The 6 Best Things to do at Night in Los Angeles

THE COLONY

Stop by to enjoy the “Hamptons meets Hollywood” vibe of The Colony, with wooden decking, a hammock-covered pool and cabana-style seating giving the venue a real beach-house feel. Boogie on the spacious open-air dance floor.

THE CONGA ROOM

Being co-owned by Jennifer Lopez bodes well for this salsa nightclub studded with artwork by Hispanic artists.

Guests can dance to live bands four nights a week, and after they’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy fusion Latin dishes like cilantro and jalapeño marinated shrimp with plantain chips at the onsite, red-chandeliered restaurant Boca.

THE ROXY THEATRE

This legendary nightclub opened in the 1970s and remains one of the best places to see live bands.

Alternating between big-name bands like the Foo Fighters and local bands, the club has one of the best sound systems on the strip.

HYDE LOUNGE HOLLY WOOD

This low-key chic bar attracts big names and a party crowd.

DJs spin from 10pm, cocktails flow and the bar features a range of light eats including sushi.

SKYBAR

Boasting some of the finest views of Los Angeles, Skybar at the Mondrian is still one of most exclusive poolside bars where A-list celebs mingle with the young and beautiful of Los Angeles until the early hours of the morning.

Redesigned as the ultimate L. A. lounge by Tim Andreas of Banjo, it appears to almost float in the clouds with an open-air hut that sparkles with custom-designed furniture.

SPOT 5750

Formerly known as Hollywood Billiard, this sports bar was refurbished and updated in 2010.

It reopened its doors in November 2010 and features several pool tables, televised games and an arcade. You can book a lesson with a professional pool player to give you some pointers.