Antananarivo
Tana’s most exclusive (and expensive) bar turns from bar-lounge during the day to nightclub–DJ platform as the night draws in; there are regular parties…
Must-see nightlife in Madagascar
Southern Madagascar
To really enter the local scene in all its shadiness, attend the gem dealers’ party starting at 1am every Friday night at Color Line’s adjacent bar, known…
Nosy Be
This is Nosy Be’s favourite nightclub, located at the end of the village on the road to Madirokely. It’s the place to be seen in the evenings – popular…
Antananarivo
This long-standing bar is a firm favourite among locals, expats and tourists alike for anything from a morning coffee to evening drinks or a night out (it…
Antananarivo
This cool traveller hang-out is a fun bar to pass the night, but keep an eye out for live music many nights at 7pm when local musicians take to the small…
Nosy Be
La Sirène draws the crowds on the nights of the week when Ambatoloaka's other disco, Djembe Disco, is closed.
Antananarivo
The clientele in this trendy bar can be a little seedy. It's a shame because the graffiti decor is fun and the music will have you on your feet.
Antananarivo
Tana’s biggest, flashiest club space, with modern design, has a DJ spinning recent tunes from the lofty winged booth above the dance floor.
Nosy Be
Spilling onto the street, the Ankoay (ank-way) is Hell-Ville's most popular bar. Inside a shopping gallery, it's done up like the interior of a ship with…
Nosy Be
This lively bar is very popular with local vazaha (foreigners) and young Malagasy women. For all that, it’s not a creepy place. There's live music every…
Northern Madagascar
Just the place to kick back with a cold beer, String Bar is an atmospheric place with a great sea view. It does food, too, particularly good chips. Ask…
Northern Madagascar
Sambava's only nightclub has plenty of uses: DJs host parties at weekends, it shows soccer matches and hosts beauty pageants. It's the place to be – dress…
Nosy Be
Next to the hotel of the same name, this large bar has great views of the hillside. It's a good place for a beer.
Northern Madagascar
This place rocks on weekends with karaoke, slot machines and the occasional live music or DJ.
