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Best nightlife destinations in Africa

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Cape Town
Mountains, Beaches and a Vibrant Culture
7.6
Converted warehouses in Woodstock now hold breweries and edgy bars in this city. Sweeties Beer Hall on Long Street has beer pong, karaoke and DJs. The Blue Room on Bree Street is a live music spot with Talent Tuesdays. The Pink Panther Nightclub in De Waterkant is inclusive and high energy.
Highlights:
  • 🍽️ Explore the V&A Waterfront and dine by the sea
  • 🚡 Ride the cable car for breathtaking city views
  • 🥾 Hike to the top of Table Mountain
Johannesburg
Vibrant city life meets rich history
6.4
Kwaito and jazz play on the roof deck at The Rock in Soweto. Tokyo Star on Fourth Avenue in Melville is a nightclub with Japanese pop culture decor and sushi. Radium Beer Hall in Orange Grove is a long running bar. Reality on Jeppe Street is a rave venue with three dance floors.
Highlights:
  • 🌆 Enjoy panoramic city views from the Carlton Centre top floor
  • 🏠 Take a guided tour of Soweto and visit Mandela House
  • 🏛️ Learn South Africa’s history at the Apartheid Museum
Nairobi
Where urban life meets wild adventures
6.4
Zanze Bar on Moi Avenue is busiest at weekends and quieter on weekdays. It is a top floor bar with pool tables and cheap food. Lord Delamere Terrace at the Norfolk Hotel is known for sundowners and gin and tonics. GoDown Arts Centre in this city shows contemporary African music, dance and theatre.
Highlights:
  • 🐘 Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and meet baby elephants
  • 🦩 Feed endangered giraffes at the Giraffe Centre
  • 🦒 Go on a safari at Nairobi National Park
Lagos
Buzzing Metropolis with Coastal Charm
5.7
By the lagoon in Ikoyi, WBar Lounge is an upscale venue with seafood and a nightclub. Sailor's Lounge in Lekki is a floating bar on the lagoon. The View Rooftop in Lekki has views of the Atlantic coast. Bature Brewery on Victoria Island has local craft beer and live local artists.
Highlights:
  • 🏖️ Relax and swim at beautiful Tarkwa Bay Beach
  • 🌿 Walk the longest canopy walkway at Lekki Conservation Centre
  • 🛍️ Explore vibrant Balogun Market for local crafts and textiles
Accra
Vibrant Culture and Coastal Charm
6.1
The +233 Jazz Bar and Grill has live band music six times a week. Oxford Street in Osu is a busy strip about 3 kilometres from the centre of this city. Blue kiosks on many streets serve local drinks such as palm wine and akpeteshie. Brazil House in Jamestown hosts weekly poetry slams.
Highlights:
  • 🏖️ Relax and swim at Bojo Beach
  • 🛍️ Shop vibrant stalls at Makola Market
  • 🕊️ Visit the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum
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