The best things to do after dinner in St Tropez include beachside drinking, catching live music, and watching films in vintage cinema. There's no shortage of bars and clubs, all with breathtaking views of either the town’s glamorous marina or golden beaches.
If you prefer to get away for a while, opt for an evening cruise around St Tropez's striking coastline or a vineyard tour through rolling hills inland. During summer, you can hear every kind of music – from classical to house – in beautiful historic buildings. Dress to impress and get ready to celebrate the night in St Tropez.
What are the best things to do at night in St Tropez?
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Pampelonne beach clubs
Celeb-spotting on soft, golden sand
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Every evening, Pampelonne beach clubs come alive with partygoers, celebrity DJs, and live music. Revel in all the glitz and glamour at some of the chicest spots on the Riviera, such as Club 55. This St Tropez institution serves seafood and cocktails from its beachside bar.
Travelling with the kids? Head for Les Jumeaux for a fun adventure playground and a superb children's menu. Cap 21 brings traditional French glamour to the beach with wooden decking, blue-and-white-striped lounges, and an Asian-fusion restaurant. For a little peace and quiet, La Cabane Bambou is at the quieter, southern end of Pampelonne – you can even enjoy a massage on your sun lounger.
Ubicación: Pampelonne Beach, 83350, France
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Evening vineyard tour
Sample St Tropez's outstanding local wines
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An evening vineyard tour of St Tropez lets you taste some delightful local wines with a fine view of the sunset. The countryside is a fantastic wine country, thanks to its rich soil and long days of sunshine each year. Most of the wine produced in this region is rosé, though you can find vineyards that produce red and white wines, too.
Visit Château Volterra for delicious red wines and an imposing stone castle with panoramic sea views. Château Barbeyrolle is famous for producing the first clear rosé and organic wines, which you can sample in their beautiful gardens. At Château des Marres, you can try cocktails made from their wines and play petanque in the vineyard.
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Sunset cruise
Watch the sun go down with a glass of bubbly
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What better way to relax after dinner than with a leisurely sunset cruise around the breathtaking St Tropez coastline? Visit tiny coves and sandy beaches on a boat trip, cruise past towering cliffs, and of course stop to admire the sun going down behind the mountains. It makes an exquisite photo opportunity.
Depending on the cruise, there might be running commentary on St Tropez's eclectic history and beautiful natural surroundings, or a stop for an evening swim in the warm waters of the bay. Most cruises have a well-stocked bar – you might even be offered a complimentary glass of champagne on your trip.
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St Tropez rooftop bars
Sip a cocktail under the stars
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Rooftop bars are relatively rare in St Tropez's carefully preserved historic buildings. The only true rooftop bar experience is at Les Toits, a glitzy lounge bar on the top floor of the Hotel de Paris. Have a cooling swim in the rooftop pool, then relax with a cocktail while you watch yachts sailing around the bay.
Bar du Port gets close to the rooftop bar atmosphere, where you can sip a martini or glass of Provence rosé on their elevated terrace with views over the marina. There are also lovely views at L'Opéra, where the stunning panorama of the port from their outdoor terrace is rivalled only by the outlandish dance and acrobatics shows in the main bar.
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Cinema Star
Celebrating St Tropez's film history
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Cinema Star is a small but snug cinema in the heart of St Tropez. Screenings vary, from the latest big international releases to small arthouse films and classic Golden Age movies. The cinema is also equipped with a 3D screen, so grab a pair of glasses and catch your favourite film in vivid realness.
St Tropez is well known for its links with the film industry, with famous films like Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968), And God Created Woman (1956), and Bonjour Tristesse (1958) were all filmed here. Come to Cinema Star on the right night and you might catch sight of your favourite bits of St Tropez onscreen as well as in person.
Ubicación: 1 Trav. de la Gendarmerie, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France
Teléfono: +33 (0)4 94 55 90 54
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La Citadelle
Varied music in a spectacular historic setting
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Más informaciónLa Citadelle de St-Tropez is a 17th-century castle built on a hill overlooking the town, with magnificent formal gardens and a maritime history museum in the dungeons. Throughout summer, the citadel hosts various concerts and music festivals, with frequent performances in a massive range of styles.
Come for Indie Fest in July and August, which presents an eclectic mix of Latin, Pop, RnB, and house music, played by artists from around the world. The castle has also hosted concerts by deep house musician The Avener, 1970s soul sensation Sister Sledge, and rock guitarist Sting. Concerts take place outside, so you can enjoy the balmy Riviera weather.
Ubicación: 1 Mnt de la Citadelle, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France
Teléfono: +33 (0)4 94 55 90 30
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Château de la Moutte
Refined outdoor concerts with world-famous musicians
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The Château de la Moutte is a 19th-century castle surrounded by palm trees, with an impressive portrait gallery and a library of more than 4,000 books. Every summer, it hosts a festival of music and poetry, called Nuits du Château de la Moutte. Concerts and recitals take place nightly around the grounds and in the castle's shaded inner courtyard, where the acoustics are extraordinary.
The festival has featured such world-famous artists as pianist Khatia Buniatishvili, violinist Daniel Lozakovich, blues singer China Moses, and flamenco dancer Eduardo Guerrero. Past concerts include an evening of the music of Mozart, Afro-Cuban night, lyrical recitals, lectures, and modern dance.
Ubicación: 6 Allée des Canisses, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France
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Vieux Port
Pretty bars surrounding a charming port
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Más informaciónThe Vieux Port is one of the oldest parts of St Tropez, a picturesque port lined with pastel-coloured houses and offering fabulous views of the water. Some of the establishments have been here for more than a century, like Café Sénéquier, established in 1887, which serves cocktails and ice cream in a breathtaking room with floor-to-ceiling windows.
Try a classic cocktail at Le Petit Bar, an intimate spot with an old-school speakeasy vibe. Kelly's is an Irish bar that does a great line in live music and Guinness on tap, with a wonderfully laid-back atmosphere. At La Sardine, at the far end of the quay, French wines, champagnes and apéritifs are served in classic French brasserie surroundings.
Ubicación: All. du Quai de l’Epi, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France
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Les Caves du Roy
The French Riviera's quintessential party venue
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Les Caves du Roy is a world-famous nightclub and mainstay of the Riviera's club scene. Part of the Hotel Byblos, it has played host to celebrities like Grace Kelly, Clint Eastwood, The Beatles, and Prince Charles. The cocktails are imaginative, the wine is first-rate, and the champagne flows freely.
The club is decorated in a hip mix of Asian and Mediterranean styles. Every night, its resident DJ plays all the biggest club tunes and electro-house hits. Getting in is tough, so wear your glitziest outfit and join the queue as early as possible. Check out the illuminated palm trees, which have become an icon of the club.
Ubicación: 27 Av. Foch, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France
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Quai de l’Epi
Dazzling clubs lining the waterfront
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The Quai de l'Epi is part of St Tropez's swanky waterfront, where you'll find deluxe yachts bobbing in turquoise seas. Around the quay, you can find several equally lavish clubs that offer fine wines, creative cocktails, outdoor seating, and delightful views of the harbour.
Try La Verre à Soi, a relaxed and friendly wine bar, for local and international wines and Friday night karaoke. Things are more upbeat at VIP Room, a high-octane nightclub that has hosted the likes of Beyonce and Jay-Z. Head for Saint-Tropez Lounge Club, in an unrivalled position at the edge of the harbour, for signature cocktails and Bollinger champagne with sweeping views from their outdoor deck.
Ubicación: All. du Quai de l’Epi, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France
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