TIP
Save travel ideas by clicking on !
Find out how.

Bangkok Insider

By Paparit Kankiatkul

Insider Recommendations
Must Do
Get fresh with the produce at Or Tor Kor Market
Both pro and home chefs love the 4th-best fresh market in the world.
Must Do
Get ready for non-stop eating action in Yaowarat, Thailand’s Chinatown
Pace yourself as you explore all the authentic Chinese food on offer.
Must Do
Escape the Bangkok jams at Jam Factory, a stylish converted space
Check out the stores and restaurants, or just chill in the courtyard.
Must Eat
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.
Must See
Arrive by boat for a smooth-sailing outing to Tha Maharaj
You can bank on good food and photo ops at this pitstop.
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.
Must Eat
Eat your way through north-eastern Thailand at SomTam Nua
With over 100 dishes to choose from, it could take a while.
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.
Must See
Everyone’s invited to have a good time at Open House
Pick an area and zone out with your favourite activities.
Must See
Get to know the city at the Bangkok Art & Culture Centre
Immerse yourself in Thai culture, both past and present.
Must Eat
Taste the French invasion at Le Normandie – it’s absolutely divine
The well-executed dishes here will please both your eyes and palate.
Must See
There’s nothing recycled about the creativity at ChangChui
Let your imagination take flight in the iconic disused airplane.
Must Stay
Create your own Bangkok story at Adventure Hostel
This hipster backpackers’ hostel is a great way to meet new people.
Must See
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 Stay
Start your exploration of old Bangkok at Baan Dinso
You can even wake up to a spectacular view of the Democracy Monument.
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)!
Must Do
Leave the concrete jungle behind at Bangkok Tree House
This urban oasis even creates self-sustaining habitats for fireflies!
Must Eat
The tomyum noodles at Rung Rueng Noodle are offal-y tasty
Once just a favourite with locals, now it’s drawing in tourists too.
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

Travel Inspirations

Articles

HOME DESTINATION INSIDERS TRAVEL INSPIRATION DEALS BOOK NOW PLAN ABOUT