Bangkok 2 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Central Bangkok

Morning:

  • Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Jay Fai (32 Vivek Maha Rat Road, Wang Mai, Phra Nkrarm, Bangkok 10200), famous for its crab omelette and tom yum goong.
  • Visit the Grand Palace (Na Phra Lan Road, Grand Palace, Pranakorn, Bangkok 10200) - a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, housing the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, considered one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand.
  • Next, explore Wat Pho (2 Sanamchai Road, Grand Palace Subdistrict, Pranakorn District, Bangkok 10200) - home to the Reclining Buddha and traditional Thai massage school.

Afternoon:

  • Lunch at Thipsamai Pad Thai (31-39 Maha Chai Road, Ladyao, Arun Amarin, Bangkok 10600) - a renowned pad thai restaurant.
  • Hop on a Chao Phraya Express Boat from Tha Tien Pier to explore the riverside area. Get off at Tha Maharaj Pier and wander around the Maharaj Ratchawang Market, full of antiques and souvenirs.
  • Visit Wat Arun (154 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600) - known as the Temple of Dawn, featuring a towering spire decorated with seashells and porcelain.

Evening:

  • Dinner at Ratchawat Thai Restaurant (37 Ratchawat Soi 1, Khwaeng Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110) - a cozy, family-run restaurant offering authentic Thai dishes.
  • End your day with a Bangkok rooftop bar experience at Sky Bar (Level 64-65, State Tower, 159 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110) or Octave Rooftop Bar (45/5 Maneeya Center, 499 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110).

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Day 2: Discovering Modern and Hip Bangkok

Morning:

  • Breakfast at Blue Elephant Restaurant (23 Soi Suan Plu, Khwaeng Yan Nawa, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120) - offering a variety of Thai dishes in a beautiful setting.
  • Visit the Chatuchak Weekend Market (Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Khwaeng Khlong San, Khan Watthana, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, 10600) - one of the world’s largest markets, open on weekends only. If it’s not a weekend, explore JJ Green, an open-air market with food trucks and local goods.

Afternoon:

  • Lunch at Khao Kha Moo Ratchawat (495 Sukhumvit Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110) - a famous spot for slow-cooked pork leg.
  • Head to the Erawan Shrine (49/9 Ploenchit Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330), a popular Hindu shrine in the heart of the city.
  • Spend some time relaxing at Lumpini Park - Bangkok’s oldest and most famous park, offering boat rides, jogging paths, and plenty of greenery.

Evening:

  • Dinner at Bo.Lan (24 Sukhumvit 57 Alley, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110) - a Michelin-starred restaurant serving royal Thai cuisine.
  • Explore the Thonglor and Ekkamai Areas (Sukhumvit Soi 55 & Sukhumvit Soi 63) - home to trendy bars, rooftop lounges, and street food markets.

Transportation:

  • BTS Skytrain and MRT Subway are the easiest ways to get around central Bangkok. Taxis and Grab cars (the local version of Uber) are also widely available.

Tips:

  • Always negotiate prices, especially when dealing with tuk-tuk drivers or market vendors.
  • Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting temples.
  • Learn basic Thai phrases to enhance your travel experience.
  • Stay hydrated and use sunscreen, as Bangkok can be very hot and humid.
  • Check the traffic situation before heading out, as heavy congestion is common during peak hours.