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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How to Choose the Best Bangkok to Chiang Mai Route for Families, Solo Travelers, and Budget Backpackers
Pick the right Bangkok to Chiang Mai route for families, solo travelers, and budget backpackers—time, cost, comfort, stops, booking tips, and arrival advice.
Temple Day from Khao San Road: How to Combine Wat Pho, Grand Palace, and Golden Mount with Food Stops and Rest Breaks
A local’s route to Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount with smart food stops, AC breaks, and timing tips — all starting from Khao San Road.
Best Bars and Nightlife on Sukhumvit Soi 33 and 24: Japanese Drinking Spots, Beer Bars, and Easy After-Dinner Stops
A friendly, first-hand guide to Sukhumvit Soi 33 and 24 bars—rooftops, izakayas, sports pubs, and easy after-dinner hangouts—plus tips, routes, and prices.
Best Free or Super Cheap Day Trips from Bangkok for Backpackers
Free or super cheap day trips from Bangkok: ferries, third-class trains, floating markets, and river towns you can do for pocket change — no tours needed.
Bangkok Temple Run Without the Crowds: A Shoulder-Season Guide to Visiting Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount from Khao San Road
Beat the lines at Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Golden Mount from Khao San. Our crowd-savvy, shoulder-season guide nails timing, routes, and etiquette.
Bangkok Old Town (Rattanakosin) Guide: Top Sights, Food & Where to Stay
Your insider guide to Bangkok Old Town (Rattanakosin): best temples, food, walks, river boats, and where to stay — with real-world tips and no tourist traps.
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This week on Khao San Road
Bad & Boujie Monday
Mon, Oct 12 · 10 PM · Sugar Club
Monday Night at Levels
Mon, Oct 12 · 10 PM · Levels Club
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Tue, Oct 13 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Jam Night (Open Mic) at Choppers Sports Bar
Thu, Oct 15 · 7 PM · Choppers Bar
Route66 Saturday Night
Sat, Oct 17 · 9 PM · Route 66