Introduction
Bangkok tourist attractions are quite popular in the world. This capital of Thailand is one of the popular tourist destinations of the world. One can experience a traditional and modern world in Bangkok. While the shrines and temples give Bangkok a traditional look, the highly developed city with all the modern amenities give it a modern look.
Bangkok is a vibrant city. There are a lot of entertainment spots, sophisticated shopping malls, floating markets and more in Bangkok. The developed metro system and the river transport system makes it easy to travel around the city. There is heavy road traffic especially during peak hours.
Bangkok aerial view
Bangkok Currency
The official currency of Bangkok is Thai baht (THB) denoted as ฿. 1 baht equals 100 satang. There are 5 bills and 9 coins. The 5 bills are ฿20, ฿50, ฿100, ฿500, ฿1000. The satang coins are 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 and the baht coins are ฿1. ฿2, ฿5, ฿10. The conversion rate of United Staes Dollar to Thai baht is around 37 Thai baht, that is subject to change over time.
Grand Palace – Bangkok tourist attraction
The Grand Palace, with its cultural importance and great architecture is a popular Bangkok tourist attraction. The Grand Palace is a must-see attraction in Bangkok. The Palace was the official residence of the Kings in the past. It is open from 8.30 AM to 3.30 PM and costs about 500 baht. It is about 7-min walk from Wat Pho. Wat Pho is about 7-min walk from MRT Sanam Chai (blue line).
Grand Palace
Wat Pho – Bangkok tourist attraction
The Wat Pho is one of the 6 highest grade royal temples of Thailand popularly known as the temple of Reclining Buddha. Wat Pho is open from 8 AM to 6.30 PM and costs 300 baht. The temple is about 7-min walk from MRT Sanam Chai (blue line).
Premises
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Wat Arun-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Wat Arun is a Buddhist temple near Wat Pho across the river. The temple is also known as the Temple of Dawn. Wat Arun is open from 8.30 AM to 6 PM and costs 200 baht. To go to Wat Arun, take a ferry from Tha Chang Pier near Wat Pho. Tha Tien Pier is under renovation.
Temple overview
Wat Arun temple
The Mahanakhon Skywalk-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Mahanakhon Skywalk is a 314 m (1030 ft) tall building is a popular Bangkok tourist attraction. The skywalk is a must-see attraction in Bangkok. You can see the Bangkok city below standing on a glass tray on the 78th floor. The Skywalk is open from 10 AM to 7 PM and costs about 990 baht (10 AM-3 PM) and about 1190 baht (4 PM-7 PM). This place is 3-min walk from the exit 3 of BTS Chong Nonsi station.
Mahanakhon Skywalk
The Maeklong railway market-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Maeklong railway market (umbrella pulldown market) is a seafood market located in Samut Songkhram Province southwest of Bangkok. This is popular tourist attraction because shops are on the train tracks and are removed whenever the train approaches. The railway market is about 80 km from Bangkok and takes about 90 minutes to reach there. Better take a minivan or taxi or a tour package to visit this place. There is also Damnoen Saduak Floating Market near this place.
Maeklong train station
Maeklong train
Wat Saket-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Wat Saket (Golden mount) is a popular Buddhist temple in Bangkok. The Wat Saket temple is also known as Golden Mount. Wat Saket is one of the oldest temples in Bangkok. Open from 7.30 AM to 7 PM and costs 100 baht. Just 10-minute walk from Wat Suthat temple or a 15-min walk from MRT Sam Yot (blue line).
Wat Saket
Buddha images
ICONSIAM Mall
ICONSIAM is the largest and luxurious shopping center in Bangkok. This mall is a popular Bangkok tourist attraction. Iconsiam is located near Charoen Nakhon sky train gold line station. Open from 10 AM to 10 PM.
Iconsiam mall
MBK Center
This is a popular mall in Bangkok. MBK Center is open from 10 AM to 10 PM. This is located near the BTS National Stadium station.
MBK Center
Siam Paragon
Siam Paragon is a popular shopping mall and is just 3-minute walk away from BTS Siam station. The mall is open from 10 AM to 10 PM.
Siam Center
Siam Center is a popular shopping mall and is just 3-minute walk away from BTS Siam station. The shopping mall is open from 10 AM to 10 PM.
Siam Discovery
Siam Discovery is near Siam Center. The discovery mall is open from 10 AM to 10 PM
Bangkok Art and Culture Center-Bangkok tourist attraction
Bangkok Art and Culture Center in Bangkok is a clean and nice place where events of art, culture, theater etc. are conducted. There are photos, paintings and sculptures and modern art here. It is a must-see attraction. The Art and Culture Center is open from 10 AM to 9 PM (Monday holiday) and the admission is free. It is a 2-min walk from BTS National Stadium and is quite opposite to MBK Center.
Chinatown-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Chinatown in Bangkok located along Yaowarat Road is one of the largest Chinatowns in the world. One can buy various items like clothes, jewelry, souvenirs etc. One can also try different varieties of food here at reasonable prices. The market is open from 9 AM to 11 PM. It is 2-min walk from MRT Wat Mangkon (blue line)
Wat Bowonniwet-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Wat Bowonniwet is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It is open from 6 AM to 6 PM and the admission is free. It is 10-min walk from Khaosan road and 15-min walk from Phra Arthit Pier.
Phra Sumen Fort-Bangkok tourist attraction
Phra Sumen Fort is a bright white octagonal fort built of masonry. It is open from 6.30 AM to 9.30 PM and the admission is free. It is 5-min walk from Phra Arthit Pier.
Wat Benchamabophit-Bangkok tourist attraction
Wat Benchamabophit is a Buddhist first class royal temple. The royal temple is also known as the marble temple. Wat Benchamabophit is open from 8 AM to 6 PM and costs about 100 baht. About 3.5 km away and 10-minute drive from BTS Phaya Thai station.
Wat Suthat-Bangkok tourist attraction
This temple is one of highest grade first class Royal temples in Thailand. This temple has the Buddha image (Phra Sri Sakyamuni) and a Giant Swing in the front. The Wat Suthat temple is open from 8.30 AM to 9 PM and costs 20 baht. About 10-minute walk from Wat Saket or MRT Sam Yot (blue line).
Wat Traimit-Bangkok tourist attraction
This place has Golden Buddha and is a popular tourist attraction. Wat Traimit is open from 8 AM to 5 PM and costs 100 baht. The place is 6-minute walk from Chinatown or MRT Hua Lamphong station (blue line).
The Bangkok National Museum located at Phra Nakhon; Bangkok is the main branch of the National Museums in Thailand. There are exhibits of Thai history, Thai art and other Asian arts. The National Museum is open from 9 AM-4 PM (Mon & Tue holiday) and costs about 200 baht. Being a 10-minute walk from the Grand Palace, can be visited after visiting Grand Palace.
Erawan Shrine-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Erawan Shrine is a shrine in Bangkok that is affiliated to Buddhism and Hinduism. The Shrine has the statue of Phra Phrom (Hindu God Brahma, the god of creation). The Shrine is open from 6 AM to 11 PM and the entry is free. The 2-minute walk from BTS Chit Lom station is not much.
Jim Thompson House-Bangkok tourist attraction
The Jim Thompson House is a museum in Bangkok built in 1959. Built in about half-acre of land. The house has art collection of James Harrison Wilson Thompson, the owner of Thai Silk Company Ltd. The house is open from 10 AM to 6 PM and costs about 200 baht. The 5-minute walk from BTS National Stadium exit 1 is not a big deal.
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