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The Best Nightlife in Las Vegas: Editor's Top 10

Our Editor's Top 10 list for The Best Nightlife in Las Vegas helps you decide where you want to go. Editor's Top 10 lists offer selections from our editors that help you plan your travel based on your lifestyle, entertainment, sightseeing, or recreation options.

When the sun goes down, things begin to heat up in Las Vegas - especially at these hot spots where it is chic to see and be seen. Check out our picks for the best night clubs in Sin City.

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1. Studio 54
MGM Grand, 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
This multilevel nightspot with multiple dance floors pays homage to its New York namesake with disco early in the night, but then switches to dance and hip-hop at midnight. An impressive light-and-sound system is coupled with aerialists and confetti drops. Tuesday-Saturday from 10 pm. Dress code enforced. Women pay no cover (except for special events and concerts); men pay US$10 Tuesday-Thursday,... Read Entire Review »
2. Gipsy/Piranha/8 1/2
4633 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
Three distinct venues in one: a dance club, lounge and show bar catering to a young gay and lesbian crowd. State-of-the-art light and sound. Nightly from 10. Must be 21 or older. Cover varies. Cash only. 4633 Paradise Road (1.5 mi/2.5 km east of the Strip), Las Vegas. Phone 702-731-1919. http://www.gipsylv.net.... Read Entire Review »
3. Body English
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 4455 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
This very hip spot is generally full of beautiful people dancing to hip-hop and techno music. Those who prefer not to dance can enjoy a drink and try to spot visiting celebrities. Go prepared to stand-tables are generally roped off and reserved for those who have paid exorbitant fees in advance. Wednesday and Friday-Sunday 10:30 pm-4 am. US$30 cover charge for men, US$20 for women, local women fre... Read Entire Review »
4. Rain
The Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
Drawing heavily from the MTV-party set, this club packs them in, and if you're not on one of the higher VIP levels, things can get very intimate-even just standing beside the bar. Fire and water effects circle the small dance floor, but most people are there to be seen, not to dance. The music of choice is house, techno, hip-hop with some occasional funk. The club's liquid theme is executed in suc... Read Entire Review »
5. Tabu
MGM Grand, 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
MGM's alluring lounge offers bottle service, plus staff members who literally become fashion models on Wednesday nights. A variety of rooms, award-winning lighting effects and tables large enough to substitute as dance floors. Thursday-Monday from 10 pm. Fashionable attire required. Cover charge $15 for men. Women free. MGM Grand, 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas. Phone 702-891-7183. http://www.... Read Entire Review »
6. Drai's
3595 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Center Strip (at Flamingo), Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
After midnight, the dinner tables disappear, and house music and progressive trance pound the speakers until dawn. Very popular for twenty- and thirtysomethings. Expect long lines and an hour's wait after 3 am. Thursday-Sunday 1 am-close. Strict dress code: no hats, athletic wear, baggy clothes or excessive jewelry. US$20 for ladies, US$30 for men. 3595 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Center Strip (at Flaming... Read Entire Review »
7. Risque
Paris Las Vegas, 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Center Strip, Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
This ultralounge resembles a cross between nightclub and lounge. Dance to house, techno, R&B and dance tunes, or just stand around and take in the view. The club overlooks the Strip, with private balconies that can accommodate two to eight guests and a quiet VIP lounge. Sunday features burlesque performances by the Vamps Girlie Revue. Bottle service available. Friday and Saturday from 11 pm. Dress... Read Entire Review »
8. Moon
4321 West Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
Affiliated with the Playboy Club, also at the Palms, Moon's tight dance floor encourages patrons to dance on the tables. The Palms is a hot spot for the younger crowd with a heavy dose of celebrity patronage. The retractable roof and outside deck encourage partygoers to let loose and howl at the moon. Tuesday and Thursday-Sunday from 10:30 pm. Strict dress code: no baseball hats, flip-flops, short... Read Entire Review »
9. Poetry
3500 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Suite L3, South Strip, Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
Hip-hop heaven, Poetry combines words and music into a uniquely intellectual party scene. Thursday night from 9:30 features a Poetry Battle of the Sexes (US$5). Friday night from 9:30, catch a comedy jam. All hip-hop all night long, Poetry attracts visiting celebrities and athletes who go to dance as well as catch live performers on stage. Thursday-Sunday 10 pm-4 am. Dress code enforced. Price var... Read Entire Review »
10. Krave
3667 Las Vegas Blvd. S., South Strip, Las Vegas, Nevada
See & Do - Nightlife - Dance & Nightclubs
The first alternative-lifestyle club on the Strip (or just off it), Krave is a combination dance club, theater and lounge. Floor shows, special events, theme nights, live bands, DJs, karaoke, light shows-this club does it all. Late-night dining is also an option at E.A.T., 6 pm-8 am. Nightclub Thursday-Sunday from 8 pm. US$20 cover, US$10 for members. 3667 Las Vegas Blvd. S., South Strip (Located... Read Entire Review »