Suvarnabhumi Airport 41 min
Vimanmek Mansion (10 min) The golden teakwood mansion built in 1900 by Thai King Rama V houses his photographs & personal art. Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan (10 min) Monumental Buddhist temple right on the river, with an iconic, ornately tiled central prang (spire). Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaram (9 min) Ornate temple constructed of white Italian marble & featuring a mix of European & Thai design. Chatuchak Weekend Market (20 min) Massive market with over 15,000 stalls offering an eclectic variety of goods, from antiques to pets. MBK Center (18 min) Sprawling shopping complex with over 2000 shops, restaurants, cafes & department stores. Wat Phra Chetuphon (Wat Pho - Temple of the Reclining Buddha) (7 min) Large landmark temple offering serene grounds with a giant reclining Buddha, historic art & statues. The Grand Palace (9 min) Built in 1782, this ornate royal palace complex now houses a museum & is open to visitors. National Museum (13 min) Museum, buddhism, and artifact Jim Thompson House Museum (17 min) Thai-style teak house by American entrepreneur Jim Thompson offering guided tours in many languages. Wat Saket (Phu Khao Thong) (9 min) Ayutthhaya-era (1350-1767) Buddhist temple & pilgrimage site commanding extensive city views. Lumphini Park (20 min) Central urban park featuring manicured lawns, playgrounds & an artificial lake with boat rentals. Wat Phra Kaew (Wat Phra Si Rattana Sasadaram) (6 min) On the grounds of the Grand Palace, this sacred temple is renowned for its Emerald Buddha. ASIATIQUE The Riverfront (23 min) Illuminated at night, this sizable Ferris wheel in an open-air mall offers scenic river views. SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World (19 min) Spacious aquarium offers hundreds of marine species on display, 4-D films & underwater experiences. Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan (13 min) This historic temple features a gilded exterior, exhibitions & a massive golden statue of Buddha. |