Singapore Nightlife Guide

Art Deco grandeur — a three-story gin palace with theatrical ambiance and one of the world's largest gin collections (800+ bottles). One of Asia's 50 Best Bars consistently.

Upscale rooftop with panoramic city and bay views. Chic international crowd and award-winning mixologists. Arrive before 10pm to avoid nightclub crowds if just drinking.

The world's highest alfresco rooftop bar — open-air with 360° views of the Singapore skyline. Goes clubby after 10:30pm on weekends. Happy hour 5–9pm offers better value.

Intimate, ingredient-focused, sustainable cocktail culture with deep Asian roots. Seasonal menus featuring native ingredients — tamarind, pandan, calamansi. Closed Sunday–Monday.

Dual-concept speakeasy — elegant upstairs (Jekyll) and mysterious underground lab downstairs (Hyde). Hidden entrance through an unmarked door. Walk-ins easier on weeknights.

Sophisticated rooftop overlooking the Padang and City Hall. Art-inspired cocktails with visually stunning presentations. Great pre-dinner or post-gallery drinks spot.

Elegant waterfront dining and drinking with marina views. Live jazz on select nights. More upscale and mature crowd — excellent for conversation. Weekday evenings quieter.

Singapore's premier jazz destination. Intimate, classic jazz club atmosphere with river views. Live performances nightly from 9pm–12am with international and local acts.

Laid-back neighborhood jazz bar — authentic and unpretentious. A long-running institution. Regular jam sessions attract talented musicians. Closed Monday–Tuesday.

Romantic, intimate, old-school supper club feel. Jazz standards, vocal jazz, and piano bar. Smaller venue — very intimate setting. Highly recommended to reserve.

Historic converted parliament chamber with great acoustics. Rock, indie, alternative, singer-songwriter. Also hosts comedy and other performances. Full restaurant menu.

Classic rock covers and occasional touring acts. Touristy but reliable — live bands nightly from 9:30pm. Walk-ins welcome; reservations for large groups.

Singapore's most famous nightclub — world-class production and international DJs across multiple rooms. Thu–Sat, doors open 10pm. Table bookings essential for groups.

Massive superclub with celebrity DJ residencies and spectacular production. Big-room EDM, house, hip-hop. Advance tickets recommended for big names. Taxi/Grab to reach Sentosa.

Multiple rooms under one roof — Main room (EDM), Phuture (underground), Capital (hip-hop/R&B). High-energy, international crowd, top-tier sound system. Open until 6am Thu–Sat.

Intimate, music-focused club for genuine electronic music enthusiasts rather than party tourists. House, techno, underground electronic. Serious dancefloor crowd.

Trendy, energetic venue popular with expats and young professionals. Themed nights, hip-hop, R&B, Afrobeats. Wed–Sat from 9pm.

Rooftop club combining skyline views with club energy. Commercial hits, hip-hop, pop. Upscale crowd. Thu–Sat from 9pm.

No printed menu — the bartender creates cocktails based on your preferences. Truly unique experience with experimental, ever-changing cocktails using unexpected ingredients. Mysterious and innovative.

Members-club feel without membership, 1,000+ whisky labels. Library aesthetic — quiet, sophisticated. Knowledgeable staff. Also serves excellent cocktails. Best on weekday evenings.

Multi-level speakeasy with different vibes per floor — from classic bar to party zone. Look for the unmarked black door. Highly recommended to reserve. Wed–Sat.

Classic American cocktail bar with jazz age elegance inside the iconic Raffles Hotel. Timeless sophistication, plush seating, live piano. Dress code enforced.

Progressive cocktails paired with avant-garde food. Chef Jowett Yu leads the culinary experience. More dining experience with cocktails. Book weeks ahead. Tue–Sat.

Whisky-focused with 400+ labels plus excellent cocktails. Cozy hotel bar sophistication with bartenders who are true craftspeople. Best on weekday evenings for peaceful experience.