Singapore: Nightlife

Esplanade-Theatres on the Bay This modern complex houses a mix of retail shops and entertainment venues that host plays and concerts. Sixteen waterfront dining outlets provide pre- and post-performance sustenance. Marina Bay; 8 Raffles Ave.; 011-65-6828-8399; www.esplanade.com
moderate | trendy | live entertainment | dining

Marina Mandarin Hotel Take advantage of the Marina Mandarin Hotel's booze buffet to quench your thirst with cocktails. Unlike most bars and discos in these parts, you can actually hear yourself speak here, making it perfect for conversation. Marina Bay; 6 Raffles Blvd.; 011-65-6845-1000; www.marina-mandarin.com.sg
moderate | trendy | lounge

Ministry of Sound All ages party till the wee hours in Clarke Quay at Ministry of Sound, a hot club for those who enjoy lively contemporary music (house, techno, dance) and freeform dancing. Downtown; Block 3C, The Cannery; River Valley Rd.; 011-65-6235-2292; www.ministryofsound.com.sg
dancing | open late | nightclub

Night Market Tours Let RMG tours guide you through the city after dark, starting with a riverside dinner at Boat Quay, followed by a tour of the night market, and ending with a drink at the Raffles Hotel. RMG Tours; 011-65-6336-5465; www.rmgtours.com
family | moderate

Night Safari The jungle comes alive after dark on the Singapore Zoo's Night Safari trip (7:30pm-midnight). Special lighting reveals big cats and other nocturnal creatures when they are most active. Jurong; 80 Mandai Lake Rd.; 011-65-6269-3411; www.zoo.com.sg
family | tour | wildlife | outdoors

Sentosa Cable Car Enjoy dinner 230-feet above sea level on the Sentosa Cable Car as it travels between Singapore and the Sentosa resort island. Book at least one day ahead. Telok Blangah; Board at Sentosa Gateway; 011-65-736-8672; www.sentosa.com.sg
family | smart splurge | trendy | expensive

Zouk From its name, you might think Zouk is an Arabian bazaar, but this discotheque is quite possibly Asia's hottest club. Dancers gyrate to music from one of five live bands, while waiters dispense drinks and snacks. Downtown; 17 Jiak Kim St.; 011-65-6738-2988; www.zoukclub.com
moderate | trendy | live entertainment | dancing | live music