10 Nightlife Venues That Are These Cities' Best-Kept Secrets

Traveling the world is an exciting adventure in itself, but knowing the exclusive and best-kept secrets of the cities you are visiting makes the trip that much better.

Even if you’re not abroad or in an unfamiliar city, there are places that are simply so high-brow or underground that you would not know about them even if you’ve lived in the same city for your entire life.

These 10 clandestine venues fit that category and are guaranteed fun experiences, all for different and exciting reasons.

This story was originally published by Party Earth.

The Sayers Club – Los Angeles

Starting in the city known for posh nightclubs and celebrity sightings, Hollywood is home to The Sayers Club, one of the best-kept secrets, largely because its entrance is hidden with its sign-less façade backed off the street a bit. Despite its relative anonymity, the door is very tough due to the high volume of industry leaders and celebrities that frequent this sleek speakeasy. If lucky enough to get inside, visitors are treated to unannounced musical performances from notable artists, and have the opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the most powerful people in Tinseltown while waiting for an $18 drink.

Joy Madrid – Madrid

Located in central Madrid, Joy Madrid has long been one of the hottest go-to nightclubs in Europe and is one of the most popular clubs in Madrid for those looking for a true European club experience. Opened in 1981, it was converted from an old 1950’s theater into a huge club warehouse. Joy Madrid offers ample space for partygoers from all over the world to meet new friends and party the night away. Perhaps what makes this venue so unique is its spectacular light effects that add even more flair to this trendy club. Blue lights spectacularly illuminate the spacious sunken dance floor and undulating special effects are projected onto the back wall of the stage. No matter where one turns, myriad futuristic lighting and lasers bounce off the walls and, of course, it wouldn’t be a true nightclub without a disco ball hanging above the crowd.

SL (Simyone Lounge) – New York City

Similar to The Sayers Club with its hipster, yet swanky vibe, New York’s SL (Simyone Lounge) is guarded with classic velvet ropes, followed by a mysterious black-mirrored entrance. Once inside the club, there is plenty to please the eye from the beautiful people to the enticing illuminated glass bricks that line the walls. For those who don’t want to mingle with the run of the mill models, socialites, and Wall Street elites, there is an ultra-exclusive bottle service lounge with an intimate DJ experience. Also, when you’re inside make sure to look up to see an aerial view of the attractive clientele mingling with each other thanks to the mirrored ceilings.