Bangkok Attractions | Sightseeing Tourist Guide Thailand

There are many types of attractions to Bangkok, and certainly something to please everybody.

There are historic sites, religious sites featuring magnificent temples, fabulous shopping destinations offering all kinds of produce, and restaurants offering just about every type of food one could imagine.

If you would like to visit a temple of great repute, then head for the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) in Bangkok, which is one of the oldest and indeed largest temples in Bangkok.

The statue is reputed to be the largest in Thailand, and measures more than 140 feet long.

Should you wish to spend some time investigating and visiting historic sights, then a trip to the Grand Palace is a must. This complex was built in 1780 and comprises of many magnificent buildings, including another wat (temple) called Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The star of this temple is an emerald statue which dates back to the early 15th century.

For those visitors interested in historic houses and art, a trip to the Jim Thompson house is essential. This gentleman started the Thai silk industry just after the end of World War II. The building is an art museum now and houses a fantastic collection of Asian art, featuring many totally unique displays.

Another must see for history enthusiasts is the Vimanmek Mansion. This palace is renowned for being the biggest teak wood structure in the world. It showcases a unique blend of Victorian and richly intricate Thai architecture.

Bangkok, Thailand Tourist Attractions

Dusit Zoo The zoo is at 71 Rama V Road, next to the old Parliament building in the quiet Dusit area of Bangkok. It was original...[+]		Libraries in Bangkok The National Library This vast collection of literature is on Samsen Road and covers all reading matter relating to T...[+]
The Grand Palace If there is one place synonymous with Thailand, and one place visitors must see when in Bangkok....[+]		Bangkok Museums Vimanmek Palace The largest golden teak building in the world, the three storey Vinanmek Mansion is one of the most...[+]
Art Galleries in Bangkok The National Art Gallery This major gallery is the centerpiece for much of the art of Thailand. There are both his...[+]		Siam Ocean World Aquarium Siam Ocean World has been a relatively recent addition to the attractions of Bangkok. Situated next to the exclusive ...[+]
Don Hoi Lot Samut Songkhram Located at the very tip of the Maek Hong River in Bangkok Bay, the sandbar known as Don Hoi Lot is a haven for some 18 s...[+]		Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm & Zoo Located in the vicinity of Tambon Thai Ban, the complex of more than 60,000 freshwater and...[+]
Wat Suthat & The Giant Swing Wat Suthat is one of the oldest in Bangkok, and instantly recognizable from the roof architecture which is similar...[+]		Erawan Shrine Pass by on the BTS Skytrain on any day of the week, and visitors will see the Erawan shrine attracting a lot of attentio...[+]
Jim Thompson House The legendary American who brought so much of his enthusiasm to Thailand and disappeared mysteriously ...[+]		Dream World Dream World theme park is on the outskirts of Bangkok, situated on Rangsit - Ong-kharak Road near the Don Muang Airport....[+]
Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruises In the nineteenth century, Bangkok’s had a complex network of canals that served as the...[+]		Siam Park (Suan Siam Water Park) Suan Siam is a huge water park on the outskirts of Bangkok and this is a good family day trip....[+]
Safari World & Marine Park Safari World is named as an animal and leisure park, and no one could deny this is the case. Safari World is ideal fo...[+]		Floating Markets There are quite a few genuine floating markets in and around Bangkok, and almost anywhere where there is a canal or rive...[+]
Siam Niramit in Bangkok This is a multi purpose venue covering a major stage show, events and industry promotions and Thai cultural events....[+]		Wat Arun The Wat is easy to spot on the riverside because of its shape, and very recognizable to anyone who has seen the many pic...[+]
Wat Pho in Bangkok, Thailand The temple at Wat Pho is significant in that it is the oldest temple in Bangkok, and is the home to the enormous...[+]		Wat Pra Kaew Wat Phra Kaew is The Temple of The Emerald Budda, The small jade image statue is revered throughout Thailand as the...[+]
Lumpini Park A half  million square kilometers (140 square acres) in size, Lumpini Park is Bangkok’s largest park...[+]		The Bangkok Snake Farm The Bangkok Snake Farm is also called the Queen Saolvabha Memorial Institute, or The Snake Farm at the Thai Red Cross ...[+]
Ko Kret Island Ko Kret is a man-make island in the Chao Phraya River, 20 kilometers north of Bangkok. It was created by accident, in...[+]		Wat Traimit Wittayaram Wat Traimit Wittayaram is better known as the “Wat of the Golden Buddha,” and for good reason...[+]
Ratchada Night on Saturday’s night, Ratchada night market Every night of Friday, Saturday and Sunday (but Saturday’s night is the most preferable)...[+]		Victory Monument Every night of Friday, Saturday and Sunday (but Saturday’s night is the most preferable)...[+]
Hua Lampong Station This is the main line railway station in Bangkok and is also the terminal station for the MRT from Bang Sue...[+]		Ploenchit Fair The Ploenchit Fair is now 53 years old, having begun in 1957. It has become a rather important event in the English speaking...[+]

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