Gdansk at Night: The Best Bars and Clubs Near the Old Town

When darkness falls, the townhouses on Długi Targ (Long Market) and along the Motława look as if they’ve stepped out of a postcard, and the streets of the centre fill with people. Gdansk at night means brewpubs in historic cellars, cocktail bars in basements, concerts in the former shipyard and a club in an old air-raid shelter – and most of these places are just a few minutes’ walk from one another.

Visitors tend to call the whole historic centre the “Old Town”, but its grandest part is actually Główne Miasto (the Main Town), while Stare Miasto (the Old Town proper) lies right next to it, to the north. Below you’ll find tried-and-tested addresses in both districts, a sample evening plan and practical tips.

The Main Town after dark

Start your evening walk on Długi Targ, where the illuminated townhouses and Neptune’s Fountain make the prettiest picture in the city. Then go through the Green Gate to the river: Długie Pobrzeże (the Long Embankment), with Żuraw (the Crane) and the lights reflected in the water, is a must on any night-time stroll. Mariacka Street, with its stone front terraces, has an intimate atmosphere too.

The best bars near the Old Town

1. Piwnica Rajców

A brewpub in the historic cellars beneath Artus Court, right by Neptune’s Fountain. The beer is brewed on site, and the brewing tanks are part of the décor. It’s a good place to start the evening over dinner, especially for a larger group.

2. Brovarnia

Another brewery with its own beer, this time in a former granary on Szafarnia Street, right on the Motława. A great choice for a group that wants to try a few beer styles before heading further into town.

3. Flisak ’76

A cellar cocktail bar on Chlebnicka Street, a few steps from Długi Targ. It’s known for its signature cocktails and relaxed, artsy atmosphere – the place for anyone who prefers a well-made drink to loud music.

4. Józef K.

A cult café and bar on Piwna Street, full of old furniture, books and colourful lamps. By day you can drop in for a coffee, and in the evening for a beer or a drink in one of the most atmospheric interiors in the city.

5. Piwna Street and around

The name says it all – Piwna means “Beer Street”. Running from St Mary’s Basilica towards the Great Armoury, it’s one of the liveliest lanes in the Main Town. Within a few minutes’ walk you’ll also find craft beer pubs and bars styled on the communist era (the Polish People’s Republic, or PRL), such as Pijalnia Wódki i Piwa.

6. Lamus

A small, laid-back bar on Lawendowa Street, set up in a former corner shop. Local craft beers, music and a relaxed atmosphere make it a good place to step off the tourist trail for a while.

Clubs and live music

7. Bunkier Klubogaleria

A club in a former German air-raid shelter on Olejarna Street, on the edge of the Old Town. With several floors playing different music, everyone will find their own dance floor. Friday and Saturday nights are the busiest.

8. B90 in the former shipyard

Among the historic cranes of the former Gdansk Shipyard stands B90, the largest concert club in the Tricity (Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia). It hosts concerts and club nights, and its opening hours depend on the events, so check the calendar before you go. From the Main Town you can walk here past Solidarity Square.

9. Wrzeszcz – Stary Maneż and Klub Żak

For a more local evening, head to the Wrzeszcz district. The Garnizon complex is home to the Stary Maneż concert hall, and Wrzeszcz also has Klub Żak, a venue rooted in student culture and live music. It’s a good area for bars away from the tourist crowds.

10. Sopot for a night of clubbing

The Tricity’s biggest club nights happen in Sopot, around Monciak, the resort’s main promenade. From central Gdansk you can get there by taxi or SKM commuter train – worth bearing in mind if you still have the energy to dance after the bars of the Main Town.

Gdansk at night from a different angle: a party on a tram

Instead of moving from bar to bar, you can start the night on a private tram with a professional sound system and club lighting. For two hours you’ll ride along Wały Jagiellońskie past the Main Town and towards Solidarity Square, among other places, and finish in the centre – just a few steps from the bars and clubs. You’ll find the offer on the TramParty Gdansk page.

Sample evening plan in Gdansk

• 19:00 – dinner at Piwnica Rajców or Brovarnia
• 20:30 – a walk along Długi Targ and the Motława
• 21:00 – two hours on a party tram
• 23:00 – cocktails on Chlebnicka Street or a beer on Piwna Street
• 00:30 – clubbing at Bunkier or a taxi to Sopot

Practical tips

• Bookings – on Fridays and Saturdays, book a table for a larger group in advance, especially in summer.
• Opening hours – some venues close earlier during the week, and some clubs open only on selected days, so check the hours before you go out.
• Cloakroom – some clubs, such as Bunkier, have a compulsory cloakroom, so keep cash or a card on you.
• Getting back – after midnight, a taxi is the easiest way back, although from the Main Town you can walk to many hotels in the centre.

Frequently asked questions

Where should you go out in the evening in Gdansk?

Most of the action is in the Main Town – around Długi Targ, on Piwna and Chlebnicka streets and along the Motława. For concerts, head to the former shipyard; for a night of clubbing, go to Bunkier or Sopot.

Is Gdansk at night a good choice for a stag do or hen party?

Yes – short distances between the bars, brewpubs with their own beer and the proximity of Sopot are big advantages. A ride on a private tram is a great way to start the night; read more on our stag do and hen party in Gdansk pages.

Does the party tram in Gdansk run in the evening?

Yes – we agree the date and start time individually, so the ride can begin whenever you like. A standard party lasts 2 hours, and the ride can start from almost any tram stop.