Whether you are a student enrolling at one of Glasgow’s many universities or simply looking for a great night out, the nightclub is a vital part of the city’s amazing nightlife.
While cities like Edinburgh offer a good night out, nothing quite beats the variety on offer in Glasgow.
We have rounded up some of the city’s best clubs which are among the greatest anywhere in the U.K.
7 – Firewater
Since 2001, this Sauchiehall nightclub plays all the classic genres, ranging from 1970s disco to old Rock'n'roll.
With two dance floors and a kitchen, Firewater is an excellent place to eat out during the day and party at night!
6 – The Garage
The garage is one of – if not – the most popular nightclub in Glasgow and boasts that it is the “biggest,” “busiest” and “best” night out in the city.
With 6 different dance floors spread over 4 levels, The Garage is certain to play something you like and cater to a large group of friends with wildly different music tastes.
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5 – Cathouse Rock Club
Cathouse describes itself as “Scotland’s foremost and original rock club” on its website and it is easy to see why.
For over 30 years, Catty has been at the forefront of rock music in Scotland, with huge club nights and live gigs to suite all rockers.
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4 – Kokomo
Kokomo, at the heart of Glasgow’s classy Merchant City, is a fantastic place to let your hair down if you are a student and love a bargain.
Every Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Kokomo hosts free entry for students and offers drinks for as little as £1.
3 – The Polo Lounge
This LGBT-friendly club is a city institution and offers a night out for every day of the week.
The club is known for hosting drag shows on “Lipstick Sundays,” chart music nights on “Camp Tuesdays” and cheesy pop events on “Popworld Thursdays.”
2 – The Buff Club
The Buff club is a casual nightclub which plays old school sing-along tunes in a laid-back kitsch atmosphere.
Put simply, Buff Club is the perfect place for a fun and relaxed night out in Glasgow’s city centre.
1 – Sub Club
Sub Club is the longest running underground dance club in the world and was voted the 10th best club globally by Resident Adviser.
With its mix of indie music and live performances from the likes of Franz Ferdinand and LCD Soundsystem, Sub Club remains a focal point for Glasgow’s thriving alternative scene.
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