Are you planning your tour to Lucknow? Yes? Crazylucknow is here to help you. Well, Lucknow is a city of cultural heritage. It is the city of Nawabs. Lucknow is also famous for its night outs. So, before you go, try to gather information about the best places to visit in Lucknow at night.
Lucknow is the city of Nawab, known for its beautiful heritage, culture and architecture. It’s a city that never sleeps and the nightlife in Lucknow is truly amazing. From Street Food to Historical Monuments , there are plenty of things to do in Lucknow nightlife.
Fun Places to Visit in Lucknow at Night
1. K.D. Singh Babu Stadium
Having several shops selling paan, soft drinks and ice creams, the area around K. D. Singh Babu Stadium is such a hit in the city, that it witnesses people from around the world thronging the place to get the real feel of the night hangout spots in Lucknow. Around night time till 1 am, this spot is known for displaying some activities due to which a large number of crowd gathers at this place.
2. Residency
Burnt down in 1857, the Residency is a place that has retained its embodiment of the initial freedom struggle of the Indians with the British. A visit to this damaged monument at night is both a spooky and thrilling as an experience. Therefore, you can surely visit this place for a thrilling and fun experience with your friends.
3. Rumi Darwaza
This is one of the most renowned places of Lucknow. But, do you know, the beauty of this place is extraordinary during the night time? This monument depicts the history of Lucknow and is a landmark of the medieval ages. Make sure to plan a visit to this place during the nighttime because the bulbs are lit up all around this beautiful architecture which gives it a surreal feel and looks.
4. La Martiniere
This school was set up by the French in the 19th century and even today, this school has maintained its position and makes tourists go awestruck by its beauty and serenity. Go to this place at night and you’ll understand what this beautiful building beholds. At night, the building is illuminated with golden lights, making you wonder how magnificent a building may be in real life.
5. Samta Mulak Chowk
Samta Mulak Chowk is the ice cream hub of Lucknow and you’ll find it crowded till late at night. Though most people are out to this place to enjoy their ice cream with the family, there are many who are there just to be a part of the midnight liveliness too.
6. Patrakarpuram
How about some mouthwatering ‘chuskis’? Well, you can find a number of chuskiwallahas in Patrakarpuram in Lucknow at night. Here, you can literally beat the heat by getting yourself a chuski to respite off the summer heat. This place is crowded mostly till 1 in the midnight. Make sure to check this place out with your friends while gossiping and enjoying your favourite chuskis.
7. Gautam Buddha Park
This is one of the most popular nightlife destinations in Lucknow. This place is also known as one of the most attractive sites in the city. This place at night will make you feel the lush vegetation and greenery even more while getting you confused as you’ll not be able to feel the rush hours of the city here. his place will provide you with the peace of mind that everyone requires at night. This is a must-visit location.
8. Bara Imambara
Bara Imambara located in Lucknow looks beautiful at night. This place is one of the best night places which you can opt for if you want to spend some chill time with your friends. A number of people here also celebrate their birthdays and other special occasions at midnight. You will undoubtedly fall in love with this location’s night view, which will leave you in wonder owing to its uniqueness and beauty.
9. Marine Drive
Marine Drive is one of the most spectacular places in Lucknow. This place is one of the most preferred hangout places during the nighttime. You can also spot a number of tourists as well as locals strolling along this place along the Gomti River. Marine Drive is a must-see at night because of the stunning visual beauty and cool wind that makes you feel like you’re on cloud nine every time you visit.
10. Ambedkar Memorial Park
Ambedkar Memorial Park is a stunning park in lucknow. It’s a great place to visit at night. The park is beautifully lit up and the view is stunning. The place is perfect for a peaceful walk or a picnic with friends and family.
11. Janeshwar Mishra Park
Janeshwar Mishra Park is one the famous parks in the lucknow. It is a great place to visit at night. The park is beautifully lit up with an amazing view. The place is perfect for a peaceful walk or a jog.
Markets to be Visited at Night in Lucknow
12. Aminabad Market
Dating by to the ear of Nawabs, the Aminabad Market comes to life as the sun sets in. This market, which sells a variety of things ranging from handicrafts to garments to other traditional items, is a popular nightlife destination in Lucknow.
As the night takes over, the market adorns a wonderful glow and a vibe that has you wishing to spend a little more time here.
13. Hazratganj
The Hazratganj market, which was established during the British rule, has become a landmark and a legend in the present day Lucknow. A visit to this place in the local language is called ‘Ganjing’, and it is quite a favored past time for the locals even during the night.
The colonial architecture of this place seems amplified by the dark background of the night. Also offering the experience of late night movies shows, this place is a fun night hangout place in Lucknow.
14. Chowk
A shopaholic’s paradise, the cloistered bazaar at the Chowk is one of the other hit spots that adorns a spectacular glow by the night. Also known to test the bargaining skills of its visitors, this market is a host to selling everything from footwear to clothes, to household items.
15. Bhootnath Market
Bhootnath market is one of the famous places for the shoppers who are looking for affordable clothes and jewellery. This market offers several street food options and has something for everyone. This market is crowded after the evening and night.
Eateries to be Visited Late at Night in Lucknow
16. Prakash Kulfi
The desserts of the city of Lucknow are quite well known; among the favorites is the traditional Indian version of the ice cream called the kulfi. Prakash kulfi is one of the famous places in the city which serves this delightful sweet during late evenings and nights too. Especially during the smoldering summer evenings, a day ended with a kulfi is relaxing and fun.
| Location | Aminabad, Lucknow |
17. Azhar Paan Bhandar
The city of Nawabs has to have the best availability of paan. This one paan shop going by the name Azhar Paan Bhandaar is a favorite of the local crowd making it quite the night hangout spot in Lucknow. Eventually, this place has turned out to be placed not where people head for an after-dinner delight but also for hanging out and witnessing the fun nightlife of Lucknow.
| Location | Subhash Marg, Lucknow |
18. Taj Mahal Hotel
This iconic legend of a hotel has amazing things in store for their guests. This hotel has various programs to keep guests entertained until the late hours of the evening, making it an ideal place to dine out with family.
| Location | Vipin Khand, Lucknow |
19. Moti Mahal
In Lucknow, a well-known restaurant is always crowded. Especially during the nights, this place witnesses people enjoying kulfi and midnight snacks. Open till, after midnight, the people thronging the place seem in no hurry to leave the joint and head home, such is the charm of this place.
| Location | Hazratganj, Lucknow |
20. Tunday Kababi
Tunday kababi is a famous food joint in Lucknow known for its mouth watering kebab. The place is open till late at night , food is must try by foodies. They offer different types of mouth watering kebabs with tomato based chutney.
| Location | Aminabad, Lucknow |
Bars and Nightclubs in Lucknow for a Fun Night
21. Underdoggs Sports Bars
Talking of the night hangout spots in Lucknow, the Underdoggs Sports Bar is a joint that has the city grooving to its spectacular music and enjoying its wide variety of drinks. Also serving some palatable dishes from varied cuisines like the Mediterranean, Italian and American, this place makes up a night full of fun.
| Location | SRS City Mall, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow |
22. Spice Caves
Another bar in the city that has the nightlife of Lucknow truly spiced up is the place called Spice Caves. Set in the Patrakarpuram locality, this bar is open till late in the night. Some of the most alluring features of this bar are its cave-like ambiance and the broadcast of live events, which make it a pertinent hit in the city.
| Location | Gomti Nagar, Lucknow |
23. Saqi
A nightclub at Taj Vivanta, Saqi lives up to the image of the brand that houses it. Having the trendiest cocktail lounge in the city, Saqi has an undeniable appeal for the people wishing to chill out after a day of hard work. Helping you truly unwind, this place is among the famous night hangout places in Lucknow.
| Location | Vivanta By Taj, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow |
24. 5 CR Lounge
Situated in the happening Phoenix Mall in Alambagh, the 5 CR Lounge is the hub of some of the best electronic dance music in Lucknow. It is this place which has to its credit innumerable relaxing evenings and astounding complements on its menu and collections of drinks.
| Location | Phoenix United Mall, Alambagh |
25. Go Bananas
One of the most popular hookah lounges in the city, Go Bananas prides itself on being the favorite of the youth of the city. Offering the two amazing setups and seating (indoor and outdoor), this terrace bar is a fun place to witness the chilled out vibe of Lucknow.
| Location | Gomti Nagar, Lucknow |
26. Skybar
Tranquil in the day and the party hub in the night, the Skybar is another astounding favorite of the locals of Lucknow. Having spacious seating right under the sky, the Skybar offers the guest a splendid roof of the stars as they enjoy their drinks and flavorsome meals at the joint.
| Location | Gomti Nagar, Lucknow |
Watching Movies at Night
Lucknow city also has a late night entertainment arrangement for the movie buffs. There are many multiplexes in the city which offer the tourist and the locals the experience of watching a movie late in the night. Be it a Bollywood masala movie or a Hollywood thriller, latest of both the arenas are available in Lucknow.
Conclusion
There are enough places to hang out in Lucknow at night to keep you entertained even after the sun goes down. The aforementioned locations have a unique charm at night, which is best understood by experiencing it firsthand.
The list must have you itching for this extraordinary experience, but do make sure to share your side of the story with us when you visit these places, or if you have been lucky enough to have experienced them before, we would love to hear about that too in the comments section below.
My name is Pragi. I am a resident of Lucknow Uttar Pradesh. I have done B.Tech in Electronics & Communication. I have been blogging for last 2 years. I love to know about new things about my city Lucknow and write about them.