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Vietnam’s Nightlife – Best Bars, Clubs, and Rooftop Lounges

Posted By: Claire Osbaldeston / Vietnam Travel Guides

Experience Vietnam’s vibrant nightlife with sky-high rooftop bars, underground clubs, and live music venues in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Nang. Explore night markets and food tours!

Vietnam’s Nightlife – A Guide to the Best Bars, Clubs & Night Markets

Vietnam’s nightlife is diverse, energetic, and unforgettable. Whether you want to sip cocktails at a rooftop bar in Ho Chi Minh City, dance at a beach club in Da Nang, or explore night markets in Hanoi, Vietnam offers something for everyone.

This guide will take you through the best bars, clubs, and rooftop lounges, as well as live music venues and cultural nightlife experiences across Vietnam’s top cities.

Experience Saigons vibrant nightlife, from rooftop bars to bustling night markets!

Experience Saigon’s vibrant nightlife, from rooftop bars to bustling night markets! - (Source: Collected)

1. Best Nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is Vietnam’s nightlife capital, featuring sky-high bars, bustling nightclubs, and live music hotspots.

1.1. Best Rooftop Bars in Ho Chi Minh City

Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar

Location: Caravelle Saigon, District 1

Why Visit? A classic rooftop bar with a panoramic view of Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Must-Try Drink: Saigon Mojito

Chill Skybar

Location: AB Tower, District 1

Why Visit? A luxury open-air bar with top DJs and signature cocktails.

Must-Try Drink: Lychee Martini

Broma Not a Bar

Location: 41 Nguyen Hue, District 1

Why Visit? A hidden rooftop bar with a laid-back vibe and great live music.

Pro Tip: Visit Nguyen Hue Walking Street after drinks—it's packed with street performers and food vendors!

Sip cocktails with a breathtaking skyline view at Chill Skybar, Saigons hottest nightlife spot!

Sip cocktails with a breathtaking skyline view at Chill Skybar, Saigon’s hottest nightlife spot! - (Source: Collected)

1.2. Best Nightclubs in Ho Chi Minh City

Lush Saigon

Location: District 1

Why Visit? One of the hottest clubs in Vietnam, with hip-hop nights and EDM parties.

The Observatory

Location: District 4

Why Visit? A house & techno club with a waterfront view and international DJs.

Pro Tip: Book VIP tables in advance—popular clubs fill up fast!

2. Best Nightlife in Hanoi

Hanoi’s nightlife is a mix of trendy bars, live music venues, and cultural night markets.

2.1. Best Bars in Hanoi

The Summit Lounge

Location: Pan Pacific Hotel, Tay Ho

Why Visit? A high-end rooftop bar overlooking West Lake.

Must-Try Drink: Passionfruit Daiquiri

Binh Minh Jazz Club

Location: 1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem

Why Visit? Hanoi’s best jazz club, with live performances every night.

Beer Street (Ta Hien Street)

Location: Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem

Why Visit? The best place to experience local Vietnamese beer culture.

Pro Tip: Order a Bia Hoi, Hanoi’s famous fresh beer for only $0.50 a glass!

Discover Hanois best bars, from hidden speakeasies to rooftop lounges with city views!

Discover Hanoi’s best bars, from hidden speakeasies to rooftop lounges with city views! - (Source: Collected)

2.2. Best Night Markets & Street Food Tours

Hanoi Weekend Night Market

Location: Old Quarter

Why Visit? A bustling market with local street food, handmade crafts, and live performances.

Hanoi Street Food Tour

Best Tours: Hanoi Street Food Tour (Book Here)

Must-Try Dishes:

✔ Banh Mi – Vietnamese sandwich

✔ Pho – Traditional noodle soup

✔ Egg Coffee – Hanoi’s specialty

Pro Tip: Take a guided food tour for the best experience!

3. Best Nightlife in Da Nang

Da Nang offers a more relaxed nightlife scene, with beach bars, rooftop lounges, and vibrant clubs.

3.1. Best Rooftop Bars in Da Nang

Sky36

Location: Novotel Danang

Why Visit? The tallest rooftop bar in Vietnam, with panoramic city views.

Brilliant Top Bar

Location: Brilliant Hotel

Why Visit? A chic rooftop spot overlooking the Han River.

Pro Tip: Visit Dragon Bridge on weekends to watch the fire-breathing dragon show at 9 PM!

Enjoy Da Nangs beachfront nightlife, rooftop bars, and lively night markets!

Enjoy Da Nang’s beachfront nightlife, rooftop bars, and lively night markets! - (Source: Collected)

3.2. Best Beach Clubs & Live Music

My Casa

Location: My Khe Beach

Why Visit? A chilled-out beach bar with live acoustic music.

On The Radio Bar

Location: City Center

Why Visit? The best live rock music bar in Da Nang.

Pro Tip: Head to An Thuong Night Market for delicious seafood BBQ and local craft beer.

Customer Reviews – Vietnam Nightlife Experience

Emily, UK: "I loved the rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City! The views Chill Skybar were absolutely breathtaking."

James, USA: "The street food tour in Hanoi was a game-changer. The night market vibe was electric, and the beer street experience was so much fun!"

Lena, Germany: "Da Nang’s beach bars were so relaxing. We spent the night at My Casa, listening to live music by the ocean!"

Plan Your Vietnam Nightlife Adventure!

sky-high rooftop bars to beach clubs and night markets, Vietnam offers endless nightlife experiences. Whether you want to dance all night in Ho Chi Minh City, enjoy live jazz in Hanoi, or sip cocktails on a Da Nang rooftop, there’s something for everyone.

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Best Itinerary Services: 10-Day Vietnam’s Nightlife & Sightseeing Tour – Explore by Day, Party by Night

Day 1-2: Ho Chi Minh City – Skyline Views & Legendary Clubs

Where? Southern Vietnam
Daytime Activities:

  • Explore Notre-Dame Cathedral of Saigon and the Saigon Central Post Office.
  • Visit the War Remnants Museum for a glimpse Vietnam’s history.
  • Take a sunset Saigon River cruise with drinks on board.

Nightlife:

  • Sip cocktails at Chill Skybar, with panoramic city views.
  • Party at Lush Nightclub, one of Saigon’s top dance clubs.
  • Experience Bui Vien Walking Street, filled with bars, street performers, and backpacker energy.

Best Experience: Dancing under neon lights at one of Saigon’s best nightclubs.

Day 3-4: Phu Quoc – Beach Days & Island Nightlife

Where? Southern Vietnam
Daytime Activities:

  • Relax at Sao Beach, one of Vietnam’s most beautiful white-sand beaches.
  • Snorkel in the An Thoi Archipelago, discovering coral reefs.
  • Visit a Phu Quoc pepper farm and learn about Vietnam’s famous spice.

Nightlife:

  • Enjoy a sunset drink at Sunset Sanato Beach Club, a floating bar with DJs.
  • Party at Rory’s Beach Bar, Phu Quoc’s most famous beachfront club.
  • Explore Dinh Cau Night Market, tasting fresh seafood and tropical cocktails.

Best Experience: Dancing barefoot on the beach under the stars.

Day 5-6: Da Nang & Hoi An – Coastal Views & Riverside Bars

Where? Central Vietnam
Daytime Activities:

  • Walk along the Golden Bridge, one of Vietnam’s most famous landmarks.
  • Relax at My Khe Beach, a beautiful stretch of coastline.
  • Explore Hoi An’s Ancient Town, with lantern-lit streets and traditional markets.

Nightlife:

  • Drink at Sky36, Da Nang’s highest rooftop bar with an ocean view.
  • Experience a Hoi An lantern boat ride, then grab a cocktail at Mango Mango.
  • Visit An Bang Beach bars, where live music plays by the waves.

Best Experience: Sipping cocktails while watching the Thu Bon River light up with floating lanterns.

Day 7: Hue – Imperial History & Laid-Back Nightlife

Where? Central Vietnam
Daytime Activities:

  • Visit the Imperial City, home to Vietnam’s ancient royal palaces.
  • Take a dragon boat cruise on the Perfume River.
  • Explore Thien Mu Pagoda, one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples.

Nightlife:

  • Enjoy cocktails at Secret Lounge, a hidden bar with great music.
  • Experience live jazz at DMZ Bar, a local favorite.
  • Try Hue’s famous Salt Coffee at a riverside café.

Best Experience: Listening to smooth jazz in a stylish, candlelit bar.

Day 8-9: Hanoi – Old Quarter Vibes & Rooftop Lounges

Where? Northern Vietnam
Daytime Activities:

  • Walk through the Hanoi Old Quarter, filled with historic French colonial buildings.
  • Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature.
  • Watch a traditional Water Puppet Show.

Nightlife:

  • Enjoy a classic Bia Hơi (fresh beer) on Ta Hien Street, Hanoi’s "Beer Street."
  • Drink at The Alchemist, a hidden speakeasy with craft cocktails.
  • Dance at Hero Club, Hanoi’s top nightclub for electronic music.

Best Experience: Bar-hopping in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, where every alley has a surprise.

Day 10: Ha Long Bay – Sunset Cruises & Night Relaxation

Where? Northern Vietnam
Daytime Activities:

  • Take an overnight Ha Long Bay cruise, sailing past towering limestone karsts.
  • Kayak through hidden caves and emerald waters.
  • Enjoy a seafood buffet on the boat.

Nightlife:

  • Sip wine on the cruise deck under the stars.
  • Experience a floating bar party, dancing on the deck with other travelers.
  • Join a late-night squid fishing excursion.

Best Experience: A sunset cocktail cruise surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

Top 5 Best Destinations for Nightlife in Vietnam

⭐ Where? South-Central Vietnam

  • Visit Sailing Club, Nha Trang’s most famous beachfront party destination.
  • Enjoy underground house music at Skylight Rooftop Club.
  • Take part in bar-hopping tours along Tran Phu Street, home to the city’s best nightlife.

Best Experience: Dancing barefoot on the sand at a beachfront nightclub.

⭐ Where? Central Vietnam

  • Experience a more relaxed, cultural nightlife by the Thu Bon River.
  • Enjoy live music and cocktails at Mango Mango or Q Bar.
  • Visit Hoi An Night Market, glowing with lanterns and food stalls.

⭐ Best Experience: Sipping cocktails while watching the lantern-lit boats drift by.

⭐ Where? Northern Vietnam

  • Party on a Ha Long Bay overnight cruise, with music and drinks under the stars.
  • Visit Bai Chay Night Market, offering seafood feasts and souvenirs.
  • Try rooftop bars in Ha Long City, with views of the bay’s iconic limestone formations.

⭐ Best Experience: A sunset cruise party with live DJ and cocktails on the deck.

⭐ Where? Central Vietnam

  • Sip on cocktails at Secret Lounge, a hidden rooftop bar with city views.
  • Enjoy live jazz and blues music at DMZ Bar or Brown Eyes Club.
  • Try Hue’s famous Salt Coffee (Cà Phê Muối) at night cafés.

Best Experience: Listening to live music while enjoying royal-style cocktails.

⭐ Where? South-Central Vietnam

  • Relax at Dragon Beach Bar, offering DJs and bonfire parties.
  • Visit Line Up Bar for a kitesurfing-friendly beach lounge experience.
  • Enjoy a late-night seafood BBQ on the beach.

Best Experience: Watching the moonlight reflect on the ocean while sipping a cocktail.

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