São Paulo
A laidback indie bar along Rua da Consolação awash in religious imagery and other creative paraphernalia, and often features DJs.
Must-see nightlife in South America
Rio de Janeiro
A neighborhood crowd gathers over chope (draft beer) and salgados (snacks) in the evenings at this low-key spot.
Sucre
Often the end point for bar crawls, this karaoke bar is for those who like the sound of their own voice, even if others don’t.
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
For a night of live music and dancing head to Mirapampa in the Meridiano V neighborhood, a 10-minute taxi ride from the center.
Guayaquil
At the foot of the hill, the atmospheric Diva Nicotina draws a festive young crowd who pack the house when there's live music.
Quito
Scottish-owned pub serving decent craft beer and pub grub. There's also table football, a pool table and occasional bands.
Rio de Janeiro
Inaugurated in 1887, this saloon and dining spot serves refreshing brews, with sausages and other filling snacks to match.
Leticia
A good spot for a relaxed beer on the terrace once the sun is setting; there's also dancing inside later and on weekends.
Bahia
A pretty coffee stand with a few tables on the main square across from the cathedral. Hours can be a bit unpredictable.
Northern Patagonia
Wake up happy with the espresso drinks from this tiny plaza-front cafe, also serving juices, cakes and grilled cheeses.
Foz do Iguaçu
This buzzy and friendly staple has a big terrace, well-poured chopp (beer) and a menu of pizza and other food.
Morro de São Paulo
Head over to this beach bar on secluded Quarta Praia to have some cocktails or beers while the waves lap at your feet.
Asunción
A jumping disco-bar where the young and the restless party to techno and house tunes until the sun comes up.
Medellín
A shopping mall that has been converted into a nightlife zone with a collection of high-end bars and discos.
Bolivia
This is three discos in one. Pick your music to dance to, from pop and electronic to Bolivian traditional.
Asunción
Draught-only craft-beer bar selling inventive, locally brewed beers. A very lively place to sample brews.
The Amazon
In a park off the main plaza, this kiosk is a popular watering hole for Xapuri’s young and restless.
French Guiana
A popular nightspot with a young, mixed clientele getting down to reggaeton and other Caribbean music.
São Paulo
Fight the local boys for an outdoor table at this cozy and very gay branch of a classic Sampa café.
The Amazon
One of several bars and restaurants clustered around this corner, drawing a mixed crowd most nights.
French Guiana
A fun (if rules-heavy) spot with live music and theme nights, such as jazz, salsa and rockabilly.
Central Highlands
This cozy two-story bar is perfect for quietly conspiring in a corner. It’s one of our faves.
Northern Patagonia
This small brewpub is a good place to grab a late-night pizza and quaff some decent local beer.
Paramaribo
Dance the night away with techno downstairs and salsa upstairs. Wednesday is the biggest night.
Paraguay
Who doesn't enjoy a good Irish pub when they're on their travels? Loud music, nice cocktails.
Bariloche & the Lake District
This venue doubles as a disco on Friday nights and often has live music on Saturday nights.
Manizales
Watch seniors dance at this old-style tango bar on the 'Calle del Tango.' Wear dress shoes.
Manizales
An old-style tango bar popular with an older crowd. You'll need dress shoes to get in.
Manizales
A fun basement salsa joint with plenty of comfortable seating and a large dance floor.
Paramaribo
The night begins at Café-Bar 't Vat, an outdoor bar-cafe with occasional live music.
Centro & the Mainland
A GLS (Gays, Lesbians and Sympathetics) dive catering to a 20-something crowd.
Rio de Janeiro
In a lively stretch of Botafogo, O Plebeu is a welcoming, open-sided two-story bar with tables spilling onto the sidewalk and a 2nd-floor balcony…
Brazil
Part store, part bar, this small craft-beer emporium doesn't have a lot of local flavor but does stock more than 170 artisanal beers by the bottle (50 or…
Rio de Janeiro
Set in a restored colonial building near Praça Mauá, Jazz In draws a buzzing crowd that mingles among the art-covered walls, sipping bubbly (champagne and…
São Paulo
This mainstream craft-beer choice is set on a prime corner near the beginning of trendy Rua dos Pinheiros. Don't expect a lot of knowledge from the staff,…
Puno
This rock and reggae travelers’ haunt is usually buzzing. The enthusiastic young staff all dream of being DJs someday, and relaxed service lives up to the…
