Khaosan Road Area

Bangkok

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Khaosan Road Area

Khao San Road, Bangkok's backpackers' hub, is the kind of place that needs to be experienced to be believed–and no traveller should leave the city without coming here. Frequented by swathes of international tourists and locals alike, the area is always bursting with action, but it is at night when Khao San Road truly comes alive. Here you'll find a rich and diverse selection of bars and nightclubs catering to all kinds of travellers. Enjoy ice-cold drinks at institutions like Gulliver's, Mulligan's, and The One. Dance the night away to smooth grooves at Brick Bar. Be seen at local favourites The Club and Lava Gold. For people-watching, head to The Roof Bar. Khao San Road is also an excellent place to try local flavours. Sample from the famous pad Thai to deep-fried spring rolls, grilled meat skewers, mango sticky rice, fried roti, and coconut ice cream to barbecued crocodiles and fried and crispy bugs, like grasshoppers, cockroaches, and scorpions. Feeling like spending some bahts? There are also plenty of shopping opportunities here: clothing and accessories, traditional handicrafts, handmade jewellery, vintage goods, and much more. Why not finish your night at Khao San Road with a relaxing Thai massage?

Bars & Nightlife

When the sun comes down, Bangkok is well-versed on how to have a seriously good time. A city famous for its wild nightlife, Bangkok’s bars, clubs, taverns, and lounges light up the streets, bustling and bursting with action. Partiers and revellers will rejoice with an abundance of rock pubs, jazz cafes, and sleek cocktail bars. Many nightspots have free entrance, though some more popular venues charge a modest entry fee. The city also yields an array of sophisticated entertainment for more refined pleasure seekers, including Broadway-inspired stage shows, traditional performances, and nighttime river cruises. Below is a list of the best bars and nightclubs for a fun night out in Bangkok, Thailand: