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London Night Clubs
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London nightlife has as much to offer as any other large city in the world. London nightlife tends to be a trendsetter for other major cities throughout Europe, and travelers will find that one vacation will hardly have enough nights to explore all that London nightlife includes. Whether the perfect night out for you can be found at the opera or under the bright lights of a dance club, nightlife in London has something for everyone.
London has long been known for its incredible classical music and opera scene. Nightlife in London at the orchestra is a world-class treat, and the city of London has five major orchestras. The London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic, the London Philharmonic, the BBC Symphony, and the BBC Philharmonic are the major orchestras, but there are also smaller music groups and operas to be enjoyed as well. With all of these groups, there will almost certainly be a classical show to enjoy during your vacation. Classical nightlife in London has no off-season, though the winter months tend to be busier then the summer months. All of the orchestras post schedules online.
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| Nightlife in London pubs is another intriguing way to spend an evening. Sitting near a fireplace, chatting up the locals or enjoying a book can the perfect end to a long day of sightseeing. Charming pubs with world class beer that have graced the London streets for centuries are a great way to take a peek at another side of life in London. Many of the pubs are also great places to find a bite to eat, with less expensive fare then some of London"s other restaurants. Some of the world"s oldest pubs can be found in London, and the city has more then 4,500 pubs. The older pubs are generally located in the heart of the city, downtown. Camden is a particularly popular area of the city for native Londoners looking for somewhere to spend an evening, and travelers will likely enjoy the areas mix of history and modern service.
If London night clubs are more your style, you have a lot to choose from. Most of London"s trendiest night clubs are located in the West End, and London night clubs are constantly coming and going as the trends continue to change. Certain London night clubs may be hot one moment and not the next, but one thing will remain constant; you will always be able to find a dance club in the city. For these flashy clubs on the West End, travelers should expect a dress code and a hefty cover. In general, tourists should also stick to main roads when traveling through London at night. Pickpockets abound in the back alleys and unlit areas, and travelers unfamiliar with the city will do best to travel by taxi or stay in the main sections of downtown and the West End. |
Ministry of Sound - Legend of its own, Ministry of Sound – the club – opened in London in September 1991 and has since established a cult following among clubbers worldwide. Inspired by the US house music movement James Palumbo, Ministry of Sound’s founder and visionary, established Elephant & Castle in London as the venue’s location and opted for an unused bus depot for its infrastructure due to its raw and unkempt warehouse character that was the dominant clubbing environment of the early 90’s. At 103 Gaunt Street, London SE1. Tel: 020 7403 5348
Our Disco - Known for forging their own sound and style, Our Disco's resident DJs have been mixing up their concoction of post-punk, glitch-funk, schitzo-electro and mutant disco for a friendly, lively and artistic crowd since January 2003. At 2 Goulston Street, London E1.
Pacha - For the past 28 years Pacha has been one of the best known London`s nightclubs. Set in a 1920`s building it will take care of your saturday fever.
Situated at Terminus Place, Victoria, SW1. Tel: 020 7833 3139
The Renaissance Rooms - This is the second party venue of the Roller Disco. Same rules as with the Canvas. Off Miles Street, Vauxhall, London, SW8. Tel: 0207 630 6625.
The Slimelight - This is London's longest running alternative club dealing in industrial, power-noise, cyber-synth, ebm, cyber-goth, darkwave, trad + modern goth, plus crossover and related alternative sounds. At 7 Torrens street, EC1. Tel: 020 7837 6419
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