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The 10 Best Nightlife Spots in Chiang Mai, Ranked

Our ranked countdown of the 10 best nightlife spots in Chiang Mai, scored by visitor ratings and review volume.

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1

The North Gate Jazz Co-Op

4.7(5,265)91/1-2 ถนน Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Chiang Mai

A beloved live jazz venue near Chiang Mai's old city walls, open nightly with a buzzing, budget-friendly vibe.

2

MAI The Sky Bar

4.9(1,644)Charoen Prathet Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Chiang Mai

Rooftop bar atop the Melia Chiang Mai with panoramic city views, open nightly from 5 PM.

3

BlackLight CNX

4.9(1,538)48 Ratvithi Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Chiang Mai

A blacklight bar on Ratvithi Road drawing a mixed crowd of locals, expats, and travellers for a lively night out.

4

Zoe in Yellow

4.2(4,728)48, QXRR+F4X, 1 Ratvithi Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai's iconic open-air nightlife complex in the Old City, with DJ music, dancing, and mid-range drinks.

5

Warm Up Cafe

4.3(2,848)40 Nimmanahaeminda Road, Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Chiang Mai

A Chiang Mai nightlife institution on Nimman Road, blending live music, a dance floor, and food.

6

Moment's Notice Jazz Club

4.7(1,350)185/3 Wua Lai Rd, Tambon Hai Ya, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Chiang Mai

A sophisticated jazz club on Wua Lai Road offering live bands nightly in a relaxed, music-first atmosphere.

7

The camellia cafe & music bar

4.7(1,244)RX29+G2H, Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Chiang Mai

A cosy live music bar in Suthep serving casual food and drinks with nightly performances.

8

Surr Bar

4.9(804)8th floor, Art Mai Gallery Hotel, Soi3, Nimmanahaeminda Road, Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Chiang Mai

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

9

Boy Blues Bar

4.7(973)Chang Moi Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Chiang Mai

A live music bar in Chiang Mai's city centre, drawing crowds nightly with rock bands and a buzzing atmosphere.

10

6ixcret show

4.8(789)อาคารไนท์บาซ่าเชียงใหม่ (Night Bazar Building Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Chiang Mai

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

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