Nightlife
Many of the hotels offer some form of evening entertainment, such as a lively stage show, an African dance troupe or live music from various instrument players. There are also several casinos in the resort areas.
Nightlife in The Gambia tends to start quite late, around midnight or even later. Listed below are a few of the popular hangouts (note that some of these places may charge a cover fee):
Aquarius, Senegambia (nightclub, popular place for tourists, locals, ex-pats, and the young Lebanese crowd alike)
Churchill's, Palma Rima (fun for karaoke though unfortunately many prostitutes hang out in the bar area)
Paparazzi, Senegambia (popular nightclub, entertaining bar manager, and good prices on drinks)
The Green Mamba Garden, Senegambia (restaurant and bar with pool tables, great atmosphere and music, ex-pat hangout)
The Kora Bar & Diner, Senegambia (author's favourite)
As well as being a great restaurant, The Kora is an excellent place for drinks, good music, and entertainment. Very popular with the local ex-pat community and tourists alike. Pool tables, shisha (water pipes), and board games are available as well.
Gambian favourites
Cotton Club, Fajara (live salsa in the late evenings for sophisticated locals)
Jokor's, Westfield (starts late and has live bands on Sundays)
Lama Lama Bar and Restaurant, Bakau (live music most nights)
Totties Nightclub, Senegambia (tourists attempt to join the busy dance crowd and bumsters here)
Wow, Senegambia (similar to Totties Nightclub)
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