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Bangkok has a lot of night markets, and The Neon Night Bazaar is a must visit. Located in a very strategic place, close to malls and other interesting places, this The Neon Night Bazaar offers many things that you can buy. Map of Bangkok. Enjoying coconut ice cream at Talad Neon Night Market. I hope you found this 6 Day Bangkok itinerary useful! We love going for holidays in Bangkok because there are so many things to do here, from shopping to massage places to awesome eateries to night markets to bars and more. As usual please feel free to leave any.
Bangkok or Krung Thep, “ City of Angels“, is like our home away from home. We simply love this vibrant and urban big city with all its life, delicious street food, green and lush parks, a network of rivers, amazing shopping, some of the biggest markets in the world, and of course, its friendly people.We have visited Bangkok many times, often staying for months before reluctantly leaving, and each time we come back we fall deeper and deeper in love with this amazing city!Beneath the dust and chaos, Bangkok is packed with exciting things to do and wondrous places to see. From street-side restaurants with plastic chairs and road-side amulet stalls to and the world’s hippest rooftop bars.From exploring ancient temples to taking a to at the gigantic new Lumpini Stadium, or visiting a colorful flower market. Bangkok has it all and there is never a dull moment when you hit the streets of this city. The Ultimate 3 Day Bangkok ItineraryHere is our ultimate 3-day itinerary with our highlights of what to do in Bangkok. It is a combination of the typical can’t miss tourist sites of Bangkok, but also some corky and off-the-beaten-track places that you will not find in the tourist guides.
If you have less than three days to spend in this big city, feel free to choose parts of this itinerary and mix it up as it suits you best.If you haven’t yet decided on where to stay in Bangkok, have a look at our article on our.Map above: Blue = Sights on Day 1, Pink = Day 2, Green = Day 3. BONUS: We have made a free printable PDF and ePUB version of this Bangkok Itinerary available to our newsletter subscribers. Perfect to print out or carry on your iPad!DAY 1 – Exploring the Ancient Bangkok Chao Phraya River, Temples & Historic SitesDay 1: Grand Palace & The Emerald Buddha Temple, Wat Pho, Wat Arun Temple, Chinatown, and Kao San Road 1. Chao Phraya River. Ferry piers along Chao Phraya riverAfter breakfast (at your hotel or a street stall) take the sky train to Saphan Taksin BTS Station. Jump on a northbound ferry from the Central Pier, also called Sathorn Pier (just a short walk from Saphan Taksin BTS Station) on the Chao Phraya river.You can choose between the public ferry with an orange flag (15 Baht = US$ 0,50) or the more expensive tourist ferry with a blue flag (150 Baht = US$ 4,6).
To fully experience the “real” Bangkok, we recommend that you take the public ferry (orange flag). The rivers and canals are the heart of Bangkok, and it`s cross-river ferries are still the main transportation for the locals.The area along the main river of Bangkok (Ko Ratanakosin) used to be the ancient royal district and this is where many of Bangkok`s most famous attractions are located.Here is also many of Bangkok´s finest hotels with wonderful views of the river. For our recommended hotels in the Riverside area,. Stunning sunset over Chao Phraya River in BangkokJump off at ferry pier no. 9 Tha Chang and you are ready to start your walking tour to see some of the most famous landmarks of Bangkok. You can easily walk in between the temples and sites in this area, but it is best to get an early start as most of these sites close around 3:30 pm and there is plenty to see!
Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)The former home of the monarch, the Grand Palace is located on the ground of the architectural wonder Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The grounds contain more than 100 buildings, all beautifully decorated with gold and diamonds in different colors in old-Bangkok style. The Emerald BuddhaThe Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) is regarded as the most important Buddhist temple in Thailand. Buddhists come here from all over Asia to pay their respects.Located in a beautiful ordination hall, sits the main attraction – The Emerald Buddha, a 66 cm tall figurine beautifully carved in green Jade, clothed in gold fabric.
It depicts the meditation Buddha seated in a yogic posture. It was discovered in the northern part of Thailand in 1434.If you prefer to have an in-depth guided tour where you learn everything about the palace, you can hire a guide at the ticket kiosk. Or you can rent an audio guide for 200 Baht = US$ 6 for two hours.Whatever you do, be wary of anyone who approaches you in this area, speaks perfect English, and tell you that the palace is closed today.
They are often people who want to steer you to a gem or tailor shop where they will get a commission. Even guards and other official-looking people may sometimes try to convince you to go to one of these shops. Opening hours: Everyday 08:30 – 15:30.
Ticket price: 500 Baht = US$ 16. Estimated time: 2-3 hours. What to wear: You must be properly dressed before being allowed entry into the temple.
Wear shirts with sleeves, long pants or skirts and shoes. No tank tops or short skirts. If you’re wearing sandals or flip-flops you must wear socks, so no bare feet. If you show up at the front gate improperly dressed, there is a booth near the entry that provides clothes to cover you up properly. You must leave your passport or credit card as security to borrow extra clothes.
Shoes should be removed before entering the main chapel. Also, when sitting in front of a Buddha image, remember to tuck your feet behind you to avoid the very offensive pose of pointing your feet towards Buddha.3. Wat Pho – Reclining BuddhaFrom Grand Palace, walk (about 10 minutes) or take the ferry one stop to No. 8 Tha Tien Pier. Grab something quick and delicious to eat and drink at one of the many food stalls along the street on your way to Wat Pho.Wat Pho – the impressively reclining Buddha is amazingly beautiful, covered in gold leaf and mother-of-pearl ornaments inlaid in his feet. It is remarkable 46 m long and 15 m high (!!) and illustrates Buddha entering nirvana (Buddha`s death).The Sixth.Tom Yam Koong Dinner The Sixth Bangkok. Address: 6 Soi Tha Tien, Maharaj Road.
Opening hours: 10:30 – 17:30. Closed on Tuesdays and Sundays.5.
Wat Arun – Temple Of The DawnNow it is time to cross the river, so jump on a cross-river ferry from No. 8 Tha Tien to Wat Arun pier (only 3 Baht = US$ 0,09).On your way to the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew you passed this temple with the ferry, so you already know that it is spectacular and atmospheric with its steep piers reaching up in the sky. It is at its most impressive after dark when it is lit up and looks a bit magical and like a fairytale. Unfortunately, it closes before nightfall.Wat Arun Temple Bangkok.Wat Arun Temple Bangkok Wat Arun BangkokThis is my favorite temple in Bangkok. In the middle of this temple lays its most prominent feature, an 82 m high beautifully decorated Khmer-style tower where you can walk up the steep stairs and admire the view of Bangkok and its rivers.
Ah, I love this temple!. Opening hours: Every day 08:00 – 18:00. Ticket price: 100 Baht= US$ 3 per person. Estimated time: 1-2 hour6. ChinatownTime to head onto the famous and vibrant that is located on the opposite side of the river from Wat Arun Temple. So jump back on the ferry that takes you across the river, and jump off at the no. 5 Ratchawong Pier.Bangkok´s Chinatown, called Yaowarat after the main road Th Yaowarat Road that runs through this area, is one of the oldest parts of Bangkok.
It represents the first resettlement of Chinese and dates back to 1782.Here you will find action at all hours and surprises at every turn. When the sun sets this is the street food central of Bangkok and where you will find the, including some Chinese inspired dishes that are not available anywhere else in Thailand. Lots of delicious street food in ChinatownChinatown is a maze of tiny alleyways, centuries-old temples, and hectic markets. Go for a walk through these narrow streets and beautiful buildings, shop Chinese green tea and other Chinese souvenirs, and just watch the life on the streets.This is the place to experience the real and authentic Bangkok, so the best thing you can do is to explore and get a little lost.
🙂 Don´t forget to try some delicious street food at one of the many food stalls.The famous and lovely is located in this area of Bangkok and is the biggest wholesale flower market in town. You will also find delicious and fresh fruits and vegetables here.⇒ 7. Kao San RoadNow it`s finally time to wind down with something cold in your glass or go partying with backpackers, hippies, and hipsters if you still have some energy left.Take a taxi, tuk-tuk or use the Grab App and head over to the famous Kao San Road. Another option is to take the river ferry from no.
5 Ratchawong Pier to no. 13 Phra Arthit Pier. It is right before the Rama VIII bridge. It takes about five minutes to walk from the pier to Kao San Road.Kao San Road is a crazy street packed with partying people, and street stalls selling clothes and souvenirs. The famous Kao San RoadIn Kao San Road you can stroll around among the many shopping stalls selling everything from strange Thai snacks like barbecued insects, hand painted t-shirts, beautiful lanterns, crazy party hats, and fake lonely planet books to leather handbags.Grab an ice-cold Chang beer and relax in a chair at one of the many street-side restaurants and bars while you watch the street life go by, or party hard late into the night if you still have some energy left.
🙂DAY 2 – Discover Modern Bangkok Markets & ShoppingAfter all the sightseeing and temples on day 1, it`s time to dig out your credit cards and go shopping bonanza for gifts, souvenirs and everything you did not know you needed!Day 2: Chatuchak Weekend Market (if the weekend), Siam shopping area, Jim Thompson House, Rot Fai or Asiatique Night Market, or Paragon Cinema 1. Go Shopping Bonanza At Siam or Chatuchak Weekend MarketIf you are staying in Bangkok during a weekend, is a real MUST! Chatuchak Weekend Market is the mother of all markets!
Take the Skytrain to Mo Chit BTS Station, or the underground to Chatuchak MRT station. Chatuchak Market, the biggest outdoor market in the worldChatuchak Weekend Market is the biggest open-air market in the world. It consists of about 15 000 stalls covering more than one km, and it has been in Bangkok for decades. Here you will find just about anything you can imagine, both useful and not so useful stuff. When: Saturdays and Sundays 06:00 – 18:00. What to get there: Well, basically just about everything you can imagine! 🙂.
How to get there: Sky train to Mo Chit station, or the underground to Chatuchak station, and follow the stream of people.If you, however, are in Bangkok on weekdays and not on a weekend, you should instead experience the modern side of Bangkok and visit. Take the Skytrain to Siam Station or Chit Lom Station. Me doing some shopping at Siam Center mallSiam is a! But the malls are more than just great places to shop, they are social hubs where the locals hang out in air-conditioned comfort away from the heat. The brilliant food court at the Central Embassy mall serving delicious Thai foodThe vendors do not accept direct payment so before heading in among the stalls, pick up a voucher at the cash desk. You can redeem any unused value at the cash desk when you leave.
Menus are available in both Thai and English.Take your time and walk around the different stalls and try to sample a few different things rather than fill up on one dish.Some of our favorite Bangkok food courts are:. Food Republic at Siam Center 2nd floor – This modern food court combines style and comfort with excellent food. Slightly more expensive than some food courts but the restaurant like ambiance and large portions make it a great choice.
Siam Paragon – The ground floor of the gigantic Siam Paragon shopping mall is one huge food exploration center. The food court has a bewildering amount of dishes from every corner of the world. It’s loud and noisy but great fun. MBK shopping mall (5th & 6th floor) – The mother of all Bangkok malls have no less than two food courts.
Fifth Food Avenue on the fifth floor is a little more upscale and a quieter than the cheaper and much busier MBK Food Center on the sixth floor. Have a look at both and marvel at the selection of food, pastries, and desserts available. Central Embassy – The EatThai food court occupying the ground floor of the luxurious Central Embassy mall has a unique concept, serving food from every corner of Thailand.
Sample delicious Thai food and desserts from the north to the south and everything in between just by walking among the many stalls. This is a high-end food court with slightly higher prices but a pleasant dining atmosphere.3. Jim Thompson HouseAfter some more shopping in these fancy and super big shopping malls, take a detour from modern Bangkok to explore a bit of its history. The Jim Thompson House, which is kind of like a museum, is located close to Siam Square and is just a short walk away from the shopping malls.The is a fascinating one, and quite a mystery too! Jim Thompson, born in America, is the man who made Thai silk famous around the world and one day disappeared. His lovely house and garden is now a museum, and is well worth a visit!A guided tour of the garden and house, as well as a demonstration of how Thai silk is made and Thai dance, is included in the cheap ticket.Jim Thompson House Jim Thompson House Bangkok.Dancer at Jim Thompson House Bangkok Dancer Jim Thompson House BangkokThe house also has a silk shop where you can find beautiful gifts and souvenirs, and a very nice restaurant/cafe tucked away in the green and lush garden serving delicious Thai food. You can find Jim Thompson shops, selling beautiful silk products and clothes, all over Thailand.
Address: 6 Soi Kasemsan 2, Rama 1 Road (take the Sky train to the ´National Stadium´ stop, and follow the signs). Webpage:. Ticket price: 200 Baht = US$ 6 (100 Baht for those under 22 years old).
Opening hours: Every day 09:00 to 18:004. Night Market Or The CinemaNight Market. Asiatique Night MarketIf you are keen on some more shopping, Bangkok has several nice night markets.
Our favorite is the Talat Rot Fai Market, of where there are actually two at different locations. The original one is far out of the city, so the recently opened and slightly smaller is easier to reach.Take the MRT to Thailand Cultural Centre Station, walk through the Esplanade mall, and you will be right at the Talat Rot Fai Market.This cool market is all about retro. Here you will find stuff like vintage retro clothes, vinyl, and kitschy antiques.Another highlight of this market is the food as there are several cool food trucks and mobile VW-van-based-bars and pubs. It is much more than just a market, but also a hip and cool place to hang out and meet people. Opening hours Talat Rot Fai Market: 18:00 – 01:00. Address of Talat Rot Fai Market: Th Ratchadaphisek.
How to get to Talat Rot Fai Market: Take the MRT to Thailand Cultural Centre, and walk through the Esplanade mallAn alternative, if you want a more upscale market with plenty of restaurants, cafes, shops, a Ferris wheel, and different entertainment shows, head for the popular by the river. To get there, take the Skytrain to Saphan Taksin BTS Station, and jump on the free Asiatique shuttle ferry from the Central Pier/ Sathorn Pier. The ferry runs every 15 minutes or so. Opening hours Asiatique: 16:00 – 23:00. How to get to Asiatique: There are frequently free shuttle boats from the Sathorn/ Central Pier which run from 16:00 until 23:30.CinemaIf you´d rather wind down and enjoy some modern entertainment, head for the cinema. Bangkok has some of the best cinemas in the world, showing Hollywood movies in English with Thai subtitles.Go to Paragon shopping mall (Siam square) and take the escalator or lift up to the 5th floor where they have 4D cinema and IMAX cinema. Paragon is the best cinema complex in Bangkok, with both 4D, 3D and IMAX (all together they have 15 large-sized theaters). There are monitors at the entrances of Paragon mall, displaying an overview of which movies are showing and at what time.Sink down into the comfortable cinema chair and end your busy shopping day relaxing with some popcorn (and/or beer) watching the latest Hollywood movies in 4D or IMAX.
Oh, and by the way, don’t forget to stand during the tribute video to his majesty the king that is shown before every movie!DAY 3 – The Best Of The Rest Lumphini Park, Golden Mount & SkybarDay 3: Lumphini Park, Golden Mountain Temple, Pad Thai at Thipsamai, and the Moon Bar 1. Slow Morning By The Pool Or Floating MarketAfter two intense days packed with sightseeing and shopping, it is time to wind down and spend the morning soaking up some sun by the pool. You deserve it! The amazing rooftop infinity pool atAlternatively, if you want some morning action, you can visit one of the popular floating markets of Bangkok. The most famous of them all is the over 100-year old Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.
Nowadays, however, it is a bit touristy with boats selling souvenirs between exotic fruits, vegetables, and snacks. But it is still a fun experience.The residential canals in this area are peaceful and great to explore by boat. The market opens around 07:00 in the morning and closes around noon, and it takes about 1,5 hours to drive there one way, so get up early.It is a good idea to do the Damnoen Float Market as an organized tour since it is a bit out of the city.
We recommend the Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets & Bridge on River Kwai Tour –. Opening hours Damnoen Saduak Floating Market: 07:00 – 12:00. Address: Damnoen Saduak, Ratchaburi2. Lumphini ParkAfter this laid-back start of the day, head out and hop on the Skytrain to Sala Daeng BTS Station, or take the MRT to Silom MRT Station.When you get out of the station, walk across the street and you will find yourself in, Bangkok’s green lung, and biggest park. It is loved by both Bangkok citizens and visitors. We love it too!
Lumphini Park – the lovely green lung of BangkokThe park is beautifully maintained and is perfect for a stroll or some relaxation on the grass or on one of its benches. If you visit it in the afternoon, however, around 17-18 o`clock, you can also watch or participate in the aerobics taking place in the park. Great fun!Oh and by the way, if you are there at 18 o’clock, you will suddenly hear a song being played over the speakers. Don´t freak out when everyone around you stops running and stands still for a few minutes. Just do as they do. It is a song played in tribute to his majesty the king. Golden Mountain Temple (Wat Saket)After all this walking on the ground among the green, it is time to get up in the air and see the Bangkok skyline. Take a taxi or use the Grab App (a 10 min drive) to.
The beautiful Golden Mount temple on top of a hill with an amazing view of Bangkok – perfect for sunsets. Opening hours: Every day 08:00 – 19:00. Ticket price: 50 Baht = US$1,50 per person. Estimated time: 1-2 hours4. Eat Bangkok’s Best Pad ThaiThe nearby restaurant has some of the best Pad Thai in Bangkok!
Not bad considering that they sell Pad Thai EVERYWHERE in this city. You can easily walk there from the Golden Mount (5 min).Thip Samai also has the most delicious freshly squeezed orange juice I have ever tasted! It is really fresh and full of flavor!.Superb Pad Thai at Thip Samai Pad Thai at Thip Samai.Orange Juice at Thip SamaiThe first time we ate Pad Thai at Thip Samai was on a. We have been back several times after that!
🙂. Address: 313 Th Maha Chai, Banglamphu. How to get there: It is best to take a taxi or tuk-tuk here.
Opening hours: 17:00 – midnight.5. Drinks At A Rooftop BarTop off your three days Bangkok visit with some fancy drinks at a rooftop bar. We recommend on the 61st floor at.Let the wind blow through your hair while you admire the magnificent view of Bangkok`s skyline! Nothing beats this ending, and it will for sure make you love this city and long to return.
Ayutthaya Temples & River Cruise –. Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets & Bridge on River Kwai Tour –There you go, our three days itinerary packed with what we consider it the “heart” of Bangkok. Three days is in our opinion not enough time to spend in this magnificent city. A week is more what we would recommend, then you have time to really enjoy yourself and your time in Bangkok and also have some time to relax.There are so much to do and see in this amazing city.
If you like markets, check out some other of.Or enjoy a romantic on the beautiful Chao Praya river while the sun casts its last golden rays on the ancient temples.How about joining a “” or is a “” more of your thing? If you seek some more action, you should head over to Lumphini Stadium for some.The options and variety of things to do in Bangkok are almost endless!
Hope you enjoy this city as much as we do! Where To Stay In BangkokBangkok offers a wide selection of accommodation for all budgets, and you will have plenty of choices when it comes to finding the right place to stay.Bangkok is pretty affordable when it comes to accommodation, so you can get some really good deals and even find five stars hotels very cheap compared to other places in the world. However, accommodation prices do vary greatly with the season. Below are some of our favorite hotels in Bangkok. We have stayed at all of the hotels below. Awesome rooftop infinity pool atIf you’d like to stay along the river without breaking the bank, the new Avani Riverside hotel is a great alternative to the usual riverside luxury hotels. Rooms are super comfortable with fantastic views overlooking the Chao Phraya river and the fantastic rooftop infinity pool is probably our favorite in Bangkok.If you’re looking for a mid-range option close to Bangkok’s famous Khao San area, then the Casa Nithra comes highly recommended.
The rooftop swimming pool is lovely, the rooms comfortable and the breakfast has plenty of options. It’s located in a quiet area, yet Khao San is just an easy walk away.Hotel Icon is a small hotel centrally located on Sukhumvit road. The rooms are fresh and modern, big and comfortable with all the usual comforts such as flat screen tv, aircon, and free Wi-Fi. The rooftop swimming pool is great!⇒ For more accommodation options and tips on which areas of Bangkok that suits you best, read our complete guide to.
What To Bring To BangkokBangkok is hot all year round and gets very humid during the rainy season from June to October. Below are some of the essentials you need before heading to Bangkok, along with some links to Amazon.com for more information. Travel Insurance - Bangkok has some excellent international hospitals, but they aren't cheap. In fact, Thailand is among the worlds most expensive places to be hospitalized. With travel insurance costing just a few dollars a day and potentially saving you thousands of dollars if something happens, you really can't afford to go without. We've used in the past, and they offer an excellent service for backpackers, vacationers and short-term travelers alike. Read why.
Map - A good map of Bangkok is a must. Our favorite map is. The map is accurate, durable, and also contains Skytrain & MRT maps, plus it has a lot of great tips about what to see and do in Bangkok by people that have lived there and know the city. It's really like a mini travel guide in map form. Filtered Water Bottle - The tap water in Bangkok is not safe to drink. To help save the environment and reduce the serious problem of plastic bottle waste, consider bringing a filtered water bottle such as the.
Noice canceling headphones - While not strictly necessary, I'm not getting on a 10+ hour flight again without my!. Sunscreen - Sunscreen lotion often contain whitening in Thailand, so bring some from home. Walking sandals - A good pair of walking shoes are an absolute must. We have been using our for years. Clothes for temples - For entry into religious temples and the Kings Palace you need to wear long trousers and a top/ t-shirt that covers your shoulders.
We recommend getting something light and breathable that packs down small. Power adapter - Make sure you can use your electronic devices in Thailand by bringing a travel power adapter.
Our favorite is the. It is small, light and sturdy and can also charge USB devices. Sunglasses - Bring a good pair of sunglasses. Walk around day pack - A small walk around is highly recommended. We travel with; that comes with a useful detachable daypack. For stand-alone daypacks, we like the with its anti-theft design. Camera - Don't forget a camera to document your adventures in Bangkok!
Check out our article on for our recommendations 🙂Travel GuidesWe used the travel guide on our trip. You can get that and other great books by clicking on the pictures below:PIN IT FOR LATER!Hover over the pictures below and press the red Save button that pops up:Have you been to Bangkok? Do you agree with our three days Bangkok itinerary? What would you recommend for a first-time visitor to Bangkok?
Please leave a comment below. If you liked this and found it useful, please share it on social media. 🙂Disclosure: Some of the links in this article are affiliate links, and we will earn a small percentage of the sale if you purchase through them at absolutely no extra cost to you! Thank you! ♥. I’ve been to Bangkok a couple of years ago and spent most of my time in bed, sick (totally under the weather). So, out of 2 weeks vacation I got about 1 week to explore and saw most of this stuff (like the temples and the Jim Thompson house and of course the Lumphini Park), but just realized I missed on a lot of stuff!
We’ve been meaning to return to Bangkok soon, so this guide is totally what we need. (we have a private joke that I should start rating hospitals abroad because I always get sick lol). Hi Kasia,If you want to get out of town for a bit then a trip to explore the former Siam capital of Ayutthaya, with its temple ruins, is very nice. There are plenty of tour operators arranging these, and they can be combined with a river cruise.Another popular trip is to the Damnoen Saduak floating market. Personally I think it has become too touristy these days, but if you can get there before the busloads of tourists it can still be a nice experience.If you would rather stay in the city and learn a bit more about its history and workings, then the trips offered by Bangkok Vanguards and Expique are both excellent choices.We have done a few of their tours, you can read more about our with Bangkok Vanguards here, and our with Expique here.They have a lot of different trips on offer and are both socially conscious companies that do a lot of good for the communities.Have a great time in Bangkok!
Read your writing and its awesome! Im outta idea planning my own iti for 3-day-stay in BKK. Glad that I found this.
Anyway I have few questions that I think you could give me some thought of it (hope you dont mind).1. Well, could say youve visited so many places in a day and mostly those attractions are closed quite early (I might say), so what time you left your hotel in the morning? In order to be able to explore those places?2.
Im thinkin of stayin at any hotel along the Khao San Road, do you think its is accessible for me to catch up all those interesting spots you mentioned in your writing? Or you have any better suggestion? (well, Im a solo traveller so budget hotels just fine for me LOL)Thanks Maria, hope o hear from you soon! (I didnt manage to Google translate greetings in Norwegian language, so couldnt impress you. Haha.)Good day!
Hi Edmund.ani,1. You are right, this is a busy schedule if you want to squeeze in this much in each day. We got up pretty early and left our hotel around 8/9 in the morning. You can choose to only see one of the three temples/palaces, and choose either Grand Palace, Wat Pho or Wat Arun, and not all of them.2.
Khao San Road is a good place to stay. It is not the most accessible place to stay if you want to use the metro or Skytrain to get around the city, as Khao San Road is not close to a metro or skytrain station. But it is possible to walk to the river and take river ferry to the temples and palace along the river. It is also easy to grab a taxi and tuk-tuk from Kao San Road. Be aware of scams in the Kao San Road though, as this is very common in this area.Our favourite areas to stay in are around Sukhumvit Road and Lumphini Park.Hehe, thanks for trying to find a greeting word in Norwegian! That is so sweet of you!
Good day = God dag, Bye = Hadet, Thanks = Takk, and Hi = Hei. 🙂Have a great trip to Bangkok!
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I am sure you will love it just as much as we do! Hi Brittany,The closest beaches I would recommend from Bangkok are in Hua Hin and on Ko Samet. Both are quite nice and can be reached in 3-4 hours from Bangkok.Hua Hin is a small city with lots of restaurants and hotels. It is a fairly popular among both Thais and tourists, although it is usually not too busy. The beach is beautiful with many km of sand, but it almost disappears at the full moon high tide. It is also a popular destination for kitesurfing because it can be quite windy there.Ko Samet is an island, so you need to take a short ferry ride when you get off the taxi/bus. It is very popular with both visitors from Bangkok and Pattaya and can get very crowded at times since it is a fairly small island.
If you are going on the weekend or during a holiday, it might be smart to book a hotel in advance. It is probably the closest you can get to the south Thailand island beach life this close to Bangkok.Have a great trip!. Thanks Maria for this itinerary. Though I am Asian (Filipino), I chose to follow a European’s eye as it gives me a different and new perspective on what to expect.
Your blog helped me and my family a lot specially on the train and boat rides and exploring the temples. Though we haven’t followed all of it, your guide has given us tons of ideas during our travel in Bangkok. When are you coming over to the Philippines? I’m excited to see how you would describe our delightfully chaotic country. Thanks a million, Cam! So glad our Bangkok guide could be of help.China Town in BKK is awesome! We have been to China Town several times before, but only when we went on a guided walking tour did we learn the real story of this old and fascinating area of Bangkok.
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Such an interesting and important part of Bangkok’s history and soul.The great thing about missing out on China Town is that you have a great excuse to visit Bangkok again! 🙂We have not been to Ayutthaya or Kanchanaburi yet, so have to go back to Bangkok soon.Thanks for commenting, Cam!-Maria-. Awww, thank you so much, yen!! Your comment made my day! 🙂We have not stayed at the Marvin Suites yet, but it looks like a great hotel. It seems like it is within walking distance to a Skytrain station (Surasak or Chong Nonsi), and they have a free shuttle that takes you to the Skytrain station if you don`t want to walk. Then you will easily be able to get around to all the tourist spots.
Good choice of hotel.If you are looking for some more hotel recommendations, check out our article on where to stay in bangkok.Have a great trip to Bangkok!-Maria-. Hi Rachel,The temples, shops, and restaurants are normally all open as usual around New Year. But it might be a little different this year, due to the fact that the king of Thailand just died and this might affect the opening hours of the Royal Grand Palace and the surrounding temples.We do not yet know how the king`s death and that the country will be in grief a whole year will affect the opening hours of temples. There will probably be a lot of religious ceremonies at the temples, especially during holiday seasons, and they will probably close for tourists during these ceremonies.Have a great New Years Eve in Bangkok!
We have celebrated seven New Years Eves in this great city, and loved every one of them! They have fireworks at Siam Square and Lumphini Park, so these are good places to be close to around midnight. I`m sure you will have a great time!-Maria-.
Hi Julie,Thank you so much! Glad to be of help!As for elephants, I do not recommend that you visit one of the many elephant riding camps that are all over Thailand. They are awful and cruel to the animals! We went on an elephant riding trip close to Railey once, and it was the worst! They hit the elephants so bad that one of them started bleeding! I just wanted to cry, I felt really bad and will never ever do that again.I do however recommend that you go to one of the elephant sanctuaries, like Boon Lotts Elephant Sanctuary outside of Bangkok where they treat elephants like they should be treated, with respect and love.
Read more of this fantastic place over at my friend Katie`s:Have a great trip to Bangkok!! Hope you find a nice place to see elephants, that also takes good care of the elephants.Happy travels!-Maria-. Hi Thonnie,Thank you so much!
The Centara Grand Hotel at Central World is in connection to the Centara Grand Convention Center and would the perfect place to stay during your convention. It is a bit expensive, though, being a five-star hotel, but the hotel is lovely!The Centara Grand Convention Center is in the Siam area of Bangkok. There is a lot of hotels in this area. We have written a guide where we list hotels that we recommend in each area of Bangkok. Check out which hotels we recommend in Siam area here:Have a great trip to Bangkok!-Maria-.
Hi Marc,So happy to hear that our itinerary helped you out when planning your trip to Bangkok! We will actually be in Bangkok ourselves at the end of January.
Really looking forward to it!When it comes to budget accommodation, Khao San/ Banglamphu is considered the cheapest backpacker area. Khao San does however not have any Skytrain stations, or underground/metro.
So bus, ferry, tuk-tuk and taxi are the transportation options if you stay in Khao San.Here are our views on the different areas of Bangkok, with suggestions on hotels and hostels in each area:I would recommend staying in Sukhumvit or Silom area, these areas have both underground, metro and Sky train.Have a great trip to Bangkok!-Maria-. Hi Raj,Sorry, I don`t know the Pattaya area that well, have only been there once.
Some friends of us have a house in Pattaya, and they use to go to Koh Samet (an island south of Pattaya) and say it’s beautiful. We like Hua Hin better than Pattaya. The beach is nicer and the town itself has more charm.As for Bangkok, you can do this itinerary for three of the days, and then maybe one day to Ayutthaya, 80 km north of Bangkok. Ayutthaya was the old capital of Thailand, or the Kingdom of Siam, from 1350 to 1767.
It is full of Buddhist temples, palaces, monasteries, and statues. It is a really nice place to go for a day-trip.Have a great trip to Thailand!-Maria-.
Hi Camille,Lucky you who are going to Bangkok in July! Yes, as far as I know, the opening hours are up to date also in July.There are no areas of Bangkok that are unsafe for solo travelers. But of course, you should always be careful and look after yourself and your belongings. Be aware of scams, especially men and women who approach you and speak perfect English and say that they are English teachers and that the temple you are heading to is closed today. Then they will say that they know how to get you into the temple and can sell you a “special” ticket, way overpriced and not even valid.
It is also common to be driven to tailors and governmental gem shops by taxi and tuk-tuk drivers against your will (they get money for driving tourists there by the shop). But there is nothing to worry about, Bangkok is a safe city.Have a great trip to Bangkok!-Maria-. Hi Choy,Taxi is definitely best and easiest as there is no airport rail link from Don Muang Airport.There are, however, two airport bus lines from Don Muang:– A1 which stops at BTS Mo Chit, and the Northbound Bus Terminal– A2 which stops at BTS Mo Chit and BTS Victory MonumentYou can take bus A2 to Victory Monument, and taxi from there (about 15 min taxi ride but it might take longer if there is heavy traffic).There are also public buses from Don Muang (on the highway in front of the airport). Bus no 59 stops near Khao San Road. It runs all day and night and cost about 40 Baht.Have a great trip to Bangkok!-Maria-. Chatuchak Weekend Market was awesome!
I highly recommend it too and glad it’s on your list! Get a map however, the stalls do have some order to the chaos.
Love that you also have taking a river tour from Taskin. This was a highlight for us. We had been to Bangkok so many times and until we took that tour, we don’t feel we really saw Bangkok.Another tip for your readers. A great relatively inexpensive hotel near the Taskin Bridge and Saphan Taskin Skytrain is a place called House of Phraya Jasaen.
The place has themed rooms that were designed by the owner who is a professor at the Interior Design School in Bangkok. The rooms are awesome! Some shaped in all round objects including the bed, one in a jail theme, one cars, one bottles, others too.
A great place and people!. Hi Mareli,Thank you! Happy to hear that you like our Bangkok itinerary and find it useful! This is the perfect Bangkok itinerary for November 2017.There are so many nice places to see in Thailand.
Since you don`t fancy beach destinations, then I would suggest heading up north to Ayutthaya (a 2 hour drive outside of Bangkok) to see the ancient capital of Thailand. Further north is the city Chiang Mai popular for trekking, wildlife and hiking (1 hour flight from Bangkok).Have a great trip to Thailand and enjoy the Monkey Festival!!-Maria-. Hi Ilene,Thank you so much! Glad to hear that our Bangkok itinerary could be of help to you! Wow, cool that you are going to stay at the Loy La Long Hotel! It is pretty unique and has a beautiful location right by the river.Hmmm, sorry I don`t have any recommendations for spas or Thai massages.
There are plenty of places offering Thai massages in Bangkok, and many of the big hotels have really nice spas that also have Thai massages.Have an awesome trip to Bangkok! And enjoy your stay at Loy La Long Hotel!-Maria-. Hi Raschelle,Thank you so much! Sorry, I don`t know anything about wedding gown tailors in Bangkok.
There are tons of tailors in Bangkok so you will have no problem finding one that can do wedding gowns, the problem is finding a good one! There is a lot of scam and untalented tailors in Bangkok, so you should ask around and check carefully. Maybe the hotel you are staying at has a tailor they recommend.Have a great time in Bangkok and good luck with finding a good wedding gown tailor!-Maria-. Hi Aniruddha,It really depends on what you want to see and what your interests are. With only one full day in Bangkok, you could follow Day 1 in this itinerary. Take the sky train to Saphan Taksin station and jump on a ferry from Sathorn/ Central Pier station on the Chao Phraya river.
Get off at the Grand Palace and go sightseeing at this beautiful palace, and continue to Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun. They are all located along the river.Spend the afternoon in Chinatown or Khao San Road (where all the backpackers are), or go to Siam area for some dining and shopping, or maybe see the Thompson House.Have a great couple of days in Bangkok!-Maria-.
Hello Maria,Couldn’t have been more happier to read your post. This definitely gives me amazing leads for my planned trip to Thailand in July (.I know but this is the only time I can travel due to School holidays in the Gulf).I will be traveling with my wife & 10 year old son. I am planning to stay 3 nights each in Pattaya, Phuket & Bangkok. Will this be sufficient to see at least the top attractions in each of the places? Feel free to add/remove to make it a great holiday experience.Thanks a ton!. Hi Richard,Thank you so much! Glad our article was of help to you when planning your stay in Bangkok!Hmm, if I were you I would skip Pattaya.
Groovy Map Bangkok Day Market Square
We have been to Pattaya twice, and it is not the best or prettiest place in Thailand, even the beaches are not that nice. You should instead spend more time in Phuket/ Krabi area, like visit the islands Ko Lanta and Ko Phi Phi. We stayed several weeks in Ko Lanta and loved it, also Railay is really nice.July – October is normally rainy season, but you might get lucky and there will only be minor rain in the afternoon. The rain is usually in short, heavy bursts.Have a great trip to Thailand!!-Maria-. Hi Yukti,Thank you so much!We have not seen the Siam Niramit Show yet, but I know people that have and they liked it. It looks like a nice show. You can see the.NO, the Chatuchak weekend market is not open on Friday evening.
Chatuchak is a day-time market, only open on Saturdays and Sundays at 06:00 – 18:00 o´clock. So you should try and visit the market on Saturday morning.Another option for you could be the Asiatique Market that is open every evening, also Fridays. It is located by the river and is a market with plenty of restaurants, cafes, shops, a Ferris wheel, and different entertainment shows. Opening hours Asiatique: 16:00 – 23:00 every evening. To get there, take the Skytrain to Saphan Taksin BST Station, and jump on the free Asiatique shuttle ferry from the Central Pier/ Sathorn Pier.
The ferry runs every 15 minutes or so. Or you can take a taxi.Have a fantastic trip to Bangkok with your mother!-Maria. Facts.
Bangkok has the longest name for a place: Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Ayuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit. Bangkok is however normally just called Krung Thep or Krung Thep Mahanakhon – city of Angeles. The city has officially 8 160 522 registered inhabitants (2007). It is the fastest growing city in the world. The city has over 1000 skyscrapers. Bangkok is one of the most popular tourist destination in the world with over 15 million visiting tourists each year.