By: Andrew Silverstein

Visiting Tampa?  Just looking for some new spots to drink or dance the night away?  Don't get stuck at some lame club with a bunch of guys staring into their drinks all night.  Head out to Channelside and check out these certified hot spots for a great time that'll leave you anything but bored.

AjA - AjA is a premier nightlife destination in the Channelside district.  Boasting an ultra-modern atmosphere, great drinks, and the best in top 40, house, and dance music, AjA is the place to be for any young professionals around Downtown Tampa or Channelside.  On Friday nights, things get going, so try and get there as early as you can.

Splitsville - Splitsville is almost like a big, adult playground in Channelside.  Featuring bowling lanes, billiards, dancing, food, and great drinks, there's a lot to love about this upscale bowling lounge.  There's usually a Tampa DJ there on Saturday nights cranking out the best in top 40 with plenty of room to dance with that special someone, or potential special someone.

Wet Willies - If you're looking for a cool, refreshing drink to end your day or get the night started, Wet Willies is an original and, admitedly awesome choice.  Serving up a slew of uniquely crafted frozen daiquiris like the super strong "Call a Cab" and "Shock Treatment" with blue Curaco and grain alcohol, Wet Willies is the place to kick back and watch the big game or just enjoy the Florida atmosphere in style.

Lit Cigar Lounge - Cigars get kind of a manly reputation, but the Lit cigar lounge is much more than an escape-the-wife, chill-with-the-guys cigar den.  Boasting a full liquor bar with domestic and imported beers, premium wines, rare single malt scotches, signature martinis, homemade white and red sangria, mojitos, and other cocktails, the Lit Cigar Lounge is a perfect after-dinner stop for you and yours to enjoy a drink and some cigars in this elegant, relaxed atmosphere.

Dolce Vita Lounge - Keeping up with the theme of date-friendly locations in Channelside, Dolce Vita is an ideal locale to not only drink and eat from their gourmet Italian menu, but watch a feature film while you're at it too.  Located in Channelside Cinemas & IMAX, Dolce Vita is a modern, romantic lounge perfect for relaxing with that special someone.