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Top Places In Philadelphia To Go Dancing

Few pursuits tap into the pleasures of nightlife more than dancing. Giving yourself over to the rhythms, the lights, and the energy is a total release. When you want that feeling, here are some of the best dance clubs in Philadelphia.

Voyeur
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Voyeur

1221 St. James St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 735-5772
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Voyeur is said to be one of the top dance clubs in the city. A multi-level venue whose main draw is its versatility, the hip clientele can choose any number of ways to spend their time here — competing in trivia contests, sipping cocktails or taking in the scene in the Ruby Lounge. DJs at voyeur spin everything from house to 70s disco.

700 Club
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700 Club

700 N Second St
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 413-3181
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700 Club is a bi-level Northern Liberties hotspot that's a great place to get drinks after work and an even better place to dance until the lights come on. The club features first-rate DJs who effortlessly turn each night into a terrific party scene--one that features great music and a refreshingly laid-back attitude.

Fluid Nightclub
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Fluid

613 Sth. 4th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
fluidnightclub.com

Constantly hailed as one of the best places in Philadelphia to get your groove on, Fluid boasts a veritable who's who of the city's top DJs. From new electronica to jungle or trance to hip-hop, this underground, side-street club delivers great sounds in digs that are so dark, you almost miss the cool Mediterranean design aspects.

Brasil's
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Brazil's

112 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA. 19106
brasilsnightclub-philly.com

If dancing the salsa and merengue are your thing, you can't miss Brasil's. This Olde City club is located a floor above the popular Posh Lounge and features some of the city's hottest music and dancing each week. Brasil's also offers lessons on Wednesdays for around five bucks and one complimentary drink.

Silk City
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Silk City Diner & Lounge

435 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19123
215-592-8838
silkcityphilly.com

If you're looking to rock out and let loose, it's hard to resist the beats and sweaty bodies you'll find packed into Silk City every weekend. With live DJ's spinning every night of the week, Silk has become one of the premier dance destinations for Philadelphia.

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