Clubs near Leidseplein, a 2026 walking guide
Updated June 2026 · written by the team at Chin Chin Club, Jordaan
Leidseplein is Amsterdam's classic going-out square. Within 200 metres of the square you can pick from live music venues, big-room clubs and late-night theatres, plus our own dinner show + nightclub, a 12 minute walk north through the Jordaan. Here's what's actually on, ranked by what each room is built for.
The clubs on or beside Leidseplein
- Paradiso, Weteringschans 6, converted church, live music + club night, closes 04:00.
- Melkweg, Lijnbaansgracht 234, concerts and late club, two halls, closes 05:00.
- Sugar Factory, Lijnbaansgracht 238, eclectic night theatre, closes 05:00.
- Jimmy Woo, Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 18, glamorous big-room hip-hop and house, strict door.
- Chicago Social Club, Leidseplein 12, two-room hip-hop and after-work scene.
Plus: 12 minutes walk to a one-stop night
If you want dinner, karaoke and a nightclub in one venue, without bar-hopping the square, walk 12 minutes north through the Jordaan to Chin Chin Club on Rozengracht 133. Asian-inspired dinner show from 19:00, karaoke moments through the night, the same room becomes the nightclub until 05:00. 5 minutes from the Anne Frank House.
How to walk between them
- Leidseplein → Paradiso: 2 minutes south on Weteringschans.
- Leidseplein → Melkweg / Sugar Factory: 3 minutes west along Lijnbaansgracht.
- Leidseplein → Chin Chin Club: 12 minutes north along Marnixstraat to Rozengracht. Tram 1, 2, 5, 11 or 19 takes 5 minutes.
Quick FAQ, clubs near Leidseplein
What is the best club at Leidseplein?
For a live show into a club night, Paradiso. For pure late-night dancing, Melkweg or Sugar Factory. For glam big-room, Jimmy Woo. For a complete dinner-to-dancefloor evening, walk 12 minutes north to Chin Chin Club.
Are Leidseplein clubs open every night?
No. Paradiso and Melkweg run live programmes most nights but club nights are Thursday, Saturday. Jimmy Woo is weekend-only. Always check each venue's calendar.
Is Leidseplein safe at night?
Yes, it's one of the busiest, best-lit squares in central Amsterdam. Trams and licensed taxis run from the square all night.
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