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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Best Budget Cafes on Khao San Road for Cheap Coffee, Wi‑Fi, and Long Work Sessions
Our guide to Khao San Road budget cafes: cheap coffee, AC, Wi‑Fi, plugs, and breakfast. Where to sit, what to order, when to go, and what it should cost.
Bangkok Rooftop Bars with Easy Ferry Access Worth the Trip from Khao San Road
Swap road rage for river breeze. Our favorite Bangkok rooftop bars you can reach by ferry from Khao San—temples at sunset, skyline sips, and easy returns.
Bangkok Rooftop Bars with Live Acoustic Music Worth the Trip from Khao San Road
Swap Khao San’s thump for soft rooftop sets. Where to find live acoustic music with views, prices, dress codes, and how to get there from Khao San Road.
Bangkok Rooftop Bars with the Best After-Work Happy Hour Deals Worth the Trip from Khao San Road
Weeknight guide to bangkok rooftop bars after work happy hour—views, deals, BTS access, and wallet-friendly picks worth leaving Khao San Road for.
Bangkok Rooftop Bars with the Best Vegetarian and Vegan Menus Worth the Trip from Khao San Road
Plant-based rooftop dining in Bangkok—our favorite views, vegan-friendly menus, mocktails, prices, and tips for getting there from Khao San Road.
Best Bars and Nightlife on Sukhumvit Soi 11, 13, and 23: Where to Go by Mood and Budget
Sukhumvit by soi: our insider guide to Soi 11, 13, and 23 — what to drink, where to go, and how to match your mood and budget without wasting a baht.
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This week on Khao San Road
Route66 Saturday Night
Sat, Aug 15 · 9 PM · Route 66
Saturday Night Service at Rocco Club
Sat, Aug 15 · 12 AM · Rocco Club
Bad & Boujie Monday
Mon, Aug 17 · 10 PM · Sugar Club
Monday Night at Levels
Mon, Aug 17 · 10 PM · Levels Club
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Tue, Aug 18 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar