Nice: Nightlife

Blue Boy One of the hottest gay clubs in town, this double-decker Riviera institution is known for its cutting edge dance music and popular theme nights (think foam parties and lollipop nights). Central Nice; 9 Rue Jean-Baptiste Spinetta; 011-33-4-93-44-68-24; www.blueboy.fr
dancing | cover charge | gay

L’Odace Trendy 20- and 30-somethings pour into Nice’s largest dance nightclub, which can pack in more than a thousand revelers on weekends, to dance to the mixes of resident DJs. Central Nice; 29 Rue Alphonse Karr; 011-33-6-26-42-24-85
dancing | open late | nightclub

Le Relais Savor the decadence of the legendary Hotel Negresco while being served by white-jacketed waiters and serenaded by piano music in this museum-quality lounge, with its Oriental carpets, tapestries, and fine furnishings. Promenade des Anglais; 37 Promenade des Anglais; 011-33-4-93-16-64-00; www.hotel-negresco-nice.com
smart splurge | lounge | live music

Le Ruhl Casino The classier of Nice’s two casinos has 300 slot machines and a formal gaming room where favorites like blackjack and roulette are played. On the weekends, there is a feather-and-sequined cabaret show. Promenade des Anglais; 1 Promenade des Anglais; 011-33-4-97-03-12-22; www.lucienbarriere.com
gambling | casino | live entertainment

Opéra de Nice A major Riviera cultural venue, this fine Charles Garnier-designed opera house (he also masterminded the Opera Garnier in Paris) features large-scale operas, symphonies, ballets, and concerts. Vieux Nice; 4 & 6 Rue St-François-de-Paule; 011-33-4-92-17-40-00; www.opera-nice.org
culture | live entertainment | opera

Wayne’s If you’re craving a casual evening out in the company of fellow Anglophones, this Old Nice bar tops the list for its live rock ‘n roll and pop music and wide-screen sports telecasts. Sunday is karaoke night. Vieux Nice; 15 Rue de la Préfecture; 011-33-4-93-13-46-99; www.waynes.fr
bar | live music | karaoke