So, you’re a student in London and you want to go clubbing, but you don’t know the best spots from the dead ones? Winging it in London usually isn’t a good idea, unless you’re well connected or you’re not picky about where you end up. If you’re simply not okay with spending your night in a random hole-in-the-wall, here are some of the best clubs in London for students.

Cuckoo Club

This one tops our list as a great choice for students in London who like an exclusive, posh venue because even though it’s not known as a club in London for students, it is frequented by a young crowd. Cuckoo Club on Wednesdays has regulars from a few of the big-name universities in London.

Saturdays are the busiest nights with a big variety of people from all over the world. Keep in mind, mixed groups will be encouraged to book bottle service, which comes with a pricey minimum spend.

The dress code, of course, is elegant. While it is a good place for students, it doesn’t operate as a student bar or anything like that.

Cuckoo Club has great DJs playing hip hop and R&B on the upper floor and mixed format music on the lower ground floor. For reggaeton lovers, Cuckoo Club sometimes hosts reggaeton music events on the lower floor.

If you’re going to be spending, ask for the unicorn bottle show… you won’t be disappointed. If you’re not looking to spend a lot, there is a guest list, but ask in advance as availability depends on the night.

Tonteria Chelsea Nightclub

Described as the ‘Mexican madhouse’, Tonteria is a great place to get your taco fix followed by tequila and a wild party. Open from 8 pm onward, Tonteria starts as a restaurant and transforms into a party with theatrical shows.

Like Cuckoo Club, it’s not specifically for students, but it does attract its fair share of student socialites. The Tonteria drinks menu features great Latin American-inspired cocktails like ‘Frozen Margaritas’, ‘El Paso’, and ‘Copa Del Amor’.

During the party hours, you can expect fire shows, acrobatic performers, and great tunes from a DJ.

Ministry of Sound

A London staple, Ministry of Sound (or MoS) is a large warehouse-style nightclub. Ministry of Sound goes on until very late and features techno, EDM, or house music DJs.

There are table options or tickets available and there’s no strict dress code here; you can come in comfortable shoes to be able to dance the night away.

Many students go to Ministry of Sound, and you’re bound to meet people here. It’s a big party with different types of people all coming together to have fun and make memories. It’s an excellent club in London for students to feel included within a community, party, and make new friends.

London boasts an array of vibrant nightlife options and the list runs much longer than the three clubs we mentioned. Nevertheless, if you’re looking for the best clubs in London for students, we recommend you try these options first.