The Best Nightclubs in Auckland, New Zealand

Club lights and music
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Thalita Alves

Auckland has no shortage of nightlife. Whether you’re looking for a chilled out bar scene or a dynamic club joint, New Zealand’s biggest city knows how to be the life of the party. Get your dance shoes ready as we’re about to show you some of the best nightclubs in town.

1885

A classy party joint that is a definite Auckland favourite, 1885 is known for its seamless transition from sophisticated cocktail bar into a bustling club venue as the clock nears midnight. It has several bars and rooms for those wanting to dance and mingle and, if you’re feeling extra fancy, they offer a VIP-like bottle service too.

1885, 27 Galway St, Auckland 1010, New Zealand, +64 9-551 3100

Cocktail Glass

1. Family Bar

Bar, Nightclub, Oceanian

Famous street
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A legendary fixture of Auckland’s LGBT club scene and definitely one of the most iconic bars on K’Road, Family Bar is owned and operated by the the gay community and its particularly known for its fun, inclusive and occasionally naughty nature. Along with a bumping nightclub crowd, karaoke nights are a regular speciality.

2. Ponsonby Social Club

Bar, Restaurant, Australian

Get Your Drink On
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Ponsonby Social Club is oozing with all things cool and chic. The venue effortlessly offers a great party ambiance to Ponsonby’s upmarket bar and restaurant scene. From Wednesday until Sunday there’s a strong offering of local and international DJs spinning some of the freshest beats. The place deservedly gets quite busy, so arrive early and grab a couple of drinks before dancing up a storm.

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