Thailand's nightlife ranges from the world-famous Full Moon Party to sophisticated rooftop bars high above Bangkok. Whether you want to dance on the sand or sip a cocktail over the skyline, these are the places that come alive when the sun goes down.
The Full Moon Party & beyond
Koh Phangan's Full Moon Party on Haad Rin is the legend, with Half Moon and Jungle parties in between. Prefer something smarter? Bangkok's rooftop sky bars and Phuket's Bangla Road offer very different nights out.
Best destinations
Top experiences
Bangkok
- Rooftop sky bar at sunset — Cocktails high above the skyline at one of the city's famous rooftop bars.
- Asiatique riverfront — Ferris wheel, riverside dining and cabaret by the Chao Phraya.
Chiang Mai
- Chiang Mai Night Bazaar — Nightly market sprawl of handicrafts, street food and live music.
Phuket
- Bangla Road, Patong — Phuket's loudest, brightest nightlife strip.
Krabi (Ao Nang)
- Ao Nang night market — Beachfront stalls, seafood and reggae bars.
Koh Phi Phi
- Beach fire show & bars — Loh Dalum's buckets, fire dancers and party sand.
Koh Lanta
- Beach-bar sunset hopping — Driftwood bars and fire shows along Long Beach and Klong Nin.
Koh Samui
- Chaweng nightlife — Beach clubs, night market and bars along the main strip.
Koh Phangan
- Full Moon Party (Haad Rin) — The world-famous beach party under the full moon.
- Half Moon & Jungle parties — The island's famous forest and half-moon events between full moons.
Koh Tao
- Sairee dive-bar nightlife — Fire shows, buckets and beach bars along the main strip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best nightlife in Thailand?
Koh Phangan for beach parties, Bangkok for rooftop bars and clubs, and Phuket's Patong (Bangla Road) for a loud night out.
When is the Full Moon Party?
It's held roughly monthly on the night of the full moon at Haad Rin on Koh Phangan; book accommodation well ahead.
Is Thailand nightlife expensive?
No — drinks and entry are cheap by Western standards, though rooftop bars in Bangkok charge premium prices for the view.
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