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The best things to do in Chatuchak are some of the most fun and local experiences you can have in Bangkok, blending giant markets with relaxed green spaces. The area is anchored by the Chatuchak Weekend Market, a world-famous weekend maze where you can shop for Thai crafts, streetwear, art, plants, home decor, and endless street food all in one place.
Samyan Mitrtown is a mid‑size, lifestyle‑oriented shopping mall with fashion chains, sportswear, lifestyle and gadget stores, beauty shops, bookstores, and a vast supermarket in the lower levels.
Ari district is one of the most appealing neighborhoods in Bangkok for travelers who want a mix of local life and modern café culture. Located on Phahonyothin Road, Ari sits just 5 km north of Siam in the inner city zone and is easy to reach by BTS Sukhumvit Line
Laoaire Restaurant on Yaowarat Road is one of those places that feels like a little surprise tucked into the chaos of Chinatown in Bangkok.
Wachirabenchathat Park, or Rod Fai Park, is the bigger, greener neighbour right next to Chatuchak Park in Bangkok, and we always recommend it if you want a proper park day
Chatuchak Park in Bangkok is still one of those easy green spots we recommend when you want a quick outdoor break without going far. We went there recently and it was just a really nice, low effort stop.
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener has opened its first Thailand location at One Bangkok, marking the renowned chain’s 40th global branch. The restaurant occupies a prime corner on the third floor, offering panoramic views of Bangkok’s skyline beyond Lumpini Park.
Fishmonger Ari in Bangkok is a spot I have been to once, and it is exactly what it says on the tin. Right in front there is a big sign that says local seafood bar, and that vibe carries through the whole place.
Maha Rat Road runs behind the Grand Palace along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok’s historic Rattanakosin district. This lively street connects famous temples like Wat Pho, known for its giant reclining Buddha, and Wat Phra Kaew at the Grand Palace.
Chakrabongse Dining occupies a unique location by the riverside of Bangkok. Built in 1908 by Prince Chakrabongse as a riverside retreat, the villa overlooks Wat Arun and the Chao Phraya River, creating an unmatched backdrop for a romantic dinner.
Hidden above Chop Chop Cook Shop on the second floor, Goldsmith Bar transports you to 1920s Shanghai meets modern Chinatown. Opening in May 2025, it has become Bangkok’s best new bar of 2025.
Chop Chop Cook Shop, a Michelin-listed restaurant, occupies the ground floor of a beautiful Art Deco building that once housed goldsmiths at 328 Yaowarat Road in Bangkok’s Chinatown.
Bangkok offers several outstanding public parks where residents and visitors can run, cycle, participate in aerobics classes, practice Tai Chi, exercise outdoors, or simply enjoy a relaxing walk at the end of the day.
Ha Tien Cafe hides near Maharat Road in the Tha Tien district, steps away from Wat Pho. This vintage-style cafe occupies a century-old shophouse transformed into a three-storey space filled with antique furniture, taxidermied animals, and vintage collectables.
Visit Baan Chao Phraya Art Gallery in Bangkok’s Old Town. Free entry to changing Thai art exhibitions in a restored neoclassical mansion on Phra Athit Road.
Soi Rambuttri is a small horseshoe-shaped street running parallel to the famous Khao San Road and Phra Athit Road. The name refers to Princess Pao Suriyakul, daughter of Prince Rama Isares, who funded the construction of a bridge honouring her father.
Wat Hong is a peaceful temple on the Thonburi side of Bangkok that gives visitors a close look at everyday Buddhist life in Thailand. It is not as widely known as the major royal temples, which is part of its charm. The place feels quiet, local, and genuine.
Kang Kaang is a laid-back Thai restaurant on Song Wat Road, Bangkok, at the end of a narrow alleyway and overlooking the Chao Phraya River. The space occupies a converted house with partially removed walls, creating an open, casual setting.
Analog Space & Vintage Shop is a vintage collective housed in a century-old building on Song Wat Road in Bangkok’s Chinatown area which converted an old building over 100 years old into a community hub.
The Lao Pun Tao Kong Shrine is located on Song Wat Road in the Samphanthawong District of Bangkok, near Chinatown. According to historical records, the shrine was originally built in 1906 but was destroyed by fire and reconstructed in 1917.