Bangkok Magazine

When coming up with a list of free things to do in Bangkok, we wanted to pick a top ten that included more unusual and rarely thought of free activities and sights, avoiding too many temples and shopping malls. Read More...

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...

When it comes to eating in Pratunam, there are an exciting number of restaurants and vendors catering for tourists from every corner of the globe. Read More...

By popular demand, we explored through the hot nights of Bangkok for the best Ladyboy Bars and found quite a few: five in Nana Plaza, one in Soi Cowboy and a couple in Patpong, but after visiting them all here is the verdict. Read More...

If you want a guaranteed hit for the small children in your family, then Funarium Indoor Playground in Bangkok is the place to go. This large entertainment area may look like a warehouse from outside. Read More...

Sonic Nightclub on Ekkamai provides a different vibe to the other clubs that line this famous nightlife area of Bangkok. Hosting live bands and with a minimalist warehouse feel, it’s the place to come to unleash your indie rocker. Read More...

Pratunam district in Bangkok deserves its place as a tourist destination. As well as offering great value accommodation and interesting street food it is a fantastic place to shop. Read More...

Bangkok is synonymous with amazing shopping and fabulous malls. Think of yourself as a hardcore shopper? This mile of shopping incorporates over 4,300 shops and covers around 1.2 square kilometres. That is a lot of shopping! Read More...

Bad Motel is a multi-purpose, three storey shophouse that is turning heads on Bangkok’s ultra trendy Thong Lor street thanks to a style best described as ‘demolition chic’. Read More...

This overnight river cruise to the amazing Ayutthaya city has all the ingredients of the ultimate voyage. Such travel excursions leave footprints in your mind long after friends, family and foe have turned green with envy looking at your photographs. Read More...

Bangkok has no lack of majestic temples but some really stand out with their unique architectural identity. Despite being quite near Khaosan Road and next to the well known Wat Saket, the superb Loha Prasat is not often talked about. Read More...

Located half way between Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Bangkok, Mega Bangna is the latest mega mall in town. This 35,000 square metres low rise shopping mall is mainly known to be home of IKEA but also 450 retail shops. Read More...

Whether it’s from a cabaret shows or even from a personal encounter many travellers to Thailand are fascinated by the beauty of the third gender. But how to tell? Read More...

Blue Sky is a stylish and intimate rooftop bar and restaurant near Chatuchak, on top of the Centara Grand Lad Prao Hotel. Read More...

Stepping into the Bookshop Bar on Sukhumvit 38 is like entering Tim Burton's version of Alice in Wonderland. It's not just about (great) cocktails, this is easily one of the most incredible bars in town. Read More...

From the famous designer Ashley Sutton and located under the Novotel Silom, Maggie Choo's is both a restaurant and a bar, a place like nothing we have seen before in Bangkok or beyond. Read More...

Bash Nightclub is at the forefront of a new-breed of Bangkok clubs, filling a hole in the clubbing scene by offering all-night partying in a cool and classy environment. Read More...

Bangkok is crammed with clubs and events happening seven nights a week, but if you want to see how Bangkokians really party you should get down to Slim & Flix in the famous RCA. Read More...

Made even more famous by hosting the Hangover II boys during filming in Bangkok, Sky Bar rooftop at Lebua State Tower offers one of the best views in the city. Read More...

If you are looking for somewhere chic to have a sunset cocktail or to enjoy a rooftop dinner, then Zense rooftop is a great choice. The view is fantastic, from the horseracing track to the lines of traffic moving slowly out of town at the end of the day. Read More...

32 floors above Bangkok’s premier party street on Sukhumvit Soi 11 you will find Above Eleven, a chilled-out Central Park inspired rooftop bar, set out over two floors. Read More...

Cheap Charlie’s is a legendary dive bar in Bangkok and the kind of place that, when mentioned, people who used to live in Bangkok will say, “Is that place still open?” It’s not just open; it’s thriving. Read More...

Bed Supperclub's tubular elliptical structure and sleek, white, space-pod interior are trademarks of the club that changed the Bangkok clubbing scene forever when it opened in 2002. Read More...

With cabanas set in sand, oversized daybeds to laze back on and an impressive cocktail list, Nest is one of the best bars in Bangkok in which to relax and chill out. Read More...

Bangkok nightlife is legendary and for good reason. The city is buzzing seven nights a week, with world famous mega-clubs and underground haunts attracting revelers from every corner of the planet. Read More...

Narz is a nightclub housed inside a glass-fronted mansion with three separate rooms to explore and enjoy.  It is a late night club that gets busiest after 02:00, playing hip hop and R&B upstairs and pumping trance in the main room. Read More...

If you love shopping then bring an extra suitcase to Bangkok. The city deserves its reputation as Asia’s shopping capital, with so many malls, boutiques and markets that you could easily spend a year here and not have covered all of it. Read More...

Bangkok is a real treasure trove of vintage delights, whether you are looking for a new/old outfit or a desk made from a 1950s Mercedes. There is nothing more fun than rummaging through racks and boxes to find something special and unique. Read More...

Asiatique has become one of my favourite spots for to spend an evening. There are plenty of choices for a drink or dinner, you can take a ride on the big wheel and it is easy to get around. But the best thing about it is the selection of over 1,500 shops.  Read More...

Siam Center’s re-launch in January 2013 brought a different kind of shopping experience to Siam: over 200 international and Thai brands including the boutiques of some brilliant promising local designers as well as renowned Thai couturiers. Read More...

Although there are plenty restaurants and nightlife along Silom Road, one Thai staple that was missing was a shopping mall. Thankfully the recently renovated Silom Complex Read More...

Visiting a Thai market is always a great experience, a window on Thai daily life and Klong Suan 100 Year market is really a living museum. Read More...

Terminal 21 offers some of the best shopping in the city with hundreds of funky boutiques under one roof and floors themed around some of the coolest cities in the world. Read More...

Palladium World is a shiny and freshly renovated shopping mall on the edge of the Pratunam area of Bangkok. This five storey building is home to bargains galore with most shops and stalls selling certain items of clothing for 100 baht... or even less! Read More...

With a central location, some of the friendliest staff in Bangkok and comfortable rooms JW Marriott Hotel offers a relaxing stay in the heart of the city. Located on Sukhumvit Road only minutes from public transport Read More...

Buddy Boutique Inn is an ideal hotel for those who are for great value in the heart of the action, but want more style and substance than a basic guesthouse. Located down a small lane just off Khao San Road. Read More...

A beautiful boutique hotel with vintage touches that is secluded but with many of Bangkok's best loved sights only a short boat ride away. Read More...

Casual and spacious guestrooms with full kitchens, combined with a host of leisure facilities, make Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri an ideal family or long stay location between Silom and Sukhumvit Road. Read More...

Stylish and private, Park Plaza offers 95 superior and deluxe rooms with modern facilities and wonderful staff who create a personal, homey atmosphere. Read More...

iCheck Inn Silom is a smart and friendly place to stay on bustling Silom Road offering service with a smile and decent facilities at great prices. Read More...

The Peninsula feels like a hotel from another age, where customer really is king and diligent staff compliment classic design to create an atmosphere of lavish tranquility. Read More...

With 498 luxurious guestrooms built above the trendy Terminal 21 shopping mall - and both the skytrain and subway connected to the hotel - Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit has an enviable location and impressive facilities. Read More...

Hua Chang Heritage is a centrally located boutique hotel with a unique design mixing traditional Thai and opulent European elements together in a renovated period building. Read More...

Location and amenities put this 5 star hotel at the top of the Sukhumvit pack for business and provides a luxurious and calming stay for all types of traveler in downtown Bangkok. Read More...

Resort living with a traditional Thai vibe and 5-Star luxury make Anantara Riverside a precious hotel for those who tire of city high-rise hotels, but still want to be close to it all. Read More...

A modern collection of studio, one and two bedroom apartments that offer stylish accommodation in a central and convenient location. Read More...

From the moment you enter the majestic lobby to the moment you lay down on their plush beds, Siam Kempinski delights with five star luxury and service. Read More...

Renaissance Hotel in central Bangkok has got it just right. The location is ideal, close to the BTS and walking distance from some of the best shopping malls in town. The rooms are well designed. Read More...

Towering high above every other building in Bangkok, the Baiyoke Sky Hotel is full of activities to keep the whole family entertained, including nine separate dining options and the highest lookout point in Thailand. Read More...

Galleria 10 is a modern and funky hotel, perfect for those looking for a great value room with some style, with a handy location on Sukhumvit Road between Nana and Asoke Sky Train stations. Read More...

The 380 rooms of stately luxury found at the Grand Hyatt Erawan are matched by impeccable service and an unbeatable location on Bangkok's 'shopping mall mile'. Read More...

When it comes to dining in Bangkok, the question is not what, where, or even when to eat. The options are endless, so why not start with these Bangkok Best Dining Experiences? Read More...

Bad Motel is a multi-purpose, three storey shophouse that is turning heads on Bangkok’s ultra trendy Thong Lor street thanks to a style best described as ‘demolition chic’. Read More...

Bangkok’s blend of skyscrapers and temples create a unique skyline and we have picked five of our favourite restaurants in the city that offer something a little different for those who want a great view to accompany their meal. Read More...

Not many people have discovered the delicious food at DB Bradley. The restaurant, located on the ground floor of The Eugenia Hotel makes you feel like you have stepped back in time and that Bangkok’s traffic jams are far away. Read More...

Thais, expats and the few travelers who make the effort to discover it are unanimous - the combined charm of a heritage house, exceptional service and the renowned culinary flair of Chef Ian Kittichai makes Issaya Siamese Club an outstanding restaurant. Read More...

The new Beaulieu takes a step forward and innovates with two distinct concepts. In an elegant dining room, the restaurant serves the excellent cuisine we know and love whilst the outdoor terrace serves tapas in a relaxed and easy going atmosphere. Read More...

Sukhumvit Soi 38 offers a great initiation into Thai street food. Located only a few steps from the BTS at Thong Lor, it is a real contrast with the smarter restaurants that line Sukhumvit Road. Read More...

It’s easy to see why the Jazzy Brunch at the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit is one of the most popular Sunday activities here in Bangkok. Taking over an entire floor of the hotel and encompassing the best dishes served in their restaurants. Read More...

Finding decent fish and chips in Bangkok was never an easy feat until Snapper opened on a small lane just off Sukhumvit Soi 11. At this bright and airy fisherman themed restaurant they serve a decent range of classics and sea food platters Read More...

Steve Cafe & Cuisine is tucked away on the riverside, far from busy streets, with no easy access and with no big signage. It's almost as if you have to be worthy to find it. Read More...

Sra Bua a fine-dining restaurant that serves cutting edge Thai cuisine unlike any you will have ever seen before. Well-known Thai favourites have been turned inside out, and every dish is a treat for the eyes – as well as the taste buds. Read More...

Enoteca Italiana is without a doubt one of the most successful Italian restaurants in Bangkok, well-known and popular among long time residents. It is full every day and it would be impossible to just show up and ask for a table. Read More...

La Table de Tee restaurant is a real find: somewhere you can enjoy well-presented, delicious French food in an intimate romantic setting. What sets it apart from the crowd is that the five-course inspired set menu is only 950 baht per person. Read More...

Cafe Claire at the Oriental Residence is a discreet restaurant on Wireless Road in Chidlom area but makes it to our Best Restaurants in Bangkok. Read More...

The purr’fect place to escape the city and relax, this feline-themed lounge is one place where cats, not humans rule; from the puss-inspired balcony to the tasty kitty-shaped treats you get to eat. Read More...

Sukhumvit Road Soi 3/1 is the largest enclave of Arabic, Middle Eastern and Indian restaurants in Bangkok and is the place to go for authentic, regional halal cuisine. Read More...

Food Courts in Bangkok are as numerous and as central to life as tuks-tuks and temples, and are the best places to sample a wide range of really cheap and really tasty Thai food. Read More...

What does a life-sized Yoda statue, a 19th Century diving helmet and Spiderman have in common… give up? They are all part of the furniture at Tuba, a bar and restaurant in Bangkok where nonconformity is a fashion statement. Read More...

Sukothai Hotel is famed as an oasis of absolute calm in the middle of Bangkok, with lush green lawns and gentle bird song. This feeling is amplified as you step into the grounds of Spa Botanica. Read More...

Let Them Eat café has taken the Queen of France’s words to heart, serving up a capsule collection of delicious French patisseries and cakes with the occasional Thai twist. Read More...

Angel City Diner is a 24-hour burger bar with all the trappings of classic Americana: glistening steel high chairs, big comfy booths, a neon jukebox and eye popping burgers to fill the biggest of appetites. Read More...

Following on from the success of sushi trains, izakayas and teppanyaki, the latest Japanese dining concept to hit Thailand is ‘robata’ – and Akanoya Robatayaki is the first and only place in Bangkok to try this unforgettable restaurant experience. Read More...

If you want a dinner that’s sure to impress, one of Bangkok’s amazing rooftops guarantees success. Of them all, none serve up such delicious food or provide the fantastically attentive service that Vertigo restaurant at Banyan Tree does. Read More...

Sangthong (translated as Golden Light) is a local restaurant with an impressive pedigree – the original branch and corresponding family recipe has been serving delicious plates of crispy pork belly, Chinese red pork and roast duck for over 50 years. Read More...

Benihana Japanese Restaurant offers guests two of Japan’s most popular dining options with a fusion-sushi section, and several cooking islands for teppanyaki (hot plate cooking). Read More...

Scarlett Wine Bar and Restaurant on the 37th floor of the Pullman Hotel Silom serves great international cuisine with superb views of the ever changing sea of skyscappers in Bangkok. Read More...

When it comes to dining in Bangkok, the question is not what, where, or even when to eat. The options are endless, so why not start with these Bangkok Best Dining Experiences? Read More...

Recognised for many years as one of the best Thai restaurants in Bangkok, Bo Lan is not your everyday local eatery. This is the kind of place to invite your discerning friends or when you want to impress visitors who think they tried it all before. Read More...

A refined atmosphere and delectable Cantonese cuisine are the hallmarks of Mei Jiang Restaurant on the ground floor of The Peninsula. Read More...

Serving a fusion of Californian and Asian dishes, Leapfrog is a stylish and chilled-out restaurant, whether you are looking for tapas and cocktails or an intimate three course meal with wine. Read More...

Vieng Joom On is a famous Thai tea house from Chiang Mai, which opened on the ground floor Emporio Place on Sukhumvit Soi 24 in early 2012. They are well known for their blends of black, green and herbal teas and Thai inspired cakes and desserts. Read More...

Bringing you a Balearic vibe straight from the shores of Ibiza, Tapas on Silom Soi 4 is a three level establishment encompassing a restaurant, bar and club that has a Spanish villa feel and plays the best funky, Latino house music in Bangkok. Read More...

Not many people have discovered the delicious food at DB Bradley. The restaurant, located on the ground floor of The Eugenia Hotel makes you feel like you have stepped back in time and that Bangkok’s traffic jams are far away. Read More...

Adhering firmly to the unwritten law of decent Bangkok eating which states that no frills eateries often serve up the most intriguing food, is Lek Seafood. Read More...

There is enough to see and do at Siam Park to spend an entire day here, with a large area dedicated to a water park with exhilarating slides, and a separate amusement park with some fantastic rides for both small and big kids. Read More...

Fantasia Lagoon is a relatively large and attractive water park built on the roof of The Mall Bangkae, very near Bangkok compared to the famous Dream World or Siam Park and it only costs 100 baht! Read More...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Did you ever wonder how and where the iconic Tuk Tuks of Bangkok were made? Can you buy one? Yes you actually can and here is how much it costs... Read More...

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...

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...

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...

This open warehouse contains eight fabulously gilded barges restored or built by His Majesty the King. Have a look up close at their iridescent details and craftsmanship. Read More...

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...

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...

The Human Body Museum in Siam Square is weird and amazing exhibition of 14 dissected real human bodies coming from Japan. Read More...

Created in 1984 by former chief archivist Dome Sukwong, the 'Thai Film Museum' is a charming museum kept alive by a small group of enthusiasts and it has a surprisingly rich collection considering its modest size. Read More...

Travelling the Chao Phraya River at night, with the temples lit-up along the banks, is one of the must-do experiences in Bangkok, and the luxury of the Apsara truly is a cut above the majority of boats travelling this well-worn tourist trail. Read More...

Do you think visitor with no experience could catch themselves a 150kg, 2 metre long river monster near Bangkok? It’s not such a ridiculous idea and even you could do it at Amazon BKK Fishing Lake in Nakhon Pathom Province. Read More...

When it comes to eating in Pratunam, there are an exciting number of restaurants and vendors catering for tourists from every corner of the globe. Read More...

Spa Intercontinental Bangkok is a sanctuary above the city, offering a range of luxury treatments including the reviving Tok Sen massage from Northern Thailand and many other Asian specialities. Read More...

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...

With 40 golf courses around Bangkok, it can be hard to choose, so we have compiled 5 of the very best together - each of them guaranteed to impress. Read More...

Finding an activity that is fun and engaging for all the family is a tough ask, but without a doubt Flight of the Gibbon, a little way out of Bangkok, has done it by mixing the right elements of exciting zip-lining action. Read More...

Yoga is an ancient form of Hindu practice that promotes balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. Read More...

Damnoen Saduak is the most popular floating market in Thailand, great for photo opportunities, food, and for giving you an insight into a bygone way of life. An early morning start is worth it to avoid the heat and catch Damnoen Saduak at its liveliest. Read More...

Thailand is well known for ladyboys and Calypso showcases them doing what they love the most: dressing up to the nines and miming to Cher. Read More...

The best way to get a taste of Bangkok’s past is to explore the klongs (canals) on a long-tail boat. On the west side of the river in Thonburi you can get glimpses of what Bangkok was like before the skyscrapers and six-lane expressways. Read More...

Travelling the Chao Phraya River at night, with the temples lit-up along the banks, is one of the must-do experiences in Bangkok, and the luxury of the Apsara truly is a cut above the majority of boats travelling this well-worn tourist trail. Read More...

A moonlight dinner cruise down the mighty Chao Phraya River is the most leisurely and romantic way to view the sights of old-time Bangkok that line the banks on either side. Read More...

Phra Pathom Chedi is not only the tallest stupa in the world but also stands on the site where Buddhism was first introduced into Thailand two thousand years ago. Read More...

Jesada Car Museum, or 'Jesada Technik Museum', is a large private collection of vintage rare cars and motorbikes located in Nakorn Pathom, a small town full of surprises fifty kilometres away from Bangkok. Read More...

Built in 1907 in the small town of Nakhon Pathom, Sanam Chandra Palace features buildings of French, English and Thai style, including a castle that would fit perfectly in a Walt Disney movie. Read More...

Situated 60 km north of Bangkok and within easy reach of Ayutthaya, is the illustrious Bang Pa-In Royal Palace. The palace complex was used as a summer dwelling by the Siamese royalty and their consorts. Read More...

Do you think visitor with no experience could catch themselves a 150kg, 2 metre long river monster near Bangkok? It’s not such a ridiculous idea and even you could do it at Amazon BKK Fishing Lake in Nakhon Pathom Province. Read More...

Samut Prakan is far removed from the frenetic joys of downtown Bangkok but it has its own unique charms. One of its best features is the excellent local market that materializes at the end of our soi every evening from 16:00. Let’s run through the highlights. Read More...

The tropical ambience you experience when visiting Zanzibar feels more like a relaxed beachside location than in the busy metropolis of Bangkok. (story by Anna Power) Read More...