Students party year-round in Aix. Clubs generally open their doors at 11:30 P.M. and really get going around 2:00 A.M. Before then, bars and pubs are an excellent bet. You can find an ample supply of bars and clubs in Rue de la Verrerie. Plenty of romantic cafés can be found behind the Hôtel de Ville along the Forum des Cardeurs.

Here is a list of some of Aix's best hotspots:

Le Richelm

Address	24 rue de la Verrerie	Telephone	04 42 23 49 29
Open	Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30 P.M. to dawn

This club, which is literally underground, boasts a hip bar for the student scene. Cover includes one drink: Tuesday-Thursday €9.15, Friday €12.20, Saturday €15.25. Women are free Tuesday-Thursday.

Le Mistral

Address	3 rue F. Mistral	Telephone	04 42 38 16 49
Open	Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30 P.M. - 5:00 A.M.

Le Mistral is a big dance club that plays techno, dance, R&B, and house music. The dress code is enforced so don't wear shorts, jeans, or sandals. The €16 includes one drink, and women get in free on Tuesdays.

Bistro Aixois

Address	37 cours Sextius	Telephone	04 42 27 50 10
Open	Daily, 6:30 P.M. - 4:00 A.M.

This tight Caribbean beach-themed club is usually crowded with students enjoying ample spirits.

The Red Clover

Address	30 rue de la Verrerie	Telephone	04 42 23 44 61
Open	Daily, 8:00 P.M. - 2:00 A.M.

The Red Clover is a lively bar with an overflowing international crowd. Happy hour is from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M.

Le Scat

Address	11 rue de la Verrerie	Telephone	04 42 23 00 23
Open	Monday-Saturday, 11:00 P.M. - 6:00 A.M.

A popular club for jazz, rock, and dancing. Nightly concerts begin at 1:00 A.M. Monday-Thursday is free. A €13 cover includes one drink on Friday and Saturday.