Bangkok Guide

Bangkok -Thailand _local sightseeing places    (  CLICK & DOWNLOAD )

Floating markets, opulent palaces, ornate shrines and expansive amusement parks have made Bangkok the world’s most thronged city. 

1. Safari world with Marine Park with Lunch (0800-1800Hrs)
2. Chao Phraya Dinner cruise (1930 -2130 Hrs)
3. Siam Park City - Khan Na Yao
4. Dream world Theme park
5. Madum Tsussds Wax Museum
6. Bangkok -Floating Market
7. Siam Niramit show
8. Wat Arun Temple – The temple of Dawn
9. Emerald Budha Temple (Wat Phra kaeo)
10. Wat Pho – Enormous reclining Budha.
11. Siam Ocean World is an aquarium
12. Half Day Temples City Tour and Shopping at Jewellery Factory with Private Transfer

1. Grand Palace -

Grand Palace -Bangkok

The city's most famous landmark. Built in 1782 - and for 150 years the home of the Thai King, the Royal court and the administrative seat of government - the Grand Palace of Bangkok is a grand old dame indeed, that continues to have visitors in awe with its beautiful architecture and intricate detail, all of which is a proud salute to the creativity and craftsmanship of Thai people. The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam since 1782.

2. Safari World -

Safari World

Marine Park

consists two parks named Marine Park and Safari Park. In marine Park, you can see marine animals and safari park is a open air zoo.

Thailand's greatest open zoo and leisure park that offers a great variety of entertainment for everyone. Whether it is an exciting safari drive, an intimate encounter with friendly dolphins or an exhilarating fast-paced action stunt spectacular, Safari World has it all. Safari Park: Features hundreds of animals from all over the world. Highlights include Wildlife Feeding Show. Marine Park: Jungle Cruise river ride, various shows daily, exhibits featuring white tiger, tropical rain forest aviary, crocodile garden, just to name a few. 

3.  Madame Tussauds Museum -

Madame Tussauds Wax Museam

Madame Tussauds Bangkok is no old-fashioned wax museum. For the entertainment value and a chance to rub shoulders with world celebrities, heads of state, activists, sports heroes and heroines, legendary artists, and even royalty, the museum is worth checking out. Madame Tussauds Bangkok has a revolutionary concept for wax attraction with special interactive features where you can touch, hug, play with and even kiss. Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.

  

4. Temples –

·        Wat Arun, 

Wat Arun Temple

locally known as Wat Chaeng, is situated on the west (Thonburi) bank of the Chao Phraya River. It is easily one of the most stunning temples in Bangkok, not only because of its riverside location, but also because the design is very different to the other temples you can visit in Bangkok. Wat Arun (or temple of the dawn) is partly made up of colourfully decorated spires and stands majestically over the water. Wat Arun is almost directly opposite Wat Pho, so it is very easy to get to. From Sapphan Taksin boat pier you can take a river boat that stops at pier 8. From here a small shuttle boat takes you from one side of the river to the other for only 3 baht. Entry to the temple is 100 baht. The temple is open daily from 08:30 to 17:30.

Opening Hours: 08:00 -17:30

Location: Located on the west side of Chao Praya River (opposite Tha Thien Pier)

Price Range: 50 baht

·        Golden Buddha- 

Golden Budha

Located at the end of Chinatown's Yaowarat Road, near Hualampong Railway Station, Wat Traimit houses the world's largest massive gold seated Buddha measuring nearly five metres in height and weighing five and a half tons. In the past, artisans crafted the Buddhas in gold and disguised them from invading armies by a covering of stucco and plaster.
Opening Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
Location: Traimit Road (west of Hua Lampong Station), at the very beginning of Chinatown

·        Wat Pho- 

Wat Pho temple complex

Wat Pho (the Temple of the Reclining Buddha), or Wat Phra Chetuphon, is located behind the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and a must-do for any first-time visitor in Bangkok. It's one of the largest temple complexes in the city and famed for its giant reclining Buddha that measures 46 metres long and is covered in gold leaf. It’s an easy ten minute walk between here and the Grand Palace, and we recommend coming to Wat Pho second, because even though the golden Buddha here is just as popular many people don’t take the time to wander around the rest of the complex so the experience tends to be far more relaxing. This is also a great place to get a traditional Thai massage. Wat Pho is often considered the leading school of massage in Thailand, so you really are in good hands here. Since December 2012,

Entrance Fee : 100 baht

Visiting timings: 08:00 and 17:00.

·        Wat Phra Kaew / Temple of the Emerald Buddha 

Wat Phra Kaew-Temple of the Emerald Buddha

 (officially known as Wat Phra Sri Rattana Satsadaram) is regarded as the most important Buddhist temple in Thailand. Located in the historic centre of Bangkok, within the grounds of the Grand Palace, it enshrines Phra Kaew Morakot (the Emerald Buddha), the highly revered Buddha image meticulously

Opening Hours: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm

Location: Na Phralan, Phra Nakorn (inside Grand Palace complex), Old City (Rattanakosin)

Dress Code: no short pants or short skirts, not sleeveless tshirts.

Price Range: 400 Baht!

5. Siam Niramit Show  -

SIAM Niramit show

Siam Niramit Show, winner of several prestigious awards, is a world class production that explores Thailand’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. With amazing special effects on a gigantic stage, the show is so realistic just like seeing history come to life. It is an excellent introduction to Thai culture, the show you must see once in your lifetime.  Siam Niramit cultural show provides for an entertaining night out and a chance to get some insight in Thai culture and history as well as local beliefs and religion.

6. Floating Market   

 Floating Market   

Floating markets

- The floating markets in Bangkok are one of the country’s biggest attractions. Although the road has replaced many of the waterways, their unmistakable charm makes them destinations worth visiting. There are many and you can spend your holiday checking out these floating markets in and around Bangkok on weekdays and weekends. The ones that are not located in Bangkok are easily accessible in the least possible time. Make sure you do not miss them out while making your list of places to visit in Thailand. The famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, known for its maze of canals and considered one of the most popular floating markets. See coconut brown sugar being made by locals. Enjoy a longtail boat ride through small canals and local fruit plantations and houses.

7.  SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World

SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World

Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World is an aquarium in Bangkok, Thailand, the largest in South East Asia. It covers approximately 10,000 square meters with hundreds of different species on display in exhibits totalling about 5,000,000 liters.

SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World (formerly Siam Ocean World) is located two storeys underneath the glitzy Siam Paragon shopping mall. It is an aquatic wonderland the size of three Olympic swimming pools full of interesting animals from the ocean deep. This underground aquarium, one of the largest in Southeast Asia, will dazzle you with innovative world-class exhibits and over 30,000 curious looking creatures from various depths and aquatic regions across the globe. Meet some of the world’s record holders, transported all the way from the Amazon River or the Jurassic period when dinosaurs still roamed the earth. Greet the ocean’s deadliest predators in the 270-degree underwater tunnel, sneak a peek into the open ocean from a glass-bottom boat, or, if you really can’t resist, dive in and have a swim amongst the sharks and rays. For kids, a few hours spent at SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World will be as educational as it is exhilarating and memorable.

Opening Hours: 10:00 - 21:00 daily

Location: Basement floor, Siam Paragon, Siam BTS: Siam

8.  Dream World

Dream World Theme Park

Dream World Theme Park

opened on 12 November 1993, occupying an area of approximately 25 hectares.

The park is divided into several zones such as Dream World Plaza, Dream Gardens, Fantasy Land, and Adventure Land. The interior of the park is filled with over 40 imported thrill rides and family attractions. The park's main attraction is Asia's first hanging roller coaster in the middle of Adventure Land,] and a model of the Grand Canyon as part of a river rafting attraction.

9.  Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise

Chao Phraya Dinner cruise

Embark on a memorable night of dining and ambience on one of Bangkok's most popular restaurant boats. Relax in modern comfort and dine like King Rama V on a variety of scrumptious Thai dishes. Hop on your luxurious boat and appreciate the views of Bangkok attractions like Wat Arun – the “Temple of Dawn” – and the Grand Palace, which provide great photo opportunities.

Feel welcomed by Thai hospitality as your hostesses greet you in traditional costume with a welcome drink. Feast on a variety of authentic Thai dishes and observe the lifestyles of Thai locals as you spend a memorable evening cruising past some of the best sights of Bangkok.

After your gastronomic exploration, sway with the rhythm of music and dance as performers entertain you with musical flavors of Thailand.