A favorite venue for out-of-town rock acts, Huxley’s has enough space to handle the bands, their entourage and 1,600 headbangers. Two fully stocked bars keep the libations flowing; though the neighboring Volkspark Hasenheide makes an excellent plan B for wetting your whistles. As it’s standing room only here, arrive early to snag a prime view from the platform at the rear of the club.

But Huxleys offers more than sweaty, leather-clad masses. Its central Kreuzberg location makes it convenient for every type of event and it’s not uncommon to find dance performances, sporting events or trade shows booked into the capacious hall.