When people tell me they hate Bangkok and don’t find a lot of things to do there, I totally understand. It’s a love/hate city that most people aren’t a fan of on arrival.
In fact, when I first visited Bangkok in 2006, I despised the city and couldn’t wait to leave.
It wasn’t until I lived in Bangkok that I really fell in love with it.
Almost twenty years later, Bangkok is still one of my favorite cities in the world.
It just takes a little time to get to know and love.
Bangkok is not a city that opens itself up easily, and most people spend just a day or two here before leaving to go to the islands or the jungle.
That said, there are a lot of things to do and see in Bangkok. Cheap things, expensive things, unique things, and outdoor things. Bangkok has a bit of everything.
To help you plan your trip and make the most of your visit, below is my suggested itinerary for Bangkok. It will help you tackle this sprawling, hectic city in a way that gets you on and off the beaten track so you can peel back the onion that is Bangkok and discover why I love it so much.
Bangkok Itinerary
Day 1: Grand Palace, Khao San Road, & more!
Day 2: Floating Market, Muay Thai Fight, & more!
Day 3: Chatuchak Weekend Market, Lumpini Park, & more!
Day 4: Bangkok Art and Culture Center, National Museum, & more!
Other Things to See and Do: Museum of Siam, Lake Taco, & more!
Bangkok Itinerary: Day One
The Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun
The first place you should visit in Bangkok is the Grand Palace (Royal Palace) and neighboring Wat Pho, home to the famous reclining Buddha and massage school. The Royal family doesn’t live in the palace (it’s only used for official state functions) and you can’t go into any of the buildings, but wandering the grounds and open temples is worth the visit. It’s beautiful and the craftsmanship in the architecture is amazing. Go first thing in the morning to avoid the crowds.
Afterward, wander down the street to Wat Pho and the famous reclining Buddha (as well as the famous Golden Buddha). It’s the largest reclining Buddha statue in the country at 46 meters (150 feet) long. The Wat Pho complex fills a city block so while seeing the statues doesn’t take long, you could spend a solid hour wandering the maze-like temple grounds.
Next, head across the river to Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn). This is a gorgeous Buddhist temple on the Chao Phraya River opposite the Grand Palace. It has one main spire and four small ones and…
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