Bangkok is a fascinating, interesting and amazing city to visit. Like many other capitals, Bangkok never sleeps and there is always activity you can check. Let’s check a top things to do in Bangkok:
Visit the Grand Palace
The dazzling and spectacular Grand Palace is undoubtedly Bangkok’s most famous landmark. It’s an unmissable sight without which no visit to the city would be complete. It was built in 1782 and for 150 years was the home of the Thai king, the royal court and the administrative seat of the government.
Bangkok’s Grand Palace is a grand old dame that continues to wow visitors with its stunning architecture and intricate detailing, all of which are a proud tribute to the creativity and craftsmanship of the Thai people. Also within its walls were the Thai Ministry of War, state departments and even the mint. Today the complex remains the spiritual heart of the Kingdom of Thailand.
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Visit Wat Pho
Wat Pho is a must see for any traveler to Bangkok, it houses the reclining Buddha which is fifteen meters high and forty-six meters long, only the feet are over five meters. The entire statue is covered in gold leaf and looks amazing when you stand up close. There are 108 bowls inside the temple and on the way to the temple you can buy coins for the bowls. The story behind this is that the Buddha completed 108 positive deeds on his way to perfection. While at the temple you can also stop for a while to receive a traditional Thai massage.
Visit Chinatown (Yaowarat)
Bangkok’s Chinatown is a colourful, exotic and pleasantly chaotic area full of stalls and probably the largest concentration of jewelery shops in the city. During major holidays such as the Chinese New Year and the Vegetarian Festival, the dynamism and festive spirit spreads through the city like wildfire, and if you’re there, don’t miss your chance to witness the best of Chinatown Bangkok.
Visit one of numerous rooftop bars
When you are tired of looking top things to do in Bangkok best is to look at the sky and relax in one of the best rooftop bars in Bangkok. From cheap BKK rooftop bars to authentic luxury rooftop restaurants, from cozy Sukhumvit rooftop bar to Bangkok’s biggest sky bar.
Visit King Power Mahanakhon tower SkyWalk
Experience Thailand’s tallest observatory deck when you visit the Mahanakhon SkyWalk
Hop on a multimedia-themed elevator and head to the King Power Mahanakhon’s 74th floor for a sweeping view of the city and climb up to rooftop on the 78th floor and enjoy an exhilarating walk across the world’s largest glass floors
Visit in the afternoon for a memorable sunset experience or late at night for a glittering view of Bangkok
Visit Wat Arun
There are over 31,000 Buddhist temples spread across Thailand and this is one you really want to see.The temple is named after Aruna, the god of dawn. Located on the bank of the Chao Phraya River is this beautiful temple measuring 79 meters in height.
The tower is covered in colorful ceramic and porcelain tiles, making for an incredible sight when captured in the right light. The temple itself is guarded by a pair of mythical giants who keep watch over the temple grounds.
Visit shopping malls
Bangkok is full of malls and wherever you go you can do a proper shopping. From budget MBK to luxurious Icon Siam there is a place for everyone.
Like most malls, IconSiam is dominated by stores, with over 7,000 stores of all types and budgets.
Most people will find their entertainment on the ground floor, which is built in traditional Thai architectural style and also features a floating market. This area combines shops with food stalls and shows showcasing the diversity found in the country’s 75 regions.
Those looking for high-end shopping will find them at IconLuxe, IconSiam’s most impressive area, which is also home to the world’s largest glass wall!
And on the upper floors, you’ll find bars and restaurants, many of which have impressive terraces overlooking the river. As with shopping, when it comes to restaurants there is something for all tastes and budgets, including some with 3 Michelin stars.
And finally, icing on the cake, outside the building, next to the river, every evening there is a light, water and color show!
Jim Thompson’s House
Jim Thompson House is the former home of the late James H.W. Thompson, an American entrepreneur who devoted more than 30 years of his life to reviving Thai silk in the 1950s. The beautiful garden complex is located on the banks of the Saen Saeb canal and houses 6 traditional Thai teakwood houses transported from Ayutthaya and Ban Krua Silk Village. It is a museum and art center showcasing Thompson’s collection of Asian antiquities and Thai silk.
Have a Thai Massage
Regardless of which country you’re from, you’ve almost certainly heard of Thai massage, but nowhere can you experience a traditional Thai massage as well as you would in the country where it originated. Experiencing a Thai massage will give you a new lease on life leaving you invigorated and balanced. They are absolutely everywhere, so it’s worth doing your research to find a good one near your hotel.
Book massageEnjoy Bangkok nightlife
Bangkok offers all kind of nightlife suited for everybody. Be it Khao San road for younger crowd or Nana/Patpong more into adult entertainment.If Bangkok is a city where East meets West, then Khao San Road is the scene of their collision. With travelers from every corner of the modern world, swanky clubs blazing sophisticated sounds, eclectic street stalls, converted VW cocktail bars and food tamed to suit the Western palate, this area is hugely popular with the backpacker crowd who use Bangkok as their them a hub for exploring all of Thailand and Southeast Asia.
Located just outside the BTS station called Nana, there is a place called Nana Plaza, many people think that Nana Plaza is the largest sex complex in the world today. Here you will find many gogo bars filled with Thai women trying to please you at night for a fee. Even if you don’t plan on taking part in any of the girl deals, it’s worth spending some time sitting around having a drink and people-watching.
Visit Lumpini Park
Covering over 500,000 square meters, Lumpini Park offers Bangkokians a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of the city. The name of the park comes from Lord Buddha who was born in Nepal.
It’s not unusual when you walk through the park to see the older Thai generation practicing their Thai Chi or a romantic couple relaxing by the lake. On weekends, the park is filled with people participating in all kinds of activities, so a good time to go is early in the morning or just before sunset.
Take a ride along the Chao Phraya River
Some people call Bangkok the “Venice of the East”, this is due to the Chai Phraya River that flows through Bangkok and all the little canals that feed into it. The river is the lifeblood of Bangkok, even today 50,000 people go to work on one of the many ferries that go up and down. Taking a boat trip on the river is fascinating, as you’ll see high-rise apartment buildings and luxury hotels in one part, while you’ll see wooden shacks and children playing in the water in other parts. Feel free to hop on and off at any of the ferry stops to explore more of the city.
Take a Tuk Tuk ride
While Tuk Tuk is by no means the cheapest or most convenient way of transportation within Bangkok, but tuk tuk ride is a fun thing to do while in Bangkok. Be sure to negotiate price in advance and haggle as much as possible to get cheaper price. In the end you will be ripped off anyway, but it is ok for one-time use.
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