Muay Thai, also known as Thai boxing, is the national sport in Thailand. To spend an exciting evening during your trip, join the crowd at the boxing stadium and experience this ancient Thai martial art up close. Wondering where and when you can watch a Muay Thai fight in different parts of Thailand? Discover the most popular Muay Thai boxing stadiums, boxing fight night schedule, and book Muay Thai tickets in various tourist destinations in Thailand.
Muay Thai - Thai Boxing
According to historical records, Muay Thai martial arts appeared in the Middle Ages, when the fighting involved the use of swords, bows, and arrows. In Thailand, this martial art began to be sent to the army to train soldiers on the orders of King Nareusan during 1555-1605. He was one of the bravest warriors of the country at the time and helped Muay Thai become famous.
An official match of Muay Thai must not exceed 5 rounds, each round up to 3 minutes. Two fighters wear blue or red pants. They are not allowed to wear shoes but have bandages around their feet.
As it's the national sport of the country, you can easily find a place to watch Muay Thai fights in different parts of Thailand. The most important Thai boxing venues at the destinations frequently visited by tourists are detailed below.
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Muay Thai Boxing Stadiums in Thailand
If you want to watch a Muay Thai fight in Thailand during vacation, you can discover the complete list of the most popular Muay Thai boxing stadiums in various tourist destinations in Thailand.
As can be expected, the most important Thai boxing stadiums can be found in the capital city of Thailand, Bangkok. While there are at least 9 Thai boxing venues that present the events of Muay Thai in Bangkok, the oldest and most prestigious stadiums are two: Rajadamnern Boxing Stadium and Lumpinee Boxing Stadium. At some venues in Bangkok, you can also watch events for free several times a month.
In case Bangkok and its Muay Thai stadiums are not part of your plan, you can plan a visit to Thai boxing stadium in the following Thailand destinations:
Phuket Muay Thai - there are 6 Thai boxing stadiums on different sides of the island
Thai Boxing in Koh Samui - here you can choose between 2 Thai boxing stadiums
Chiang Mai Muay Thai - the city, where you can mainly choose from 6 boxing stadiums
Thai Boxing Krabi - the place with 3 boxing stadiums in Ao Nang, Krabi
Pattaya Muay Thai - a seaside city with Thai boxing venues that are mainly focused on serving tour groups
Thai Boxing Hua Hin - the place where you can watch Muay Thai at one of 3 boxing stadiums
Muay Thai Khao Lak - when spending your holidays in Phang-nga province, you can choose from 2 Thai boxing stadiums
Thai Boxing Koh Lanta - 2 boxing stadiums on the island that mainly operate in high season (December to May)
Muay Thai Koh Chang - choose from 2 boxing stadiums on the island that are mainly operating in high season
The most popular Muay Thai stadiums in Thailand.
Muay Thai Fight Event Tickets in Thailand
Muay Thai fights are quite an expensive form of entertainment (at least for foreigners), and the pricing level at the same destination tends to be very similar. However, if your Thailand trip plan includes several destinations, you can choose to attend a Muay Thai event at a more affordable place.
Muay Thai ticket prices at different destinations in Thailand:
Bangkok boxing stadiums: starting from 1,000 THB at Rajadamnern Boxing Stadium and at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, but there are also venues where it's possible to see Muay Thai for free (only several days a month).
Chiang Mai boxing stadiums: starting from 600 THB (ticket prices at all Thai boxing stadiums in Chiang Mai are identical).
Koh Lanta boxing stadiums: starting from 1,000 THB at Lanta Boxing Stadium and William Muay Thai Stadium.
Koh Chang boxing stadiums: starting from 900 THB at Koh Chang Muay Thai Stadium.
Hua Hin boxing stadiums: starting from 1,000 THB (ticket prices at three Thai boxing stadiums in Hua Hin are identical).
Khao Lak boxing stadiums: starting from 1,000 THB at Khao Lak Muay Thai Boxing Stadium and from 1,200 THB at Beyond Boxing Stadium.
Pattaya boxing stadiums: starting from 1,000 THB at JF Boxing Muay Thai Stadium and from 1,500 THB at Max Muay Thai Stadium.
Krabi boxing stadiums: starting from 1,200 THB (ticket prices at all Thai boxing stadiums in Ao Nang are similar).
Phuket boxing stadiums: starting from 1,300-1,800 THB (cheapest option in Rawai).
Koh Samui boxing stadiums: starting from 1,500 THB (ticket prices at both Thai boxing stadiums in Koh Samui are identical).
In general, the more popular the tourist destination is, the higher the price of the Thai boxing event tickets can be expected. In case your stay in Bangkok doesn't correspond with the day of a free Muay Thai event, your best bet for seeing Muay Thai fights at an affordable price is Chiang Mai.
For a detailed information on ticket options at each destination, discover Muay Thai Tickets in Thailand.
Muay Thai Fight Schedule in Thailand
In the capital city of Thailand, you can find the country’s most important Thai boxing stadiums. Therefore, you can also expect to see the highest quality fights of Muay Thai in Bangkok.
With 9 boxing stadiums available for your choice, in Bangkok you can find a Muay Thai event on any day of the week. On most days you can choose from 2 or 3 fight events.
To experience the fight night of Thai boxing in Koh Samui, you can choose one of the island's two boxing stadiums that open their doors on alternate days, so you have an event every day, except Thursday.
Chiang Mai is one of the most affordable touristy destinations for watching Muay Thai fights in Thailand. To experience the fight night of Muay Thai in Chiang Mai, you can choose from 6 boxing stadiums. There are 3-4 fight night events every night, except Sunday.
When looking to join the fight night of Muay Thai in Phuket, you can choose from 6 boxing stadiums that are located on different sides of the island. In Phuket you can find a Muay Thai event on any day of the week.
To experience the fight night of Thai boxing in Pattaya, you need to choose between the city's two boxing stadiums. There are normally two fight events a day in the city, as in high season both stadiums are operating daily.
In high season, you can find a fight of Muay Thai in Krabi on any day of the week, as there are 3 boxing stadiums operating in Ao Nang, Krabi.
To experience the fight night of Thai boxing in Hua Hin, you can choose between the city's three boxing stadiums. However, there are only several fight events a week, as the stadiums mainly open on Fridays and Saturdays, with additional events scheduled during high season.
To experience the fight night of Thai boxing in Khao Lak, you need to choose between the town's two boxing stadiums. The two Muay Thai stadiums open their doors on alternate days, so there's only one fight event a day in Khao Lak.
To experience Thai boxing in Koh Lanta, you need to choose between the island's two boxing stadiums that open their doors on alternate days.
To watch Muay Thai in Koh Chang, you usually can choose only one boxing stadium on the island.
A detailed schedule of all the Thai boxing events in Thailand is available here: Muay Thai fight schedule.