13 Places to Add to your Bangkok Bucket List
Considered the most popular tourist destination on the planet. Bangkok receives more than 20 million visitors a year, making it quite popular. This exciting, vibrant city has more to explore than you could ever imagine. So, to make the trip, one that you'll always remember, here are 13 adventures you must add to the itinerary.
Get a Thai Beer at a Rooftop Bar
Bangkok is full of great clubs, pubs, and rooftop bars. Some boasting to be the highest rooftop bar in the world, wThe rooftop bars have some of the most magnificent views of the city, especially at night.
Flute Rooftop Bar
Cruise Down the Chao Phraya River
Take a river cruise down the Chao Phraya River for more beautiful views of Bangkok. Night or day, the views are bound to be majestic. Plus, you'll get to see some of the city's historical sites along the way.
Riverboat on Chayo Phraya River
Visit the Grand Palace
The impressive palace is a must-see. Not only is it Bangkok's most famous attraction but it represents over 200 years of royalty.
The Grand Palace in Bangkok
Wander the Streets of Chinatown
One of the oldest parts of the city lies in Chinatown, a lively district with great shopping, restaurants, bars, and entertainment.
Tuk tuk in Yaowarat Road in Chinatown
Visit the Many Buddhas of Thailand
Some of Thailand's most famous Buddhas include the Reclining Buddha in Wat Pho and the Emerald Buddha within the Grand Palace. While in Thailand visit the many Buddha statues around the country.
Reclining Buddha; What Pho
Visit the Floating Market
Floating markets are widespread in Bangkok. Most of the vendors are women, and they sell items such as produce, jewelry, and flowers from their boats.
Floating Marketplace Bangkok
Soi Cowboy
This less intense red light district isn't any less exciting than the others throughout Bangkok. Enjoy a club atmosphere, entertainment, go-go bars, and bright lights.
Soi Cowboy Bangkok
Try the Street Food
Bangkok is known for some of the best yet unique street food cuisine in the world. From fried chicken to fried scorpions, you never know what you will find to snack on.
Chef cooking typical Thai street food
Visit a Mall
Boasting some of the largest malls in Asia, Bangkok has some pretty impressive shopping malls, including Iconsiam, Siam Paragon, MBK, and Central World.
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Visit the Temple of Dawn
Near the Chao Phraya River, visit Wat Arun. The temple is one of the most famous and iconic structures in Bangkok. It is also one of the few Buddhist temples you are encouraged to climb on.
Go to the Ayutthaya Historical Park
A UNESCO World Heritage site, although not within Bangkok and about an hours drive. Ayutthaya once considered the global center for diplomacy and commerce, is a must visit given the opportunity. These ruins, located in the former capital, are kind of a magical secret that does not receive many visitors.
Temple Ruin in Ayutthaya Historical Park
Ride a Tuk Tuk
Tuk-tuks are a fun way to get around the city. The small size of a tuk-tuk makes it possible to avoid traffic jams and get to wherever you need to go in a hurry.
Tuk Tuk on Bangkok Street
Explore Lumpini Park
Lumpini Park is a great place to unwind a little and also one of the largest city parks in Thailand. With all the crowds and commotion in Bangkok's downtown area, the park is a beautiful green escape.
Lumpini Park with Swan Boats
To start planning your trip to Bangkok and filling up that itinerary with some awesome sites, send over an email with your inquiries and contact information. I look forward to planning your next international vacation!