Temple, Pagoda, Historic building

Wat Pho is one of the oldest and most extensive Buddhist temple complexes in Thailand and ranks among the top monuments. Although it is one of the most visited places in Bangkok, due to its vastness, there is no headache except in a few places and the whole complex does not feel as touristy as it might seem. [btn "Get secret deals at booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-pho] A visit to Wat…

Palace

The Grand Palace is the most visited landmark in Bangkok and for many people the main reason to come to the city in the first place. If you only plan to see one historic site, it will probably be this one. It is not one palace, but a vast complex of buildings, temples and courtyards that was built in 1782 after the capital was moved to Bangkok. Today the royal family no longer resides here, but the symbolic value of the site is still…

Temple, Historic building, Pagoda

Wat Phra Kaeo (also called Wat Phra Kaew) is the holiest Buddhist temple in Thailand and the spiritual heart of the country. It is located on the grounds of the Grand Palace and without a visit, the Royal Palace would be an architectural backdrop. Most people come for the Emerald Buddha. But few people know how special a place it really is for Thailand. 👉 For handy information on admission fees, opening times and transport, check out the Grand…

Temple, Historic building

The Buddhist shrine Wat Arun, in Czech the Temple of Dawn, is one of the three most important Bangkok temples after Wat Pho and Wat Phra Kaew. [btn "Book hotels in advance at a discount" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-arun] Located right on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Wat Arun is one of the most photogenic sights in Bangkok and the most prominent landmark of the old city. Although it is…

City Quarter, Street, Club, Bar

Kahosan Road (more commonly spelled separately as Khao San Road) is undoubtedly the most famous, liveliest and wildest street not only in Bangkok, but in all of Southeast Asia. [btn "Compare the cheapest hostels in Bangkok on booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-kaho-san] Today, the name Khao San actually refers to the wide area around this famous avenue in the Bang Lamphu district and is the…

City Quarter, Bar, Club

The Sukhumvit district, with a number of similarly named streets distinguished only by numbers, is located in the eastern part of modern Bangkok and is one of the main centres of entertainment, vice and accommodation. [btn "Choose a quality international hotel on booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-sukhumvit] Unlike the more famous Khaosan Road in Old Bangkok, Sukhumvit is a much larger, more…

City Quarter, Bar, Club

Bangkok's Silom district is an electrifying place that changes its face not only street by street, but also hour by hour. The most interesting part can be found for less than a kilometre around the main Silom Road from Lumpini Park towards the river. Don't forget to explore the adjacent perpendicular streets of Patpong, Sala Daeng and Thanyia. [btn "Choose a quality international hotel on booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html…

Temple, Lookout

The Buddhist temple Wat Saket is one of the most visited places in Bangkok. It is not so much the vast temple complex that attracts attention, but the small shrine at the top of the "Golden Mount". [btn "Get secret deals at booking.com" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-saket] The Golden Mount is one of the few elevated places in Bangkok and offers the best views of the entire city. Golden Mount -…

Temple, Statue

The Buddhist temple Wat Paknam Phasi Chaoren, shortened to "Wat Paknam", can be found on the very western edge of Bangkok away from the main tourist streams. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-wat-paknam] Located in a beautiful quiet area filled with water canals, we think it's one of the most beautiful temples in the entire city. As of 2021, it also boasts the tallest…

Temple

Wat Benchamabophit Temple, also known as Marble Temple, is one of the most beautiful monuments in Bangkok and the most visited Buddhist temple. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-marble-temple] The temple complex is one of the smaller ones and it will take you less than half an hour to visit. Also visit one of the royal residences nearby , Dusit Palace. The gleaming…

Lookout, Skyscraper

314 metres above Bangkok. The highest viewpoint in Thailand. A glass floor, open terrace and one of the few experiences in the city that gives you a real context of how huge Bangkok is within minutes. If you're wondering if the Mahanakhon SkyWalk is worth a visit - here's my honest answer: yes, but only if you know when and why to go. (And you have to take into account that I'm not that objective, because I have a big soft spot for…

Lookout, Bar, Skyscraper

Akara SkyHanuman is something completely different from the classic Mahanakhon view. You won't find a glass walkway or a "mere" view over the city. What you get here is a multi-level 360° panorama with cultural elements, interactive zones, themed installations and a live evening program. Akara is located on the rooftop of the One City Centre skyscraper (floors 58-61) and the highest observation deck with its iconic rooftop bar is at 276 metres…

Temple, Statue

The golden statue of the seated Buddha, located in Wat Traimit temple in the city centre, is one of Bangkok's most valuable religious statues and most visited sites. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-zlaty-buddha] The Golden Buddha is shrouded in many legends and mysteries, and just the fact that it is unknown exactly when, where and how the statue was made adds to its…

Market

More than 15,000 stands. Up to 200,000 visitors every weekend. Chatuchak Weekend Market is one of the largest weekend markets in the world - and one of the places to get lost, literally and figuratively. You can run through it in half an hour. Or you can spend a whole day here and still not see everything. What is Chatuchak and why is it called "JJ Market"? It's not just a tourist market with a few souvenirs. Chatuchak is a city within a…

Market

Although many promotional photos of Bangkok show the floating markets so popular in Thailand, you won't actually find many of them in the city. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-taling-chan] The biggest one is in the Taling Chan district, and if you don't have time to head to the Amphawa or Damnoen Saduak floating markets about an hour and a half outside of Bangkok (see…

City Quarter

Talat Noi is the most authentic part of old Chinatown. Don't expect sights or organized attractions. The atmosphere is the best value. Narrow streets, rusting auto workshops, old Chinese houses, small shrines and cafes in former warehouses create an environment that feels more like a movie set than a tourist district. If you're looking for a quieter and more photogenic alternative to Bangkok's bustling Chinatown, you're right. [btn "The 10…

Historic building, Park

The huge complex of royal and government buildings north of the historic centre, which are built in a large public park, is collectively known as the "Dusit Palace". [btn "The 10 best hotels in Bangkok" https://booking.com/city/th/bangkok.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-bangkok-dusit] Dusit may not be one of the most exposed tourist sights, but if you have an extra 2 hours in Bangkok, head here for the tranquility of the vast park and discover the…

City Quarter

Chinatown Bangkok is the liveliest and most chaotic part of the old city. The main artery of Yaowarat Road turns into one of the most intense street food centres in Asia in the evening. If you want to see Bangkok at its busiest, this is where you get it without a filter. Bangkok's Chinatown is the largest Chinatown in terms of population outside of China itself and is one of the most popular tourist destinations. What is Chinatown Chinatown…

Gateway

The Giant Swing (Sao Ching Cha) is one of the oldest landmarks of historic Bangkok. The red wooden structure over 21 metres high stands directly in front of Wat Suthat temple and often remains in the shadow of more famous landmarks such as the Grand Palace or Wat Pho. Still, it has its place in the city's history - and if you're passing through Old Bangkok, it's definitely worth a quick stop. What is the Giant Swing and why is it here The…