Formerly known as Bombay, the city of Mumbai boasts a rich and varied nightlife scene that is just waiting to be discovered. People who want to get a real feel for the city should spend time exploring Mumbai by night as this is when the mighty metropolis really comes to life.

Mumbai is one of the few Indian cities that never sleep and visitors who are in search of evening entertainment will never have to look far. One of the most vibrant districts to explore after dark is Chowpatty Beach. Here visitors will find plenty of interesting bars and colourful cabarets and the fun often spills over onto the nearby Colaba Causeway.

Visitors to Mumbai that really want to let their hair down should check out Juhu Beach. The discos here are open to both local people and travellers alike, while Juhu Beach also boasts some of the trendiest pubs in the whole city.

People who want to strut their stuff on the dance floor will really be spoiled for choice in Mumbai. One of the most popular clubs is Copa Cobano, which pumps out Latin music long into the night, while the Taj Mahal Intercontinental is also a great place to shake a tail feather.

Mumbai is famous for its theatre scene, and this city boasts the world’s largest movie industry. Visitors should take time to watch a Bollywood film at one of the large air conditioned cinemas that can be found scattered throughout Mumbai. Going to the cinema in India is a real event, and visitors are sure to get caught up in the magic as members of the audience cheer on their heroes and boo every time the villains appear.

There are also plenty of opportunities to watch live theatrical performances in Mumbai and listen to live music. Most of the largest restaurants and hotels located in the main tourist areas often stage performances to draw in the crowds, while open air performances are regularly held throughout the year in Mumbai’s large and leafy parks.

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