The Top 20 Cities In The World For The Best Night Out Ever

At the heart of its nightlife pulse is the iconic Razzmatazz, a five-floor clubbing labyrinth where music genres party-hop harder than tourists on tapas tours. Speaking of which, those tapas tours stretch until 11 p.m., warming you up for what’s to come. Street festivals like La Merce crank it up further, where public squares become open-air dance-offs.

Khao San Road in Bangkok is crammed with energy—buzzing bars and street food that’s the answer to any midnight craving. Hop from pub to pub on a tuk-tuk (who needs Uber?), or get your shopping fix, as bustling night markets go strong with live music and endless late-night bargains.

Berlin doesn’t just go hard on nightlife, it redefines it. Clubs here can run for days (yes, days), and the hunt for an underground pop-up party is practically a local sport. So, if you haven’t heard of a club with no official closing time, hit Berghain in this city. Here, marathon 48-hour techno parties are just another weekend.

The city that never sleeps also doesn’t stop entertaining. After a Broadway curtain call, New Yorkers often slide into velvet-lined jazz bars or disappear into speakeasies that require a code word—or a sharp eye for hidden entrances behind phone booths and ice cream counters. Meanwhile, Harlem’s Apollo Theater turns Amateur Night into a full-blown celebration.

Start by squeezing into one of over 200 quirky bars in Shinjuku’s Golden Gai, where each tiny room delivers a universe of its own. Karaoke booths beckon with 24/7 access, and izakayas keep serving Japan’s best snacks till sunrise. For the truly devoted, capsule hotels stand by and offer the world’s most convenient nap between adventures.

Who needs sleep when Rio turns up the heat? At Carioca da Gema, nights are non-stop dance battles. Lapa’s arches host wild street parties, and caipirinhas pour freely everywhere. As the sun rises, spontaneous crowds of street dancers gather on Copacabana, proving that in Rio, rhythm is more contagious than a summer cold.

Londoners know how to keep it fancy after dark. The city’s 24-hour tube makes pub-hopping a breeze. West End theatregoers spill out to live jazz joints, and Soho’s cabarets add just the right dash of cheek. In London, there’s always a reason (and a route) to keep the night going.

This city doesn’t do ‘last call.’ Why would it, when time is simply an illusion under a billion blinking bulbs? Casinos double as clubbing kingdoms—Omnia and XS serve up world-class DJs, whereas blackjack tables hum nearby. It’s sensory overload, sure, but hey, that’s the point! What happens in Vegas likely happens at 4 a.m. with strobe lights and zero regrets.

Here, nights are anything but ordinary. When the sun sets, the real charm begins. Istiklal Street keeps buzzing as rooftops host stylish parties. By the water, cocktail spots offer stunning night views. Add in Turkish beats from buzzing clubs and a ferry ride across continents, and you’ve got a night to remember.

Who said you need a car to party? In Amsterdam, locals bike from the EDM warehouse to the canal-side bar, and, yes, sometimes the bar floats. Radion sets the bar high (and late) as a 24/7 cultural playground, while weekends fill with live electronic events. The best tradition? Pedaling home under the stars, feeling like every hour is golden.

Dubai does nothing by halves, especially when it comes to night parties. White Dubai delivers open-air clubbing against a skyscraper-spiked skyline, as yacht parties and desert raves keep revelers going until sunrise. Over here, the party is as likely to involve bejeweled cocktails atop a fancy hotel as a dancefloor among sand dunes.

After dark, Prague dials up the drama with Gothic towers and thumping bass. Cross Club’s steampunk chaos fuels all-night raves, whereas Vltava cruises turn into floating dance floors. In the castle district, ancient stone walls echo with absinthe-fueled beats and blend medieval charm with modern edge. It’s when the past slips into party mode without missing a beat.

In Buenos Aires, the night doesn’t really get its groove until after 2 a.m., when locals slide into milongas for hours of live-orchestra tango. But that’s just the warm-up—neighborhood asado BBQs spark into social feasts, and those in the know wind down with a Fernet-and-cola nightcap. Here, sleep is negotiable; dancing is not.

With mountain views and beach breezes, Cape Town stays laid-back but knows exactly when to bring the heat. Long Street’s buzzing scene packs everything, from sleek lounges to gritty bars that play till the early hours. Camps Bay pours cocktails by the sea, and night hikes up Table Mountain end with moonlit views over the city.

Mexico City throws a bohemian bash and dares you to keep up. Roma Norte’s mezcalerias offer smoky sips and secret gigs in candle-lit courtyards. Down the road, masked wrestlers leap from the ropes in lucha libre shows. They keep crowds roaring well past dinner. But it doesn’t stop there—Garibaldi Square brings mariachi serenades deep into the night.

The Hongdae district in Seoul alone packs enough clubs and karaoke joints to make your voice crack by 3 a.m. Korean BBQ joints sizzle past 5 a.m., and noraebangs keep voices belting “Bohemian Rhapsody” long after the soju flows. And when your feet hurt and your wallet’s light? Hop on an owl bus; Seoul’s late-night chariots run till dawn.

By night, this bilingual beauty turns poetic and pulsing in equal measure. The Quartier des Spectacles glows with year-round light shows and festivals. Meanwhile, Crescent Street offers a symphony of accents over shots and pints. If you’re starving at 3 a.m., forget greasy pizza—grab a poutine at an underground diner that never closes.

In Pigalle, the Moulin Rouge whirls into motion each night with its famed feathered spectacle. Midnight picnics along the Seine aren’t just cliche postcards—they’re living rituals, complete with fresh baguette, rose, and jazz drifting from a hidden courtyard. And if you follow the faint echo of a trumpet? Voila, you’ve stumbled into an impromptu jazz session under moonlight.

Lisbon’s soul comes alive as night falls. Lose yourself in Bairro Alto’s winding alleys, where every corner hides a bar or a performance of live Fado music. The trendsetting Time Out Market keeps the party going late with DJs and cocktails. Don’t miss the street performances along the Tagus River, locals and visitors linger under the stars past midnight.

In Israel’s party capital, Rothschild Boulevard thumps with 24/7 cafes and bars—because sleep is for the boring. Forget greasy food because this city sends you home full of chickpeas and good decisions. Moreover, Tel Aviv’s LGBTQ-friendly clubs are ranked among the best globally!