10 Best Clubs In New York City

• Location: 131 West, 3rd Street, Greenwich Village, NY 10012
• Music type: live jazz
• Price: $$$
• Why we recommend: this is one of the world's most iconic jazz clubs, and you're guaranteed to see some amazing performances. It's a pretty classy pick too, thanks to the intimate atmosphere and elegant drinks menu

One of the most famous jazz clubs in the world, Blue Note can be found in the heart of Greenwich Village. Since its opening in 1981, it has hosted performances by big names like Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Corea and Ray Charles, on a stage that lets you get right up close to the action.

Expect intimate interiors with low lighting and close-set tables, as well as a fully stocked bar serving up a range of creative cocktails. If you swing by a little earlier, they're serving a classic American food menu, or just head down to dance to the non-stop live music.

• Location: 168 Delancey Street, Lower East Side, NY 10002
• Music type: 90s, 00s and current pop hits
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: this late-night party venue gives you a choice between sipping cocktails at the bar, dancing to DJs in the basement or admiring the amazing views on the terrace, making for a varied night out

A multi-storey hub of nightlife, The Delancey Rooftop features a sleek bar, a basement lounge and an outdoor terrace filled with a tropical oasis of plants and palm trees. From here, you can get a great view of the Manhattan skyline, while sipping unique cocktails like the Lemon Drop Martini.

Downstairs, you'll find live music and DJ sets on a regular basis, with a spacious dancefloor to boot. They play a diverse range of music with a focus on pop, and it's open right through to 4am on weekends.

• Location: 156 W 56th Street, Midtown Manhattan, NY 10019
• Music type: jazz, swing, live music
• Price: $$$
• Why we recommend: this is a refined choice for anyone after a more distinguished night out, whether you fancy grooving to live jazz or relaxing with a cocktail and a cigar. The interiors are truly gorgeous too

One of the most luxurious New York City clubs, The Carnegie Club is a late-night cocktail and cigar lounge that oozes traditional charm. it flaunts 20-foot ceiling, a huge fireplace and hand-carved 18th-century bookcases, creating an elegant but warm feel.

It's one of the only places in the city where you can smoke cigars indoors, paired with single malt scotch or a classic cocktail. They're best known for their famous Sinatra Saturdays which has been running for more than two decades, featuring live music from Steven Maglio and the Stan Rubin 11-Piece Orchestra.

• Location: 98 Meserole Avenue, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY 11222
• Music type: house, techno, disco
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: you're bound to discover some great new artists here, in an edgy space that has been designed by and for music lovers

Housed in a former European-style discotheque, Good Room is a trendy club in Greenpoint that's only open on Fridays and Saturdays - until 4am. The spacious main room features a dedicated DJ booth and a huge dancefloor, with disco balls and balloons hanging from the steel ceiling.

Since 2014, it has been known as a pillar of New York's underground music scene, showcasing everything from house to techno, disco and more. For a more intimate experience, head to their Bad Room for more relaxed sets and chilled vibes.

• Location: 233 Butler Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217
• Music type: house, jazz, electronic
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: this versatile space offers music to suit all tastes, with up-and-coming new DJs showcasing their work, and the cocktails are impressive too

One of the most unique spots on our list, Public Records is a versatile venue that contains a hi-fi record bar, vegan cafe and nightclub all in one. Though it's more chilled out in the week, Fridays and Saturdays promise a 4am closing time and experimental DJ sets.

Expect a wide variety of music, with a focus on electronic, run by a team of creatives and music lovers. On the drinks menu? Quirky cocktails, made with ingredients like clarified orange, green tea cordial and spiced grenadine.

• Location: 315 W 44th Street, Midtown West, NY 10036
• Music type: live jazz
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: this legendary location is one of Manhattan's best jazz clubs, ideal for enjoying live music until late - as well as quirky cabaret performances

An iconic destination for jazz lovers, Birdland Jazz Club has been around since 1949 - named after saxophone legend Charlie 'Bird' Parker. They've hosted some seriously big acts over the years, from John Coltrane to Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis.

Today, they combine old-school charm with some more modern touches, with comfortable seating and warm lighting, with a large stage at the front of the room. Downstairs, you can also find a more intimate cabaret experience in the Birdland Theater.

• Location: 315 W 44th Street, Midtown West, NY 10036
• Music type: 80s, 90s, house, pop
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: it's not often that you get to party while looking out at the Empire State Building, and it's surprisingly affordable as well

Open until the early hours of the morning every single day, 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar is a stylish but affordable haunt that boasts views of the Empire State Building. It's got a huge outdoor terrace overlooking the whole city, as well as plenty of indoor space with chic grey interiors and panoramic windows.

Dance the night away to live DJ sets, and check out their themed parties too. They also serve a range of cocktails that are all less than $20, from a frozen mango margarita to a raspberry mojito or the 230 Sparkling Candy.

• Location: 112 West 25th Street, Midtown Manhattan, NY 10001
• Music type: EDM, house, pop, hip hop
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: this party haven offers a rotating lineup of DJs and live musicians, and we always find something new to love - from the rooftop views to the garden-themed decor

Spanning across the 38th and 39th floors of the Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel, Somewhere Nowhere is a vibrant club with a cool, garden-inspired interior. While admiring the views, you can party to live DJs playing on a raised central stage, surrounded by hanging plants.

There are a rotating lineup of DJs and musicians, with cutting-edge sound and lighting technology to boot. Sip killer cocktails at the bar, or you can even head to their rooftop pool in the summer. As for the music, it offers a wide variety - but it's particularly great if you're after hip hop clubs in New York City.

• Location: 112 West 25th Street, Midtown Manhattan, NY 10001
• Music type: house, techno, disco, indie
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: this cool micro club creates an intimate atmosphere where you can really get into the music, and the sound system is second to none

A high-end cocktail lounge and intimate club space that's hidden away on Chrystie Street, Outer Heaven was brought to life by by nightlife developer Jack Mulqueen and Montreal's Philip Hazan Design. The aesthetic is a combination of Japanese and Scandinavian decor, combining minimalism and functionality.

They're known for having potentially the best sound system per square foot in NYC, playing a mix of genres to appeal to a wide audience. You'll sometimes even find bartenders spinning vinyl between DJ sets - when they're not whipping up mezcal and sake concoctions, that is.

• Location: 505 E 6th Street, East Village, NY 10009
• Music type: Broadway, pop, hip hop
• Price: $$
• Why we recommend: everyone feels welcome at this LGBTQ+-friendly destination, and we love the vibrant mix of events that ensure a night out here is never boring

Co-owned by actor Alan Cumming and nightlife promoter Daniel Nardicio, Club Cumming is a diverse, welcoming nightclub in Manhattan's East Village. It began as a pop-up in Cumming's Broadway dressing room during his run in Cabaret, becoming a beloved permanent fixture in 2017.

The glamorous, maximalist space is filled with red velvet drapes, chandeliers, and disco balls, alongside murals painted by Cumming's husband. They host an eclectic mix of events, from drag shows to burlesque, cabaret, stand-up comedy and even impromptu Broadway performances. You can expect the odd surprise celebrity appearance too.