Madrid

Siroco is an alternative nightclub offering both national and international DJs as well as concerts from up-and-coming new artists. Here you can expect everything from reggae and karaoke to jazz and house music.

Do not let the name scare you because that means you will miss some of the best cocktails in Madrid. A hip crowd is drawn to this place, and you will find a chilled atmosphere while the DJ spins some good tunes.

Museo Chicote holds the honour of being the first cocktail bar to open in Spain. Frequented by celebrities such as Hemingway and Sinatra, it's a legendary spot that has stood the test of time. As you savour a refreshing drink, take a leisurely stroll around the bar and spot how many famous faces you can recognise from the pictures adorning the walls. Don't forget to catch a live music performance while indulging in their cocktails and bar snacks.

Del Diego Cocktail Bar is a popular cocktail bar that offers expertly crafted cocktails, gin, and tapas. Many of their patrons rave about the Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri and Caipirinhas, claiming they are the best in the city.

Located in the lively district of Malasaña, 1862 Dry Bar is a true temple of cocktails. They offer both classic mixes as well as signature cocktails at two ambiences, a sophisticated street-level bar and a cosy vaulted cellar.

Madrid’s Literary Quarter, Barrio de las Letras, owes its name to the great writers of Spain’s Golden Age who once called this neighbourhood home. Miguel de Cervantes, Lope de Vega and Francisco de Quevedo are just a few of the literary giants who walked these streets. Today, the area has swapped quills for clinking glasses, its narrow streets are lined with tapas bars packed tightly together, making it one of the most bar-dense districts in Madrid. You’re welcome to visit during the day for a leisurely vermouth and a bite, but the real magic begins at night. Do as the locals do: order a zurito, a small glass of draft beer, a glass of wine or perhaps some cava. With every drink comes a complimentary tapa, so you can happily graze your way through the evening, socialising and snacking. It’s Madrid at its most authentic.

Café Central is not only one of the city's classiest and most sophisticated cafés, it is also one of its premier jazz venues. Renowned artists from around the world hold live performances here regularly, enjoyed by eager crowds over some tapas and cocktails.

Círculo de Bellas Artes is a cultural organisation that can trace its roots back to 1880. For a different and more cultural kind of evening entertainment, check out what's on offer, and enjoy exhibitions, live performances, poetry readings, and much more. The café located in the centre is popular for afternoon coffee or evening cocktails as well.

Recommended by the New York Times for combining Classic Flamenco with new proposals and innovations, Cardamomo is an intimate Flamenco theatre, in the heart of Madrid, featuring dance performances along with tapas and drinks.