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Nightlife in Thailand

Thailand's not as wild as it used to be, but you can still party hard in the country's cities or on the beaches and islands. Bars, clubs and live music venues are everywhere, find out what to expect of the country's nightlife scene.
Pattaya Nightlife
The Pattaya bar scene is notorious and is something most outsiders find shocking. Go-go bars, strip clubs, scantily clad women dancing on poles. You name it, it happens in Pattaya. So, as you can imagine, it’s not the most family friendly destination in Thailand! But even if you’re not into strip clubs, Pattaya’s night life can be fun since it has an “up all night, dance till dawn…
Top Nightlife Spots in Phuket
If you want to see live music, party at a big nightclub or sip cocktails in a fabulous bar, check out these Phuket nightlife spots.
Where to Enjoy the Best Views of Bangkok
Head to any of these popular Bangkok night life spots for cool cocktails and breathtaking views of the city from above.
Bangkok’s Live Music Guide
Schedule of live music performances at large and small venues in Bangkok.
The Guardian's List of the Best Bars in Bangkok
This popular UK newspaper lists their picks for the top bars in Bangkok.
NileGuide's Chiang Mai Bars and Nightclubs
The NileGuide's listings of bars, nightclubs and live music venues in Chiang Mai.
Calypso, Bangkok's Cross Dressing Cabaret
Calypso's nightly cabaret performances, starring some of Bangkok's most talented lady boys, is wildly entertaining and appropriate for the whole family.
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