Capacity
1,500
Founded
1968
Age
18+
Entry
€10-€20
About
A historic music venue in central Amsterdam, known for its unique church setting and a wide mix of concerts, club nights, and electronic events.
Paradiso is one of Amsterdam’s most recognizable venues, located in a former church near Leidseplein. The building’s high ceilings, stained glass, and balcony layout give every event a special atmosphere that feels very different from a typical club. While Paradiso is best known for live concerts, it also hosts electronic club nights that cover techno, house, disco, and crossover styles, depending on the promoter. The space attracts a broad and mixed crowd, from locals to visitors, and works especially well for events that sit between live performance and club culture. Paradiso is less about underground clubbing and more about atmosphere, history, and variety.
Music
technohouseafroreggaehip-hop
Amenities
Outdoor Area
Smoking Area
Cloakroom
Food Available
Bar
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Dress Code
Relaxed, come-as-you-are vibe that depends on the event. Casual outfits work for concerts, while club nights can be more styled or themed. Some special parties encourage bolder looks, but sports gear and arriving visibly drunk may lead to refusal.