Top 10 Check-in Spots in Bangkok

Khaosan Road of Bangkok attracts visitors with its unique cultural experiences, plentiful places for shopping, nightlife, and party venues, affordable accommodation and backpacker services, as well as opportunities for cultural exchange and adventure. Since being featured in the movie “The Beach”, it has become backpackers’ pilgrimage. Backpackers and travelers from all over the world gather on Khaosan Road to experience an international atmosphere – chances to connect with people from different countries and learn about different cultures and backgrounds. There are also plenty of food stalls and bars offering a wide range of international cuisines and drinks and allowing visitors to sample delicious food from around the world.

Known for its bustling nightlife, Khaosan Road is home to many bars, nightclubs, and music venues. Visitors can enjoy a lively and memorable evening of music, dancing, and social events. The party atmosphere here appeals to young travelers from around the world.

Located in the Phasi Charoe district in the west of town, Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen is most renowned for the purely handmade Buddha statue of more than 20 stories in height inside of the temple. The Buddha statue had been in making since March 2017, and was completed in June 2021. It cost more than THB 600 million to build and is the third largest Buddha in Thailand and the largest in Bangkok. The mega Buddha statue can be seen from far away at the MRT station. Not only can you walk into the temple yourself, but you can also take a boat ride to see the Buddha from the river against the sunset, which is one of the most popular tours in Bangkok.

Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen may be visited by boat, which allows you to enjoy a spectacular view of the temple. This river tour experience provides visitors with a different perspective on Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen and its surrounding landscape. From here, you can also enjoy the spectacular views of sunrise and sunset. As the sunlight shines upon the temple and the surrounding river stream, it can be extremely stunning to watch. Many visitors choose to visit Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen at this time to catch the unforgettable scenery.

Visitors must pay a visit to Maeklong Railway Market. The focus here is not on the market, but on the interesting sight of how trains dash into the market. Maeklong Railway Market is built on a railway that is still running. Each time the train is about to pass on the railway, the vendors would quickly stow the booth, let the train pass, and then unfold the booth again. This scene is one of a kind and has therefore attracted many visitors to see and experience.

In addition to its unique geographical location, the Market showcases traditional Thai market culture. The Market is filled with fresh vegetables, fruits, seafood and local delicacies. Visitors can sample authentic Thai dishes such as stir-fried rice noodles, barbecue food, and fruits. The unique scenery and activities of Maeklong Railway Market attract many photography lovers to take snaps of trains passing through the Market and share them on social media.

Located on Lat Pharo Road in the Chareon Krung district of Bangkok, Papaya Design Furniture & Studio is an antique warehouse with an entire area of over 5,000 square meters. It is also known as Asia’s and even the world’s largest vintage shop. The studio has a wide variety of antiques and used goods, including furniture, fashion accessories, cameras, albums, books, miscellaneous items, and so on.

The interior design and display are unique in style. With all the antique furniture pieces stacked together, the place has a charming atmosphere. Visitors can wander through the special environment, appreciating a variety of antiques and used goods. The exquisite style and merchandise attract many photography lovers and social media users. Visitors are allowed to take photographs here of themselves and the unique antiques and used goods; they are also permitted to share the photos on social media to increase their reache. Some people even choose to take wedding pictures here. It is also a popular venue for photo-taking by magazines and other media.

Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Asiatique offers visitors spectacular views of the river and of the city at night. The atmosphere in Asiatique at night is enchanting. Visitors can take a boat ride on the Chao Phraya River to enjoy the sight of Bangkok city and the dazzling light from the Asiatique Sky Ferris wheel at night.

Asiatique offers a wide variety of shops and stalls selling many kinds of fashionable clothing, handicrafts, souvenirs, and local specialties. Here, visitors can find gifts and merchandise that are not sold outside of Asiatique. In addition, the night market has a variety of food stalls and restaurants serving Thai and international cuisines. Night markets also offer a variety of entertainment activities such as a Ferris Wheel, playground, and water theater. Visitors can enjoy thrilling rides and magnificent performances for a pleasant night out.

Ayutthaya is Thailand’s ancient city and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is about 100km north of Bangkok and was the former capital of the Tai state of Ayutthaya (Siam). From 1350 to 1767, it went through 417 years of prosperity and development. During the same period, the spread of Buddhist teaching was at its peak and took root in the Thai culture. In 1767, Ayutthaya was ruined by the army from Burma (now the country of “Myanmar”). Even the temples were not spared. Visitors can visit the ruins of ancient temples, palaces, and buildings that showcase the majesty and prosperity of the Thai Kingdom at the time.

Ayutthaya is home to many magnificent temples, most notably the Wat Rakang and Wat Mahathat. These heritage sites have preserved many ancient Buddha statues and temple constructions, attracting many believers and cultural enthusiasts. The ruins of Ayutthaya are spread across an island where three rivers (Chao Phraya River, Lokburi River, and Pa Sak River in Nakhon Si Thammarat) meet. There are parks planted with many trees and ruins of temples, together forming a beautiful landscape. Visitors can take a stroll along, take photos, and enjoy the spectacular views.

Wat Arun is located in Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Wat Arun is also known as the Temple of Dawn, as it worships the Hindu God Aruna who is the charioteer of the Sun God. There is a main tower and four companion towers. Renowned for its distinctive central tower, Wat Arun is approximately 70 meters tall and is decorated with ceramic panels and stained glass, thereby reflecting the light in gorgeous colors. Both the base and the body of the main tower are squared, with a large number of floors and decreasing areas up the tower. The glamourous and refined shapes of the main tower showcase the aesthetics of traditional Thai architecture.

Climbing up the main tower of Wat Arun, one gets to enjoy the sweeping views of Chao Phraya River. If you look across the river in the evening, it is a completely different yet similarly beautiful scenery. Visitors can take a boat ride to Wat Arun, swallow the views of Bangkok City and Chao Phraya River, and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime sightseeing experience.

Opened at the end of 2018, ICONSIAM is a new landmark and integrated project development in Bangkok, and a must-see for visitors. ICONSIAM is dedicated to displaying Thailand’s cultural heritage and arts. The building’s design incorporated Thai cultural elements to demonstrate the unique aesthetics of Thai culture; whereas the interior of the building incorporated traditional elements such as Thai royalty, elephants, temples, and traditional statues.

ICONSIAM is also a premium shopping mall with world-renowned luxury brands and designer brands. Here, visitors will find the latest fashion trends, high jewelry, designer clothing, and accessories. The mall also offers an array of fine-dining restaurants and cafés. Notably, the Delis area has been curated as an indoor water market where you can taste authentic Thai snacks within the comfort of air conditioning. There are also exhibition spaces and artistic performance venues in the mall, where cultural events and exhibitions are often hosted.