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 Easiest Malls-and-MRT Access from Khao San Road
Skip the gridlock. Our MRT-first guide to Bangkok rooftop bars from Khao San Road, with station picks, walks, prices, dress codes, and stress-free routes.
Best Day Trips from Bangkok for Backpackers Who Prefer Quiet Small Towns Over Big Attractions
Quiet, close, and delicious: our favorite small-town day trips from Bangkok with canals, old markets, easy trains, and low-key vibes — plus costs and how to go.
Best Hotels in Bangkok Old City (Rattanakosin): Where to Stay for Temples, Riverside Views, and Easy Walking
Where to stay in Bangkok’s Old City (Rattanakosin) for temples, river breezes, and easy nights — our insider picks, tips, and what to book by travel style.
Wat Pho, Grand Palace, and Golden Mount from Khao San Road: What to Wear, Bring, and Leave Behind
Our no-fuss guide to what to wear for Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount—cool, respectful outfits, strict rules, fixes, and a one-day plan from Khao San.
Bangkok Street Food Night Market Guide: Best Late-Evening Eats Near Khao San Road and Beyond
From Khao San’s late-night stalls to Yaowarat’s neon wok-lanes and Jodd Fairs’ trendy bites—here’s how we eat Bangkok’s night markets like locals.
Bangkok Temple Run Without the Rush: A Slow-Travel Guide to Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount
Skip the rush. Linger at Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount with routes, river ferries, shade stops, and cultural tips for bangkok temple slow travel.
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Route66 Saturday Night
Sat, Sep 26 · 9 PM · Route 66
Saturday Night Service at Rocco Club
Sat, Sep 26 · 12 AM · Rocco Club
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