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Best nightlife destinations in North America

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Los Angeles
The city of stars, beaches and dreams
8.8
Spread out more than most big cities, this city has nightlife in separate pockets rather than one district. Hollywood has dance clubs and the Sunset Strip has rock venues such as the Whisky a Go Go. Downtown has rooftop bars. Silver Lake has casual music spots.
Highlights:
  • 🎡 Spend a sunny afternoon at Santa Monica Pier and beach
  • 🥾 Hike to the Hollywood Sign for sweeping city views
  • 🎬 Walk along the Hollywood Walk of Fame and find your favorite stars
Las Vegas
Lights, Luxury and Limitless Fun
8.2
Casinos in this city never close. Many bars and clubs serve drinks around the clock. Walking the Strip with an open drink in hand is legal. Pop stars play long residencies in large hotel theatres. Fremont Street downtown has a covered light show and cheaper bars.
Highlights:
  • 🔆 Explore the vintage neon signs at the Neon Museum
  • 🎡 Ride the High Roller for panoramic city views
  • 💦 Watch the Bellagio Fountains dance to music and lights
Miami Beach
The ultimate blend of sun, sand and Art Deco charm
8.8
Developed from swampland in the 1910s and 1920s, this city has Art Deco hotels along Ocean Drive. Big clubs on Collins Avenue and Washington Avenue stay open until the early morning. Lincoln Road has outdoor bars and cafes. Hotel pool parties start in the afternoon.
Highlights:
  • 🛍️ Stroll Lincoln Road for shopping and dining delights
  • 🏖️ Relax on sunny sands of famous South Beach
  • 🏛️ Walk the iconic Miami Beach Art Deco Historic District
New York City
Five boroughs of skyline, food and museums
9.5
New Yorkers go out late. A night often means a drink, a live set and then a late diner. Jazz clubs such as the Village Vanguard have played music since 1935. Rooftop bars show the glittering skyline. Brooklyn has dance clubs in Bushwick and Williamsburg.
Highlights:
  • 🌃 Visit Times Square at night for unforgettable neon views
  • 🎭 Watch a Broadway musical in the Theater District
  • 🏙️ Admire skyline views from the Top of a skyscraper
Mexico City
Vibrant Culture, History and Street Food
8.3
Set in a high valley at 2,240 metres, this city has late bars and clubs in Roma, Condesa and Polanco. Mezcal bars are easy to find. Plaza Garibaldi has mariachi bands playing for tips. Lucha libre wrestling at Arena México is a loud night out.
Highlights:
  • 🎨 Visit Frida Kahlo’s Blue House in Coyoacán
  • 🏛️ Wander through the historic center and Zócalo Square
  • 🏯 Explore the ancient ruins of Teotihuacán’s pyramids
Montreal
A city of festivals, food and culture
8.6
French speaking and relaxed about late nights, this city has bars that serve later than in much of North America. Rue Saint-Denis and the Plateau have lively pubs. Old Montreal has stylish cocktail rooms in stone buildings. A large jazz festival fills the downtown streets each summer.
Highlights:
  • ⛪ Visit the breathtaking Notre-Dame Basilica and its illuminated interior
  • 🌄 Admire panoramic city views from Mount Royal Park
  • 🏙️ Wander the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal
New Orleans
Jazz, Creole Flavors and Mardi Gras Vibes
7.9
Warm and humid much of the year, this city spills onto the pavements after dark. Frenchmen Street has live jazz in clubs with open doors. Bourbon Street is loud and crowded. Drinks are allowed in plastic cups on the street. Mardi Gras fills February with parades.
Highlights:
  • 🏘️ Explore historic French Quarter’s colorful streets
  • 🍩 Savor beignets at iconic Café du Monde
  • 🎷 Experience live jazz on vibrant Frenchmen Street
Nashville
Music, hot chicken and honky tonks
7.7
As a country music hub, this city has live shows every night on Lower Broadway. Honky tonks such as Tootsie's Orchid Lounge play bands from morning until late. The Ryman Auditorium hosts larger concerts. The Bluebird Cafe is known for songwriters performing in a small room.
Highlights:
  • 🏛️ Visit the Parthenon replica in Centennial Park
  • 🎸 Explore music history at the Country Music Hall of Fame
  • 🎤 Experience live music at the legendary Grand Ole Opry
Cancún
Sun, sea and ancient wonders
7.8
Loud, bright and built for parties, this resort city has big clubs along the Hotel Zone. Coco Bongo is a show club with acrobats, live bands and singers. Beach clubs and bars stay busy after dark. Downtown has cheaper local bars and taquerias for a calmer evening.
Highlights:
  • 🤿 Snorkel with vibrant marine life at Underwater Museum
  • 🏺 Explore ancient Mayan ruins at El Rey archaeological site
  • 🏖️ Relax on the powdery sands of Playa Delfines
Havana
Vibrant Streets, Timeless Rhythms
7.3
Evenings are warm all year in this city, so life moves outdoors to the Malecón seawall. Live son and salsa play at clubs such as Casa de la Música. Tropicana, an open air cabaret since 1939, stages dance shows. El Floridita is known for daiquiris.
Highlights:
  • 🗼 Visit the historic José Martí Memorial tower
  • 🌅 Watch sunset along the famous Malecón promenade
  • 🏘️ Stroll through colorful streets of Old Havana
Austin
Live music, lakes and local flavor
7.6
Located in central Texas on the Colorado River, this city has live music venues in almost every neighbourhood. Sixth Street is packed with bars and small stages. Rainey Street has bungalow bars with patios. The Continental Club on South Congress has hosted bands for decades.
Highlights:
  • 🦇 Watch the bats emerge from Congress Avenue Bridge at sunset
  • 💦 Cool off with a swim in Barton Springs Pool
  • 🎸 Listen to live music on Sixth Street
Cabo San Lucas
Arches, Beaches, Nightlife and Adventure
7.6
Once a small fishing village at the tip of the Baja California peninsula, this city grew into a party resort. Beach clubs on Medano Beach run all day. Bars and dance clubs line the marina area at night. Cabo Wabo Cantina, opened by rock singer Sammy Hagar, is a landmark.
Highlights:
  • 🏜️ Experience thrilling ATV tours through desert landscapes
  • 🏖️ Relax on vibrant Medano Beach and swim safely
  • ⛵ Explore the iconic El Arco rock formation by boat
Guadalajara
Mariachi, murals and modern flair
7.3
As the capital of Jalisco, this city sits near the town of Tequila and the roots of mariachi music. Cantinas serve tequila with live bands. Avenida Chapultepec has bars and restaurants that fill at weekends. Plaza de los Mariachis has musicians for hire at night.
Highlights:
  • 🎭 Stroll through vibrant Plaza de Armas with street performances
  • 🖼️ Explore the stunning murals at Instituto Cultural Cabañas
  • ⛪ Visit the magnificent Guadalajara Cathedral in the historic center
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