Bangkok Attractions and Sightseeing

What to See and What to Do in Bangkok

Bangkok is as intoxicating as it is diverse; a melting pot of exotic aromas, interesting sights and visual delights. It's a city with infinite layers which you need to explore to reveal its hidden secrets. If you're planning a trip to Bangkok - or Krung Thep as it's called in Thai - make sure to allow enough time to see some of the treasures that has given this city iconic status. At least three to five days. In this section we feature some of the highlights and traditional must-see attractions.


10 Must See Temples

There are more than 400 disseminated in Bangkok and everyone rushes to three most famous ones: Wat Pra Kaew, Wat Arun and Wat Pho. But then, what other temples are worth visiting and why? where are they? Read More...

 
Amphawa Floating Market Amphawa Floating Market

Amphawa is the second most popular floating market near Bangkok, not as large as Damnoen Saduak but more authentic, with visitors almost exclusively Thai. Read More...

Kidzania Bangkok Kidzania Bangkok

Kidzania is the very latest and without a doubt the most innovative addition to the edutainment scene in Bangkok... an it's even fun! Read More...

 
Taling Chan Floating Market

Just few kilometres outside Bangkok is the charming Taling Chan Floating Market. It has everything you need to spend a good day and is far more genuine than the famous markets. Read More...

TOP10 Attractions
Top 10 Must Do in Bangkok

Today, while the city is up to speed with modern times, the grandeur and glory of its illustrious past prevails. Be it the temples, spectacular palaces, floating markets or Chinatown. Read More...

 
Bangkok Unusual Top 10 Unusual Sights

A city rich with contrasts, Bangkok is a fertile breeding ground for the strangely beautiful and beautifully strange – some are easy to spot, other oddities take a little longer to discover... Read More...

5 Floating Markets around Bangkok 5 Great Floating Markets

We visited them all and here is our report - What we liked and what we didn't like! Do you really have to wake up ludicrously early? Does it cost much to get there? Not necessarily! Read More...

 
Bangkok Best Rooftops Top 10 Rooftop Bars

Fusing an imaginative setting, a creative drink list and a view to kill, these Top 10 Rooftop Bars have done justice to the city less appreciated for its urban scenery than a time-honoured culture. Read More...

10 Off Beat Things to Do

Been there, done that in Bangkok? Explore these off-the-beaten-track sights and discover what you might have missed.  Read More...

 
10 Wild Sights in Chinatown

For anyone with a sense of adventure, a day lost among the many market alleys and street food vendors of Chinatown can be the most memorable of any spent in Bangkok. Check out our 'must see' list... Read More...

10 Restaurants in Pratunam

The Pratunam area of Bangkok divides opinion: to some it is hot, cheap and overcrowded, while others claim its one of the most charismatic and fun districts in the city. Read More...

 
7 Movie Experiences

From 40 baht in Bangkok oldest theater to 3,000 baht in the mysterious 'Enigma' Cinema at Siam Paragon, how much are you willing to pay to watch the same movie and what do you really get for your money? Read More...

Most Popular Attractions
The Grand Palace The Grand Palace

If there is one must-see sight that no visit to Bangkok would be complete without, it's the dazzling, spectacular Grand Palace, undoubtedly the city's most famous landmark. Read More...

 
Jim Thompson House Jim Thompson House

Jim Thompson's house serves as a museum showcasing Thai architecture and art. The house, located along one of Bangkok's few remaining canals, originally came from outside Bangkok. Read More...

Wat Pra Kaew Wat Phra Kaew

Temple of Emerald Buddha, or Wat Phra Kaew, is the most important Buddhist temple in Thailand. It enshrines a highly revered Buddha image carved from a single block of jade. Read More...

 
Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)

The spire (prang) of Wat Arun on the bank of Chao Phraya River is one of Bangkok's world-famous landmarks. It sits on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya riverbank. Read More...


 

Bangkok Attractions Guide

All Attractions A to Z

Bangkok can be overwhelming, travellers may feel lost amidst its constantly evolving skyline. Besides Buddhist temples, shopping malls and naughty nightlife, the city has a lot to offer. Read More...

 
Attractions by Areas

Every street has its secrets, every corner lurks some new hidden charm. This section's mission is to help you find them, to impart the wisdom it normally takes locals years to acquire. Read More...

Bangkok Temples

Bangkok's dazzling temples are part of the city's heart and soul - and it's most famous count among the Orient's most iconic must-sees: Wat Pho, Wat Arun. Read More...

 
River & Waterways

Bangkok has evolved along the banks of the Chao Phraya River and its adjoining canals. It still breathe life into the city and continues to play an important part in the city daily life. Read More...

Bangkok Seashell Museum

At first, Bangkok Shell Museum appears to be a place addressing only conchologists and other shell collectors, and in a way it's not untrue, a shell museum seems a geeky place to visit on a holiday, especially in a big city. Read More...

 
Thai Auto Vintage

Thai Auto Vintage is a relatively new shop on the outskirts of Bangkok, run by a group of car lovers and managed by khun Anuchai. It doesn't appear to be a huge collection at first as restored cars are often snapped up before they are completed. Read More...

Bangkok Food Tour Bangkok Food Tour

If you’ve always wanted to try some of the great street food Bangkok has to offer but have been too afraid to ask, or even venture in to some of the local restaurants, then the Bangkok Food Tour is a great initiation. Read More...

 
Khlong Lat Mayom Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market

Khlong Lat Mayom is one of the three floating markets located close to Bangkok and really has the charm and authenticity of a local market. Read More...

Bangkok Floating Markets

Try relaxing on a boat tour of Damnoen Saduak. The floating market boats are piled high with tropical fruit and vegetables, fresh coconut juice and local food cooked from floating kitchens. Read More...

 
Bangkok Art Galleries

Bangkok has a small, yet vibrant art scene, where small private or commercial galleries promote emerging artists. Gallery hopping is a great way of getting a taste of the local scene. Read More...

Bangkok Museums Bangkok Museums

Bangkok's many museums exhibit some of the most sublime, and strangest, collections of relics you can imagine - a wonderful insight into Thailand's colourful culture and heritage. Read More...

 
Lumpini Park Bangkok Parks

Bangkok boasts a handful of lush and verdant parks. In this bustling metropolis, where traffic never seems to dwindle, tranquil parks offer an ideal retreat from the city's madness. Read More...

Palaces and Mansions

A fascinating insight into Thailand's rich culture, Bangkok's heritage is reflected in its palaces and mansions such as Vimanmek Mansion and Jim Thompson House. Read More...

 
Places of Worship

Bangkok is a crossroads where people of different races and religions have for centuries converged. Part of its success lies in its ability to integrate these immigrant groups peacefully. Read More...

Bangkok Zoo & Animal Parks

Bangkok is filled with places where kids can see animals at play. Dive with sharks, play with butterflies, wrap a python around your neck or ride a paddle boat in a crocodile-infested pond? Read More...

 
Shrines & Spirit Houses

Homes for down-and-out spirits, these cute little constructions are a small but rather splendid symbol of Thailand’s religious diversity. Read More...

Bangkok Artist's House The Artist's House

Located along a canal on the Thonburi side of Bangkok, the Artist's House (Baan Silapin) is a difficult attraction to find and just finding it has a little taste of success Read More...

   
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