Nightlife
Singapore offers the urbane a sophisticated night scene, from chic lounges and stylish bars to swanky clubs and private rooms.
There is a plethora of nightspots to be explored, from dancefloors in the heart of the city to swish dives with far-flung addresses.
Quiet Nights
For a relaxing escape from the pressures of work, the tranquil havens of Rochester Park or the Dempsey Hill enclave offer respite in lush surroundings. Among the fashionable pubs there offering fine wines and dining are OneRochester , the Tippling Club and Harry’s @ Dempsey Hill.
An exclusive waterfront ambience is presented at the Marina at Keppel Bay and Sentosa’s il Lido Lounge Bar. Also on Sentosa is Suburbia, a cool wine bar and restaurant next to an old ficus tree.
Downtown, the Orchard Road and the Civic District offer the sparkling cityscape as backdrop to classy lounges, such as the exclusive Long March Bar at China Club, and the New Asia Bar located 71 storeys high. Culture and history are part of the setting at the Raffles Hotel’s Bar & Billiard Room, The Fullerton’s Post Bar, as well as Novus at the National Museum.
Sultry Evenings
Evenings are elegant at the Bellini Grande, which styles itself as a modern-day supper club, delivering the sophisticated sounds of an 18-piece band with a global cast of performers.
Internationally acclaimed nightclub Zouk includes plush facilities for private parties, and Mono by St James Power Station provides discrete karaoke rooms until six in the morning.
For a more casual setting, the lit lawns of Chijmes combine al fresco charm with an excellent party vibe.
More is expected with the advent of Singapore’s two integrated resorts opening soon. With their casinos and posh nightspots, the high-rolling lifestyle is set to become part of Singapore’s already alluring night scene.