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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Bangkok Rooftop Bars with the Best Sunset Photo Spots from Khao San Road
Chasing golden hour from Khao San? Here are the best Bangkok rooftop bars for sunset photos, with views, angles, dress codes, prices, and how to get there.
Bangkok Rooftop Bars for Special-Occasion Drinks Worth the Trip from Khao San Road
Our no-BS guide to Bangkok special occasion rooftop bars worth the trip from Khao San—views, vibes, prices, and how to get there for a perfect night.
Backpacker Packing List for Thailand’s Monsoon Island Hopping: What to Bring for Ferries, Wet Dockings, and Fast Dry-Offs
Stay dry and light on Thailand’s islands in monsoon season. Our real-world packing list covers ferries, wet dockings, and fast dry-offs—without the tourist fluff.
What to Pack for Thailand for Long-Term Backpacking: Reusable Basics, Resupply Strategy, and Multi-Week Travel Gear
Pack light for months in Thailand: breathable clothes, smart tech, health and safety basics, beach/trek extras, and resupply tips that work from Khao San to Koh Tao.
Bangkok Temple Run: Wat Pho, Grand Palace, and Golden Mount from Khao San Road
Bangkok Temple Run: Wat Pho, Grand Palace, and Golden Mount from Khao San Road — your insider guide to the best of Khao San Road.
Bangkok Temple Run Without Queues: How to Beat Crowds at Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount from Khao San Road
Beat the crowds on Bangkok’s big three from Khao San Road. Exact times, routes, and insider tricks for a temple run without queues or stress.
What's Happening
This week on Khao San Road
Bad & Boujie Monday
Mon, Sep 28 · 10 PM · Sugar Club
Monday Night at Levels
Mon, Sep 28 · 10 PM · Levels Club
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Tue, Sep 29 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Thu, Oct 1 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Route66 Saturday Night
Sat, Oct 3 · 9 PM · Route 66