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 Street Food for Soups and Noodle Lovers: Best Bowls to Try Around the Old City
Steam, spice, and slurp: our guide to the best Bangkok noodle street food around the Old City—what to order, where to find it, and how to eat like a local.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai by Train vs Plane vs Bus: Which Way Is Best for Your Budget, Time, and Comfort?
Flights are fastest, sleepers are most comfortable, buses are cheapest. Here’s how to choose the best Bangkok–Chiang Mai transport for your time, budget, and style.
Bangkok Temple Run on a Tight Schedule: A Half-Day Visit to Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount from Khao San Road
Beat the crowds with our bangkok temple run half day from Khao San—smart route, prices, dress code, and street eats for Wat Pho, Grand Palace, Golden Mount.
Bangkok Rooftop Bars with the Best Skyline Photography Spots for Sunset Shots from Khao San Road
Our insider guide to Bangkok rooftop bars photography from Khao San: golden hour, blue hour, river vs skyline angles, etiquette, and gear tips.
Wat Pho, Grand Palace, and Golden Mount With Kids: A Temple Day Guide from Khao San Road
A meltdown-proof family loop from Khao San: Wat Pho, Grand Palace, and Golden Mount with boats, breaks, snacks, dress tips, and smart timing.
Best Overnight Day Trips from Bangkok for Backpackers Who Want to Sleep in
Sleep in, skip the tour bus, and hit beaches, waterfalls, and night markets with these easy overnight trips from Bangkok — with costs, routes, and who they suit.
What's Happening
This week on Khao San Road
Bad & Boujie Monday
Mon, Aug 31 · 10 PM · Sugar Club
Monday Night at Levels
Mon, Aug 31 · 10 PM · Levels Club
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Tue, Sep 1 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Thu, Sep 3 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Route66 Saturday Night
Sat, Sep 5 · 9 PM · Route 66