Suvarnabhumi Airport 39 min
Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan (30 min) This historic temple features a gilded exterior, exhibitions & a massive golden statue of Buddha. Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm and Zoo (11 min) Old-school attraction featuring daring crocodile shows, elephant demonstrations & animal photo ops. The Erawan Museum (9 min) Museum known for its massive 3-headed elephant sculpture, plus cultural & religious artifacts. Jim Thompson House Museum (36 min) Thai-style teak house by American entrepreneur Jim Thompson offering guided tours in many languages. ASIATIQUE The Riverfront (30 min) Illuminated at night, this sizable Ferris wheel in an open-air mall offers scenic river views. Wat Phra Kaew (Wat Phra Si Rattana Sasadaram) (40 min) On the grounds of the Grand Palace, this sacred temple is renowned for its Emerald Buddha. Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan (42 min) Monumental Buddhist temple right on the river, with an iconic, ornately tiled central prang (spire). Erawan Shrine (31 min) Hindu shrine featuring a gilded statue of the god Brahma & often the site of rituals & dances. SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World (35 min) Spacious aquarium offers hundreds of marine species on display, 4-D films & underwater experiences. Pratunam Market (35 min) Bustling market lined with stalls offering clothing, shoes, accessories & street food. Ancient City (15 min) Thailand-shaped park with life-sized & scaled-down replicas of prominent buildings & monuments. Wat Saket (Phu Khao Thong) (38 min) Ayutthhaya-era (1350-1767) Buddhist temple & pilgrimage site commanding extensive city views. The Grand Palace (41 min) Built in 1782, this ornate royal palace complex now houses a museum & is open to visitors. Lumphini Park (28 min) Central urban park featuring manicured lawns, playgrounds & an artificial lake with boat rentals. MBK Center (35 min) Sprawling shopping complex with over 2000 shops, restaurants, cafes & department stores. |