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In Europe, we have cities of all kinds, cities famous for their industry or for being important financial centers or for the business world. Our favorites today are famous for very different reasons because today we offer you a list of the best cities in Europe to go to a bachelor party. For one reason or another these cities are presented as some of the best for a night out or stag do experience.
From the rock and historic streets of Manchester to the VIP booths of Saint Tropez, here are 10 cities in Europe that you need to visit right away for some of that famous party euphoria.
Bucharest, Romania
Yes, that Romania that you rarely hear anything about besides some occasional story about Count Dracula and amazing Bucharest stag do parties, is today a thriving touristic center. Next, to the gigantic communist buildings and insanely large boulevards are some of the most beautiful orthodox churches and customs related to food.
But what made Bucharest the leader in attracting younger tourists in recent time is the cities new party scene that just can’t stop growing. Player and Bamboo are just two of the famous clubs that perfectly mimic what party in Bucharest is all about. Everything is oriented to extravagant VIP booths where you can order endless rounds for a much lower price than in the rest of the EU. If you are not a fan of hustle and bustle that club surfing demands, then there is a huge set of bars and pubs that offer both live acts and the usual pub atmosphere where can enjoy quieter moments.
The clubs and bars with live acts rarely open their doors before 20:00 and hardly close them before 05:00 in the next morning. There are countless reasons to test the Bucharest party scene but the prime one at this moment is that the city is not yet overrun by hordes of annoying tourists and you should hurry with bookings right away!
Manchester, United Kingdom
Manchester has always been associated with the most influential English music scene. During the 80s and 90s, the city gained a reputation that today still lives on thanks to bands like Joy Division, New Order, The Smiths, Happy Mondays or Oasis that made Manchester the musical center of the continent.
Today the musical heritage joins the festive atmosphere of the city and the result is a time bomb. Manchester has 4 universities with about 100,000 students so it is not surprising that it is positioned as one of the best cities in Europe to party. In Manchester, the spirit of the emblematic Hacienda remains, a pioneering club among pioneers that was responsible for the spread of acid house and rave culture in Europe.
And all of that from almost nothing! Today there is a whole new generation of musicians that make up the contemporary sound of Manchester, it is exciting to know that still today you can go out and enjoy the historic Manchester scene. Of all the drinks here beer reigns, and what better to take it in one of the hundreds of English pubs that the locals like so much.
Read more: 5 Cities to Visit in the UK
Frankfurt, Germany
Despite the modest size of the city, the German city of Frankfurt is famous for its varied nightlife and entertainment. There is a wide range of clubs and bars with different styles of music, from Techno to Jazz. In fact, the best rooms are in the surroundings of Kleine Bockenheimer Strasse, also known as the Jazz Alley.
The bars open until 01.00 during the week and close later during the weekends. The minimum age for drinking alcohol is 18 years, as in most countries of the European Union, and in clubs, a beer costs about 3-4 €. Dance lovers come here from all over Europe and some of the world’s best-known Disc Jockeys have an obligatory stop in the city.
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Rotterdam has an amazing bar scene, and on weekends the streets of the city are overflowing with people, especially in the summer months. The offer is varied, the bars predominate but there are also clubs and some of them are internationally renowned.
Besides, the spectacular architecture of the city as well as its urban art makes the nights pass between incredible buildings. Perhaps the best area to find a good party in Rotterdam is the Witte of ITU Staat and Binnenweg, right in the center of the city. Vodka with soda is the most popular drink.
Zaragoza, Spain
In Zaragoza, you can find bars and discos of all kinds and for all tastes. All styles of music have their place in the city, from commercial music or pachanga to pop, rock, soul, alternative and also electronic music, all this makes Zaragoza positioned as one of the best cities in Europe to party.
They say that in Zaragoza you live from Friday to Sunday and the city is known for its wide range of concerts and live music that lasts throughout the year. During the festivities of the pillar of October 12, Zaragoza becomes the point of Spain with a more festive atmosphere and good humor making it without a doubt the best time to visit and see the city in all its glory.
Saint-Tropez, France
It all began in the 50s as a small hotel resort located on the French coast that with the passing of some famous actors and singers over the years became the favorite party city for the French and American Jet-Set. There is something that characterizes Saint Tropez above all things, and everything is scandalously expensive, here only the heaviest pockets can afford a party in conditions.
It could be said that the tranquility that this place once had, has disappeared and in its place, an extravagant party resort has been created. If you are able to save enough money to pay for a night out in Saint Tropez, it is certainly worthwhile, although if you are hoping to find the best music, this may not be the right place for music lovers.
Mikonos, Greece
Mikonos is well known throughout the world not only for its incredible beaches but also for its excellent nightlife and its wild parties, Mikonos is something like the Greek Ibiza. During the high season, there are hundreds of flights to Mykonos every day of the week. Its offer of entertainment is very diverse and during the day the parties take place on the beach, in one of the more than 20 beach clubs that exist.
Before sunset about 6 o’clock in the afternoon, people are already warming up engines for the night and for when the night comes there is no turning back and that is when the nightclubs are filled with people to the point of overflowing. More than 40 bars, 19 clubs, and 9 beach clubs make up the main dish of fun on the island and they are open from mid-May to mid-September. Like Saint Tropez, clubs and clubs in Mikonos have that chic and glamorous touch that fascinates so many.
