Orlando · Orange County, FL

Nightlife in Orlando

Scout analyzed 150 Orlando places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

150

Matches

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Complete outings

Live Music Evening at The Plaza Live

Pair a spirited tapas dinner with a night of live performance at one of Orlando's most storied mid-century music landmarks. After the final encore, take a tranquil lakeside walk to admire the lit fountain skyline.

Evening Arcade Fun & Rooftop Bites on International Drive

Dive into a nostalgic evening of arcade games on International Drive, immersing yourself in classic and modern electronic entertainment. Afterward, indulge in flavorful tapas and creative cocktails at a lively venue before unwinding with panoramic views from a rooftop bar.

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Central Business District

7 matching spots

Park Lake/Highland

2 matching spots

Florida Center

1 matching spots

Parramore

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Central Business District

The Boheme

The Boheme is a refined restaurant suitable for an evening date or special occasion dinner. Expect to spend $75-150 per person for classic European-inspired meals and specialty cocktails. Reservations are recommended.

FoodCocktailsViews

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Bocas Grill Orlando

Bocas Grill is suitable for a casual meal with family or friends, offering Latin American food on a patio. Expect to spend an hour and around $20-45 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$20–$45 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Park Lake/Highland

Santiago's Bodega

Santiago's Bodega is ideal for an evening out, offering global small plates and sangria. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-60 per person for food and drinks. It pairs well with a pre-dinner drink elsewhere or a post-dinner stroll.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Business District

The Patio

The Patio is a lively nightclub best suited for a late-night outing with drinks and dancing. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person over a few hours and consider it for a fun end to an evening.

CocktailsLive musicOutdoors

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

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The Alley

Visit The Alley for live blues and a relaxed atmosphere. Expect to spend 2-3 hours enjoying drinks and music, costing roughly $15-40 per person. It pairs well as a main evening event or a lively stop after dinner.

CocktailsLive musicArts

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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The Barn in Sanford

The Barn is a lively night club best for a girls' night or weekend adventure, featuring live entertainment and line dancing. Expect to spend a few hours and around $30-$75 per person on drinks and cover.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Florida Center

Bar 17 Bistro

This rooftop bar is good for evening cocktails and international snacks, especially on weekends with DJs. It's a prime spot for a date or girls' night out, costing around $35-75 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Blue Martini Lounge Pointe Orlando

This lounge bar is suitable for an evening out with cocktails, tapas, and live music, potentially as part of a date or girls' night. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and between $50-$150 per person.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Business District

Bosendorfer Lounge

This upscale hotel lounge is a good spot for a date night or special occasion, offering cocktails, light fare, and live piano music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Tin Roof

Tin Roof is a good spot for a casual evening out with live music and pub food, ideal for pairing with other entertainment in the International Drive area. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Parramore

One80 Skytop Lounge

One80 Skytop Lounge is a rooftop bar for evening cocktails with a view, often a pre-dinner or post-dinner stop. Expect to spend $50-$150 per person for drinks and potentially bottle service.

CocktailsViewsSocial

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Nightlife

Tom's Watch Bar- Sky Bar

Tom's Watch Bar Sky Bar is a good spot for a casual evening out to catch a game, likely pairing well with dinner beforehand or as the main event. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person on drinks and pub fare.

CocktailsSportsFood

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Business District

The Social

The Social is an intimate indie club perfect for catching live bands with friends or solo, especially on weekends. Expect to spend $25-75 per person on drinks and cover, and plan for 3-4 hours.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Central Business District

Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge is suitable for a post-dinner date night or a lively girls' night out. Expect to spend $30-$150 per person over a couple of hours, enjoying drinks and the rooftop ambiance.

CocktailsLive musicViews

$30–$150 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Park Lake/Highland

Will's Pub

Will's Pub is a casual spot for live indie music and drinks, often pairing well with a nearby dinner. Expect to spend a couple of hours and around $15-40 per person for drinks and possibly some bar food.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Howl at the Moon Orlando

Howl at the Moon is a high-energy bar for an evening of live music and drinks, best for groups or couples. Expect to spend $40-80 per person on drinks and stay for a few hours of entertainment.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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Bar Helios

Bar Helios is suitable for an evening outing with drinks and possibly dinner. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-75 per person. It's often paired with other night activities in the area.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Business District

Bellhop

Bellhop is a good spot for a pre-dinner drink or a nightcap, offering craft cocktails and light bites. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-70 per person, fitting well into a downtown Orlando evening.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Central Business District

AC Sky Bar

This rooftop bar is good for an upscale evening out, offering cocktails and small plates with city views. Expect to spend $35-75 per person for about 1.5 hours.

CocktailsFoodViews

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking