[THAILAND] 7D6N Amazing Bangkok Trip

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Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) just after noon, we hopped on the Airport Rail Link and BTS to our first stop: Sala Daeng. 

Lunch was a flavourful introduction to Thai cuisine at Lay Lao - Silom, famous for its authentic Isaan dishes. Their Thai milk tea is exceptional.

Our first home was the charming Central Point Hotel Silom, perfectly situated near the river and Sathorn pier.

We took a short ferry ride from Sathorn Pier to Asiatique The Riverfront. This open-air riverside mall is a beautiful blend of a night bazaar and a shopping complex. We took a spin on the Ferris wheel for stunning city views.

We capped the day with a dinner at the food court.

Day 2: 

After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, we crossed the Chao Phraya River from Sathorn Pier to the glorious Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). 

We also rented traditional Thai costume at Mahasane near the temple and hired a photographer for an hour. The Thai costume rental was cheap, only THB 200 per person. They also provide make-up and hairdo services.

The photo shoot was fun. The photographer really made an effort to teach us how to pose for the camera. He captured some really great photos of us against the stunning prang!

Next, a short ferry ride across the river took us to Wat Pho, home to the majestic Reclining Buddha.

Finally, we spent the afternoon exploring the historical and awe-inspiring Grand Palace. It is the most famous landmark in Bangkok, serving as the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782. While the current King resides elsewhere, the complex remains the spiritual heart of the Thai Kingdom and is used for official events.

Grand Palace

Opening Hours: Daily from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.

Entrance Fee: 500 Baht (approx. $14 USD) for foreigners.

The palace compound is huge. The weather was too hot in the afternoon. Not much shades around so bringing umbrella and sunglasses are recommended.

We ended our day with a delightful seafood dinner at Siam 77, a riverside restaurant.

Day 3: 

We booked an early KLOOK day trip, and it was worth it! The day started with the lively chaos of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. We tried the mango sticky rice, local fried pancakes and boat noodles at the floating market.

We stopped by the Buffalo cafe for lunch on the way to Maeklong Train Station.

When a train approaches (you'll hear a warning bell/horn), the vendors quickly retract their awnings and move their merchandise away from the track to allow the train to pass, then immediately set everything back up afterward. This spectacle happens several times a day.

Back in the city, we headed to the King Power Mahanakhon skyscraper. It is famous for its glass tray skywalk which offers breathtaking, 360-degree views of the city. Unfortunately the glass skywalk was closed due to weather condition that day.  The multimedia-themed, high-speed elevator (one of the fastest in Southeast Asia) reach level 74 in about 50 seconds. We stayed indoor for its interactive games and 360-degree panoramic views of Bangkok.

Afterwards, we took a ferry to Icon Siam. This luxurious mall is a destination in itself, complete with an indoor waterfall and spectacular fountain show! We had dinner at SOOKSIAM, an indoor floating market inside the mall, how cool is that?   

We then moved to our second hotel, the well-located Golden House around Chitlom. 

Day 4:

We started the day at Terminal 21 Asok, a mall famous for its airport theme (each floor represents a different city!). 

Lunch was a fantastic Thai feast at Savoey Thai restaurant. We ordered their signature curry crab meat.

In the afternoon, we spent some time browsing the trendy stores at Siam Discovery. 

As evening approached, we took the MRT to Wat Mangkon and dove straight into the vibrant, neon-lit alleys of Chinatown. 

Dinner here was a street food adventure – a must-do in Bangkok. Do not miss this stall which sells fried worms and insects, even scorpions! The fried scorpion is too hardcore for us, so we tried the fried worm and grasshopper instead.

Chinatown is a maze of shops and stalls. We also ate grilled cuttlefish and fried pork rice by the street.

Day 5: 

We started the day with a visit to the serene Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen. To get there, take the Blue Line to Bang Phai station (Exit 1). It's about a 10-15 minute walk from the station. Unfortunately, the giant, golden Buddha statue was under renovation during that time. The scaffolds has covered the Big Buddha up. The temple itself is still worth visiting, especially the top floor of the white pagoda, where you can see an emerald-green crystal stupa surrounded by intricate, colorful, and detailed ceiling art depicting Buddhist cosmology. Admission is free. 

Lunch was authentic street food at Hereduan Street Food restaurant. I like their signature Creamy Omelet with Stir Fried Garlic Rice.

Along Banthat Thong Road, we tried Thai durian. The verdict is out: durian from Malaysia is still the best. This area is famous for having many popular street food and dessert shops such as Jeh O Chula.

Next, we were back to bustling Siam and Chitlom area. We checked out the gorgeous new LV The Place Bangkok and ordered some take-away since dining in required advance pre-booking online.

Passing by the Erawan Shrine. It is a highly popular and revered Hindu shrine, famous for granting wishes among worshipers. Many worshipers circled the shrine and made their offerings to the four-faced deity. The traditional Thai dance troupes are often hired by worshipers as a thank-offering for a granted wish.  

Our shopping spree included the mega-mall Central World, a quick haul at Big C Supercenter Ratchadamri for snacks, and bargain hunting at Platinum Fashion Mall and December’s.