Sukhumvit
5.3 miles from city centre
Business or pleasure? A cornucopia of neighbourhoods spiral off the largest road in Bangkok. Pass on Asoke – the main business district – and dive into the ‘sois’ (sub-streets) for true variety. Eat yourself silly in Phrom Phong, full of Japanese restaurants, or hang out with the fun, flush and fabulous in Thong Lo and Ekkamai's upscale eateries.
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Siam
2.2 miles from city centre
Commerce is at the heart of modern Siam. Siam Paragon and the Siam Centre are filled with cell-phone clutching fashionistas and tech-savvy tinkerers shopping for clothes, electronics and more. Bounce on over to the petite designer stores in Siam Square for a more boutique shopping experience – or head to MBK for souvenirs, electronics and more.
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Sathorn
3.3 miles from city centre
Sathorn is Bangkok's Financial District, its sights mainly confined to office blocks, hotels and embassies. However, it's not all abacus-flicking and bean counting. Arts aficionados should try out M.R Kukrit’s Heritage Home: the abode of a former Prime Minister, it’s a gem of Thai architectural style.
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Silom
2.5 miles from city centre
All roads lead to Silom, where a stroll between modern skyscrapers and historic temples reveals the district's many contrasts. Grasp (or gasp) at a snake in safe surroundings at the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute. At night, swing from the chandeliers in Soi Patpong, known for its naughty nightlife.
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Khaosan
0.6 miles from city centre
Khao San is a backpacker’s paradise. By day, this bustling street brims with stalls that flog t-shirts, pirate DVDs and crafts. By night, it’s an altogether different animal. Under the garish glow of neon lights, revellers cavort between happening hostels and booming bars. If you seek more serene pursuits, take a breather at Wat Phra Kaew temple.
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Riverside
1.8 miles from city centre
Pop a champagne cork and slither into thousand thread-count sheets in Bangkok’s capital of luxury living. Try Asiatique for dining and décor, or head to River City Shopping Complex for unique bric-à-brac. Then hop on a riverboat and pootle past the magnificent Wat Arun temple. At sunset, it’s a scene that never fails to take the breath away.
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Bangkok is undeniably one of Southeast Asia’s most exuberant capital cities. The city centre is an enticing mix of old buildings, giant shopping malls and holy shrines, which take days to fully explore. Go in search of souvenirs in the Chatuchak Market, and visit the gleaming temples of Wat Arun and the Grand Palace’s Wat Phra Kaew, the latter regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.
After dark, Bangkok’s legendary nightlife kicks in. Take a walk down Khaosan Road, famous for its endless selection of busy bars, restaurants and street food vendors, all packed together beneath a jumble of blinking neon lights. Pad thai is the signature dish, but eats like mango sticky rice and ‘Gieow’ – a minced pork wonton wrapped in yellow dough – are also well worth trying.
Getting around in Bangkok is an attraction within itself, whether it’s balancing on the back seat of a tuk-tuk in Chinatown, or gliding among the floating markets on a long-tail boat. You can also travel by metro or on foot, and the airport is just over half an hour away by train or taxi.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | THB 100 = £2.18 |
| Language | Thai |
| Average weekend price | £56 per night |
| Average weekday price | £55 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Mo Chit Northern Bus Terminal
4.9 miles from city centre
Khao San Road
0.6 miles from city centre
Victory Monument
2.2 miles from city centre
Chatuchak Weekend Market
4.3 miles from city centre
Nana Plaza
3.4 miles from city centre
Arab Street
3.4 miles from city centre
Siam Paragon Mall
2.1 miles from city centre
Baiyoke Tower II
2.4 miles from city centre
Platinum Fashion Mall
2.3 miles from city centre
Central World
2.4 miles from city centre
I like to visit temples and there are many around Bangkok.
22 April 2024
I like to visit temples and there are many around Bangkok. Some are spectacular. You need time to visit them. The food is great especially if you like spicy. It is easy to get around using their public transport. Or plenty of taxis, tuk-tuks or motorcycle taxis. The people are very friendly and when shopping for souvenirs you can barter. There are some taxis/tuk-tuks who see a tourist and think they can make money by charging an inflated fare. Always take a metered can, they have a light on the windscreen so you know. And if you think a tuk-tuks fare is too high walk away and find one you think is a good price. Before visiting a temple google the dress code there.
I had the most thrilling experience on my first trip to...
21 April 2024
I had the most thrilling experience on my first trip to Thailand - I chose to visit during the Thai New Year (Songkran), and it turned out to be one of the most memorable adventures of my life! The warmth and hospitality of the locals added to the charm of this already mesmerizing destination. I can't wait to go back and relive those exciting moments again!
Visited the Ratchadamri shopping district, Chatuchak weekend...
17 April 2024
Visited the Ratchadamri shopping district, Chatuchak weekend market, Chinatown (Yaowarat), Wat Arun, Silom and Thong Lo among other places. Food is cheap and available almost 24 hours a day, although the 10% service charge mandated by many restaurants and establishments in return for basic service felt exorbitant, a sentiment that is apparently shared by the locals as well. Public transport-wise, buses tend to be old and unwelcoming for inexperienced travelers, whereas the MRT and BTS services are clean and comfortable. Grab rides are near indispensable for medium-distance travel. Oftentimes it was a challenge to communicate with service crew, as many struggled with basic English, even at the airports and tourist hotspots. Overall, an eye-opening experience but will bring a Thai phrasebook next time.
1) seafood paradise
16 April 2024
1) seafood paradise 2) Shopping attractive 3) Traffic lights make even a short distance a suffering 3) Big language barrier at almost all age/education levels 4) Signage and directions are not tourist-friendly, almost everything in Thai language 5) Very fancy malls, but high prices except in sale season
The grand palace is a must to see, with wat pho.
16 April 2024
The grand palace is a must to see, with wat pho. It’s really easy to get around Bangkok, you can get a taxi everywhere. Be careful with the tuk tuk, negotiate they are pretty expensive, the taxi meters are the cheapest ones. In the street you can get amazing pad Thai, and local food.
Bangkok is a very interesting destination but unfortunately...
15 April 2024
Bangkok is a very interesting destination but unfortunately we were only there for one night, we would have liked to stay for at least another day. We used a Tuk Tuk, We went on a traditional boat through the canals. An experience!
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