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Discover Bangkok with guides to the best tours, attractions, temples, food, and markets. Explore travel tips, local culture, and must-see sights in Thailand’s capital.

Hagow Yaowarat in Bangkok Chinatown

Hagow Yaowarat

    Hagow Yaowarat is a well-known restaurant right in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown. The bright red LED lights and the exterior which is unique to its neighbor makes it stands out along the Yaowarat road

    Ba Hao Tian Mi dessert shop in Bangkok Chinatown

    Ba Hao Tian Mi

      Ba Hao Tian Mi is this tiny little dessert bar tucked inside Soi Nana, just off Yaowarat Road. You’d probably walk right past it if you didn’t know what it look like

      Pratunam,Bangkok

      Pratunam, Bangkok

        Pratunam is where Bangkok gets loud, chaotic, and busy — in the best possible way. It’s just a short walk from the sleek malls of Siam, but the vibe here is completely different.

        Baiyoke Sky Tower Bangkok

        Baiyoke Sky Tower

          Baiyoke Sky Tower, formerly the tallest building in Thailand, offers a new perspective of the Bangkok skyline. Located in the heart of Bangkok in the Pratunam area

          Platinum Fashion Mall in Pratunam

          Platinum Fashion Mall

            Platinum Fashion Mall, Right across from Pratunam Market on Phetchaburi Road – a six-floor, air-conditioned haven

            JTAP Restaurant at Velaa in Ploenchit, Bangkok

            JTAP Restaurant

              Discover JTAP, Chef Tap Supasit’s new Thai restaurant at Velaa Langsuan, serving premium grilled meats and spicy salads in a refined minimalist space

              Nai Ek Roll Noodle in Bangkok Chinatown

              Nai Ek Roll Noodle

                Nai Ek Roll Noodle (ร้านนายเอก ก๋วยจั๊บน้ำใส) is a small but very popular restaurant on Yaowarat Road, in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown

                Dusit Thani Bangkok

                Dusit Thani Bangkok

                  The Dusit Thani Bangkok reopened on September 27, 2024, after a complete rebuild. Located across from Lumphini Park, the hotel is part of the new Dusit Central Park development. It features 257 rooms, each offering uninterrupted views of the park through large cantilevered windows.

                  Maison Roru at Velaa Sindhorn Village

                  Maison Roru

                    Maison Roru is a brand new hand roll and sake bar tucked inside Velaa Sindhorn Village on Langsuan Road, just a short walk from Ploenchit. It’s the latest project by Chef Masato Shimizu and Khun Pla from the Iberry Group.

                    Michelin Restaurants in Bangkok

                    Michelin Restaurants in Bangkok

                      Bangkok is home to an impressive number of Michelin-rated restaurants, and over the years, we’ve had the chance to try quite a few. On this page, we share the places we personally visited and reviewed

                      Firefly Bar at Sindhorn Kempinski Bangkok

                      Firefly Bar at Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel

                        Firefly Bar at Sindhorn Kempinski Bangkok is an elegant cocktail bar in Langsuan offering Thai-inspired drinks, live jazz, and a stylish yet cosy atmosphere.

                        ChiCha San Chen Tea Shop at Velaa Sindhorn Village on Langsuan Road

                        Chicha San Chen Velaa Sindhorn Village

                          Tucked away in the basement of Velaa Sindhorn Village on Langsuan Road, Chicha San Chen has quietly become one of Bangkok’s most talked-about tea spots.

                          Elements Restaurant at Okura Prestige Hotel Bangkok

                          Elements Restaurant

                            Elements Restaurant is on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. We went for dinner on a quiet weekday evening, curious to see how this Michelin-starred restaurant balances French and Japanese influences.

                            Best Street Food in Chinatown

                            10 Best Street Food in Bangkok Chinatown

                              Street food in Bangkok Chinatown is one of the highlights of visiting Bangkok. In the evening, Yaowarat Road turns into a busy food street, packed with small carts, local restaurants, and smoky woks.

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                              Lek Seafood (Lek & Rut)

                                Lek Seafood (Lek & Rut) is one of those iconic places in Bangkok’s Chinatown that many travellers remember long after their trip. It’s loud, it’s busy, and it feels slightly chaotic—but that’s what makes it special.

                                Widdershins Bar on Yaowarat Road in Bangkok Chinatown

                                Widdershins Hidden Bar

                                  Widdershins is one of those places that people walk past every day without realising it’s there. Right in the middle of Yaowarat Road, in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown, it’s hidden in plain sight

                                  Spire Rooftop Bar at Dusit Thani Bangkok

                                  Spire Rooftop Bar at Dusit Thani Bangkok

                                    Spire rooftop bar is the newest venue at the rebuilt Dusit Thani Bangkok, and it really impressed us during our recent visit. Spread over three floors on the 39th floor on the edge of Silom, this massive rooftop bar is both modern and comfortable.

                                    The Roof @ 38th Bar

                                    The Roof @ 38th Bar

                                      The Roof @ 38th Bar offers a chic rooftop experience on the 38th floor of Mode Sathorn Hotel. With sweeping views of Bangkok’s skyline and the Chao Phraya River, this stylish lounge serves Mexican, Moroccan, French, and Asian specialities alongside inventive cocktails.

                                      View Bangkok Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

                                      View Bangkok Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

                                        View Bangkok Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is a casual and friendly rooftop bar on the 9th floor of the Novotel Bangkok Platinum, right in the edge of Pratunam