Joanna James
The marvellous metropolis of Colombo is fast becoming one of the most colourful and attractive cities in South-Asia, and once dusk falls, her nocturnal activities are just as colourful.
If you're looking for a nice relaxing drink by the beach then this one of the most lucrative spots in Colombo. With a vast selection of beverages both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, a wide variety of food, and attentive staff, The Shore By O! continues to attract a loyal group of patrons. The beach-side location, amidst iconic shore-front Colombo hotels such as Berjaya Hotel Colombo further adds to the charm of the establishment.
One of the most recognised clubs and pubs in Colombo, Clancy's entertains her guests with live music every day of the week, with a DJ taking over later on into the night. Featuring a wide-variety of drinks and culinary delights, Clancy's is sure to keep you entertained till the break of dawn.
One of the newest to Sri Lanka's nightlife, Shamrock is a part-club/part-lounge establishment in the heart of Colombo. With a distinctly Irish premise, Shamrock has immediately attracted a host of patrons with its unique premise and varied and iconic assortment of beverages and bold-choices on food selection.
Boasting the first ever multi-coloured laser-lighting system in Sri Lanka, the night-club in Kama creates a captivating platform for its guests to enjoy their night-time party experience.
If you prefer acoustic tunes over electronic beats then Inn on the Green might a great choice for you. A pub that is known for its strong take on English cuisine and emphasis on acoustic acts taking the stage in an open-mic setting, Inn on the Green creates an atmosphere that is calm and vibrant.
One of the newest additions to the night-club scene in Sri Lanka is the very popular Clique. Despite being a night-club at hear, Clique stands out from the crowd with a wide assortment of musical acts ranging from 90s Jams leading to EDM later in the night, to acoustic performances taking place on weekday evenings. The ambience of Clique is a unique blend of retro-futuristic with drop-chandeliers paired with furniture with an 80's futuristic flair.
Despite what the name might suggest, this establishment is a pub that serves notoriously popular food in addition to a delightful selection of cocktails and beverages. The theme of the establishment is of course Cricket, and contains a host of memorabilia that delights anyone with an interest in the sport. The items on the menu are also named after various Cricket-related terminology.
When it comes to dance and decoration in one package, SiLK is considered the best of its kind in Colombo. SiLK is essence is a nightclub and on peak-days has the usual selection of electronic dancing tunes blasting at full volume for a full-house. When it comes to dance, this establishment has Salsa nights on Thursdays where some of Colombo's finest dancers gather to indulge in Salsa as well as Bachata, Merengue and Zouk.
These are but a few of the many delightful nocturnal activities and establishments Colombo has to offer, you never know what you might discover in this tropical metropolis.
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