8 Things to Do in Bangkok, Thailand for Couples

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There are a ton of distractions in the city of Bangkok. There are way more than 8 things to do in Bangkok. The city has tons of natural, historical, and culinary sites to explore. But like any big city, you should do a little research before you venture out. Or you may be surprised to find yourself hanging out with ladyboys. Or wondering whether you found a massage parlor that specializes in Happy Endings.

Table of Contents

• Must-Do Bangkok
• 8 of My Favorite Things to Do in the City
• Take a Tuk-tuk Ride
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Must-Do Bangkok:

8 of My Favorite Things to do in the city

I’m surprised I liked Bangkok as much as I did. We did not get a massage every day as we planned. And we ate at a couple more restaurants than we usually do in Thailand. The vibe is the ‘same same’ but different. I usually don’t enjoy the hustle and bustle of the big city.

How to Take the Free Shuttle– Bangkok Don Muang Airport (DMK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

But Bangkok is different. First, it’s in Thailand, one of my favorite Asian countries. It still retains many of the things I’ve grown fond of since our first visit last year. The people are ultra polite; the food is delicious, there’s excellent shopping, and all of that takes place under the warm tropical skies perfumes with lotus flowers and thick plumes of incense as well as the crush of people and the thunderous roar of took tucks and taxis.

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Bangkok also has a very good mass transit system that will get you to many places on this list. For more information, go to their website at Bangkok Transit System and or download the Bangkok Skytrain app on your phone.

1. Ayutthaya

Ok, sure, it’s not really in Bangkok, but Ayutthaya is a great place to get a historical perspective on what ancient Thailand once looked like. It’s located about 90-km from the city center and tons of tours take you there for the day. We booked one that toured the city, included Wat Chai Mongkol’s Reclining Buddha statue Wat Mahathat and Buddha’s head entwined in tree roots which were too cool for words. We were brought back to Bangkok via a cruise down the Chao Phraya River that included lunch and commentary of the sights along the river. The tour lasted approximately 9 hours and cost about $60 per person via Viator.com.

Grand Palace is probably the most majestic palace complex I’ve ever seen and I saw

2. The Grand Palace

Was probably the most majestic palace complex I’ve ever seen and I saw it by myself because my hubby was all templed out, which was fine. We visited Wat Pho together and then I headed to the Grand Palace and he went to Pantip Plaza to look at electronics.

We travel a lot together and sometimes we don’t want to do the same thing.

#Great tip… you go walk in the steps of history and let him go look at stupid electronics. You’ll both have a better time!!

The Royal Chapel, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, or Wat Phra Kaeo, occupies one corner of the Grand Palace complex. It houses the Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in Thailand. There is a strict dress code for visitors to the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Hundreds of boats carried bricks and rubble from the ruins of Ayutthaya down the Chao Phraya River to build the palace and the city walls. It glitters for real. Everything seems to be gold-plated, tiled and bedazzled. lol, I loved the statues and the buildings but did not love the endless crowds. I walked around the grounds for 3 hours and every few minutes I smiled because I knew Steven would have hated 2 hours and 45 minutes of this. lol, We met up around 5 pm at the hotel for our dinner reservation at Gaggan.

Operating Hours

Best to go early in the morning as soon as it opens to avoid them.
Opening Hours: Daily from 08.30 hrs – 15.30 hrs.

Admission Fee: Free of charge for Thais and 500 baht for foreigners (including Vimanmek Mansion).
For more information, call : 0 2623 5500 Ext. 3100 

How to Get There 

Take the Silom Line and get off at Saphan Taksin Station (or S6 Station) and go out through Exit No. 2. Then, take the Chao Phraya Express Boat to Ta Chang Pier (No.9). A 5-10 minute walk will bring you to the entrance gate of the Grand Palace.

3. Wat Pho

Or Wat Phrachetuphon Wimonmangkhalaram Ratchaworamahawihan, whichever is easier for you. Of all the monasteries of the first class Royal temples, this is the most important, as it was built by monarchs beside the Royal Grand Palace. The Reclining Buddha is really really big guys. It’s beautiful and just hanging out with his eyes open wondering what the big deal is. The sound of clinking coins and chanting surround you as you watch pilgrims put a coin in a long line of containers on the wall behind the Buddha. We took a night tuk-tuk tour that included an after-hours visit to Wat Pho that gave us a chance to wander around in near silence.

Opening Hours: Daily from 08.00 hrs. – 18.00 hrs.
Admission Fee: Free of charge for Thais and 100 baht for foreigners
For more information, call่ : 0 2226 0335, 0 2226 0369

How to Get There

SkyTrain to Saphan Taksin Station S6. (Silom Line), Take Exit 2 and go to Chao Phraya River Express Boat Pier.

This is one of the most popular ways to Wat Pho and the Grand Palace. Take an express boat to Tha Tien (N8) along the Chao Phraya. Once you walk out of the pier walk past the food stalls until you get to a large road junction. In front (slightly to the left) is the Grand Palace.

4. Gaggan

I still can’t believe how delicious, fun, and interesting the 2 1/2 18 courses molecular gastronomy meal/experience we had in Gaggan – Progressive Indian Cuisine restaurant in ‪#‎Bangkok‬. It’s a must-do if you go to Bangkok… but reservations are required well in advance. I felt like Anthony Bourdain’s half-sister. lol For more information check out his website at http://eatatgaggan.com.

Gaggan is a restaurant run by chef Gaggan Anand in Bangkok, Thailand. In 2015, it was named by Restaurant magazine as the best restaurant in Asia in the list of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, placing 10th overall worldwide.

5. Chatuchak Weekend Market

Once only popular among wholesalers and traders, Chatuchak Weekend Market has reached a landmark status as a must-visit place for tourists. Its sheer size and diverse collections of merchandise will bring any seasoned shoppers to their knees – this is where you can literally shop ‘till you drop’ whether you’re looking for some boxing shorts or a gold throne… you’ll find it at Chatuchak. Fully open on Saturdays and Sundays only. Provides shoppers with a huge ion of merchandise from t-shirts & souvenirs to tribal goods and antiques.

One of the great bazaars of Asia. Be prepared to bargain.
Opening Hours: Saturday – Sunday from 07.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs. 

How to Get There

SkyTrain to (N8) Mo Chit Station (Sukhumvit Line), Take exit 1 and walk straight 100m to Chatuchak Park on your right.

You can also take a taxi. But make sure you have him take the toll highway. It’s an extra 50 baht or less than $1.50 but its well worth the time you’ll save.

6. Pantip Plaza Electronics Market

I can bet you’ve probably never seen anything like Pantip Plaza. I know I’ve never seen anything like it because I opted to go to the Grand Palace instead, but it looks rather frightening. Steven loved it!! Pantip Plaza is the mother of all electronics shops in Thailand and has gained legendary status as the place to find new and used computers and accessories at rock-bottom prices.

How to Get There

From BTS Chidlom, either hire a tuk-tuk/taxi or walk ten minutes down Ratchadamri Road past Central World on your left, over the Saen Saeb canal, and then left on Phetburi Road. Walk two blocks, and Pantip Plaza should be on your left.

SkyTrain to N2 Phaya Thai Station (Sukhumvit Line). Take Exit 2, get Tuk-Tuk along New Phetchaburi Rd. about 2km, Pantip Plaza is on right.

7. Street Food Stalls at Central World

You don’t have to spend a fortune on food in Bangkok. Matter of fact… don’t. Food is a real treat in Thailand and there are tons of ways to enjoy it in Bangkok. And there is so much more than just pad Thai and sticky rice and mango… but those are two good ones. Check out the food stalls in front of Central World if you are looking for something unique and delicious.

Check out the Thai Food Bus Tour for a fun and engaging way to experience delicious Thai food on the go. Or go cafe hopping to two of Bangkoks most beautiful cafes, Bubble in the Forest Cafe and After the Rain Coffee & Gallery. Both tours are offered on Klook one of my favorite tour companies when I travel.

How to Get There

SkyTrain to E1 Chit Lom Station (Sukhumvit Line). Take Exit 9. For Skybridge to Gaysorn Plaza and crossroad to Central World via flyover.

If you don’t like Pad Thai don’t go here… at @Thipsamai that’s all they do and its arguably the best noodle shop in #bangkok #thailand… check out that line of locals after we came out.

8. Take a Tuk-tuk Ride

This last one isn’t a must-do in Bangkok. It’s a must-do in Thailand. You’ve gotta take a ride in the tuk-tuk. Bangkok is one of the most congested cities in the world. so no matter what kind of transport you choose to expect traffic, but took tucks are narrow and will squeeze into traffic much better than cars. Now they even have licensed motorcycle taxis if you are a daredevil and completely paid upon your insurance… you can zip through traffic, sidewalks, etc. You’ll notice the guys on bikes with yellow jackets. The tuk-tuks in Bangkok are the three-wheel variety and some are decked out with lights and sound systems. But be careful expect to pay more for a tuk-tuk than a metered taxi, but don’t get ripped off. We took a food tour by tuk-tuk in the evening and it was a lot of fun.

Check out Expique at http://www.expique.com/tour/bangkok/bangkok-night-lights-tutuk-tour/. Also, check out cheap flights to Bangkok from Chiang Mai or Phuket.

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