Nightclubs in Hanoi

If you want to see the beautiful people of Vietnam cutting their moves, there are several local clubs to check out. New clubs tend to go in and out of favour like Beckham's haircuts, so ask around for what's hot or not before venturing forth.

Apocalypse Now
Add: 5C Pho Hoa Ma
Tel: 971 2783
Opened from 8pm to 1am.
A popular place of pilgrimage for Hanoi's hedonists. It really fires up on weekends, and is known for its loud and raucous music and street-wise swillers. It used to close when the last customers trickled away, but now the fun police crash the parly around 1am.

Ho Guom Xanh Nightclub
Add: 14 Le Thai To (right side of the Hoan Kiem lake)
Tel: 928 5285
The place to be seen for young Vietnamese who love to flash the cash. Dress to impress, as this club is right out of New York, London or Paris.

Nightclubs in Ho Chi Minh city

Most of the following dance dubs don't get started until midnight; ask around Pham Ngu Lao bars about the newest hot spots.

Apocalypse Now
Add: 20D Thi Sach
Tel: 824 1463
Dance clubs in Vietnam have a tendency to change with the wind, but 'Apo' is one exception to the rule. It's been around forever and gives a good eyeful of the seamier side of international relations. The music is loud, the patrons are from all walks of life and it's apocalyptically rowdy.

Tropical Rainforest Disco
Add: 5-15D Ho Huan Nghiep
Tel: 825 7783
One of the hottest dance spots in the city centre for the younger crowd. The cover charge entitles you to one free drink.

Underground
Add: 69D Dong Khoi
Tel: 829 9079
Opened from 10pm to midnight.
Underground is located in the basement of the Lucky Plaza building and is a popular gathering spot for expats and travellers alike. This spacious London tube-theme bar has a good happy hour and great pizza.