11èME ARRONDISSEMENT. For the early birds: The Barrio Latino closes at 2am, but offers a lot of bang for your buck. This is one of the friendlier joints in Paris ­ the city that bites back. Wrought-iron ceilings and velvet sofas greet an eclectic mix from students to office workers. Those who simply came for a drink may find themselves drawn onto the dance floor by its relaxed atmosphere. METRO: Bastille#13;#10;

13èME ARRONDISSEMENT. Add a little novelty to your nighttime pursuits at this funky club, which is set on a barge moored on the Seine. Trance, house and techno tunes are spun by world-famous DJs; during the week, patrons are treated to jazz bands and other live performers as well. The dance floor gets lots of action down below, and several bars take care of liquid refreshment. However, great music draws great crowds, especially on weekends, so be prepared for a wait. METRO: Quai de la Gare (line 6), Bibliothèque F. Mitterrand (line 14)

9��ME ARRONDISSEMENT. Formerly THE place of yéyé music... this place has kept a 1960's look. This trendy dance club in the heart of Pigalle spins to a range of musical styles (disco, rap, R&B, soul, funk). It's a great place to people-watch. METRO: Blanche (line 2), Pigalle (lines 2, 12), or Saint George (line 12)

18èME ARRONDISSEMENT. Add a little spice to your life by visiting Elysée Montmartre and experiencing one of their live music shows! The place is beautiful, at human scale, located in a building from the 19th century. From salsa to reggae nights, the club offers top music events, and crowds are always vivacious. You'll even get the chance to see new bands in the making or confirm your fondness for popular French bands who frequent the stage. METRO: Anvers (line 2)

11èME ARRONDISSEMENT. This chic bar always plays the hottest music in a trendy environment. Cushions everywhere: orange, brown and violet tones ­ it feels like being in 1001 Nights! It attracts mostly a young crowd and is always bursting with energy. It's definitely not the place to go if you want to relax with a drink and some quiet conversation. An unforgettable experience! Traditional Moroccan food is served in the restaurant. METRO: Ledru-Rollin, Faidherbe-Chaligny (line 8)