Is there a good nightlife scene for tourists visiting Colombo?

For live music check out Rhythm and Blues at Colombo Hilton which hosts local bands playing everything from jazz and blues to classic rock most evenings. The Colombo Jazz Club holds regular monthly events featuring talented local and international musicians. Cover charges are typically around two thousand rupees which usually includes a complimentary drink.

Colombo nightlife is generally safe for tourists including solo travelers. Be aware that many upscale bars and clubs enforce strict dress codes requiring covered shoes, collared shirts for men, and smart casual attire. Flip flops, shorts, and vests are typically refused entry. Prices for imported drinks are steep by local standards with cocktails ranging from twelve hundred to two thousand rupees. Local arrack based cocktails are significantly cheaper and increasingly trendy with creative mixologists.