Things to do in Bangkok Old Town

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Jurassic World: The Experience Bangkok

Jurassic World: The Experience Bangkok – Immersive Dinosaur Encounter

S$38
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Jurassic World: The Experience Bangkok – Immersive Dinosaur Encounter
Chaophraya Dinner Cruise with Entertainment

Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise – Scenic Views & Live Performances

S$58
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise – Scenic Views & Live Performances
From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Historical Day Tour by Bus

From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Historical Day Tour by Bus

S$38
per adult
From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Historical Day Tour by Bus
Michelin Guide Street Food Tour by Tuk Tuk

Michelin Street Food Tour by Tuk Tuk: Bangkok's Best Bites

S$70
per adult
Michelin Street Food Tour by Tuk Tuk: Bangkok's Best Bites
Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip

Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip

S$38
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip
Baiyoke Sky Restaurant

Baiyoke Sky Restaurant

S$26
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Baiyoke Sky Restaurant
Bangkok: Highlights, Temples, and Canal Tour

Bangkok: Highlights, Temples, and Canal Tour

S$46
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Bangkok: Highlights, Temples, and Canal Tour
Guided Fast Track Immigration with Guide – Suvarnabhumi Airport

Guided Fast Track Immigration From Aircraft to Arrival Hall – Bangkok

S$83
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Fast Track Immigration From Aircraft to Arrival Hall – Bangkok
Bangkok: Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show

Bangkok: Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show

S$58
per adult
Bangkok: Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show
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1. Khaosan Road

The notorious Khao San Road has been attracting budget travellers since the 1980s, and is now Bangkok’s backpacker hub. Expect to see anything and everything on this short street that’s full to overflowing with hawkers, travellers, tour operators and revellers. By day you can pick up cheap clothes and jewellery, and at night you can get a Thai tattoo and party until the sun comes up.
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2. Grand Palace

The Grand Palace complex is the first stop for many of the city’s visitors. Home to the highly revered Emerald Buddha and a number of different statues and temples, there are endless photo opportunities to be had both inside and out. The Grand Palace complex is Bangkok’s most recognisable landmark, and offers a great insight into the city’s history.
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3. Wat Pho

Wat Po is also where people come to train in traditional Thai massage, and is one of the oldest public universities in the country.
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4. Temple of the Emerald Buddha

Known to visitors as “the Temple of the Emerald Buddha”, Thai people believe that this is the oldest sculpture of Buddha in the world, and it is this, combined with its mesmerising green glow, that makes it such an important religious icon.
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5. Bangkok National Museum

The museum first opened in 1874 in what is now the Grand Palace complex, but later moved to nearby Wang Na. King Rama V wanted to display the exquisite treasures and artworks left to him by his father and it is these, along with other pieces added by later kings, that make up the bulk of the museum’s collection.
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What to do in Bangkok Old Town

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Khaosan Road

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A hot spot for backpackers, budget travellers and revellers, this street is crammed with raucous bars, cheap hostels, bargain clothing and party people.
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Bangkok City Centre

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bangkok City Centre. Check out top attractions like Khaosan Road and MBK Center, and jump on the metro at Hua Lamphong Station or National Stadium BTS Station to see more of the city.

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Sukhumvit

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sukhumvit. Check out top attractions like Terminal 21 Shopping Mall and EmSphere Shopping Center, and jump on the metro at Asok BTS Station or Sukhumvit Station to see more of the city.

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Siam

Enjoy the popular shops in Siam. MBK Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ratchadamri BTS Station or Siam BTS Station to see more of Bangkok.

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Asoke

Asoke is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Terminal 21 Shopping Mall and EmQuartier, and you can get around town on the metro at Sukhumvit Station.

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Silom

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Silom. Check out top attractions like King Power Mahanakhon and Silom Complex Shopping Mall, and jump on the metro at Chong Nonsi BTS Station or Sala Daeng BTS Station to see more of the city.

 

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