Madrid Nightlife: Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry & Free Shots

Summary

Madrid’s wildest bars and clubs in one night with free shots

You’ll jump into Madrid’s nightlife with a local crew—three pubs plus VIP club entry, free shots along the way, and drink discounts that actually work. Expect sticky floors, new friends from all over, music you’ll feel in your bones—and maybe a story or two you can’t quite explain when you get home.

What’s the experience like?

“You coming with us or staying for another?” That’s what Diego, our guide, shouted over the music as we squeezed out of the first bar into a narrow Madrid street. I’d barely finished my free shot — something neon green that tasted like candy and fire at once. The air outside was sticky and warm, even though it was already past midnight. A group of students from Valencia were laughing about someone’s attempt at flamenco (not mine, but honestly could’ve been). I remember thinking, this is the kind of chaos you want on a real Madrid pub crawl — not just hopping bars, but feeling like you’re part of some rolling party that keeps picking up new faces as it goes.

The route changed depending on the night — ours started near Sol and zigzagged through three pubs before landing us at Shoko Club around 2am. Each place had its own vibe: one smelled faintly of spilled beer and lemon cleaner, another was all blue lights and reggaeton so loud you could feel it in your ribs. Our local guide kept things moving (and made sure nobody got lost), handing out those little free shots at every stop. At one point I tried to order in Spanish; the bartender grinned and switched to English before I finished. Not my best moment linguistically, but nobody cared — everyone was there for the same reason.

By the time we hit the nightclub, my feet hurt but I didn’t really notice until later. There were people from everywhere — Berlin, Dublin, Lima — shouting over bass drops or just grinning like idiots on the dance floor. We got discounted drinks thanks to our wristbands (Diego made sure we flashed them), which felt like a small win every time. At some point I lost track of who was in our original group; didn’t matter much though. The whole thing felt loose and a bit wild, but safe enough that you could just let go for a few hours. I still think about that blur of lights and voices when someone mentions Madrid nightlife.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Pub crawl with VIP access and club entry

• Join pub crawl in Madrid
• Visit first bar with VIP access
• Enjoy drinks with special discounts
• Visit second bar with VIP access
• Enjoy drinks with special discounts
• Visit third bar with VIP access
• Enjoy drinks with special discounts
• Enter club based on day of week
• Enjoy club with VIP access and discounts

Top questions

How many bars do you visit on this Madrid pub crawl?

The tour includes entry to three bars or pubs plus one big nightclub.

Are free drinks included during the pub crawl?

You get a free shot at each bar and club visited during the night.

Is there VIP access to clubs on this Madrid pub crawl?

Yes, VIP club entry is included with options for table reservations at special rates.

What days does this Madrid pub crawl run?

The route changes nightly; clubs like Shoko Club are visited on Fridays and Saturdays.

Is there a dress code for this Madrid nightlife tour?

Yes—no gym clothes, sandals or short pants for men are allowed.

Can you join if traveling solo?

Yes, solo travelers are welcome; you'll meet locals and other internationals during the night.

Are drink discounts included?

Discounts on both international and national drinks are included at each venue.

Is public transportation nearby after the tour ends?

Yes, public transport options are available close to all venues visited.

What’s included

Your night includes skip-the-line entry to three bars or pubs plus a major nightclub in central Madrid, free shots at every stop (so four total), exclusive drink discounts throughout the evening, and guidance from locals who keep things fun but organized—no need to worry about planning or getting lost along the way.