Nightlife in Egypt

A psychedelic cliffside terrace of cushions and lanterns tumbling down toward the sea — Sharm's most magical sunset spot.

El Gouna's glamorous yacht harbour, lined with chic boutiques, waterfront restaurants and a buzzing après-beach scene.

An elegant Arabesque waterfront of arcaded shops and restaurants wrapped around a deep-water yacht harbour.

A British-style sports pub in Hurghada showing live matches alongside pub food and draught beer.

A colourful cocktail bar in Hurghada popular for its laid-back vibe and creative drinks.

Easygoing bar serving drinks in a laid-back atmosphere, a well-liked spot for an evening out in the oasis.

Beachside restaurant and bar with a casual seaside vibe, a relaxed spot for daytime meals and sunset drinks.

Restaurant and lounge bar at Port Ghalib serving Egyptian and international dishes with a sociable evening vibe.

Laid-back beach bar and grill on the Hurghada coast, serving drinks and food with direct sea views.

Lively grill restaurant in Luxor serving Egyptian kebabs and mezze, popular for evening dining along the river.

Open-air Cairo nightlife venue and club drawing crowds for music, drinks and an energetic evening scene.

Terrace restaurant and lounge in Cairo offering an open-air setting for evening dining, drinks and music.

A lounge bar in Hurghada serving cocktails and shisha in a relaxed evening atmosphere.

Stylish lounge bar serving cocktails and shisha with a relaxed ambience, a favourite for evening drinks.

A lively sports bar in New Cairo with screens for live games, drinks and an easygoing crowd.

Easygoing bar and restaurant serving food and drinks in a friendly, informal setting good for unwinding.

A lively waterfront bar and restaurant in Hurghada known for sea views, drinks and a casual evening crowd.

Beachside restaurant and evening venue near Hurghada combining dining with a lively coastal nightlife vibe.

A members-style lakeside club in New Cairo offering dining, drinks and waterfront leisure in a relaxed setting.

Quirky Luxor restaurant with Japanese izakaya-style dishes and a sociable atmosphere, a change of pace from local fare.

Long-established English-style pub in Luxor, a relaxed expat and traveler haunt for drinks and pub meals.

Traditional English-style pub serving drinks and pub fare in a convivial atmosphere, a relaxed spot for an evening out.

Rooftop bar and grill in Cairo combining cocktails and dining with sweeping views over the city skyline.

Restaurant and social venue with a lively atmosphere, popular for food, drinks and evening gatherings.

Casual pub in the Hurghada area popular for drinks, sports screenings and a relaxed evening atmosphere.

Lively rooftop bar and grill blending drinks, food and views, a popular spot for an evening out in the area.

A waterfront seafood restaurant in Dahab serving fresh fish with views over the bay.

Casual pub and restaurant in Luxor pairing international comfort food with drinks in a laid-back evening setting.

A breezy white-canopied lounge at the northern tip of Zamalek where Cairo unwinds over shisha and mezze on the Nile.

A polished open-air entertainment plaza with a dancing fountain, ice bar, bowling and dozens of restaurants.

A polished yacht-lined boardwalk of waterfront restaurants and bars that becomes the town's nightlife epicentre.

A chic Balinese-style beach club with overwater daybeds, sunset cocktails and house DJs spinning into the night.

A glamorous beach club at Cook's Bay blending world cuisine, sunset DJs and the signature Buddha-Bar lounge sound.

After dark the colossi become a projection screen for the saga of Ramesses, narrated under a Nubian sky of stars.

Beachfront café and kite-surfing club in Port Said, a breezy spot for water sports, drinks and sea views.

Rooftop dining venue at the Windsor Palace Hotel offering evening meals with panoramic views of Alexandria's bay.

Rooftop restaurant and lounge atop a landmark hotel, serving food and drinks alongside panoramic city and sea views.

Rooftop restaurant atop the Windsor Palace Hotel, offering open-air dining with panoramic views over the city.

A rooftop restaurant atop a coastal hotel, offering dining and drinks with views over the Red Sea.

A casual restaurant in Aswan popular for grilled chicken and Egyptian comfort food.

A beach bar and lounge offering daytime swimming and evening drinks by the sea.

A laid-back bar and restaurant in New Cairo, popular for drinks and casual dining in a social atmosphere.

Lounge and bar offering cocktails and a laid-back evening atmosphere, a popular spot for drinks after dark.

Cosy pub pouring drinks in a relaxed, convivial setting, a dependable pick for casual evenings and after-dark gatherings.

A cosy pub in New Cairo serving drinks and pub fare, a reliable choice for a relaxed evening out.

Night club and bar in Fayoum offering a livelier evening scene in the otherwise tranquil oasis region.

A New Cairo night-club and bar offering late-night drinks, music and a sociable nightlife scene.

Relaxed neighbourhood bar serving drinks in an informal setting, a low-key option for a casual night out.