Best Nightlife & Bars in Chiang Mai

71 places found in Chiang Mai

Discover the best nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Northern Thailand's cultural capital surrounded by mountains Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore more, our curated selection highlights the top-rated nightlife & bars that Chiang Mai has to offer, complete with ratings, reviews, and practical visitor information.

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Watanabe Live Music Bar

5.0(326)

QXWV+4MW, Wichayanon Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand

A live music bar on Wichayanon Road in Chiang Mai's old city, drawing locals and travelers nightly.

The Simple

4.9(672)$$$$

104 Ratchapakhinai Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A live music bar in Chiang Mai's old city with nightly bands, strong drinks, and a famously welcoming owner.

MAI The Sky Bar

4.9(1,783)

Charoen Prathet Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

Rooftop drinks above the Melia, best timed for the hour before sunset while it's still quiet.

Euphoria Cocktail Lounge

4.9(512)

205 Sri Poom Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A sophisticated cocktail lounge on Sri Poom Road serving creative, quality cocktails until 3:30 AM nightly.

Chill out bar

4.9(300)$$$$

Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand

A beloved budget dive bar in Chiang Mai's old city, known for exceptional cocktails and an unforgettable owner.

HONG's Sky Bar

4.9(520)

153 Sridonchai Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

Rooftop bar and dining at the InterContinental hotel, open nightly from 4 PM with panoramic city views.

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Surr Bar

4.9(909)

8th floor, Art Mai Gallery Hotel, Soi3, Nimmanahaeminda Road, Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Rooftop bar atop Art Mai Gallery Hotel in Nimman, offering city views and a lively evening atmosphere.

BlackLight CNX

4.9(1,652)

48 Ratvithi Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A UV-lit Old City bar where the crowd mixes fast and nobody leaves when they planned to.

Hidden Gem

BAR NOT FOUND

4.9(151)$$$$

161, 90-91 Sri Phum, Tambon Si Phum, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A hidden cocktail bar in Chiang Mai's old town, celebrated for wildly creative drinks and a memorable entrance experience.

Gladwell Cocktail Bar

4.9(289)$$$$

247 Mun Mueang Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A craft cocktail bar in Chiang Mai's Old City, praised for inventive drinks and a genuinely welcoming team.

Hidden Gem

The Continental Bar

4.9(182)

53 Nimmana Haeminda Rd Lane 5, Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A well-regarded bar on Nimman's lively Lane 5, drawing locals and travelers for relaxed evening drinks.

Hidden Gem

GREAT SHOT BAR CNX

4.9(224)

Thanon Arak, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A cocktail bar in Chiang Mai's old city where the bartender crafts inventive, boundary-pushing drinks with flair.

Hidden Gem

Thuub by The wall (The 5th Wall)

4.9(98)

6, 2, Tambon Hai Ya, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

A tucked-away cocktail bar inside THEE Kashatharn Hotel, serving carefully crafted drinks in an intimate setting.

Hidden Gem

Chiang Mai OriginaLive - The First Indie Livehouse in Chiang Mai

4.9(125)

QXMV+J4C, Phra Sing, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

Chiang Mai's first indie livehouse, serving cold Singha and showcasing local and independent live acts nightly.

Hidden Gem

Troubadour Blues bar

4.9(150)

2 7 Chang Moi Kao Rd, Changmoi, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand

A hidden gem blues bar near Chiang Mai's old town, drawing repeat visitors with live music and great atmosphere.

Hey Bar @chiangmai

4.9(299)

18, 5 Rachaviti Road, Siriphum, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A cozy, welcoming bar on Rachaviti Road with a relaxed vibe, friendly staff, and solid cocktails.

CMBC Chiangmaibarcompany

4.9(297)

127 Huay Kaew Rd, Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Hipster dive bar in Nimman with vinyl DJs, strong sound system, and unbeatable happy hour deals.

SPACE BAR CNX

4.9(35)

2 MoonMuang Rd Lane 2, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

A tucked-away bar near Chiang Mai's old city, known for friendly staff and strong cocktails.

Nophaburi Bar

4.8(512)$$$$

75/1 samlaan Rd., Phasingh, Mueang, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Thai-inspired craft cocktails in a cool old city setting, open nightly from 6pm.

Hidden Gem

Roo Bar Chiang Mai

4.8(112)

67/1 Soi Kamphaeng Din 2, Tambon Chang Moi, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

A Harley-themed rock bar where nobody hustles you for drinks and the owner actually sits down for a chat.

The Extend Bar

4.8(344)$$$$

1, 1-2 Ratvithi Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Lively karaoke bar in central Chiang Mai open nightly until 4 AM with happy hour and premium spirits.

Hidden Gem

Jungle Night Bar

4.8(59)$$$$

19 Mun Mueang Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A rooftop canal-side bar in Chiang Mai's old city serving cocktails in a relaxed, atmospheric setting.

6ixcret show

4.8(877)

อาคารไนท์บาซ่าเชียงใหม่ (Night Bazar Building Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

A well-regarded nightlife venue inside Chiang Mai's iconic Night Bazar Building on Tha Phae Road.

Bitter Truth Bar

4.8(321)

95, 2 Samlarn Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

A hidden gem cocktail bar on Samlarn Road, earning devoted repeat visitors with inventive, layered drinks.

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When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?

The best months for Chiang Mai are November – February, and the rainy season runs May – October.