The One Ratchada
The One Ratchada is a popular night market located near the Ratchada area in Bangkok. It is the revamped version of the former Ratchada Train Night Market (Talad Rot Fai Ratchada), which closed during the pandemic
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Rocco Club Rooftop
Bangkok View is a simple but fun rooftop located at the end of Khaosan Road. The lift that leads to the rooftop is small, old and slow but the atmosphere up there is fun and casual. You can see the buzz and the crowd of Khaosan Road below while enjoying a reasonably priced drink, which is quite unique for a rooftop in Bangkok.
The ONE at Khaosan
The ONE at Khaosan is without a doubt the most popular bar and restaurant in the Khaosan area. The multi-level layout set with colourful; lighting under a triangular roof creates a perspective visitors cannot resist. In the evening, the place is packed to enjoy excellent DJs.
Bangkok Flower Market (Pak Khlong Talat)
Bangkok Flower Market (The Pak Khlong Talat) is a picturesque sight in the old town. The marketplace hosts dozens of vendors selling just about everything, from fresh-cut flowers and potted plants to traditional garlands and flower arrangements.
Tha Phra Chan
Tha Phra Chan is a historic pier on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Named after a bronze bell that once hung in a nearby temple, this important transportation hub serves as a gateway to many notable attractions in Bangkok Old Town, including the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Wat Pho.
Wat Suthat Thepwararam (Giant Swing)
Wat Suthat (Giant Swing) is a famous Buddhist temple dating back to the late 18th century. It’s mostly known for its towering red teak swing standing at 21 m. Due to its towering height, it can be seen from other areas in Bangkok Old Town. Originally used in a Brahminic ritual to celebrate the rice harvest, the swing was later incorporated into Buddhist ceremonies.
Museum Siam
Museum Siam in Bangkok Old Town offers an interactive and engaging way to learn about Thailand’s history and culture. It occupies a 19th-century building on Sanam Chai Road, which puts you within a 5-minute walk of Wat Pho. The museum’s exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including the Thai monarchy, cultural traditions and daily life.
Tha Maharaj Riverside Complex
Tha Maharaj is a riverside community mall in Bangkok’s Old Town, just next door to Tha Phra Chan Pier. It’s one of those places I like to stop by after wandering around the temples or the amulet markets nearby.
Tha Tian Market
Tha Tian Market is a sizable community marketplace on Rattanakosin Island, right next to Wat Pho. It offers a unique shopping experience, thanks to its largely local clientele. Most of the vendors sell dried salted seafood wholesale and retail, but you can also find fresh produce, antiques, and daily necessities.
Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market
Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market is a great destination if you want to experience a traditional Thai floating market. Surrounded by lush greenery, Located in the heart of Bang Kachao, often referred to as Bangkok’s “green lung”, the market is a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Siam Commercial Bank Building
The Siam Commercial Bank Talat Noi Branch is a historic building located on the Chao Phraya riverside, not far from Bangkok Chinatown. Opened in 1908, it is Thailand’s oldest operating bank branch, it was designed by Italian architect Annibale Rigotti in the Beaux-Arts style.
NAAM 1608
Naam 1608 is a great restaurant and bar right by the Chao Phraya River, with a cosy atmosphere and beautiful views of the Chinese temple on the other side of the river
Mother Roaster Talat Noi
Mother Roaster Talat Noi is a popular, trendy coffee shop hidden behind an unassuming facade covered with paintings and graffiti. What probably made the cafe so popular, beyond the pretty cafe and the talented baristas, is the fact that the coffee shop is on the second floor of a mechanic junkyard.
The Holy Rosary Church
The Holy Rosary Church, also known as Kalawar Church, is located close to River City and just next to the beautiful Siam Commercial Bank. It was built between 1891 and 1897, and its Gothic-style arched doors and Roman Catholic stained-glass windows are renowned for their beauty.
Talat Noi Street Art
One of the most popular attractions in Talat Noi is the Talat Noi Street Art and Murals, a series of colourful murals and street art installations that can be found throughout the neighbourhood.
The Street Market in Talat Noi
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LAWOI’ Restaurant – ละโวยจ
LAWOI’ is a new hidden gem in Bangkok, located on the lower floor of the popular Velaa Community Mall on Langsuan Road, next to Villa Market. The concept of a Modern Thai Izakaya was a pleasant surprise, as we didn’t know what to expect.
Chow Sue Kong Shrine
Chow Sue Kong temple is an elaborate structure and is believed to have been constructed in 1804. It is among the oldest temples that serve the Hokkien-Chinese community in Talat Noi
So Heng Tai Mansion
So Heng Tai Mansion was built in the 19th century by Phra Aphaiwanit, a Hokkien Chinese bird’s nest tax farmer who later became a member of Thailand’s nobility. It still belongs to the same family, making it a likely candidate for the title of the oldest private residence in Bangkok.
The Luenrit Old Town Yaowarat
Luenrit Old Town is a newly renovated area in Bangkok’s Chinatown, just a short distance from the bustling Yaowarat Road. The project aims to preserve the original architecture of the traditional shophouses, giving visitors a glimpse of the area’s historic charm