Bordeaux: Nightlife

BHV The city’s top gay bar sits just across from city hall in the center of town and attracts the town’s best-looking crowd. There’s live entertainment on Sundays at 10pm from September to June. 4 rue de l'Hôtel de Ville; 011-33-5-56-44-05-08; www.bhv-bar.com
live entertainment | gay

Connemara Anglophiles head to Connemara for pints of Guinness and Irish music. 18 cours d’Albert; 011-33-5-56-52-82-57
bar | pub

Grand Theater Attending a performance at this neoclassic masterpiece is the best way to revel in its opulent interiors. Ballet, opera, orchestral performances, and plays are held year-round. Place de la Comédie; 011-33-5-56-00-85-95; www.opera-bordeaux.com
architecture | smart splurge | historic | live entertainment

La Casa Latina La Casa Latina attracts a glamorous crowd for salsa, samba, and meringue. 59 Quai Chatrons; 011-33-5-57-87-15-80
trendy | dancing | nightclub

Le Comptoir du Jazz Jazz lovers should seek out this friendly bar opened by the team behind the popular Le Port de la Lune. Jazz is played nightly from 7pm to 2am. Admission is free with a one drink minimum. 58 quai de Paludate; 011-33-5-56-49-15-55; www.leportdelalune.com
jazz | open late | live music

Le Jimmy Thirty-something rockers head to Le Jimmy, a longtime Bordeaux favorite. DJs spin everything from heavy metal to reggae and live concerts feature both upcoming and well-known artists. 68, Rue de Madrid; 011-33-5-56-98-20-83
live entertainment | dancing | nightclub

Le Plana This Bordeaux institution features jazz and world music. It’s popular with students (both local and international). 22 place de la Victoir; 011-33-5-56-91-73-23
jazz | dancing | live music | nightclub

The Casino de Bordeaux Located at the Hotel Barrière, this casino is an elegant place to try your luck. Admission is free for slots; if you want to tackle black jack or roulette, it will cost you $14. The action continues until 4am. Bordeaux du Lac, Rue Cardinal Richaud; 011-33-5-56-69-49-00
gambling | casino | open late