Damascus nightlife scene?

Question

I'll be in Damascus for two months starting soon, and I'm wondering what the nightlife is like. Any must-visit spots or areas for evening fun?

aryanm · Answer

honestly damascus nightlife is pretty low key compared to beirut or amman, but there's still stuff going on. the old city has a few hidden bars like narjiss cafe near bab touma, they do decent drinks and sometimes live music, but it's more of a chill hangout than a club scene. if u want something livelier, head to abu rummaneh or malki, there's a spot called the vault that gets busy on weekends, but cover charge is like 20k syrian pounds last time i checked. just keep in mind things wrap up early here, most places close by midnight or 1am

rosemarie · Answer

The scene shifts a bit depending on the season, but since you're staying for two months you'll get a feel for it. If you're into something more social than a quiet bar, check out Leila's in the old city near the Umayyad Mosque, they have a rooftop that gets going in the evenings with shisha and a younger crowd. For a proper night out, head to the Four Seasons hotel bar on Shukri al-Quwatli Street, it's pricier but stays open later than most places and has a decent view of the city. Just be aware that Friday nights are quieter since it's the start of the weekend here, so Thursday is really the big night out.

maikelemke · Answer

yeah the existing replies are spot on about it being low-key. one thing i'd add is that a lot of the fun happens in people's homes or private apartments, it's a very social city where you get invited to things. if ur looking for something a bit different, check out the damascus opera house or the french institute, they sometimes have evening events or concerts that run late. also for a drink with a view, the semiramis hotel bar on baramkeh street is solid, bit touristy but the balcony overlooks the city and they're open till like 2am on weekends

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