By Chris Saunders
Atlanta is well known for its lively nightlife. With thousands
of bars, pubs and nightclubs, there is no shortage of after hour's entertainment.
Atlanta 's vibrant nightlife includes small intimate venues perfect for sipping
wine with the one that you love to high-energy dance clubs that are packed from
wall to wall. Atlanta has long been known for having more
bars than churches, and in the South that's a bit unusual. Most bars and clubs
are open seven nights a week until well after midnight . There really is something
for everyone in the city; you'll just have to experience the nightlife to find
out what is right for you. If you're not sure where to start, you may want to
start your evening out in Buckhead. Buckhead is the city's
party headquarters. With bars and nightclubs lined up one after another, there
is never a shortage of entertainment options. There are 100 bars and restaurants
within two blocks of the intersection of Peachtree and East Paces Ferry, which
makes taking a cab or public transportation to and from this busy area a realistic
possibility. You can spend an entire evening hopping from club to club without
every having to walk more than a few hundred feet. Spend
the entire weekend in Buckhead, but make sure that you book early because the
hotels go fast. The Crowne
Plaza Atlanta Buckhead offers luxurious new guestrooms, courteous service
underscored by an uncommon sense of urgency, and a chic, urban bistro. If you're
a frequent traveler, you'll recognize the Fairfield Inn Buckhead. Situated in
the heart of exclusive Buckhead, this hotel is within walking distance of shopping
and nightlife, with the top five restaurants in Atlanta just steps away. If
you would rather just chill out in Buckhead and avoid the loud music and crowds,
you may want to pull up a stool at the Beer Mug. As you might guess, the Beer
Mug specializes in everything beer, and is a great place to start and finish your
evening. Open since 1968, the Beer Mug was one of the first sports bars in Atlanta
and is considered a landmark drinking institution by many. You can expect two
things when you visit the Beer Mug—cold beer and televisions tuned to the latest
sporting events. If tables games are more your style, The
Buckhead Pool Hall has you covered. The pool hall has been serving the village
for more than 50 years, and is the oldest bar in Buckhead. Billiards and beer
are a winning combination at this charming venue. Of course, the beer is always
flowing inside this spacious facility. If you want to feel like a local, this
is the bar to visit. Nightclubs are also big business in
Buckhead. For a Latin flavor, the Havana Club is not only a location where you
can learn salsa dancing, it is also one of the few places where you can take your
dance lessons to the dance floor. The club plays authentic Latin music every night,
and has the look and feel of a classic cigar bar. The Sanctuary is a scaled down
version of the Havana Club, with a Caribbean and Latin theme, but without the
crowds that you may encounter at Havana . The East Village
includes some of Atlanta 's liveliest nightspots and some of its best restaurants
alongside an array of art galleries and boutiques. If you're not into the high-energy
dance clubs and would rather enjoy your cocktails in peace, the Highland Tap is
a cozy and quiet bar that draws a distinguished crowd. The dimly lit environment
helps to create a romantic mood, and with wine the drink of choice, it is the
perfect location for a nightcap with your date. More-->> | 
