Bangkok, Thailand
Khao San Road
A destination for independent travelers and backpackers — a carnival-like scene riddled with guest houses, street food, beer gardens, tattoo parlors, travel agencies, used bookstores, and fortune tellers. It is, in a word, wonderful, and a rare enduring gem in a part of the world that is modernizing faster than you could ever imagine.
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Where to Find Cheap Drinks in Banglamphu: Beer Bars, Happy Hour Deals, and Casual Late-Night Stops
Hunt down Banglamphu cheap drinks with our first-hand guide to beer bars, happy hours, and late-night stops near Khao San and Phra Athit—prices included.
Banglamphu Live Music Pubs and Acoustic Bars: A Walkable Night Out Near Khao San Road
A local’s guide to Banglamphu’s live music pubs and acoustic bars near Khao San—where to walk, what to hear, and how to drink well without missing the chorus.
Best Thai Street Food Dishes to Try in Bangkok: What to Order, How Much It Costs, and Where to Find Them
Craving Bangkok’s best street eats? Here’s what to order, what it costs, and where to find it—from boat noodles to mango sticky rice near Khao San.
Backpacker Packing List for Thailand for First-Time Visitors: Essentials, Mistakes to Avoid, and What You Can Buy There
First-time in Thailand? Pack light and right. Clothes for heat and temples, smart docs, health basics, SIMs, and what to buy locally—without rookie mistakes.
Best Hotels in Silom Near BTS Sala Daeng and MRT Silom for Easy Bangkok City Stays
Our insider guide to Silom hotels near BTS Sala Daeng and MRT Silom—best streets, true walking times, and picks for every budget and trip style.
Best Bars and Nightlife on Sukhumvit Soi 63 (Ekkamai): Craft Beer, Cocktail Bars, and Late-Night Hangouts
Our insider guide to Ekkamai (Sukhumvit Soi 63) bars—craft beer, cocktails, live music, late nights, prices, and how to hop from BTS to last call.
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This week on Khao San Road
Bad & Boujie Monday
Mon, Sep 7 · 10 PM · Sugar Club
Monday Night at Levels
Mon, Sep 7 · 10 PM · Levels Club
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Tue, Sep 8 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Thu, Sep 10 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Route66 Saturday Night
Sat, Sep 12 · 9 PM · Route 66