Race Bar Ayutthaya
Tucked away in the Phai Ling district of Ayutthaya, Race Bar is a neighbourhood bar that draws both locals and travellers looking for a casual place to decompress after a day spent among the ancient ruins and temples the city is famous for. Its strong reputation among those who have visited suggests a welcoming, unpretentious atmosphere that fits naturally into Ayutthaya's laid-back character. As a bar and pub, Race Bar offers a straightforward drinking experience in a city that is far better known for its UNESCO-listed heritage sites than its nightlife. That relative scarcity of evening options makes a place like this a genuine find for travellers who want somewhere comfortable to sit, have a drink, and mix with the local crowd after sightseeing. Good to know: Ayutthaya is a day-trip destination for many visitors based in Bangkok, but those staying overnight will find Race Bar a convenient evening option. Since no website or opening hours are listed publicly, it is worth checking locally or asking your accommodation for current details before making the trip out to Tambon Phai Ling. As with most casual bars in provincial Thai cities, dress is relaxed and no formal attire is needed.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Race Bar Ayutthaya, round out your day in Ayutthaya with contrasting stops nearby.
Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Also Popular in Ayutthaya
Wat Yai Chai Mongkol Worawihan
Restored Buddhist temple with stupas, plus a huge reclining Buddha & smaller seated ones in a row.

Wat Mahathat
Buddhist temple with ruins, colorful shrines & a famed Buddha head surrounded by tree roots.
Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan
Built by the river in 1324, this ornate temple complex features an enormous, gilded sitting Buddha.
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Striking restored ruins of a 17th-century royal Buddhist temple in a picturesque, riverside setting.
Similar Nightlife & Bars Across Thailand
Nana Plaza
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Khao San Road
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Café del Mar Phuket Beach Club
Upscale beachfront club in Kamala serving sundowners, DJs, and sunset views on Phuket's quieter west coast.
Illuzion Phuket
One of Phuket's biggest nightclubs, sitting at the heart of Bangla Road's famous entertainment strip.
Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: August – October (flooding risk)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
22°C – 38°C(72°F – 100°F)
Crowds
Peak: November – February
Getting there
Train from Bangkok Hua Lamphong (~1.5 hrs, very cheap). Minivan from Bangkok's Mo Chit (~1.5 hrs). Day trip by car from Bangkok is easy.
Getting around
- •Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Boat tours on the river