7 Places To See In Bangkok in 2 Days
By: Paul Saqueton
Tags: Travel, Thailand, Backpacking, Asia, Bangkok

Hey guys!

I started my “Round The World” (RTW) trip in Bangkok, Thailand sometime in July 2017 and ever since the travel bug keeps going on. This was my first time travelling overseas. The City of Angels is like home away from home but still so foreign. I spent 3 days traveling around Bangkok and created this guide of 7 Places To See In Bangkok. I did a research beforehand to maximise my time and to avoid overspending. So I’m sharing with you my 7 Places to See in Bangkok in 2 days!

Originally published in Paul Saqueton

Thailand is truly a central hub for backpackers! I simply love this vibrant city with all its buzzing life, delicious street food, markets, and of course, its friendly people.

WHEN TO VISIT BANGKOK

You can visit Thailand all year round even if the climate varies throughout the whole country. I went in July which is part of their wet season and it went fine as well.

Wet Season: April-October

Dry Season: November- March

THAILAND CURRENCY AND MONEY EXCHANGE

₱1= 1.63 Thai Baht

$1= 31 Thai Baht

€1= 36 Thai Baht

£1= 41 Thai Baht

BANGKOK WIFI, SIM, AND TRANSPORT

You can look and book for the wifi, sim, and transport here and pick it up at the airport.

GETTING AROUND BANGKOK

The best way in getting around Bangkok is to use train system, Tuk-tuks and the boat taxi. I love tuk-tuks. It was really fun!

DAY 1

I stayed at Glur Bangkok Hostel and Coffee Bar. Then I took a boat ride going to the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun after having enough rest from my 3-hour flight. By the way, there’s a dress code when you visit these temples. Make sure your legs and shoulders are covered.

#1. Grand Palace Temple

Don’t miss out the Grand Palace the official residence of the Kings of Thailand since 1782. This temple is jaw-dropping and very elaborate. This one is on top of my places to see in Bangkok!

Address: Na Phra Lan Rd, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Bangkok

Na Phra Lan Rd, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Bangkok Opening Hours: 08:30 AM– 03:30 PM

08:30 AM– 03:30 PM Entrance Fee: THB 500

THB 500 Full Information: Grand Palace Temple Information

#2. Wat Pho

Just around the corner from the Grand Palace is also Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.

Address : 2 Sanamchai Road, Grand Palace Sub district, Pranakorn District, Bangkok

Open Hours: 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM

Entrance Fee: THB 100/PHP 153 (USD 3/EURO 3/SGD 4/MYR 13)

: 2 Sanamchai Road, Grand Palace Sub district, Pranakorn District, Bangkok Open Hours: 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM THB 100/PHP 153 (USD 3/EURO 3/SGD 4/MYR 13) Open Hours: 8:00 AM -6:30 PM

8:00 AM -6:30 PM Entrance Fee: THB 100

THB 100 Full information: Wat Pho Temple Information

#3. Wat Arun

I took a ferry across to the other side, where I marvelled at Wat Arun, or the Temple of Dawn from the riverbank near Wat Pho. Wat Arun is commonly known as the ‘Temple Of Dawn’.

Address: 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Khwaeng Wat Arun, Khet Bangkok Yai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon

158 Thanon Wang Doem, Khwaeng Wat Arun, Khet Bangkok Yai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon Open Hours: 8:00 AM -6:30 PM

8:00 AM -6:30 PM Entrance Fee: THB 100

THB 100 Full information: Wat Arun Temple Information

#4. Khao San Road

This place is the centre of the backpacking universe. I visited the Khao San Road at night after chasing temples by riding a tuk-tuk from my hostel. There’s a lot going on this area. It’s so busy, lively and you can literally find anything here.

#5. Sky Bar

It’s also an amazing place to see in Bangkok the Lebua Sky Bar. It’s located in Bangrak business district which is a walking distance from my hostel. This sky bar was featured in Hangover 2 so I just had to see it for myself.

DAY 2…

#6. Chatuchak Market

I visited Chatuchak Market the next day. It’s the largest market in the whole of Thailand! It’s that huge that you could spend your whole day here. This is literally shop ’til you drop. This is also a nice way to observe the daily lives of the locals.

#7. Central World Mall

Malls in Bkk are more than just malls — they are social hubs! A lot of life in the city happens in the malls so I just had to visit one. I opted to choose Central World which is the largest shopping destination lifestyle in Bangkok. That makes it my top 7 places to see in Bangkok!

Ahhh! Thailand is in indeed the travel hub of Southeast Asia. A place I will return to and a heaven for budget backpackers.

I hope you enjoyed reading this 7 Places To See In Bangkok In 2 Days Itinerary. I hope it has helped you in anyway. Please do share with your family and friends.

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Best,

Paul