit of a no-brainer if you're after a fantastic Cardiff nightclub experience!

Popworld - Best Clubs in Cardiff

2. Popworld

Popworld nightclub in Cardiff needs no introduction! This cheesy, 90s-style venue has been a favourite for decades and it’s not hard to see why.

This old but gold nightclub hosts a colourful dancefloor and iconic tunes from time past and hit musicals. Especially popular with hen parties, this is one of the best Cardiff clubs if you want to dance ‘til morning with your pals. Did we mention the awesome drinks deals they have on most days of the week too?

Retro - Best Clubs in Cardiff

3. Retro Cardiff

If you want to try somewhere new that’s native to Cardiff, the popular Retro late bar is your best bet! Inside you’ll find a similar atmosphere to Popworld but with a friendly Welsh edge.

The mega venue has 3 floors to choose from as well as an outdoor terrace when you want a break from dancing and singing along. If you’re heading to Cardiff for a special occasion there’s plenty of VIP booths that can fit all your friends and family for the fun. Before you head to a club make sure you've gone to a few of the best bars in Cardiff first.

The Philharmonic - Best Clubs in Cardiff

4. The Philharmonic

If you're ready to party all night long, this legendary Cardiff nightclub has always been a massively popular place to enjoy the classic nightclub experience.

Situated in the city centre, this lively club is the perfect place to start your night. Tuck into their delicious bottomless brunch before you hit the club, which has incredible live music and is the ideal place to spend all evening!

Clwb Ifor Bach - Best Clubs in Cardiff

5. Clwb Ifor Bach

Late night clubbing and dancing until your feet hurt isn’t for everyone, so Clwb Ifor Bach might be more up your street. This live music venue has been a longstanding favourite in Cardiff and it’s not hard to see why.

Walk through the doors to be greeted by a whole host of international and local artists. You can head bang to the likes of Biffy Clyro or enjoy a drink and listen to George Ezra. Better still, there’s a nightclub attached to the musical area for the best of both worlds.

Ten Mill Lane - Best Clubs in Cardiff

6. Ten Mill Lane

If you’ve already heard good things about Ten Mill Lane late night bar, you best get in the queue early! This hugely popular venue is a speakeasy with style. Ten Mill Lane stands out from the crowd because of it’s innovative, unusual and unique cocktail menu.

There’s ample seating inside for you to enjoy a collection of concoctions, and the venue even has an outdoor area when the warmer months hit. If you’re looking for a more relaxed late bar that’s still open until late, check out Ten Mill Lane while you’re in Cardiff.

Mary's - Best Clubs in Cardiff

7. Mary's Cardiff

Cardiff is known for it’s strong LGBTQ+ community and this fact shines through the city’s nightlife. Mary’s Cardiff is one of the most popular gay cabaret bar’s, faming itself for premium service and hilarious entertainment all year round.

The friendly atmosphere inside is infectious and the tasty cocktails will make you want to stay all night. Catch world famous drag queens on stage and other events every night of the week to make your weekend in Cardiff a memorable one!

Metros - Best Clubs in Cardiff

8. Metros

You will find Metros right in the city centre of Cardiff, providing a place for people to party every year. You could spend all night exploring this fantastic club, with alternative music to keep you dancing all night long.

This popular bar provides comfy seating areas, affordable drinks and different music genres to ensure non-stop entertainment.


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