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Best things to do for a solo tourist to meet people, have fun, and do stuff together? Central Bangkok
I see Khao San Road is the backpack… I'm going to Thailand for an industry conference, and going to spend an extra week and a half there. I don't know much about Thailand but reading as much as I can.
I see Khao San Road is the backpackers hub. I am thinking of locating there after my conference. Sukhumvit Road also seems like worth a visit as another great party area. I am thinking of mostly hitting up the bars, maybe doing a pub/bar crawl if they offer those services.
If it makes a difference, I am in my early 30s.
I know that there is a certain subreddit specifically for tourism, but asking the same question there got responses from mostly sex-worker obsessed people. I don't judge in the least, but got a weird vibe, like I was being judged for not being into that.
Khao San Road is more of a young backpacker scene, you might feel a bit out of place there at 30. Instead, check out the area around Thong Lo, it's full of locals and expats in their late 20s to 40s, with proper cocktail bars and decent food. W District or the bars on Sukhumvit 55 are good for just striking up conversation at the counter.
You should also look into the Bangkok Vanguards events, they do weekly meetups at different bars and restaurants around the city. It's a mix of travelers and long-term expats, very chill, and people actually show up alone.
best som tam in Bangkok? Krua Dok Mai Kao 2026
yeah Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but if you're up for a detour, try Som Tum Nua near Siam Square. their som tam pu pla ra is insane if you like the fermented fish sauce kick. way more pungent than the On Nut spot, just less grilled chicken options