Top 19 Attractions and Places to Visit in Bangkok

March 29, 2017October 18, 2017
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Bangkok is a vibrant and culturally diverse city that emerged from a small fisherman's village to a world metropole. Also known as the "City of Angels" , this metropole is home to numerous sightseeing spots worth visiting. Here is a list of the top 19 attractions and places to visit in Bangkok.
The listed attractions, historical sites, and landmarks are the most recommended and popular spots in town. However, some places on the list are not well-known yet, and can be regarded as an insider tip.

1. The Grand Palace

Located at the old town, near Sanam Luang Park, the Grand Palace is one of the most important landmarks of Thailand. The Grand Palace is a large and impressive complex housing sacred sites and spectacular buildings of the crown. [More]
2. Golden Mount

Wat Saket, popularly known as the Temple of the Golden Mount, is one of the oldest temples of Bangkok and is an important landmark of the city. Located on a 80 meter high hilltop, not far from the Grand Palace... [More]
3. Jim Thompson House

The Jim Thompson House is a unique museum in Bangkok's Phatumwan District – not far from MBK Mall. It’s the former residence of ex-OSS agent, businessman and art-collector Jim Thompson, who played an important role in reviving Thailand’s silk industry. [More]
4. Wat Pho

Wat Pho is an impressive, large temple complex located south of the Grand Palace. Being one of the oldest and largest temple compounds in the city, this place is home to the popular Golden Reclining Buddha, a 46 m long Buddha statue 'laying' in a special hall. [More]
5. Dusit Palace

Dusit Palace (also known as Suan Dusit) is a large compound consisting of royal palaces, mansions, throne halls and several museums. Home to the deceased King Bhumibol Aduljadeh and his wife Queen Sirikitt, this site plays an important role to the royal family and is one of the main landmarks of Bangkok. [More]
6. Ancient City

Ancient City, which is also known as "Ancient Siam" or "Muang Borang" is a large park and open air museum located at Samut Prakan, Bangkok's suburbia. It's a 320 hectare green area with small lakes featuring exhibits of Thai culture, art, history and architecture. [More]
7. Wat Arun - Temple of the Dawn

Wat Arun which is also known as the Temple of the Dawn, is a temple located in Thonburi district, opposite of Wat Pho, on the west bank of the Chao Praza River. It's one of Bangkok's oldest temples, build in 1767. [More]
8. Chinatown

Chinatown is, as the name suggests, a Chinese dominated ethnical district that is situated along Yaowarat road and its sidestreets. Famous for it's delicious streetfood and Chinese restaurants, this area gives visitors a short "Beijing experience". [More]
9. Chatuchak Weekend Market

Chatuchak Market that is also known as Jatujak Market or "JJ-Market", is a very popular weekend market in Mochit district of Bangkok.
Unlike most other markets in town, Jatujak Market is open only on weekends and during the daytime between 10 AM and 5 PM. [More]
10. Lumphini Park

Lumphini Park is a 57.5 hectare recreational park situated between Chitlom and Silom. Similar to the famous Central Park in New York City, this park is an oasis in the city's downtown area, surrounded by skyscrapers. [More]
11. Ratchada Night Market

Ratchada Night Market that is also known as Rodfai Night Market or Train Night Market, is a very popular night market, located at Bangkok's Ratchada District. Covering a large area, this place has numerous food stalls, pubs, salons and vendors selling all sorts of clothes and accessoirs. [More]
12. Bangkok National Museum

Being the biggest museum in South East Asia, the Bangkok National Museum is an important cultural heritage. It features large collections of traditional asian art and exhibits from Thai history and the pre-Thai era. [More]
13. Asiatique - The Riverfront

Asiatique "The Riverfront" is a modern night market & dining place located at the Chao Praya river. It's a trendy, colorful and shiny nightmarket / bazaar featuring over 1500 shops and over 40 restaurants and bars. [More]
14. Pratunam District

Pratunam district is a very popular shopping paradise for fashon and accessoirs. People from all corners of south Asia come here to find good quality clothing, shoes, accessoirs for wholesale prices. It's Thailand's biggest trading place for fashion. [More]
15. Soi Cowboy

Soi Cowboy which is one of Bangkok's red light districts, is a street that is home to numerous bars, strip clubs (A-Go-Go bars) and sex shows. While years ago this street was a sleazy, dodgy and unwelcoming place, this street has become a safe and well visited entertainment strip. [More]
16. Koh Kret

Kho Kret is an island on the Chao Praya river in Nonthaburi, Bangkok's northern suburb. Being a great contrast to Bangkok's hustle and bustle, this island is more like an idyllic, traditional fisherman's village. It's a green spot on the map and an ideal place to take a breath and rest your head. [More]
17. Khaosan Road

Khaosan Road is one of Bangkok's famous party and entertainment areas and is well known for being a mecca for Western backpackers since several decades. Its colorful lit lanterns, beer towers and people dancing on the street create a unique "hippie" atmoshphere Khaosan Road is known for. [More]
18. Bang Krachao

Bang Krachao is a green, scarcely inhabited island on the Chao Praya River in southern Bangkok. Despite being situated close to downtown Bangkok, this island is a great contrast to the rest of the city. It's calm and green, consisting mostly of forests and farmland. [More]
19. Dusit Zoo

This open air zoo features animals such as tigers, elephants and giraffes, aswell as a children's zoo, a monkey house and a reptile house. Plus, it's possible to rent a paddleboat for trips around the central lake.