London is known for having some of the best nightlife in the world, and a large part of its reputation comes from the way in which its nightlife options are so wonderfully diverse. From classic British pubs to sleek cocktail bars to high-end nightclubs, London‘s nightlife is one-of-a-kind, just like the city itself.

Sophisticated Cocktail Bars
London is home to some innovative cocktail bars, each serving up incredible drinks that guarantee to dazzle each of your senses. White Lyan in Hoxton focuses on unusual ingredients, from their blackcurrant paint to their electric stonefruit brandy, resulting in cocktails unlike anything you have ever tasted. The Experimental Cocktail Club in Chinatown is a hidden speakeasy-style bar, and uses a variety of vintage spirits in their concoctions, while the Beaufort Bar at the Savoy specializes in bubbly champagne cocktails. The Connaught Bar is a classic London icon and features an extensive martini menu, as well as drinks made tableside, while Oskar’s Bar in Fitzrovia is another that focuses on innovative drinks, using beer and cider as a base for many of their creations.

Dance the Night Away
Some of the most iconic and notorious nightclubs in the world can be found in London, ideal for when you just want to let loose and enjoy a wild night on the town. Fabric is one of the city’s landmark clubs, as is the Ministry of Sound, with both of them being an absolute must for any dance music fans out there. Egg London is another one of the larger clubs in the city and now has a 24-hour license, striking a great balance between a style and warehouse raving. For a tropically upscale club, head to Mahiki, which is a known favorite amongst British royalty, while Funky Buddha is a central London club that oozes Eastern charm. Chakana in Marylebone is a favorite with celebrities, with everyone from the likes of David Beckham to Pixie Geldoff being spotted here, as is Boujis, which is an extremely exclusive private members club that always has a line of paparazzi waiting outside.

Classy Pubs
Pubs are a strong part of British culture, and London definitely has no shortage of them. In central London, Counting House, which is an old Victorian bank that has been converted into a pub, is always popular due to its elegance and ornateness, while the Ape & Bird is a gorgeous stripped down drinking den that is well stocked with Italian liqueur. Bradley’s Spanish Bar is more pub than bar, and while it may seem unassuming, their Spanish wines really stand out, while Harp, situated in vibrant Covent Garden, is an award-winning pub that remains open well into the night.

Whether you are looking for a quiet pub to enjoy some local beers, a stylish bar to try out some exciting cocktails, or a sprawling nightclub to lose yourself in as you dance the night away, London will definitely not disappoint. No matter what you may be after, each of the city’s neighborhoods will be able to provide this in their own way, and it will not be long before you too fall in love with the nightlife scene that this historic city has to offer.