Guidebook for Bangkok
Food Scene
Sabai Jai Gai Yang is also known as Sabai Jai Keb Tawan Gai Yang, It is a semi-outdoor place with a happy and fun atmosphere, especially when a Thai band is on stage. They mainly sell Isaan food . Gai Yang or grilled chicken topped with fried onion is a must try dish. Also, you can find other famous Thai dishes namely Tom Yum Gung (Sour and spicy shrimp soup), Som Tam (Papaya Salad), Chicken and Cashew Nuts and Pad Thai here.
Prices : The price is not too expensive, you might spend only 150- 250 THB per person.
Hours : They open every day from 10 am until midnight.
How to Get There : The easiest way is to go to the restaurant by BTS. Get off at Ekkamai Station.
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Sabaijai (Original)
87 Soi Ekkamai 3Sabai Jai Gai Yang is also known as Sabai Jai Keb Tawan Gai Yang, It is a semi-outdoor place with a happy and fun atmosphere, especially when a Thai band is on stage. They mainly sell Isaan food . Gai Yang or grilled chicken topped with fried onion is a must try dish. Also, you can find other famous Thai dishes namely Tom Yum Gung (Sour and spicy shrimp soup), Som Tam (Papaya Salad), Chicken and Cashew Nuts and Pad Thai here.
Prices : The price is not too expensive, you might spend only 150- 250 THB per person.
Hours : They open every day from 10 am until midnight.
How to Get There : The easiest way is to go to the restaurant by BTS. Get off at Ekkamai Station.
Issaya Siamese Club is a 100 year-old house with green garden hidden on a small street (Chua Plong) near Rama IV Road, very well designed and decorated. It is listed in Asia’s 50 best restaurant. Their modern Thai dishes are very skillful presented. All dishes are great and do not forget to try their sweet!!! In addition, their service is exceptional. Their staff are polite and attentive with excellent English. If you are looking for the most memorable and romantic dinner to impress your love ones, we highly recommend this place.
Prices : The price range is around 150- 600 THB per dish.
Hours : They open daily 11:30 am – 2:30 pm for lunch, 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm for dinner.
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Issaya Siamese Club
4 Soi Si AksonIssaya Siamese Club is a 100 year-old house with green garden hidden on a small street (Chua Plong) near Rama IV Road, very well designed and decorated. It is listed in Asia’s 50 best restaurant. Their modern Thai dishes are very skillful presented. All dishes are great and do not forget to try their sweet!!! In addition, their service is exceptional. Their staff are polite and attentive with excellent English. If you are looking for the most memorable and romantic dinner to impress your love ones, we highly recommend this place.
Prices : The price range is around 150- 600 THB per dish.
Hours : They open daily 11:30 am – 2:30 pm for lunch, 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm for dinner.
China town (Yaowarat) is a district of the Thai-Chinese community, the oldest part of Bangkok, a popular tourist attraction and a Thai- Chinese food haven. It is packed with market stalls and street-side restaurants. There are many more intersting stalls and restaurants to visit in Yaowarat. Prices : As Yaowarat is a food street. The prices vary depending on each stall, however, it is very reasonable. Hours : This street never sleep!!! It opens 24 hours, daily, but best for street eating in the evenings after sunset. How to Get There : Take MRT subway to Hua Lamphong MRT station. The station is not close to Chinatown. From the station you have to walk for 10-15 minutes or take a taxi.
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Yaowarat Chinatown Heritage Center
661 Charoen Krung RdChina town (Yaowarat) is a district of the Thai-Chinese community, the oldest part of Bangkok, a popular tourist attraction and a Thai- Chinese food haven. It is packed with market stalls and street-side restaurants. There are many more intersting stalls and restaurants to visit in Yaowarat. Prices : As Yaowarat is a food street. The prices vary depending on each stall, however, it is very reasonable. Hours : This street never sleep!!! It opens 24 hours, daily, but best for street eating in the evenings after sunset. How to Get There : Take MRT subway to Hua Lamphong MRT station. The station is not close to Chinatown. From the station you have to walk for 10-15 minutes or take a taxi.
Drinks & Nightlife
Soi Cowboy was named after the cowboy hat-wearing African-American who opened the first bar here in the early 1970s, this red-light district has a more laid-back, carnival-like feel to it than Patpong or Nana Plaza. Flashing neon lights up a colourful streetscape of 20 or so A go-go bars that line its sides. Don't be shy, it's pretty easygoing and open-minded, entry is always free and drink's prices are fixed.
Location: Located just opposite of Terminal 21 and less than 100 metres from Sukhumvit Road, between Asoke Road and Sukhumvit Soi 23 (the nearest Skytrain station is Asoke, or MRT station Sukhumvit).
MRT: Sukhumvit Station
BTS: Asoke
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Cowboy
Soi CowboySoi Cowboy was named after the cowboy hat-wearing African-American who opened the first bar here in the early 1970s, this red-light district has a more laid-back, carnival-like feel to it than Patpong or Nana Plaza. Flashing neon lights up a colourful streetscape of 20 or so A go-go bars that line its sides. Don't be shy, it's pretty easygoing and open-minded, entry is always free and drink's prices are fixed.
Location: Located just opposite of Terminal 21 and less than 100 metres from Sukhumvit Road, between Asoke Road and Sukhumvit Soi 23 (the nearest Skytrain station is Asoke, or MRT station Sukhumvit).
MRT: Sukhumvit Station
BTS: Asoke
One of the world's most famous red-light districts, Patpong is where Thailand's Go-Go culture all started. It has even been immortalised in a James Bond chase-sequence. Its two parallel side-streets, found between Silom and Surawongse Roads, house dozens of neon-lit strip bars offering naughty shows and the famous pole-dancing entertainment.
Location: Located between Silom and Surawong Roads, it's within easy walking distance from the Skytrain station (Sala Daeng) or the MRT station (Silom).
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Patpong Night Market
ซอย Thanon Patpong 1One of the world's most famous red-light districts, Patpong is where Thailand's Go-Go culture all started. It has even been immortalised in a James Bond chase-sequence. Its two parallel side-streets, found between Silom and Surawongse Roads, house dozens of neon-lit strip bars offering naughty shows and the famous pole-dancing entertainment.
Location: Located between Silom and Surawong Roads, it's within easy walking distance from the Skytrain station (Sala Daeng) or the MRT station (Silom).
Sightseeing
Khao San Road - The popular book 'The Beach' famously described Khao San Road as "the centre of the backpacking universe". Judging by the truth-seeking travellers who converge here to shop, exchange tales and prepare for their next stint on the backpacker trail, it's a phrase that sums it up pretty much perfectly.
BTS from Asoke to Saphan Taksin 22 minutes, 40 baht (not counting transfer time at Siam), plus about 25 minutes on the Chao Phaya boat (not counting waiting time), 14 baht, plus 10-15 minute walk.
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Khao San road
Thanon Khao SanKhao San Road - The popular book 'The Beach' famously described Khao San Road as "the centre of the backpacking universe". Judging by the truth-seeking travellers who converge here to shop, exchange tales and prepare for their next stint on the backpacker trail, it's a phrase that sums it up pretty much perfectly.
BTS from Asoke to Saphan Taksin 22 minutes, 40 baht (not counting transfer time at Siam), plus about 25 minutes on the Chao Phaya boat (not counting waiting time), 14 baht, plus 10-15 minute walk.
Parks & Nature
Lumpini Park is an inner-city haven of tranquility, fresh air and shade - offering city dwellers the perfect connection to nature. Named after the birthplace of the Lord Buddha in Nepal, the park is more than half a million square metres big, and the habitat of various flora and fauna.
Opening Hours: 04:30 - 21:0.
Location: Rama IV Road, Pathumwan
MRT: Silom, Lumphini
BTS: Saladaeng
How to get there: MRT Subway Silom or Lumphini Stations will drop you right opposite the park.
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Lumpini Park
192 Thanon WitthayuLumpini Park is an inner-city haven of tranquility, fresh air and shade - offering city dwellers the perfect connection to nature. Named after the birthplace of the Lord Buddha in Nepal, the park is more than half a million square metres big, and the habitat of various flora and fauna.
Opening Hours: 04:30 - 21:0.
Location: Rama IV Road, Pathumwan
MRT: Silom, Lumphini
BTS: Saladaeng
How to get there: MRT Subway Silom or Lumphini Stations will drop you right opposite the park.
Arts & Culture
The Ancient City is his attempt to give mankind a rudder, his slightly eccentric remedy for what he sees as "the moral deterioration of human society". Set in 320 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens on the outskirts of Bangkok, its success or failure in this lofty ambition is not clear. What is, however, is that it succeeds at preserving Thailand's singular heritage, its wonderful art, customs and culture for future generations.Opening Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 Location: Samut Prakan, Bangpoo
How to get there: Taxi is probably the best way to go. Tell the driver "Muang Boran, Samut Prakarn". Or take the BTS Skytrain to On-Nut Station, then continue on taxi for about 30 minutes.
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Ancient City
296/1 Sukhumvit RdThe Ancient City is his attempt to give mankind a rudder, his slightly eccentric remedy for what he sees as "the moral deterioration of human society". Set in 320 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens on the outskirts of Bangkok, its success or failure in this lofty ambition is not clear. What is, however, is that it succeeds at preserving Thailand's singular heritage, its wonderful art, customs and culture for future generations.Opening Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 Location: Samut Prakan, Bangpoo
How to get there: Taxi is probably the best way to go. Tell the driver "Muang Boran, Samut Prakarn". Or take the BTS Skytrain to On-Nut Station, then continue on taxi for about 30 minutes.
Shopping
China town (Yaowarat) is a district of the Thai-Chinese community, the oldest part of Bangkok, a popular tourist attraction and a Thai- Chinese food haven. It is packed with market stalls and street-side restaurants. There are many more intersting stalls and restaurants to visit in Yaowarat.
Prices : As Yaowarat is a food street. The prices vary depending on each stall, however, it is very reasonable.
Hours : This street never sleep!!! It opens 24 hours, daily, but best for street eating in the evenings after sunset.
How to Get There : Take MRT subway to Hua Lamphong MRT station. The station is not close to Chinatown. From the station you have to walk for 10-15 minutes or take a taxi.
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Chinatown
483-5 ถ. เยาวราชChina town (Yaowarat) is a district of the Thai-Chinese community, the oldest part of Bangkok, a popular tourist attraction and a Thai- Chinese food haven. It is packed with market stalls and street-side restaurants. There are many more intersting stalls and restaurants to visit in Yaowarat.
Prices : As Yaowarat is a food street. The prices vary depending on each stall, however, it is very reasonable.
Hours : This street never sleep!!! It opens 24 hours, daily, but best for street eating in the evenings after sunset.
How to Get There : Take MRT subway to Hua Lamphong MRT station. The station is not close to Chinatown. From the station you have to walk for 10-15 minutes or take a taxi.
Once only popular among wholesalers and traders, Chatuchak Weekend Market has reached a landmark status as a must-visit place for tourists. Its sheer size and diverse collections of merchandise will bring any seasoned shoppers to their knees this is where you can literally shop ‘till you drop’.
How to get there:BTS Mo Chit station, take exit no. 1
MRT;(MRT) to Chatuchak Park station (exit no.1)
The weekend market is open on Saturdays and Sundays, 09:00 - 18:00, and Fridays 18:00 - 24:00. Plant sections are also open on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 07:00 am.- 18:00.pm.
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333/344 Thanon Pracha ChuenOnce only popular among wholesalers and traders, Chatuchak Weekend Market has reached a landmark status as a must-visit place for tourists. Its sheer size and diverse collections of merchandise will bring any seasoned shoppers to their knees this is where you can literally shop ‘till you drop’.
How to get there:BTS Mo Chit station, take exit no. 1
MRT;(MRT) to Chatuchak Park station (exit no.1)
The weekend market is open on Saturdays and Sundays, 09:00 - 18:00, and Fridays 18:00 - 24:00. Plant sections are also open on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 07:00 am.- 18:00.pm.
Rot Fai Market (Train Market) in Bangkok is an authentic open-air bazaar selling an incredible array of vintage collectables and memorabilia from yesteryear, from antique furniture to hippy fashion and Mao kitsch.
Ratchada and SrinakarinTrain Market is open from 17:00 to 01:00, from Thursday to Sunday.
Opening Hours: 17:00 - midnight (Thurs-Sun)
Location: Srinakarin Road Soi 51 (behind Seacon Square) BTS: On Nut (closest station but still requires a taxi journey) Srinakarin Rot Fai Market: +66 (0)8 1827 5885.
Ratchada Rot Fai Market: +66 (0)92 713 5599.
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Talad Rod Fai Train Night Market
4 Thanon SrinagarindraRot Fai Market (Train Market) in Bangkok is an authentic open-air bazaar selling an incredible array of vintage collectables and memorabilia from yesteryear, from antique furniture to hippy fashion and Mao kitsch.
Ratchada and SrinakarinTrain Market is open from 17:00 to 01:00, from Thursday to Sunday.
Opening Hours: 17:00 - midnight (Thurs-Sun)
Location: Srinakarin Road Soi 51 (behind Seacon Square) BTS: On Nut (closest station but still requires a taxi journey) Srinakarin Rot Fai Market: +66 (0)8 1827 5885.
Ratchada Rot Fai Market: +66 (0)92 713 5599.
Entertainment & Activities
Dream World on the outskirts of Bangkok is a large amusement park where young kids and teenagers as well as adults will have a great timeThis park has spectacular attractions like the Sky Coaster and the Hurricane for the older children and plenty of rides, games and fun things for the youngest ones.Dream World Amusement Park is located at 62 Moo 1, Rangsit-Ongkarak road, Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani just North of Bangkok.The rate includes unlimited rides on the park’s 27 rides, 4D adventure, animal shows, Hollywood action show and the Parade Show (weekends only).
This rate excludes: Snow Town ฿ 180
Water fun (per hour) ฿ 120
Go-Kart ฿ 180
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Dream World
Dream World on the outskirts of Bangkok is a large amusement park where young kids and teenagers as well as adults will have a great timeThis park has spectacular attractions like the Sky Coaster and the Hurricane for the older children and plenty of rides, games and fun things for the youngest ones.Dream World Amusement Park is located at 62 Moo 1, Rangsit-Ongkarak road, Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani just North of Bangkok.The rate includes unlimited rides on the park’s 27 rides, 4D adventure, animal shows, Hollywood action show and the Parade Show (weekends only).
This rate excludes: Snow Town ฿ 180
Water fun (per hour) ฿ 120
Go-Kart ฿ 180