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Nice boasts some of the most happening nightlife along the Côte d’Azur. Kick off your evening with an aperitif at an outdoor café – either along the lively Cours Saleya in Vieux Nice or on the slightly more subdued (but incredibly romantic) beachfront Promenade des Anglais.
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
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
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
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
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
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