Valencia Nightlife
Valencia packs a serious punch after dark. The narrow streets of Barrio del Carmen is where most of the action takes place, but don't expect an early night, things pick up pace around midnight.
Other popular areas for nightlife include Avenida de Aragón, Plaza de Canovas, and the university zone of Avenida Blasco Ibáñez. In summer, the Paseo Neptuno at the beach and the new port are exceptionally lively, attracting the city's trendiest urbanites.
For updates on the city's hotspots, check out the free, English-language magazines Cool Carmen and 24/7 Valencia, visit the VLC website (www.visitvalencia.com), or pick up a copy of Eventos en Valencia from the tourist office.
Bars in Valencia
Barcode
Hip, sophisticated and friendly, this contemporary cocktail bar offers a creative drinks menu with plenty of twists - from cheesecake to watermelon. Mixologists are happy to whip up brand new concoctions to suit individual taste, while every drink is served with a pot of sweets on the side.
Address: , Carrer de l'Almirall Cadarso, 11, Valencia, 46005Telephone: +34 963 444 228.
Website: http://thebarcodebar.com
Sol i Lluna
A popular haunt with locals, this casual bar serves up simple, affordable menus of classic Spanish cocktails and tapas. Head for the terrace and enjoy a spread of treats like chorizo, tortilla and serrano ham paired with an oversized mojito - all for a fraction of the price tourist venues are charging one street over.
Address: , Calle Del Mar, 29, Valencia,Telephone: +34 963 921 015.
Website: http://www.solilluna.net
Urban Café
Close to the City of Arts and Sciences, this stylish lounge bar is well known for its live comedy shows and themed parties. It's a good spot for pre-party dinners and drinks, and events such as wine tastings. Cocktail classes are offered regularly.
Address: , Calle Antonio Sacramento, 13, Valencia, 46013Telephone: +34 695 949 994.
Website: http://www.urbancafevalencia.es
Clubs in Valencia
L'Umbracle
This sophisticated venue in the iconic Ciudad de las Artes y Ciencias, or City of Arts and Sciences, is open until dawn from Thursdays to Sundays in the summer. There's an outdoor terrace and a basement club, Mya, with three rooms playing electro, Latin and hip hip/r 'n b respectively.
Address: , Avinguda de l' Autopista del Saler, Valencia,Telephone: +34 661 68 00 68.
Website: http://umbracleterraza.com
Las Ánimas Puerto
Situated next to the Port of Valencia, this ultra-trendy club has excellent views over the beach and the ocean. Offering numerous dancefloors across different levels, Las Ánimas Puerto plays a mix of R&B, house and electronica, plus retro tunes from the 1970s and 80s.
Address: , Carrer d'Eugènia Viñes, 5, Valencia, 46011Telephone: +34 678 672 158.
Website: http://www.lasanimasdelpuerto.com
Radio City
Spacious and atmospheric, Radio City oozes character with its jumble of neon signs and comic strip-covered ceiling. A late-night bar, disco-club and music venue, this multi-purpose hotspot plays host to a diverse range of performances from theatrical acts to flamenco shows to emerging talent contests.
Address: , Carrer de Santa Teresa, 19, Valencia, 46001Telephone: +34 963 914 151.
Website: http://www.radiocityvalencia.com
Live music in Valencia
Café del Duende
Café del Duende specialises in flamenco music, with performances held here from Thursdays to Sundays. However, the range of entertainment on offer is constantly evolving, so expect everything from jazz to tango to bossa nova. On Sunday, there's poetry, storytelling or music from a local independent artist.
Address: , Carrer del Túria, 62, Valencia, 46008Telephone: +34 630 455 289.
Website: http://cafedelduende.com/en
Loco Club
Pulling together a musical programme that's brazen enough to sway between blues, jazz and rock, and soul, power pop and indie, Loco Club is an industrially styled bar that's often crammed to the gills with music lovers. Its monthly, new music showcase and flamenco night are among its most popular.
Address: , Carrer de l'Erudit Orellana, 12, Valencia, 46008Telephone: +34 963 518 521.
Website: http://www.lococlub.org
Wah Wah Club
Funky interiors and a laidback vibe make Wah Wah Club one of Valencia's most popular after dark spots. This lively music venue showcases upcoming Spanish bands and DJs, mainly in the alternative, electronic, rock and indie genres. Themed nights run regularly alongside a variety of drinks promotions.
Address: , Calle de Ramón Campoamor, 52, Valencia, 46022Telephone: +34 963 563 942.
Website: http://www.wahwahclub.es
