A post-party venue in Miami’s historic area of Little Havana, Sidebar is at the heart of the growing nightlife scene on Calle Ocho. This bar and music spot has an eclectic modern vibe with live performances and catchy tracks playing until the early hours.

Play darts, bingo and other boardgames while enjoying a moscow mule at Blackbird. This local, fuss-free bar offers great music and an outdoor patio attracting a young artistic crowd from all over town.

Bringing you some of the best techno beats and DJs from today’s contemporary music scene, Treehouse is a sure bet for anyone seeking slamming tunes and a big night out. Be sure to buy tickets if there’s a big-name performing and you’re guaranteed a mischievous (and very late) night.

While this two-storey music venue is a popular spot for the underground music aficionados, the Electric Pickle Company still manages to create an intimate party scene. Best known for their techno, with DJ regulars include Wolf + Lamb, Soul Clap and Nick Monaco, almost any night at Electric Pickle is a success.

The hip-hop and R&B music scene is particularly strong in Miami and Wall is one of the best places to get down to it. Located in The W Hotel tucked away behind the pool area and the gardens, this is one of South Beach’s best nightclubs with outstanding service and music that will keep you dancing.

Beer, live music and cold A/C. The holy grail of nights out in Miami. At Gramps there’s a massive outdoor stage covered in graffiti, a choice of food trucks plus nightly live performances or DJ sets. Head here for a raucous one and don’t expect to depart before sunrise.

Have your ice cream on the rocks and add an extra shot at Aubi & Ramsa + 21 Ice Cream Store. This bar-cum-ice-cream parlour is a perfect pitstop the morning after the night before.