Suvarnabhumi Airport 40 min
Wat Phra Kaew (Wat Phra Si Rattana Sasadaram) (23 min) On the grounds of the Grand Palace, this sacred temple is renowned for its Emerald Buddha. Chatuchak Weekend Market (12 min) Massive market with over 15,000 stalls offering an eclectic variety of goods, from antiques to pets. Wat Saket (Phu Khao Thong) (23 min) Ayutthhaya-era (1350-1767) Buddhist temple & pilgrimage site commanding extensive city views. The Grand Palace (25 min) Built in 1782, this ornate royal palace complex now houses a museum & is open to visitors. Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan (19 min) This historic temple features a gilded exterior, exhibitions & a massive golden statue of Buddha. Jim Thompson House Museum (26 min) Thai-style teak house by American entrepreneur Jim Thompson offering guided tours in many languages. Lumphini Park (21 min) Central urban park featuring manicured lawns, playgrounds & an artificial lake with boat rentals. SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World (24 min) Spacious aquarium offers hundreds of marine species on display, 4-D films & underwater experiences. Victory Monument (18 min) This tall obelisk with military statues memorializes Thailand's victory in the Franco-Thai War. Erawan Shrine (23 min) Hindu shrine featuring a gilded statue of the god Brahma & often the site of rituals & dances. Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan (27 min) Monumental Buddhist temple right on the river, with an iconic, ornately tiled central prang (spire). Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaram (20 min) Ornate temple constructed of white Italian marble & featuring a mix of European & Thai design. Pratunam Market (25 min) Bustling market lined with stalls offering clothing, shoes, accessories & street food. National Museum (30 min) Museum, buddhism, and artifact MBK Center (25 min) Sprawling shopping complex with over 2000 shops, restaurants, cafes & department stores. |