Things to do in Bangkok at night
Bangkok is a bustling city with mouth-watering delicacies, beautiful temples, and friendly people. It’s known as the city that never sleeps. And that means one thing—Thailand’s capital has a vibrant nightlife.
While the city is packed with nightclubs, there’s a lot you can do after dark besides drinking the night away. In this article, we’ll show you how to enjoy your nightlife in Bangkok without breaking the bank. Let’s get started.
Get a Tattoo
If you want to remember your one night in Bangkok forever, make it memorable by getting a tattoo. Get inked at one of the city’s top studios, especially if you want something related to Buddhism or the Thai language.
Angelina Jolie’s Thai-inspired tattoos are a popular choice for many travelers. That’s because the tattoos have spiritual meanings behind them. One of the tattoos, Yant Phutson, symbolises good luck and wealth.
The famous actress has several more Thai tattoos on her back. Choose one of the designs if you truly like what the tattoos represent. Alternatively, go with something unique, say a gecko on your ankle or a popular Thai phrase.
What’s the best place to get inked in Bangkok at night? Check out Common Ground Tattoo. Located at 300 Rimklongsatorn Road, this tattoo shop specialises in punk and gothic logos. It mainly targets locals and tourists looking for Western tattoos.
For Thai-style tattoos, there’s no better place to visit than the Wat Bang Phra temple. Angelina Jolie was tattooed here. And since then, thousands of tourists looking for Buddhist tattoos prioritise this shop.
Spend Your Evening at a Board Game Café
Bangkok is packed with gaming cafes. They offer PS4 and Nintendo Switch games for people who can’t access these gaming consoles. They also feature board games like Dungeons and Dragons.
At some sports-themed cafes, you could also watch soccer and basketball on the big screen. You can participate in drinking games. Or, you can chill in a corner and play online gambling for real money through your smartphone. You’ll need to find great offshore casinos, though. Thailand does not license iGaming operators. However, it lets you use foreign casinos while in the country.
Try a Japanese Onsen Bath
A Japanese onsen bath can be life-changing. For the uninitiated, onsen translates to a hot spring. That means an onsen is a type of bath where you wash away your stress and fatigue using naturally heated water.
Although Japan is home to the best onsen experiences, you can also find hot spring baths in Bangkok. The Yonomori Onsen & Spa is an excellent example. This private bath sources its water from Wat Wangkanai Spring, which is famous for its healing and wellness properties.
The Yonomori Onsen offers a variety of bathing experiences. You can opt to wash in a soda bath, cleanse your body with mineral water or take a dive in ice-cold water. The onsen operates up to 12 midnight.
Burn Calories at a 24-Hour Gym
So, you spent your entire day eating street food in Bangkok? Burn some of those calories at a 24-hour fitness center. The city has several gyms like Jetts and Fitness 24 Seven, where you can lift weights until the sun rises.
Most gyms in the city have trainers who can help you select proper workout routines for different muscle groups. But if you hate lifting weights, don’t worry. Bangkok has a better place you can burn calories at night.
Located at the Donki Mall Thonglor, the D-Sports Stadium is a place where you could play tennis, baseball, and rock climbing until 2am in the morning.
Get a Foot Massage Before You Retire to Bed
Wondering what to do after eating your dinner at six o’clock in the evening? Get a foot massage in the streets of Bangkok. Sure, you can opt for a massage inside an air-conditioned parlor.
But there’s something unique about experiencing massage in the streets. It’s something you’ll probably never witness in any other city. It’s relaxing, takes a full hour, and costs less than $10.
That being said, foot massages are not created equal. Ask the locals for recommendations. The Khao San Road has several places you can enjoy foot massages in the evening while watching traffic. And as mentioned, these places are affordable.
Go Nightclubbing
Nightclubs in Bangkok operate from Sunday to Sunday. They come in different types, meaning you have the choice to revel at a Hip Hop club. Or you could opt for a place with Electronic Dance Music, R&B or rock.
Not every club runs all night long in Bangkok. In fact, most night joints close by 2am in the morning. An example is the Sing, Sing Theater. It has a unique interior—hundreds of lanterns and images of dragons on the walls and ceilings.
Then there’s Levels Club & Lounge. It focuses on R&B and EDM. It’s free to enter and mainly targets tourists from Western countries. Like the Sing, Sing Theater, Levels closes at 2am.
Attend a Muay Thai Match
Muay Thai is one of the most popular fighting techniques in Mixed Martial Arts. But did you know it originated in Thailand? Well, considering it has Thai in its name, you probably do.
All the same, Muay Thai is a pretty big sport in Bangkok. The best fights take place in the evening. And they all start with a conspicuous dance called the Wai Kru Ram Muay. Once the dancing is over, the action begins.
Muay Thai combines kicks, punches, elbows, and knees, meaning it can be brutal. This also means it’s a great self-defense sport. Consider, learning a few moves while in Thailand. They could come in handy once you get back home.
Your Turn
You can do countless things at night in Bangkok. You can stay in your hotel room and watch a movie. Or, you can go out to drink with the locals. If you don’t drink, get a foot massage or hit the gym at a 24-hour fitness center. Thailand is incredibly affordable, anyways.
