Chiang Mai Nightlife

Chiang Mai nightlife is focused on three main areas: travellers gathering at the bars around Thanon Moon Muang and Thanon Ratvithi in the old city; locals preferring the scene on Thanon Nimmanhemin; and everyone coming together at the music venues along the River Ping. Chiang Mai has live music everywhere, from restaurants and bars to clubs and hotels, while the city's gay scene is centred on the sois (side streets) off Thanon Chotana.

Citylife (www.chiangmainews.com) heads up the free magazines with information on local events and culture in Chiang Mai. Most can be found in hotel lobbies as well as cafés and restaurants geared toward travellers. Useful websites include One Stop Chiang Mai (www.1stopchiangmai.com) and Chiang Mai Mail (www.chiangmai-mail.com).

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