Nightlife in Dubai
Like most cities, Dubai is more vibrant during the night. There are a host of nightclubs to choose from depending on what you’re looking for. However, tourists should remember that Dubai is an Islamic city. Thus, there are strict laws governing its nightlife. Liquor is not easily available in Dubai. There is a liquor permit issued for residence visa holders. If you are a visitor you will have to go to a nightclub or to a bar in a hotel to get liquor. Liquor is expensive in Dubai, especially in nightclubs and hotels. It would be best to buy liquor from the Duty Free shop at the Dubai Airport. There are no bars due to religious reasons. If drinking is a vital part of your routine then you will have to conjure up ways to get alcohol.
Cover charge is almost inevitable in any night club. It comes up to AED 50-100 for normal entry which sometimes includes a drink or two. In most clubs the entry for women in free. Certain clubs also have free entry on weeknights. On DJ nights the entry charges are around AED 100 – 200.
Like most countries entry for women and couples are hassle free. During the holy month of Ramadan you may be asked what religion you are. Muslims will be requested not to enter Dubai nightclubs and bars. Some of the popular clubs in Dubai are
- 360° located in the Jumeirah Beach Hotel.
- Scarlette which is located at Emirates Towers.
- Sho Cho in Jumeirah Beach Road is known for its music.
- Zinc loacted in the Crown Plaza Dubai has stand up comedy as an entertainment solution.
- Barasti Bar at the Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Resort.
- Buddha Bar in Grosvenor house.
Night clubs are allowed to function till 3 A.M., beyond which strict penalties are imposed. The Clubs also follow a strict dress code. Girls can pretty much get away with anything they wear. Men are supposed to wear formal shoes and shorts are not allowed. The weekend starts on Thursday so the clubs are bustling with people on this day. Dubai is considered one of the best and safest cities for partying, Extravagant yet classy!