Places To Visit In Bangkok
Country rank: 4 out of 31 Places To Visit In Thailand
Sub-Region: South East Asia
Here are the top 64 tourist attractions to see in Bangkok:
1. Wat Arun
2 kms
from city center
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1 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Wat Arun is a captivating architecture with a rich past and offering its visitors a treat of art, design and an amazing panoramic view.
2. Grand Palace
1 kms
from city center
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2 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Grand Palace, the residence of royals for several generations, is the perfect place to begin your historical tour in Bangkok. It houses one of the holiest Buddhist temples, Wat Phra Kaew, built in the year 1782.
3. Wat Pho
1 kms
from city center
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3 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Wat Pho is a famous temple located immediately south of the Grand Palace precinct in Bangkok. The place is renowned for being headquarters for the teaching and preservation of traditional Thai medicine. The temple is largely visited to view the large reclining Buddha within, thus also known as 'Temp...
4. Chao Phraya River
0 kms
from city center
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4 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
A country's rivers are its lifelines, and its identity. The river of kings, Chao Phraya River, is the prime river and waterway of Thailand, used by an average of 50,000 commuters daily. The fertile plains and abundant fish of the river are the main reasons for the choice of Thailand's...
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5. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
64 kms
from city center
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5 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Marketed as a major tourist attraction and a marker of Thai culture, the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is among the most popular floating markets in the world. Boats swaying on the water are navigated by Thai locals and traders who sell all kinds of farm produce, fruits, souvenirs and freshly prepa...
6. Chatuchak Weekend Market
7 kms
from city center
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6 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The king of markets in Bangkok, and one of the largest markets in the world, Chatuchak is spread over 35 acres with more than 8,000 stalls. Everything ranging from clothing, accessories, handicrafts, furniture, art, food, books, antiques, and many more interesting souvenirs are is available here. Ke...
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7. Khao San Road
1 kms
from city center
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7 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Khao San Road, famously known as the backpacker's haven, is located in the heart of the city. It is a 410 meter long street in central Bangkok which will cater to every need of yours! Street food stalls, bars, shops, restaurants, nightclubs, cafes and massage parlours are all packed into this one st...
8. Madame Tussauds
3 kms
from city center
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8 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Bangkok's Madame Tussauds Wax museum is like no other Wax Museum in Thailand. Here, you can touch anyone from Albert Einstien to Tom Cruise, from Barack Obama to Tiger Woods. However, you are not allowed to touch any figure in the most decorated room housing the Thai royal family. The quality of cra...
9. Jim Thompson House
3 kms
from city center
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9 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
With a remarkable collection of art from Burma, China, Cambodia and Thailand, Jim Thompson House is a must visit for history buffs and art lovers. A historic property, it once served as the residence of an American man named James H W Thompson, a man responsible for reviving the Thai ...
10. Lumpini Park
5 kms
from city center
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10 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
A perfect place to connect with nature away from the hustle bustle of crowded streets of Bangkok, Lumpini Park is all about fresh air and peace. Dating back to 1920s, it is packed with natural beauty covering a vast area of half a million square meters.
11. Dream world
32 kms
from city center
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11 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Dream World theme park is located in Thanyaburi, which is an easy 50-minute drive from Bangkok. The amusement park offers a cheerful, bustling ambience, complete with rollercoasters, colourful parades, candy floss, waterworks, flowering gardens, a snow park and entertainment shows. Children and ...
12. Dusit zoo
2 kms
from city center
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12 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The oldest zoo in Thailand, Dusit Zoo lies in the vicinity of Bangkok's governmental headquarters in the Dusit District. Boasting of a heavy annual footfall, Dusit Zoo exhibits many species, ranging from exotic to rare, such as monkeys, penguins, camels, the albino barking deer and the white Bengal ...
13. Chinatown
2 kms
from city center
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13 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Located along the Yaowarat Road, Chinatown is a Chinese cultural and commercial hub. It is majorly known for its exotic culinary experience of street foods, along with several Buddhist temples, and traditional wooden shops selling Chinese goods. It is best to visit Chinatown at night, which is when ...
14. Soi Cowboy
7 kms
from city center
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14 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
One of the popular red light districts, Soi Cowboy is a neon-lit street, filled with Go Go Bars and other bright spaces. With friendly staff members outside each bar, it embodies the true nightlife experience of Bangkok. Located very close to Terminal 21, it is an exciting experience thanks to the u...
15. National Museum and Wang Na Palace
1 kms
from city center
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15 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
An ideal place for history lovers, the Bangkok National Museum exhibits some of the most magnificent collection of art and artefacts reflecting the Thai culture.
16. Emquartier
8 kms
from city center
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16 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Part of the upcoming 'EM District' in the heart of Bangkok, Emquartier Mall is a fantastic retail destination to meet all your shopping needs! Hosting a range of designer brands, dozens of restaurants, and even an indoor garden completed with a waterfall, this mall promises an amazing experience of ...
17. Wat Phrae Kaew
1 kms
from city center
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17 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The temple of the Emerald Buddha, commonly known as Wat Phra Kaew, is the most important and revered Buddhist temple in Thailand as it enshrines the image of Phra Kaew Morakot carved from a single jade block. Built in 1785, the temple has elaborate carvings, paintings and pagodas, making it a specta...
18. CentralWorld
4 kms
from city center
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18 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
CentralWorld is the eleventh largest shopping complex in the world, and effectively the largest in Thailand. Sprawled over 7 levels, all embellished with artistic installations, it grazes the zenith of the ultimate retail experience, with hundreds of fashion, entertainment, electronic, wellness and ...
19. Terminal 21
7 kms
from city center
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19 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Ever dreamed of travelling the world? This airport inspired mall in Bangkok, Terminal 21, brings all the cities of the world under one roof, letting you shop from Tokyo one minute, and San Fransisco the other. International luxury brands and many local labels are available here. With over 600 shops,...
20. Wat Traimit
2 kms
from city center
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20 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Wat Traimit, nestled at the end of Chinatown's Yaowarat Road in close proximity to Hualampong Railway Station is perfect place to admire the glittering gold statue of Buddha. One of the best royal temples of Bangkok, it is popular for housing a pure gold statue of Lord Buddha. It is known as 'T...
21. MBK Center (Ma Boong Khron Center)
3 kms
from city center
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21 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
From top branded to local products in clothing, furniture, accessories, luggage, electronics, stationery, and many other things, one can find it all at the MBK Center. Besides shopping, you can dig into scrumptious food at two large food courts. They also have an entire floor dedicated to entertainm...
22. Wat Suthat
1 kms
from city center
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22 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
One of the oldest temple of Bangkok, Wat Suthat greets you with its serene aura. Overflowing with peace and tranquility, Wat Suthat Thepphawararam is a fine example of architecture and craftsmanship. Its construction began in the year 1782, under the reign of King Rama I, and it was completed in 182...
23. Museum of Contemporary Art
12 kms
from city center
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23 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The museum of contemporary art (MOCA) is a world-class art gallery built in 2012 to showcase some of the best Thai art. The museum contains five storeys, housing 800 beautiful and refreshing art pieces. A must for art lovers, MOCA is no less than any modern museum abroad, giving its artists freedom ...
24. Siam Center
3 kms
from city center
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24 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
First built in 1973 during the inception of Bangkok's retail boom, the newly revamped Siam Center opened to the public in 2013 to undulated appreciation. It is fashioned modernly, with trendy interiors lined with international as well as national brands and boutiques stores, some of which are only u...
25. Pantip Plaza
4 kms
from city center
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25 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
If you're looking for a mall entirely dedicated to electronics, Pantip Plaza, the IT mall is your answer. Laptops, tablets, cameras, smartphones, printers, MP3 players, as well as repair shops make it a one-stop shop for everything related to the IT world. Their two anchor stores, Hardware House and...
26. Blue Sky Rooftop
9 kms
from city center
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26 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Blue Sky Rooftop Restaurant, housed in the 5-star Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao, is a posh rooftop bar and dining space. It specialises in a plethora of dishes and drinks crafted to culinary perfection. Located on the 24th floor, it offers a 360 degree view of the stunning Bangkok citys...
27. Asiatique The Riverfront
6 kms
from city center
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27 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Once an international port, Asiatique The Riverfront is now among the most happening night markets in Bangkok. Neatly divided into four districts, it houses a variety of options for visitors ranging from boutiques, fine dining, a mall, fashion stores and entertainment spaces. With the picturesque ba...
28. Platinum Fashion Mall
4 kms
from city center
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28 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Platinum Fashion Mall is packed with around 1,300 shops and a large food court. Its speciality is that the items are very reasonably priced. So if you're looking for some serious shopping of clothes, handbags, cosmetics, shoes or anything from head to toe, you can easily spend a day here without dig...
29. Siam Discovery
3 kms
from city center
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29 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
A unique and luxury shopping experience is what Siam Discovery is famous for. It gives you an impressive novelty experience like malls in Japan and Korea, with shopkeepers laying products on the floor naturally, as you would see in someone's home. This mall offers goods of all kinds like clothing, f...
30. Art in Paradise
7 kms
from city center
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30 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Art in Paradise is an innovative and interactive 3D art museum located at the Esplanade mall, Bangkok. The brainchild of Shin Jae Yol, it has many rooms filled with impressive artwork done by Korean and Thai artists. The primary motive behind this cultural haven was to help the public enjoy the expe...
31. Sea Life Bangkok
4 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Bangkok
Sea Life Bangkok is an underground aquarium located beneath the Siam Paragon mall in the heart of Bangkok. Sprawled over an area of 110,000 sq. ft., it is home to marine life retrieved from the remotest corners of the world. Several species of octopuses, sharks, crabs, penguins and fish reside here,...
32. Wat Saket
1 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Bangkok
Popularly known as the Golden Mount, Wat Saket is a picturesque temple with a 58-metre golden chedi which houses a Buddha relic. Established during the Ayutthaya period, this temple is built on a man-made hill, and requires you to climb 300 steps to get to the top of the chedi. A colourful week-long...
33. Taling Chan Floating Market
8 kms
from city center
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33 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Taling Chan Floating market is a delightful attraction for tourists and Thais alike who want to indulge in delicious seafood or just shop a little. A filling meal of prawns will cost you no more than THB 150. You can also take a quick longtail boat tour in the canals or pamper yourself with a fo...
34. Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
4 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Erawan Shrine was built in 1956 after the Thai government constructed the luxury Erawan hotel at the location. The superstitious labourers and other astrologers decided to honour the Brahma God Thao Mahaprom and hence built this shrine. Ceremonial offerings are made by Thais and tourists to get ...
35. Maeklong Railway Market
67 kms
from city center
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35 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Established around 1905, the Maeklong railway market is a one-of-a-kind market in Bangkok, mainly selling meat, seafood, sweets, fruits, vegetables and drinks. A few times a day, there is a train that runs directly through the market, initially blowing a horn and warning the vendors who very casuall...
36. Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market
9 kms
from city center
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36 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Not very popular among tourists yet, the Khlong Lay Mayom Floating market is a charming market with most of it on land than the narrow canal. From fresh fruits and vegetables to sweets and cooked food, the market will not leave you hungry. There are vendors selling inexpensive clothes, accessories, ...
37. Wat Benchamabophit
2 kms
from city center
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37 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
Commonly known as the marble temple, Wat Benchamabophit is one of Bangkok's most beautiful attractions. Embodying an impressive, modern style of Thai architecture, Wat Benchamabophit is a royal temple hosting a beautiful buddha statue. With red carpets, polished marble and stained-glass painted wall...
38. JJ Green Market
8 kms
from city center
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38 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
For vintage shopping, chilled out vibes and grabbing some drinks with friends, JJ Green Market is one of the coolest markets in Bangkok. The vendors sell cheap clothes, vinyl CDs, antiques, old car models and many other retro items on makeshift stalls or just lay them on the road. More than just sho...
39. Siriraj medical museum
2 kms
from city center
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39 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Siriraj Medical Museum is a treat to medical professionals, students and of course, the public as well. Part of the famous Siriraj Hospital, Thailand's oldest hospital, this fascinating musuem combines five mini-museums, exploring the fields of pathology, anatomy, the history of medicine in Thai...
40. Siam Paragon Mall
4 kms
from city center
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40 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Siam Paragon Mall is the place to be for tourists who love international high-end fashion brands. From Jimmy Choo and Versace to Prada, over 70 globally renowned brands are available here. Besides clothing, brands such as Sony, Samsung, Aston Martin and BMW can be found here too. The mall is als...
41. Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm and Zoo
23 kms
from city center
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41 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
With over 100,000 crocodiles of various species in the facility, Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm and Zoo ranks among the largest crocodile farms in the world. Trained experts perform fascinating tricks with crocodiles and elephants in daily live shows. There are enclosures where visitors can also feed c...
42. Train Night Market Ratchada
7 kms
from city center
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42 out of 64
Places To Visit in Bangkok
The Train Night Market Ratchada, also known as the Rot Fai market, is a flea market with four sections: food, bars, shopping and activities. The market is known for vintage and antique items with everything priced reasonably. You cannot possibly go hungry given the number of snack stalls serving fri...