# 8 Must-See Attractions in Bangkok for an Unforgettable Trip

> We rounded up the top 8 must-see attractions in Bangkok, a route for an unforgettable trip through the Thai capital. Find out where to begin exploring the city.

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- Published: 2024-03-01
- Categories: Culture, Historic Sites, Museums, Tours, Thailand, Food & Drinks

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Between the shopping, the food and the temple-hopping, Bangkok can keep you busy for weeks.

There is plenty to see and discover in this buzzing metropolis, yet the Thai capital does not always reveal itself easily to visitors, and many people mistakenly write it off as nothing more than a lively jumping-off point for a beach or mountain getaway. On top of that, the sheer number of options can feel overwhelming.

It helps to trim the list down to something more manageable to start with. Here are eight must-see attractions to add to your itinerary when you travel here:

## 1. Temples

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Since Thailand is 95% Buddhist, Bangkok is naturally home to hundreds of temples, known in Thai as "wats". To see how locals worship, head to any of the glittering neighborhood wats, which are often tucked away at the end of tiny lanes and sit well off the tourist trail.

Some of them are actually huge complexes filled with halls, schools and revered statues. The three great temples on the tourist route (the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun) should be the top stops in Bangkok on any first-timer's itinerary, as they are truly breathtaking and steeped in historical significance.

The Grand Palace, Na Phra Lan Rd, Maharaj Pier next to the Wat Phra Kaew temple complex, Bangkok, Thailand, +66 2 623 5500

Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), 2 Sanamchai Road. Grand Palace District, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok 10200 Thailand, +66 2 225 9595

Wat Arun, 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Khwaeng Wat Arun, Khet Bangkok Yai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10600, Thailand, +66 2 891 2185

## 2. Chatuchak Weekend Market

Bangkok's Chatuchak (or Jatujak) Weekend Market, known as JJ for short, is one of the largest in Asia. Sprawling across 35 acres, it counts thousands of vendors and draws up to 200,000 shoppers over the weekend. This is the place to go for Thai handicrafts, artwork, clothing, homeware and even pets.

The downside? It is hot. It is crowded. And it is easy to get lost in the maze of stalls. Even so, that is exactly why some people love it. The rest of us dodge the madness by arriving early in the morning, before 9, or later in the day, around 4 in the afternoon.

Chatuchak Weekend Market, Kampaengphet 3 Road Khwaeng Lat Yao, Khet Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900 Thailand, +66 2 272 4813

## 3. Jim Thompson House

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The legend of Jim Thompson turns up in every Thailand guidebook, and this iconic brand's products are stocked in 13 stores across Bangkok plus two factory outlets.

For the real experience, make your way to the historic Jim Thompson House and learn about the brand's mysterious namesake, an American who earned worldwide recognition for reviving the Thai silk industry before vanishing into the Malaysian jungle in 1967.

The traditional Thai teak house, surrounded by plants and trees, is filled with Southeast Asian antiques that he collected on his travels. But do not just take our word for its quality. Somerset Maugham, who dined with Thompson at this house in 1959, put it best: "You have not only beautiful things but, what is rare, you have arranged them with faultless taste."

Jim Thompson House, 6 Soi Kasemsan 2, Rama 1 Rd, Bangkok 10110 Thailand, +66 2 216 7368

## 4. Ancient City

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This is the only way to visit Thailand's most significant historic sites in a single day. About 45 minutes from the city, this Samut Prakan attraction holds replicas of dozens of the country's greatest landmarks, from the Grand Palace in Bangkok to the disputed Preah Vihear temple on the Cambodian border.

Given the size of the Ancient City, walking is not recommended. It is better to rent a golf cart or a bicycle to get around the park.

Ancient City, 296/1 Sukhumvit Road, Bangpoo, Samut Prakan 10280, Thailand, +66 2 709 1644

## 5. Asiatique The Riverfront

Asiatique The Riverfront is a huge shopping and entertainment complex on the banks of Bangkok's Chao Phraya River. Inspired by the city's days as a riverside trading post in the early 1900s, it evokes a traditional pier lined with rows of warehouses.

The restaurants and bars include a mix of upscale bistro-style spots serving Thai, Japanese, French and Italian cuisine, along with an Irish pub and a wine bar. There is also an open-air covered food court. The best way to get there is to hop on the free shuttle boat that runs regularly from the BTS Taksin pier.

Asiatique The Riverfront, 2194 Charoenkrung Road, Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120 Thailand, +66 2 108 4488

## 6. Siam Niramit

A thoughtfully crafted stage production featuring more than 100 performers, Siam Niramit packs seven centuries of Thai culture into a fantastical 80-minute show loaded with special effects.

Shows begin daily at 8 p.m., and the on-site restaurant serves a fairly standard Thai buffet dinner from 5:30 p.m. After the show, families can explore the local attractions on offer, such as elephant rides, a recreated traditional Thai village and other cultural displays.

Siam Niramit, 19 Tiamruammit Road, Bangkok 10320 Thailand, +66 2 649 9222

## 7. Museum of Contemporary Art

To get a look at Thailand's contemporary art scene, you will need to head out of the city center to the newer Museum of Contemporary Art Bangkok.

A five-story space owned by a Thai telecom magnate who wanted to share his vast collection of modern Thai art with the masses, MOCA offers an excellent introduction for anyone hoping to get a sense of Thailand's art scene.

It showcases most of the country's leading artists from the past 50 years, along with some lesser-known old masters.

Museum of Contemporary Art, 499, Kamphaengphet 6th Road Lad Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900 Thailand, +66 2 016 5666

## 8. Museum of Floral Culture

This is one of Bangkok's delightful surprises.

Founded by Thai florist Sakul Intakul, the museum is designed for lovers of flowers and nature, as well as anyone curious about Thai floral culture. It presents exhibits on the important floral traditions of civilizations across Asia, such as Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Lao and Balinese/Indonesian.

It is set in a beautifully preserved 100-year-old teak mansion with colonial architecture. The lush grounds have been transformed into an impeccably landscaped garden in Thai and Zen styles.

Museum of Floral Culture, 315 Samsen Rd. Soi 28, Yaek Ongkarak 13, Dusit, Bangkok 10300 Thailand, +66 2 669 3633