Bangkok

By Paparit Kankiatkul

WEATHER:
Dec to Feb: 26°C • Mar to May: 29°C
Jun to Aug: 28°C • Sep to Nov: 27°C

CURRENCY:
Thai baht (THB)

WEATHER:
Dec to Feb: 26°C • Mar to May: 29°C
Jun to Aug: 28°C • Sep to Nov: 27°C

CURRENCY:
Thai baht (THB)

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TRAVEL INSPIRATIONS

"With a population of over 10 million, Thailand’s capital may be a modern metropolitan city now, but it still retains much of its traditional culture. Even though so many people already visit Bangkok for its cheap shopping and delicious food, I feel we have a lot more to offer, not just in those areas but in terms of arts and lifestyle as well, if you know where to look!" – Paparit

"With a population of over 10 million, Thailand’s capital may be a modern metropolitan city now, but it still retains much of its traditional culture. Even though so many people already visit Bangkok for its cheap shopping and delicious food, I feel we have a lot more to offer, not just in those areas but in terms of arts and lifestyle as well, if you know where to look!" – Paparit

MUST SEE

There’s nothing recycled about the creativity at ChangChui

Let your imagination take flight in the iconic disused airplane.

Get to know the city at the Bangkok Art & Culture Centre

Immerse yourself in Thai culture, both past and present.

Arrive by boat for a smooth-sailing outing to Tha Maharaj

You can bank on good food and photo ops at this pitstop.

Everyone’s invited to have a good time at Open House

Pick an area and zone out with your favourite activities.

It’s easy to lose track of time at Train Night Market Ratchada

With so many shops to explore, it’s good they’re only open at night.

MUST EAT

Jeh Choel Kanom Jeen has a truly delicious recipe for success

You can’t go wrong with Thai comfort food that’s made with love.

Ping’s Hotpot is one place you won’t mind getting into hot soup

Savour the best of Thai Teochew food at this award-winning restaurant.

The tomyum noodles at Rung Rueng Noodle are offal-y tasty

Once just a favourite with locals, now it’s drawing in tourists too.

Taste the French invasion at Le Normandie – it’s absolutely divine

The well-executed dishes here will please both your eyes and palate.

Eat your way through north-eastern Thailand at SomTam Nua

With over 100 dishes to choose from, it could take a while.

MUST DO

Stop and smell the roses at Pak Khlong Talat Flower Market

Pick up local or imported flowers any time of the day (or night)!

Get ready for non-stop eating action in Yaowarat, Thailand’s Chinatown

Pace yourself as you explore all the authentic Chinese food on offer.

Get fresh with the produce at Or Tor Kor Market

Both pro and home chefs love the 4th-best fresh market in the world.

Leave the concrete jungle behind at Bangkok Tree House

This urban oasis even creates self-sustaining habitats for fireflies!

Escape the Bangkok jams at Jam Factory, a stylish converted space

Check out the stores and restaurants, or just chill in the courtyard.

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MUST STAY

The décor will make you fall in love with Beat Hotel in a heartbeat

Designed by talented young artists, each room is unique yet stylish.

Create your own Bangkok story at Adventure Hostel

This hipster backpackers’ hostel is a great way to meet new people.

Start your exploration of old Bangkok at Baan Dinso

You can even wake up to a spectacular view of the Democracy Monument.

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MUST SEE

There’s nothing recycled about the creativity at ChangChui

Get to know the city at the Bangkok Art & Culture Centre

Arrive by boat for a smooth-sailing outing to Tha Maharaj

Everyone’s invited to have a good time at Open House

It’s easy to lose track of time at Train Night Market Ratchada

MUST EAT

Jeh Choel Kanom Jeen has a truly delicious recipe for success

Ping’s Hotpot is one place you won’t mind getting into hot soup

The tomyum noodles at Rung Rueng Noodle are offal-y tasty

Taste the French invasion at Le Normandie – it’s absolutely divine

Eat your way through north-eastern Thailand at SomTam Nua

MUST DO

Stop and smell the roses at Pak Khlong Talat Flower Market

Get ready for non-stop eating action in Yaowarat, Thailand’s Chinatown

Get fresh with the produce at Or Tor Kor Market

Leave the concrete jungle behind at Bangkok Tree House

Escape the Bangkok jams at Jam Factory, a stylish converted space

MUST STAY

The décor will make you fall in love with Beat Hotel in a heartbeat

Create your own Bangkok story at Adventure Hostel

Start your exploration of old Bangkok at Baan Dinso

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