Thailand is a beautiful Southeast Asian country known for tropical beaches, rich royal palaces, ancient ruins, and complex temples displaying Buddha figures.
Many cities of Thailand have beautiful points of interest to visit, and some famous cities are – Bangkok (the Capital of Thailand), Pattaya near Bangkok, Phuket, Hua Hin, Krabi near Phuket, Chiang Rai, Chian Mai, Surat Thani, etc.
Thailand is also best known for delicious Thai food like Thai Green Curry with Basil Rice and many other popular Thai recipes.
You can taste and enjoy Thai recipes and many other popular recipes from different countries in the Thailand Market. It is possible because of Thailand’s popularity; it is a high tourist area that lures visitors.
It is also best known for its good climate, especially from November to April. If you like drinking, Thailand is one place to explore different bars and nightlife.
Hello, guys; I am a part-time writer and blogger enthusiast of tech, travel, lifestyle, health, etc. I traveled to many places in India along with other countries. This article will mention my overall experience of an 9-day trip to Bangkok, Thailand.
There are many places to visit in Bangkok, but some particular areas are –
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Grand Place – First Day
The ancient and famous palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, where the Kings of Siam resided since 1782 with his court and royal government until 1925. It is one of the best places to visit, understand Thai history, and capture memorable moments.
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Wat Arun – First Day
Wat Arun is also known as Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, a Buddhist Temple in the heart of Bangkok, opposite the west side of the Grand Place, situated on Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River.
Wat Arun is known for its name from the Hindu god Aruna, which means the radiations of the rising sun. To visit Wat Arun Buddhist temple, you must take the ferry from the east bank of the Chao Phraya River, which costs just 10 Baht at most.
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Wat Pho – First Day
I was thrilled to come here at 9 AM in the early morning. It opened at 8 AM, and I had the whole complex to explore. In the early morning, the temperature was not too hot, and there was not much crowding. Wat Pho is best known for the posture of a sleeping or reclining Buddha, 46 m long, associated with King Rama I; Bangkok was established as the capital by King Rama I, who rebuilt the temple complex on an earlier temple site, one of Bangkok’s oldest temples.
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Wat Phra Kaew – First Day
Wat Phra Kaew is the most sacred Buddhist temple near the Grand Palace in the historic center of Bangkok. It is known as Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram, Emerald Buddha in English.
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Siam Paragon – Second Day
Siam Paragon is Thailand’s biggest world-class, attractive shopping destination, which lures Thai locals and international visitors. Siam Paragon has a variety of shopping stores, food stores, and tourist attractions.
The aquarium is also located in the basement of the Siam Paragon shopping complex; spacious aquariums with hundreds of marine species on display – Penguins, sea turtles, sharks, and explore many attractions at SEA LIFE Bangkok Thailand.
The theatre is even more luxurious than the entrance, with 4Dx movie experiences available and equipped with ten different special effects to make for an incredible and memorable movie experience.
To reach Siam Paragon, you must reach Siam Station through BTS Skytrain.
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MBK Center – Second Day
MBK Center is another large shopping mall near the Silom Line’s National Stadium BTS Station. You need to change Siam station to Silom Line in Bangkok. It also has different shopping stores, food stores, and other tourist attractions.
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China Town – Second Day Night
China Town is famous for turning dinner into an evening of exploration with various food recipes – fantastic street food, a good vibe, and fun.
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Sukhumvit Soi Nana, Wattana Bangkok – Third Day
You can explore Wattana; it could take a day. Nana is famous for bars, nightlife, designer hotels, and international restaurants. It also has a variety of massages and spa centers for your health, which cost around 300 to 700 baht per person for an hour’s massage based on different types of massages. You can also book your hotel in this area for a pleasant stay; it is a high-tourist area.
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Maeklong Railway Market – Fourth Day
The distance between Nana BTS Station and Maeklong Railway Market (Station) is 70 km. The road distance is 80.4 km.
Situated along the Maeklong Railway track, this seafood market stands out as one of Thailand’s largest hubs for fresh seafood. Whenever a train approaches, the market seamlessly adjusts, with awnings and shop fronts smoothly retracted away from the rails, only to be reinstated once the train has safely passed.
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Bangkok’s Shopping Malls – Fifth-Sixth Day
There are many other quite famous shopping malls in Bangkok which you should visit on the fifth day. These are –
i. Central World
CentralwOrld is a shopping plaza and complex in Bangkok, Thailand. It is the ninth-largest shopping complex in the world. CentralWorld Bangkok is connected via BTS Skywalk to Chidlom station, one stop from BTS Ploenchit station.
ii. Terminal 21
With a remarkable 36-meter (118 feet) escalator, Terminal 21 stands out as Bangkok’s shopping destination. Inspired by airports, this mall invites you to explore diverse global cities under one roof—whether shopping in Tokyo one moment or San Francisco the next. Terminal 21 is part of a chain of mixed-use complexes boasting four locations across Thailand: Asok and Rama III in Bangkok, Korat, and Pattaya. Conveniently positioned along the vibrant Sukhumvit Street, at the heart of the city, the mall is easily accessible via the BTS, Bangkok’s Skytrain.
Bangkok has more than 50 malls in different areas, of which few are unique. There are a few more shopping malls in Bangkok – you can explore too –
- Asiatique The Riverfront
- ICONSIAM
- Big C Rajdamri
- Emporium
- Tha Maharaj
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Pattaya City, Bangkok – 4 Days in Pattaya
Pattaya is famous for beautiful beaches, water sports, and outdoor activities, 150 Kms away from Bangkok. Along with local bars, massage parlors, and food restaurants, there are many clubs at Walking Street Pattaya, a hub for entertainment and nightlife.