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Skytrain (rot fai fah)
Skytrain (rot fai fah)
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Ranked #1 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 2,313 reviews

Easy, cheap and safe. This is easily the best mode of transport if you want predictability to go to places in Bangkok as the traffic jams can play havoc on your planning and... more »

Attraction type  Trams
Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)
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Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)
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Ranked #2 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 1,652 reviews
Owner description: One of the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok features the famous Reclining Buddha, which is the largest in Thailand... more » Owner description: One of the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok features the famous Reclining Buddha, which is the largest in Thailand measuring more than 150 feet in length. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Monuments/ Statues; Historic Sites
Distance  2.3 miles from city centre
Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun)
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Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun)
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Ranked #3 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 843 reviews
Owner description: This temple is considered to be the most famous and photographed temple in Bangkok, which features a soaring 70-meter-high... more » Owner description: This temple is considered to be the most famous and photographed temple in Bangkok, which features a soaring 70-meter-high spire decorated with tiny pieces of colored glass and Chinese porcelain. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaeo)
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Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaeo)
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Ranked #4 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 887 reviews
Owner description: Located inside the grounds of the Grand Palace, Thailand’s most valued temple features the magnificent Emerald Buddha that... more » Owner description: Located inside the grounds of the Grand Palace, Thailand’s most valued temple features the magnificent Emerald Buddha that dates back to the 14th century. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Monuments/ Statues
Distance  2.3 miles from city centre
The Oriental Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
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The Oriental Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
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Ranked #5 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 73 reviews
Owner description: Good health and beauty through meditation, massage and use of natural herbal remedies is a time-honored quest in Thailand.... more » Owner description: Good health and beauty through meditation, massage and use of natural herbal remedies is a time-honored quest in Thailand. Voted the “Best in the World” by Travel & Leisure magazine, The Oriental Spa is the first hotel spa in Bangkok, pioneering holistic therapy and wellness philosophy. With our location across the river, guests journey over water to our oasis of therapeutic tranquility. « less
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
The Grand Palace
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The Grand Palace
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Ranked #6 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 1,723 reviews
Owner description: Bangkok's famous palace complex was built in 1782 and features several magnificent buildings including Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple... more » Owner description: Bangkok's famous palace complex was built in 1782 and features several magnificent buildings including Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which contains a beautiful Emerald Buddha that dates back to the 14th century. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Castles; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Government Buildings; Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Museums
Paragon Cineplex
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Paragon Cineplex
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Ranked #7 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 122 reviews
Attraction type  Cinemas
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Jim Thompson House
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Jim Thompson House
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Ranked #8 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 728 reviews
Owner description: This former home of an American named Jim Thompson, who started the Thai silk industry after World War II, houses a... more » Owner description: This former home of an American named Jim Thompson, who started the Thai silk industry after World War II, houses a magnificent collection of Asian art and many unique displays. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Speciality Museums
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Spa Athenee
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Spa Athenee
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Ranked #9 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: Spa Athénée has been imagined, designed and created from scratch to give a composed and sophisticated spa and beauty... more » Owner description: Spa Athénée has been imagined, designed and created from scratch to give a composed and sophisticated spa and beauty experience. Thai + French inspirations invoke fresh perspectives and, uniquely in Thailand, treatments are coded to blood types, synthesizing meticulously formulated oils, lotions and aromas with the essence of the individual. « less
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.9 miles from city centre
Siam Paragon
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Siam Paragon
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Ranked #10 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 951 reviews

www.paragoncinepl... Despite it's crowdiness, Siam Paragon is the best. Siam Paragon is located in the heart of Bangkok, surrounded by so many attractions. Siam Paragon has... more »

Attraction type  Shopping centres; Cinemas
Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage School
As featured in 3 days in Bangkok
Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage School
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Ranked #11 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 215 reviews
Attraction type  Spas; Educational Sites
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
Chao Phraya River
As featured in Bangkok for young kids
Chao Phraya River
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Ranked #12 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 924 reviews

While looking to get to "Tha Chang Pier" where long-tail boats offer excursions on the river and khlongs, a reluctant taxi driver instead suggested Shangri La pier, becouse it was... more »

Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Siam Niramit
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Siam Niramit
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Ranked #13 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 387 reviews
Owner description: Located in the centre of Bangkok, Siam Niramit is a state-of-the-art 2000-seat theatre, open every day, presenting one of the... more » Owner description: Located in the centre of Bangkok, Siam Niramit is a state-of-the-art 2000-seat theatre, open every day, presenting one of the world's largest stage productions. In the grounds of the theatre are three restaurants, and an authentic traditional Thai village that visitors can stroll through and savour the atmosphere of Thai life in bygone times. « less
Attraction type  Theatres
The Golden Mount (Wat Saket)
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The Golden Mount (Wat Saket)
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Ranked #14 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 199 reviews
Owner description: This temple is known for the Golden Mount or Phu Khao Thong, a high hill that offers stunning views at its summit over... more » Owner description: This temple is known for the Golden Mount or Phu Khao Thong, a high hill that offers stunning views at its summit over Rattanakosin Island. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Mountains; Lookouts
Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
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Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
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Ranked #15 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 263 reviews
This highly revered temple contains the Golden Image Buddha, which is made of solid gold and weighs approximately 5 ½ tons.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Monuments/ Statues
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
Bangkok Shooting Range
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Bangkok Shooting Range
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Ranked #16 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Central World Plaza
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Central World Plaza
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Ranked #17 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 421 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Shopping centres
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage School Sukhumvit
As featured in Bangkok for free
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Ranked #18 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  3.3 miles from city centre
Health Land Spa & Massage (Pinklao)
As featured in Bangkok for free
Health Land Spa & Massage (Pinklao)
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Ranked #19 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4 of 5 stars 231 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  3.7 miles from city centre
Vimanmek Mansion
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Vimanmek Mansion
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Ranked #20 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 92 reviews
Owner description: Built by King Rama V, this palace is the largest teak structure in the world featuring a unique blend of Victorian and... more » Owner description: Built by King Rama V, this palace is the largest teak structure in the world featuring a unique blend of Victorian and delicate Thai architecture. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; History Museums; Castles; Gardens
Distance  3.1 miles from city centre
Erawan Museum
As featured in Bangkok for free
Erawan Museum
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Ranked #21 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Lavana
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Lavana
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Ranked #22 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Siam Ocean World
As featured in Bangkok for young kids
Siam Ocean World
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Ranked #23 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4 of 5 stars 204 reviews
Owner description: One of the top tourist attractions in the city, Siam Ocean World boasts world-class features, such as a 270-degree glass... more » Owner description: One of the top tourist attractions in the city, Siam Ocean World boasts world-class features, such as a 270-degree glass tunnel and a glass bottomed boat in which to view the vast range of 30,000 creatures. « less
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Chivit Chiva
As featured in Bangkok for young kids
Chivit Chiva
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Ranked #24 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Klongs
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Klongs
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Ranked #25 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4 of 5 stars 35 reviews
These are the many small waterways or canals that snake through the city of Bangkok.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  7.4 miles from city centre
Museum of Siam
As featured in Bangkok for young kids
Museum of Siam
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Ranked #26 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  2.1 miles from city centre
The Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabopitr)
As featured in Bangkok for young kids
The Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabopitr)
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Ranked #27 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: Often referred to as the “marble temple” in guidebooks, this architectural gem features a magnificent Buddha image, which is... more » Owner description: Often referred to as the “marble temple” in guidebooks, this architectural gem features a magnificent Buddha image, which is a copy of the highly revered Phra Buddhajinaraja, and a beautiful beamed ceiling in a dark red and gold. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  31.4 miles from city centre
State Tower
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State Tower
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Ranked #28 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4 of 5 stars 66 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Bank of Thailand Museum
As featured in Bangkok for young kids
Ranked #29 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Bungsamran Fishing Park
As featured in Bangkok for young kids
Bungsamran Fishing Park
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Ranked #30 of 247 Attractions in Bangkok
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Sports Camps/ Clinics
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