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3 Days in Bangkokby Jovel C, Sierre, Switzerland

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Bangkok is an amazing city, from the endless shopping to the local delights and food stands on every

single street — there's so much to do and see! With just three days to explore, this guide has filtered out

the best of the city — from temples and nightlife to restaurants and major shopping areas — to help you

make the most of your time here, whatever your travel tastes.

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5 City Tips

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■ Famous in Bangkok are the local street food and fruit stands. Although a must-try, be mindful of overcharging

and hygiene standards — especially for weak stomachs.

■ The easiest mode of transport in Bangkok is the MRT/BTS train, which serves all the major tourist areas in

Bangkok.

■ Dress appropriately at temples (no shorts or sleeveless tops).

■ Day passes and single tickets are available at every train station booth.

■ Be mindful of locals inviting you to "ping pong shows." Politely decline if you are approached.

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The best times to visit: midnight (12-2am) or early in the morning (6-7am) as you'll see florists arranging their lovely

fresh flowers, ready for sale.

If visiting at night, be sure to visit nearby Yaowarat Road, Bangkok's Chinatown. From textiles to second-hand

souvenirs, its a bargain-hunter's paradise.

Plan to stay: Less than 1 hour

From the community

Ranked #33 of 391 things to do in Bangkok

307 Reviews

Certificate of Excellence 2014

“Colourful photo opportunities” 14/11/2015

“Wonderful flower market” 07/11/2015

Address:

Jakkrapet Road

Bangkok

Thailand

Phone:

006626903114

Other:

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“Depart in the early morning from Saphan Taksin BTS station, and take the Chao Praya River Express boat to Pak

Khlong Talat, Bangkok's largest 24-hour flower market. A beautiful sight to behold as morning dawns, this market

is also handily situated on the way to Wat Pho and Wat Arun; two of Bangkok's must-see temples.”

Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market)Flea & Street Markets

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Peace and Quiet Seeker Must See History Buff Art and Architecture Lover

Tips

Dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes as you explore this huge compound.

Take plenty of water with you to stay hydrated.

Plan to stay: 1-2 hours

From the community


18898 Reviews


“A Must See Site” 15/11/2015

“Move Over Jolly Green Giant!” 15/11/2015

Address:

2 Sanamchai Road.

Grand Palace Subdistrict, Pranakorn

District

Bangkok 10200

Thailand

Phone:

0-2226-0335

Other:

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“One of the largest and oldest temples in Bangkok, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha is home to more than 10,000

Buddha images, including the largest Buddha image — measuring 160 feet high — which sits atop the reclining

statue. The Temple also houses a monastery school and its southern compound is home to practicing monks.”

Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)Religious Sites

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Peace and Quiet Seeker Must See Like a Local

Tips

Avoid the after-lunch crowd (and long queues!) by arriving early. Arriving after lunch (1-2pm) could mean a queue time

of up to an hour!


From the community

Ranked #4 of 294 Spas & Wellness in Bangkok

1133 Reviews


“Thai massage originated from here, but...” 09/11/2015

“Do not miss this” 09/11/2015

Address:

2 Sanamchai Road

Wat Po, Tatian

Bangkok 10200

Thailand

Phone:

(+66) 2 221-2974

Other:

Website

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“Ideally located at Wat Pho, relax your body (and mind) at one of Thailand's oldest massage schools. The massage

school incorporates elements of traditional Thai massage, pressure points, therapeutic points and energy pathways

in its various treatments.”

Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage SchoolEducational sites, Spas

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Jovel C Says:

Must See Thrifty Traveller Like a Local History Buff Thrill Seeker Art and Architecture Lover Nature Lover

Tips

Arrive in good time before sunset!

Plan to stay: Less than 1 hour

From the community


8988 Reviews


“Worth a visit” 15/11/2015

“Do not miss !” 15/11/2015

Address:

158 Wang Doem Road

Wat Arun, Bang Kok Yai (Take the

boat to Pier Tha Tien and then take the

ferry to cross the river)

Bangkok 10600Thailand

Phone:

+66 2891 2185

Other:

Website

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“Wat Arun is undisputedly one of the best places in Bangkok to enjoy the sunset. Make sure to scale one of Wat

Arun's steep stupas to enjoy the Grand Palace across the river, against a beautiful Bangkok sunset. Feast your eyes

on the grand spectacle of architecture before you, and admire the mix of modern and traditional in Bangkok's

skyline; a beautiful ending to your first day in the city.”

Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun)Religious Sites

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Tips

Must-try dishes: duck red curry, river prawns, and mango sticky rice.

From Chang Pier a free shuttle operates to the restaurant.

I recommend making a reservation.


From the community

Ranked #776 of 5,510 restaurants in Bangkok

174 Reviews


“"Delicious Thai Food!"” 11/11/2015

“Free transit across the river, nice benefit” 09/11/2015

Address:

266 Soi Wat Rakhang, Arunamarin Rd

Bangkok

Thailand

Phone:

02-411-0305

Hours:

Sun - Sat

11:30 - 14:3017:30 - 22:00

Other:

Website

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“Your night ends here, just north of Wat Arun. Supatra River House might very well be one of Bangkok's best

restaurant. Situated along the Chao Praya River, Supatra River House offers delicious, filling, and an abundant

variety of local Thai delights.”

Supatra River HouseRestaurants (Thai)

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Luxury Traveller Shopping Fanatic Thrifty Traveller

Tips

If you're buying things from the street, remember to haggle down to at least half the originally quoted price, and always

question the goods' authenticity.

The basement is filled with hawkers and restaurants where you can find an array of different cuisine from around the

world. It's relatively cheap too!

Plan to stay: More than 3 hours

From the community


3592 Reviews


“big high end mall” 15/11/2015

“Might as well be at a mall in NJ” 15/11/2015

Address:

991/1 Rama 1 Rd

Bangkok 10330

Thailand

Phone:

0 2690 1000

Other:

Website

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“Siam is the heart of Bangkok. On the weekends, the area is packed with make-shift stalls filled with fashionable

clothing, shoes, key chains, and electronics. From international clothing brands to local fashion stores, everything

you might want to buy is at Siam Paragon. This is also the place to be if you want to watch a movie, explore an

underwater world, or visit the Madame Tussaud's Museum.”

Siam ParagonShopping Malls

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Must See Shopping Fanatic Thrifty Traveller Like a Local

Tips

Haggle, haggle, haggle! None of the things in Central World have price tags and store owners will try to sell you things

at almost 3-4 times the real price!

The quality of the goods here differs greatly, so you may have to rummage for a while to find something decent.


From the community


2634 Reviews


“High End shopping ” 15/11/2015

“Expensive & branded items” 14/11/2015

Address:

Rajdamri Road

Patumwan

Bangkok 10330

Thailand

Phone:

02-2645555

Hours:

Sun - Sat

10:00 - 22:00

Other:

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“If Siam Paragon is not your cup of tea, head down to Central World just a few minutes away. Central World Plaza

offers more affordable clothing by local brands, which often come straight from the manufacturers. Central World is

also peppered with massage parlors where you can easily find yourself a relaxing treatment and rest those weary

feet for a while.”

Central World PlazaShopping Malls, Points of Interest & Landmarks

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Tips

Tom Yum Goong served in a hot pot is also a must-try here.


From the community

Ranked #835 of 5,510 restaurants in Bangkok515 Reviews

“Fabulous service and tasty Thai food.” 13/11/2015“Good restaurant. nice location. Fair price” 07/11/2015

Address:

458/6-9 Siam Square Soi 8, Rama 1

Road

Patumwan District

Bangkok 10330

Thailand

Phone:

(662)250-1952-3

Hours:

Sun - Sat

10:00 - 23:00

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“This little hidden gem tucked away in Siam serves authentic local Thai food, and makes for a great lunch spot.

Instead of the over-hyped Som Tam Nua, try the Ban Khun Mae here for a delicious dish that feels like it's come

straight out of a Thai mother's kitchen.”

Ban Khun Mae RestaurantRestaurants (Thai)

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Must See Thrill Seeker Shopping Fanatic Thrifty Traveller

Tips

Remember to haggle!

There are a few clothing shops here too, but if you have already been to Siam and Central World, they're not really

worth your time.


From the community


4210 Reviews


“MBK” 15/11/2015

“Great place for grab a bite!” 15/11/2015

Address:

444 Phayathai Road

Patumwan

Bangkok

Thailand

Phone:

+66(0)2620 9000

Hours:

Sun - Sat

10:00 - 22:00

Other:

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“MBK is a haven for electronics, and while the items sold here aren't always authentic, if you aren't too picky about

brands, the quality and aesthetic is legitimate and everything I've ever bought here works perfectly. On top of this,

you can get gadgets or smartphones fixed for an extremely low price.”

MBK Center (Ma Boon Khrong Center)Shopping Malls

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Tips

While there's plenty to choose from here, the mango sticky rice is famous for a reason.


From the community

Ranked #682 of 5,510 restaurants in Bangkok394 Reviews

“Nom, Nom, Nom” 09/11/2015“Overly overrated ” 08/11/2015

Address:

Siam Squares Soi 3

RamaOne Road, Pathumwan

Bangkok 10400

Thailand

Phone:

66817601469

Price range:

66 - 265

Hours:Sun - Sat

11:50 - 22:00

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“Thailand is famous for its mango sticky rice and this place knows exactly how to capitalize on this tropical gem.

From mango sticky rice to mango smoothies and tons of other mango-inspired delights, get your mango fix here in

this relaxing environment, far away from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok's busy city life.”

Mango Tango Siam Squre Soi 5Restaurants (Thai)

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Tips

Avoid locals who invite you to go down shady little alleyways to watch "ping pong shows."

You will also find the famous "Boy Town" in Silom, where many male clubs are.

Silom also houses many massage parlors that stay open until 1am every single day. So rest assured you can still get

your massage fix, even if it's past midnight!


From the community


1108 Reviews

“GLITZY; PLENTY ON OFFER; NOT CROWDED” 15/11/2015

“Night market” 14/11/2015

Address:

Silom and Surawong Roads

Bangkok

Thailand

Other:

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“The huge Patpong Night Market — located at Silom MRT/Sala Daeng BTS station — is also a popular nightlife area,

and while not everyone's cup of tea, it's an interesting side of Bangkok to see first-hand. Explore the large variety of

bars and infamous 'ping pong' night clubs and shows here, plus pick up any number of souvenirs, and perhaps a

pair of the ever-popular elephant-style pants. The area is also flooded with food stands, many of which sell my

favorite street snack — 'mo-ping' (barbecued pork on a stick).”

Patpong Night MarketFlea & Street Markets

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Foodie M us t See Thrif ty Trav elle r Lik e a Loc al Shopping Fa na tic N ature Lov er

Tips

There is a high chance that you''ll never find your way back to that one stall you visited 30 minutes ago, so haggle and

buy immediately if it's something you really like!


From the community

Ranked #11 of 333 Shopping in Bangkok

4974 Reviews


“The king of markets” 15/11/2015

“Great Weekend Market” 15/11/2015

Address:

Kampaengphet 3 Road

Khwaeng Lat Yao, Khet Chatuchak

Bangkok 10900

Thailand

Other:

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“Spend your day at the Chatuchak Weekend Market, one of the world's largest markets, which spreads over 70

acres. With 8,000 stalls separated into 27 sections, you can literally find everything you want here — from exotic

animals to barbecued insects — and of course the more normal things like clothes and flowers. It's a beautiful and

interesting place to spend the day, and many locals head here at the weekend to enjoy a picnic and free

entertainment by the street musicians.”

Chatuchak Weekend MarketSpeciality & Gift Shops, Flea & Street Markets

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Foodie Mus t S ee Thr ifty Tr av elle r S olo Fr ie nds N ightlife S ee ke r

Tips

As a hugely popular tourist spot, expect higher prices than usual here for food and drinks.


From the community

Ranked #44 of 391 things to do in Bangkok3273 Reviews

“Good if you like drink ing, and lots of other tourists” 15/11/2015

“very nice for shopping” 15/11/2015

Other:

Website

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“If there's one area of Bangkok that you simply have to visit, it's Khao San Road. Full of bars, restaurants and

backpackers, this young and lively spot is the place to try alcohol the 'Thai' way (in buckets!), and make new friends

from around the world.”

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3

Khao San RoadPoints of Interest & Landmarks, Neighbourhoods

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Nightlife Seeker

Tips

Dress code is smart-casual and rather strict; no flip-flops allowed for ladies or shorts for men.


From the community

Ranked #4 of 115 Nightlife in Bangkok

1869 Reviews

“beautiful view” 15/11/2015

“Worth a visit for the view, but only stay for one drink!” 15/11/2015

Address:

The Dome at lebua, 1055, Silom Road

Bangkok 10500

Thailand

Phone:

66 2624 9555

Other:

Website

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“The beautiful scenic setting for the film Hangover III, Sky Bar is a stunning spot in which to spend your final night

in Bangkok (even if Khao San Road is not exactly your scene). With great views of the city skyline, sit back with one

of Sky Bar's signature cocktails, and enjoy the live jazz music.”

Sky Bar, BangkokBars & Clubs

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