There’s something about Bangkok that keeps me coming back. It’s the city in Asia that I’ve visited the most – literally dozens of times – and it feels very familiar now.
But there’s also something about Bangkok that means I discover something new every time.
Sure, it’s partly because there are always new things popping up. But it’s also because there are so many layers to this city, so many different neighbourhoods to explore, that there’s always going to be somewhere I haven’t seen properly before.
At first glance, some people can be put off by the busy streets and chaotic centre of Bangkok – but it’s easy to look beyond that.
It can also sometimes be a bit confronting to find yourself amongst the hedonistic bars and constant offers of “massages” or “ping pong shows” that I wrote about here when I tried to put my thoughts about the city into words one time.
But, again, that’s just a tiny pocket of Bangkok and easy to avoid once you now where it is.
Instead, I think the best things to do in Bangkok revolve around its history, its food, and its local culture.
The main attractions in Bangkok like the Grand Palace and the temples are stunning and definitely worth seeing if you’ve never been before.
But you may find you get more enjoyment out of a bowl of noodle soup at a street market than from a grand monument. Eating is part of the experience in Bangkok and it’s worth planning your days around it.
I also think it’s worth doing at least one guided tour in Bangkok to learn about the city from a local. Whether it’s a food tour, a ‘hidden gems’ bike ride, or a tuk tuk tour at night, this is when you’ll start to learn more about Thailand and its capital.
Because I’ve got so many other stories about Bangkok, I’ll keep this introduction short and get straight into it. You won’t be able to fit all of these ideas into the one trip, but this is my ‘short list’ (it’s still long, sorry) of what to do in Bangkok.
Temples
There are over 400 temples in Bangkok, each providing a unique glimpse into local lives while showcasing impressive feats of architecture.
Add on the intricate designs, carved accents, and reliefs and you’ll start to see why some of these temples belong at the centre of your Bangkok experience.
And if you’re interested in seeing the top ones, I would recommend this excellent walking tour that takes you to the first three I’m going…
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