Find your perfect Provence bar, shortlisted by our local experts
Provence may not be the first place that comes to mind for wild nights out but along with many Mediterranean destinations, the hot climate forces people out onto the terraces late into the night creating a warm and friendly nightlife scene.
Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Provence Nightlife Guide.
The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.
This cosy 700 person capacity club is open from midnight until 6am and has free & paid evenings. Every Tuesday is ladies night where entry is free and drinks are free for ladies up until midnight. They play 70s & 80s classic hits on a Thursday night.
Keep an eye on their website or Facebook page for up dates on events and to find out which DJs are coming to town.
With a varied musical line-up, Bokao's combines good fun and great music.
Known for thier chic and trendy parties the club is now well established in the Avignon nightlife. as well as the night club, there is a restaurant and outdoor patio.
Open Thursday to Saturday each week from 23:30 until 06:00. Entry is quite strict.
The Ajmi has played host to numerous talented international Jazz artists, and the Ajmi is classed as one of the top 3 jazz venues in France and is located in the heart of Avignon next to the beautiful Palais des Papes.
Live concerts are held at least once a week and more over the summer months.
This bar is located in the centre of Saint Remy de Provence. It has a good selection of wines by the glass, as well as bottles and champagne. They even serve charcuterie and cheese plates.
Their staff is very knowledgeable, so don't be shy to ask them for suggestions. With a modern interior and a large terrace, this is a great place to enjoy a glass of local wine while nibbling on artisanal meat and cheese.
Open on Monday, 17:00-00:30, and Tuesday to Sunday 10:30-00:30.
This place is a bar, restaurant and tabac all rolled into one, on the side of the river in the centre of Isle de la Sorgue.
Situated close to the river, the restaurant is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Open from 6:30am until late.
Small wine bar situated in one of the cobbled streets of Avignon that hosts regular market stalls.
Live music and a good selcetion of local Provencal wines on offer. Has a great atmosphere!
The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.
There is a second room in the club where they have DJ's and a dance floor in a more typical night club style, where you can dance until dawn.
Free entry during the week. open from Tuesday to Saturday from 23:00 until 06:00.
This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
They serve a range of food here too, including tapas, salads and meat dishes.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 16:00 - 01:00, Friday: 16:00 - 02:00 & Saturday: 11:00 - 02:00