Singapore Nightlife Guide: TOP 30 Bars & Clubs + Pub Crawl

Singapore, Singapore

Aug. 28, 2024 by Matt van Vuuren

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Singapore's best nightlife districts are Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, and Marina Bay. Begin your evening at BeGin, a hidden speakeasy located on the second floor of The Penny Black Victorian London Pub. With its cozy décor and extensive gin selection, it's a great spot for early drinks. Craft gin cocktails are priced at $23 USD, but you can enjoy their gin tonic specials for just $7 USD, a steal in Singapore. Drinks come with free popcorn, making it a great value.

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Best Places for Nightlife in Singapore

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  1. BeGin

  One of the best gin bars in Boat Quay, hidden inside the Penny Black Victorian Pub. Gin cocktails start at $7 USD which is a steal in Singapore.

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  2. Skinny's Lounge

  Most laid back dive bar in Boat Quay, play some billiards and mingle with locals and expats. Cocktails are roughly $15 USD.

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  3. Singapore Pub Crawl

  As a newcomer, I recommend you join the Singapore Pub Crawl to familiarize yourself with the local nightlife, including free shots. 3 Bars + 1 club, 5 hours of epic fun for $26 USD!

  
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  4. Mogambo Bar

  Singapore's pub crawl often kicks off at the Mogambo bar on Boat Quay, a fun bar with darts and outdoor seating. Also, drinks are reasonably priced.

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  5. OPVS II

  During the Pub Crawl we were welcomed here with whiskey sours and got to know each other a bit better. Also, enjoy the beautiful views from their window of the Singapore river. Beers just $5 USD and cocktails $7 USD.

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  6. Limelight

  Located on the Circular Road behind Boat Quay and offers rap & hiphop music. The atmosphere here is pretty laid back, cocktails go for $18 USD.

For a more laid-back atmosphere, head over to Skinny’s Lounge. This spot is perfect for mingling, with loaded cocktails at $15 USD. The lounge also offers billiards and a few house rules to keep the vibe fun and relaxed. If you’re new to Singapore, join the Singapore Pub Crawl to make new friends and explore the city’s nightlife. For $26 USD, you’ll visit three bars and one of the top nightclubs in town, with discounts on drinks along the way. This pub crawl is considered one of Southeast Asia’s best, making it a must-try for anyone looking to dive into Singapore's party scene. The crawl often kicks off at Mogambo Bar in Boat Quay, a lively spot great for warm-up shots before the night gets going.

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  7. XclusiV

  Another solid club on the Singapore Pub Crawl is XclusiV. Expect a young good-looking crowd, bottle service, funky DJ's and a fun vibe on the dance floor.

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  8. Upstairs

  More mature nightclub and after hours venue, average age is 30. Located on the 3rd floor with a sweet rooftop, music often here is groove and funk.

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  9. Headquarters

  Amazing techno club on top of Upstairs. Both these venues are combined together and require one entry fee of $22 USD or you can shelf out $46 USD at the entrance which includes 4 drink tickets.

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  10. Lady Wu

  My favorite bar in Boat Quay is Lady Wu. A chinese rooftop bar with often live music and drinking games. The drinking girls often walk around the venue challenging you to mini-fussball with one rule: you lose, you drink! Highly recommended place!

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  11. Level-Up

  Most fun arcade and laid back bar in Singapore with fussball, beer pong, dance dance revolution, hoops, 80s classics and a large bar with decent prices. This is a great place to socialize with the locals. Beers start roughly at $10 USD.

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  12. Zouk Singapore

  One of Singapore's largest nightclubs, established in 1991 with a capacity of 3300 party people. However, the cover charge can be steep at times, roughly $37 USD but this grants you access to multiple venues within this mega club (Phuture & Capital). Do check their event schedule for upcoming DJ's.

Marquee nightclub, the best club in Singapore!

Lady Wu is a favorite spot at Boat Quay, attracting mostly a Chinese crowd. On a random Saturday night, it’s easy to meet locals and have a night filled with drinking and fun. One of the most unique aspects of Lady Wu is the drinking girls who go around challenging patrons to mini foosball matches—the loser drinks. The drink of choice here is soju. With a bit of luck, you might even end up at a local house party in one of Singapore's hidden corners, extending your night well into the morning.

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  13. Level 33

  World's highest micro-brewery located on the 33rd floor with incredible panorama views of Marina Bay, MBS, Gardens by the Bay and the Singapore Straight. Visit during happy hours for a $3 USD discount on their beers.

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  14. Ce La Vi

  Venture to the famous CE LA VI nightclub at the very top of the Marina Bay Sands on the 57th floor and enjoy the best views of Singapore while partying away with the upper class of Singapore. Entrance is around $28 USD and includes one drink ticket. Beers start at $13 USD.

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  15. Skybar

  Next to Ce La Vi is Skybar which is more of a chill outdoor lounge where you can order late night drinks and food. Entrance is free, which is great knowning that a regular ticket to this observatory deck is $14 USD during the day time, making this a nice free perk.

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  16. Marquee Singapore

  By far the best nightclub in Singapore is Marquee located inside The Shoppes Mall at MBS. The venue spans 2300 square meters and has ceiling soaring 30 meters, has a carnival theme with a ferris wheel and three-story slides going to the dance floor. Entrance $45 USD and includes one drink ticket. Beers start at $13 USD and is open from 10pm until 6am.

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  17. Avenue Lounge

  One of the trendiest places in Marina Bay and has an upscale crowd of young good looking professionals. Thhey got vintage arcades, bowling alleys and a pool table. However, do expect long lines on the weekend.

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  18. Gibson Bar

  One of the best cocktail bars in Tanjong Pagar with a vintage vibe and clever mixologists, using very unique ingredients. A pure gin cocktail set me back $20 USD but did come with a bunch of free snacks.

Clarke Quay is the next district to explore. During the day, there’s not much happening, but by night, it transforms into a vibrant, modern nightlife hotspot. Start at Level-Up, a large arcade with a variety of fun games like foosball, beer pong, darts, and dance dance revolution. Beers start at roughly $10 USD, and there’s a ton of food options, plus live music every day, making it a cozy venue to mingle with Singapore locals. Top off your night at Zouk, the best nightclub in Clarke Quay. This venue, a local legend since 1991, can fit 3,300 party-goers. The cover charge can be steep, at $37 USD, but it often grants access to both the Phuture and Capital levels. On the Phuture level, the vibe is more laid-back. Zouk is famous for its top-tier DJ performances, smoke guns, and laser shows. The air conditioning here is excellent, a necessity in Singapore’s heat. Fun day time attractions in Clarke Quay are the Singapore River cruise for $19 USD, and the Singapore Slingshot Ride for $33 USD.

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  19. Jigger & Pony

  Number 2 on "The World's Best Bars list". Do expect to pay around $25 USD for a high-end cocktail. Their menu is a complete magazine booklet stacked with pages of creative cocktails. Definitely worth a visit for any cocktail connoisseur.

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  20. Bitters & Love

  Laid back speakeasy located in the Amoy Alley behind Chinatown and is one of the better places to take a date.

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  21. Employees Only

  Another speakeasy where the entrance is a fortune teller outlet, where you fortune's will be read before you can reach in for a cocktail. This place always has a great atmosphere.

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  22. The Lions Den

  A fun sports bar located in the famous Club St, where you can strike up a conversation over some billiards, or watch your favorite sports team on their large TV's

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  23. Jō's Rooftop

  A hidden gem in Chinatown and one of my favorite spots to go for late night drinks. This place also offers incredible views of Chinatown by night. Music here is groovy hiphop and R&B. Entrance is free!

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  24. Cherry

  Expect a young student crowd inside this intimate underground nightclub. They even have a food stall on their dance floor for some cheap eats.

Singapore Pub Crawl at OPVS II on Boat Quay

For incredible views of Singapore, head to Ce La Vi, a nightclub located at the top of Marina Bay Sands. This rooftop spot on the 57th floor offers panoramic views of the city and features a massive infinity pool. Ce La Vi attracts an upscale crowd with an average age around 35. The cover charge is usually around $28 USD and includes a drink ticket, with drinks starting at $13 USD. Visit on weekends around 1 am for a packed dance floor and solid techno. Another must-visit in Marina Bay is Marquee, Singapore’s biggest nightclub, located inside The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. This massive venue spans 25,000 square feet, with ceilings soaring 30 meters high. Marquee's carnival theme includes a full-size Ferris wheel and a three-story slide from the balcony level to the dance floor. A fun night here doesn’t come cheap—expect to pay $45 USD at the door, which often includes a drink ticket, free coat check, and free carnival rides. The party typically lasts from 10 pm until 6 am. Beers start at roughly $13 USD, or you can splurge on bottle service. Don’t leave Singapore without experiencing Marquee.

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  25. Tuff Club

  A techno lovers home catering to a young student crowd. Make sure to check their event calendar for upcoming techno DJ's and international acts.

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  26. Atlas Bar

  Welcome to Gotham City, this building is also referred to as the Batman building and has the world's biggest gin collection, over 1300 bottles. This bar is a sight to behold.

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  27. Long Bar

  Inventor of the Singapore Sling cocktail around 1915. This bar has a classic setting where you can dump your peanut shells on the floor. An odd but unqiue concept.

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  28. Smoke & Mirrors

  High-end rooftop cocktail bar with incredible views of the Marina Bay Sands and the business district. Cocktails start roughly at $22 USD

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  29. Mama Diam

  An even lesser known area is Prinsep Place where you find this speakeasy hidden behind an historic Singaporean kiosk selling toys, candy and newspapers within the Lou Shang Cafe. This is a true gem and great to bring a date.

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  30. Club FML

  Next door to Mama Diam is Club FML. A Chinese bar with arcade games, and a fun laid back atmosphere.

For a more refined evening, head to Tanjong Pagar, known for its cocktail bars, unique temples, and historic streets. Gibson Bar offers a vintage vibe with mixologists famous for using unique ingredients in their cocktails. Another popular spot is Jigger & Pony, frequently featured on the world’s 50 best bars list, where high-end cocktails are priced at $25 USD.

the incredible Zouk nightclub in Singapore

Chinatown offers a lively atmosphere with its vibrant streets, cozy restaurants, and historic temples. While some areas can be touristy, dive deeper into Chinatown to discover gems like Bitters & Love, a snug craft cocktail bar with unique bar snacks and a laid-back vibe. One block over is Employees Only, a cozy spot for quality cocktails.

Moving north to the Downtown Core, the Atlas Bar is a must-visit for its art deco glam and one of the world's largest gin collections, with over 1,300 bottles. The cocktail menu is extravagant, and the setting, often referred to as Gotham City due to its striking architecture, is impressive. If you want to impress a date, the Atlas Bar at Parkview Square is the place to go. Another iconic spot in Singapore is the Long Bar at Raffles Hotel, where the Singapore Sling was invented in 1915. This classic cocktail is made with gin, liqueurs, pineapple juice, and bitters, and the bar is known for its tradition of guests throwing peanut shells on the floor. The experience is quintessentially Singaporean.

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Finally, for a lesser-known area, explore Prinsep Place, home to many great bars and restaurants. Mama Diam, the most famous speakeasy in this area, is hidden behind a historic Singapore kiosk. The door leads to a classy cocktail bar, making it a unique spot for a late-night drink. Whether you're exploring on foot, by bike, or on a Big Bus tour (just $46 USD), Singapore's nightlife offers something for everyone. Each district has its own unique charm, ensuring an unforgettable night in the Lion City.

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