And the place where the country's main international airport Suvarnabhumi is located. Therefore, tourists usually stay for one or two nights in Bangkok before flying to popular resorts such as Phuket, Koh Samui.
Bangkok is located on the Chaya Phraya River, the distance to the Gulf of Thailand is about 20 km.

Tourist map of Bangkok in Russian with sights

The main attractions are marked with red circles on the map.

Grand Royal Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew - Wat Phra Keo) and the Royal Palace (Grand Palace) is a whole complex of temples, royal residences, Buddhist stupas, very beautiful buildings of Buddhist libraries.

The entrance to the temples is barefoot only. Of course, no shorts are allowed, as well as open shoulders (however, at the entrance you can rent clothes for 10 Baht + 100 Baht deposit)

The best time to visit the complex on your own is in the morning, before numerous tourist groups arrive. Photography is not allowed in the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.

In the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the decor is amazing, and the Buddha statue itself is less than 50 cm and placed very high, so it is difficult to see it.

Near the Grand Royal Palace is located

Temple complex - Wat Po

This is the oldest and largest temple complex in Bangkok. There are 95 pagodas in it alone.
The main attraction of the Wat Po complex is a huge reclining Buddha, everyone can take pictures next to his huge heels.

wat arun

Be sure to visit the magnificent Temple of the Dawn - Wat Arun, located on the opposite bank of the Chao Phraya River.

In the Rattokosin area, after visiting the top attractions, it is pleasant to walk along the promenade, look at the Ta Chang pier with numerous shops and visit the amulet market, the Maharaja market, where it is interesting to try Thai dishes.

Museums are located in the same area - National Museum and the National Gallery

To the west of Rattakosin it is interesting to look at giant swing and Golden Mountain. Bulk mountain - built so that the kings could survey their possessions. From here it's nice to admire the sunset, but the most high ground currently located in the Baiyoke Sky Hotel

Updated: 15 Sep, 2018

Bangkok, which has received the title of a kind of gateway to Southeast Asia, is a city where you can have a very interesting time. The capital of Thailand attracts tourists with a special Asian atmosphere, and there are many sights of a diverse nature. We will talk about the most iconic, world-famous places - those that you need to see in Bangkok in the first place, and you can see them on your own.

Since this metropolis has a rather large scale, walking will sometimes be relevant while exploring it, but mostly you will have to travel by public transport or taxi. By the way, in a taxi, even before the start of the trip, you need to agree with the driver that the payment will be according to the meter - this turns out to be much cheaper than the fixed price.

Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew

The Royal Palace and Wat Phrakew Temple is a complex attraction open to the public.

In the Grand Palace, which has served as the residence of the kings of Thailand since the 18th century, solemn state receptions and ceremonies are still held.

Wat Phrakew, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is not only a well-known attraction among the guests of Bangkok, but also a place of pilgrimage for all Buddhists.

Wat Pho Temple

This shrine, often referred to as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is located near the complex of buildings of the Grand Palace. Walking around this oldest temple in Bangkok and one of the largest in Thailand, you can see 1000 images of the Buddha. But the most impressive sight is the statue of Buddha, depicting him lying and waiting for the indulgence of nirvana. This huge gilded figure, decorated with pearls and mother-of-pearl, is perhaps the largest Buddha sculpture in the world: its length is 46 meters and its height is 15 meters.

More interesting information about this shrine, which will definitely push you to explore it on your own, can be found.

Wat Suthat Temple and Giant Swing

This religious site is located at: Bamrung Mueang Road, Bangkok 10200. The Bangkok sightseeing map clearly shows that the building is in close proximity to Wat Phrakew and Wat Pho. It is worth considering this when planning to make an independent visit to these places.

Wat Suthat Temple is largely known for the famous Giant Swing (Sauchinga), standing on the square in front of its entrance. This unusual religious building has the shape of the letter "P": on top of two wooden columns 21 meters high, there is a crossbar decorated with openwork carvings. In the past, when they held a ceremony of gratitude to Shiva for the harvest of rice, a bag filled with silver coins was tied to the crossbar. On the same crossbar, ropes were tied, swinging on which the volunteers tried to get a valuable bag on their own. In 1932, local authorities banned such a ceremony due to the high traumatism of the participants, and the Swing was converted into a symbolic monument.

But Wat Suthat is also interesting besides the Swings. The walls inside the central pavilion (vihan) are covered with original paintings early XIX century. In the central part of the vihan there is a bronze statue of Buddha 8 meters high, and along the entire perimeter of the outer walls of the courtyard there are 156 gilded figures of the deity.

• Giant Swings can be seen at any time. Wat Suthat is open every day from 8:30 to 21:00, but you can enter the wihan from 9:00 to 17:00.
• As a rule, there is no influx of tourists here. Thanks to this, it is very convenient to come to this sight of Bangkok on your own in order to touch the shrines of Buddhism in peace and tranquility.
• Entrance is only 20 baht.

In the Chinatown area, near the Central Railway Station, there is another famous attraction - the Temple of the Golden Buddha, or Wat Trai Mit.

The Temple of the Golden Buddha was listed in the Guinness Book of Records after it was recognized as the most expensive religious object. This is not surprising, because in this shrine there is a figure of Buddha made of gold. Its weight is about 5.5 tons, and its height is about 2.5 meters. The whites of the eyes of the Golden Buddha are made of pearls, and the pupils are made of black Thai sapphires. According to the Americans who estimated this statue, its cost is about $250,000,000. But it should be noted that no one checked the purity and quality of gold. There is also no reliable information as to whether the statue is really entirely made of gold.

The Buddha statue, created back in the 13th-14th centuries from a single piece of gold, was covered with plaster during the Burmese war and decorated with fragments of colored glass so that it would not attract too much attention from enemies. When a new religious building was erected in Bangkok in 1957, it was decided to install an old statue brought from the north of the country. During transportation, part of the plaster broke off, thanks to which a treasure was discovered, which can still be viewed at Wat Trai Mit.

• Address: 661 Chaoren Krung Road | Talad Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100.
• This religious landmark of Bangkok is quite possible to see on your own. It is open for visits daily from 8:00 to 17:00.
• The entry fee for the Buddha statue hall alone is 40 baht. By paying 100 baht, you can also see the exhibits of the museum, located on the floor below.
• Video filming is prohibited inside the building, but photographs are allowed.

The Temple of the Golden Mount is located in the eastern part of the Old City, between Boriphat Road and Lan Luang Road.

The best way to get to this attraction on your own is to order a taxi directly from the hotel. You won’t be able to get here by metro, but you can use city buses No. 8, 15, 37, 47, 49 - the fare will be different, it depends on the category of the bus and on the distance of the trip.

Until skyscrapers began to be built in Bangkok, this iconic building remained the most high point on east coast Chao Phraya rivers. First, an artificial hill was poured here, and a temple was already built on it with a gilded pagoda crowning it - their total height is 76 meters.

To get to the top of the hill, you need to climb a wide spiral staircase of 320 steps. The ascent is not difficult, as the slope is small and there are comfortable benches for rest along the way.

The interior of the shrine is quite simple, the main decorations are sculptures of Buddha in various poses. In the back corner of the room is a narrow staircase leading to the roof. The first thing you notice when you get there is a large pagoda covered with a myriad of golden mosaic tiles.

Around the structure, however, as well as along the entire ascent, huge gongs and bells are installed. You can, and even need to call them yourself, because it is believed that this attracts good luck. And you can also just rub the gong with your hand - if you do it right, it will emit an even beautiful rumble, which is considered a sign of purity of the soul!

On the top floor of Wat Saket, where the gilded pagoda is located, there is an observation platform. It offers a surreal circular landscape and a panoramic view of Bangkok.

• The exact address: 344 Chakkraphat Diphong Road | Prap Sattru Phai Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Bangkok 10100.
• You can climb the Golden Mountain any day from 07:30 to 17:30.
• Entrance to the territory is free, but in order to enter the building, climb to the pagoda and to the observation deck, before starting the ascent, you must make a donation in the amount of 50 baht. By the way, you do not need to take off your shoes here, as is customary to do when entering all sacred places.

Experienced tourists recommend making an independent trip to the Golden Mountain in November. Loykrathong is celebrated every year in this month in Thailand, so in 2 days in Bangkok there is something to see even more than usual. During the Thai holiday, Wat Saket hosts a large-scale week-long fair, which begins with a spectacular candlelight procession from the base of the hill to its top.

The Temple of Dawn or Morning Dawn is one of the first places among all 31,200 Buddhist places of worship in Thailand in terms of its significance and beauty. It is definitely worth seeing it, especially since it is quite possible to do it on your own, without a guide.

On the territory of this religious complex, there are many sky-high pagodas, the most famous of which is Pha Bang, 79 meters high. It is decorated with rich carvings, inlaid with pieces of colored glass and porcelain, sea shells and mirrors. At the corners of Prha Bang are four smaller pagodas, and in the niches are mounted statues of Vayu (wind god). At the very foot of Prha Bang, various statues are placed: the traditionally seated Buddha, animal figures, exotic deities.

Quite steep steps lead to the top of the central pagoda, where an observation platform is equipped, from each of its sides. The climb, although not easy, but the efforts made are fully paid off by the opening views of the immediate surroundings, the Chao Phraya River and Bangkok.

• The attraction is located opposite the Grand Palace, on the opposite bank of the Chao Phraya River, along address: 34 Wang Doem Road | Wat Arun, Bang Kok Yai, Bangkok 10600.
• Wat Arun is open for visits every day from 9:00 to 17:00, but it is best to come to the opening or around 16:00. At this time, there are not too many tourists, so it will be possible to calmly see everything, not to push in line at the stairs to the observation deck and on the platform itself.
• Entrance to the territory of this religious attraction is free, but to enter the Prha Bang pagoda and climb to its roof, you need to pay 50 baht.

In the capital of Thailand, you can always deviate from the standard tourist routes and go to such sights that not every tourist knows about. How many travelers know that in Bangkok you can see the Museum of Contemporary Art on your own? Unfortunately, not even all local taxi drivers know about its existence. And you can get to this city attraction on your own only by taxi. Therefore, when taking a taxi, you need to call the museum and give the phone to the taxi driver so that the museum staff will explain the way to him.

The Museum of Contemporary Art building itself is architectural masterpiece, and on six floors there are interesting and diverse expositions: sculptures, paintings, installations (it is clear that there are no world masterpieces here). All these fascinating exhibits reflect the worldview of the Thai people, tell about their life and traditions. In the halls, you can take pictures yourself, but only without a flash.

There is also a shop that offers a variety of products: fridge magnets, picture prints, postcards, photos of Bangkok sights with descriptions.

• The museum is located near Don Muanaga Airport, at 499, Kamphaengpet 6th Road | Lad Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900.
• Tickets to the museum cost 250 baht, 100 baht for students, while children under 13 and people over the age of 60 can enter for free. Together with the ticket, a card is issued, and large bags are accepted for storage.
• You can view works of contemporary Thai art on any day except Monday: from Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00, and on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00.

In Bangkok, there is something to see for families with children, because this city offers a wide variety of destinations for recreation. All kinds of amusement parks are organized for children in the capital of Thailand, exhibition halls are open, there are even specific attraction museums, for example, a museum of 3D paintings. It occupies the top floors of the Esplanade shopping mall, next to the Thailand Cultural Center MRT station.

interactive museum Art in Paradise is 5,800 m² of entertainment and educational activities for visitors of all ages. It consists of many halls with various forms of 3D painting, including thematic halls decorated with underwater world, dinosaur world, Egypt, waterfalls, world famous landmarks, etc. In reality, the paintings look "flat", but the point is that the guests must take a certain place in this picture, and the photographer must take them from a certain point marked on the floor. In some places, you have to look for this point on your own. As a result, the photographs are voluminous and bright.

Visiting this attraction alone is not very convenient, although it is also possible if you bring a camera with a tripod. However, it is still better to come with a company.

• Address: 99 Esplanade Shopping Mall, 4th Floor | Ratchadapisek Road, Din Daeng, Din Daeng, Bangkok 10400.
• Art in Paradise is open to visitors daily from 10:00 to 22:00, but it is advisable to be here by the opening, as the number of visitors is the least in the morning hours. This is important because groups of tourists create huge queues at each exhibition, which often makes it difficult to get in the right position for a good shot.
• At the entrance, you need to take off your shoes and hand them over to the storage room: the museum is very clean, everyone walks barefoot or in socks.
• Entrance ticket for adults costs 400 baht, for children - 250 baht.

Many travelers know that Bangkok has the largest oceanarium in Asia (its area is 10,000 m²). It is better to come here on your own in order to have a margin of time and calmly see all the inhabitants.

Siam Ocean World is divided into 7 unique themed locations, and over 30,000 fish and aquatic mammals live in huge and very small aquariums.

Before you go on an excursion to Siam Ocean World on your own, it makes sense to learn as much as possible about this attraction,.

Even being in Bangkok for only 2 days, it makes sense to see such an attraction as Snake Farm on your own. During a trip to the snake farm, you can watch an interesting show with snakes, try dishes made from snake meat, and also buy preparations made from snake venom or fat.

On the territory of the farm, right on the street, there are enclosures in which snakes live. Sometimes they hide under rocks and you can't see them at all. And sometimes these cold-blooded ones can be perfectly seen, and they also try to make out those who look at them - rather creepy, but interesting.

Terrariums are also located indoors, but almost all the snakes contained in them are in the city's Dusit Zoo.

On the second floor, you can see a really interesting exhibition: a collection of snake skeletons, embalmed embryos, snake eggs, a sectional view of the torso of a huge python (you can see the internal structure in detail). Visitors are shown videos about the anatomy and reproduction of snakes, as well as how to provide first aid for snake bites.

From Monday to Friday at Snake Farm you can watch the procedure for extracting venom from snakes and a 30-minute show with different types of cold-blooded animals. During the show, the zia are carried out one at a time, some are simply held in their arms, and some are teased with their hands or feet. All these actions are accompanied by stories and comments on English language. It should be noted that the schedule of these two events is not very convenient: the poison is removed at 11:00, and the performance takes place at 14:30 - if you want to see both, then you have to wait quite a long time.

• Snake Farm is open to visitors all days of the week: Monday to Friday from 9:30 to 15:30, and on Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 to 13:00.
• Admission for adults 200 baht, for children - 50 baht.
• This attraction located in Bangkok at: 1871 Rama IV Road | Phathumwan, 10330.

Close to Silom metro station ( address: Rama 4 Road | Wangmai, Pathumwan) is Lumpini Park. It is open to everyone every day from early morning until sunset, and admission is completely free.

Lumpini Park occupies a vast territory in the heart of the metropolis. It is very beautiful thanks to perfectly manicured lawns and small ponds where you can go boating. Lumpini also has several playgrounds for children.

Residents of Bangkok come to the park en masse to play sports: early in the morning and after lunch, group classes are held here, in the evenings - jogging, fitness, aerobics. But even during these hours you can always find places for secluded relaxation.

In the morning, monitor lizards bask in the sun near the reservoirs of the park. If you do not disturb these animals and behave quietly, they calmly pose in front of the cameras of tourists. Large turtles are also found in the local ponds.

Observation deck at Baiyoke Sky

Baiyoke Sky is a famous landmark in Bangkok and Thailand, because this building is the tallest in the country. The height of the skyscraper is 305 meters.

You can find out how you can get to Baiyoke Sky on your own, how much it costs to climb the site and when is the best time to do it.

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Night Market Ratchada can be considered a peculiar attraction of the capital of Thailand. It is known for the fact that you can buy almost everything on its malls: rotary phones, gramophones and records for them, books, clothes, as well as all kinds of automotive products from used tires to small models of cars from different times. They offer delicious Thai food, fresh seafood cafes, live music bars.

Ratchada market prices are low. Crowds of people, and mostly locals. There are not so many tourists walking among the malls on their own.

• You can find the night market at this address: next to Ratchada Criminal Court, Ratchadapisek Road, Bangkok.
• It works from Thursday to Sunday inclusive, from 17:00 to 01:00.

Khao San Street

Although Khao San Street is considered a landmark of Bangkok, it is unlikely that it will ever add to the UNESCO list. To be precise, Khao San is a colorful hangout place where Thai transvestites and prostitutes, as well as backpackers who came to Taiwan, gather.

There are many cheap hotels, Thai food in carts, souvenirs, clothes, fake IDs, pirated video copies, diamond items, drugs of varying severity.

But gradually Khao San is becoming more and more a dull tourist attraction, and in a few years it will be absolutely safe here even for those tourists who are used to traveling on their own.

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Conclusion

We talked about what to see in Bangkok in the first place, having come here for a short time. Choose the attractions that interest you the most and get to know this amazing metropolis. If independent travel does not appeal to you, you can always hire a guide, especially since Thai guides are not too expensive and speak Russian and English quite well.

All the sights of Bangkok described on this page are marked on the map in Russian.

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Bangkok is the largest city in Thailand and the capital of the country, a rapidly growing and developing metropolis in which the hectic life does not subside even at night. It is a city of contrasts, where monuments of history and architecture meet among skyscrapers of the most intricate forms, and business life gives way to the reckless fun of nightclubs.

And in order not to get confused in the maze of this giant anthill, and not to miss the most interesting places, you should familiarize yourself with the map of the city's attractions in Russian.

Bangkok is located in the south of Thailand (Southeast Asia, the Indochina Peninsula), near the Gulf of Thailand, on the banks of the navigable Chao Phraya River.

Like many port cities, Bangkok grew out of a small fishing village, mentions of which date back to the 14th century. The name of the city has been preserved since the formation of the first settlement, and is popular with tourists. But officially Bangkok has a different name, listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the longest name, out of 167 letters, and in short - just Krung Thep.

For 1.5 thousand square meters. km live 8.2 million people, most of which are Thais (about 75%). The remaining share falls mainly on residents of neighboring states - Malays, Chinese, Laotians.

There are 2 airports in the vicinity of the capital - Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang. The first of them is focused on international communication, and the second is engaged in domestic flights. You can get to Bangkok from Russia by plane. The flight time will be 9.5 hours (direct flight), and the cost of tickets starts from 20 thousand rubles.

From nearby states, you can get to the capital of the Kingdom of Thailand by train (from 2.5 thousand rubles) or by bus (from 1.2 thousand rubles). But it should be borne in mind that the railway connection is less developed, and it is only possible to get to Hualamphong Station by train from Singapore or Malaysia.

Weather in Bangkok, the best time to travel

The city is located in the equatorial climate zone, which is characterized by slight temperature fluctuations and pronounced dry and rainy seasons.

Because of this feature, the division into seasons occurs depending on the amount of precipitation, and not on the season.

The hottest and driest months are April and May, when the air temperature can sometimes rise to + 40 C, and it rains very rarely.

From mid-May to mid-November, the rainy season lasts, which can go up to 5 times a week. But the precipitation is short-lived, and the monthly averages do not exceed 300 mm. The air after the rains is cool, about + 30 C. However, there are also sharp jumps in temperature on hot dry days.

The high tourist season falls on the dry period from November to April, which is characterized by low rainfall (up to 60 mm per month) and comfortable temperatures, averaging + 32 C. The high season is characterized by an increase in prices for air travel and hotel accommodation, especially during the Christmas holidays and New Year holidays.

Religious buildings in Bangkok

A map of Bangkok with sights in Russian will allow the tourist to quickly navigate and save time for sightseeing places of worship the capital, since there are more than 400 of them in the city. Thais are very sensitive to religion, and each of the temples is unique and interesting in its own way.

Map of the tour of the old center of Bangkok with attractions

Shrines are especially popular. Royal Palace- a large palace complex with luxurious temples and palaces. It is not customary to visit them in tight and open clothes, so you should take care of your appearance in advance and dress appropriately, or rent clothes at the entrance to the temple, at special rental points. Photography is prohibited in many temples and palaces.

Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)

It is a striking example of Thai architecture of the late 18th century. The Buddhist temple is part of the Royal Palace Complex. The facade of the building is richly decorated with sculptures and mosaics with elements of gilding, and the entrance to it is guarded by traditional figures of demons, who, according to legend, scare away evil spirits.

The bright tiled roof has several tiers (in the manner of Chinese pagodas) and is topped with a spire. The central entrance is intended only for members of the royal family, while tourists and ordinary residents are allowed to enter through the side limits. The main attraction of the temple is a 68-cm statuette of Buddha, made of green jade.

It was discovered after the destruction of the building as a result of a lightning strike in the 15th century. Therefore, one of the legends ascribes to her a divine origin. An unusual ceremony of dressing the shrine several times a year, in accordance with the season, is also associated with the statuette, at which the king is always present.

The huge gilded stupa (a traditional bell-shaped structure where the relics of saints are kept) is also interesting, in which there is a particle of the relics of the Buddha. It is open for visiting from 8:30 to 16:30. A visit to the temple is included in the cost of a single ticket to the Royal Palace and is 1 thousand rubles.

The temple is located in the northern part of the Royal Palace, at the intersection of Na Phra Lan and Sanam Chai streets, opposite Sanam Luang Square. The nearest public transport stop is called the temple.

Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)

Located in the southern part of the Royal Palace, within walking distance of Wat Phra Kaew. This name was given to the temple because of the huge statue of Buddha, lying with his head propped up by his hand, which reaches 46 m in length. Also on the territory of the monastery of the XII century. there are 95 stupas and the largest number of Buddha statues in the world - 400 pieces.

It was within the walls of this ancient building that the art of Thai massage, known all over the world today, was born. The temple is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission is by a single ticket.

Temple of the Dawn (Wat Arun)

It is located opposite the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, on the other side of the Chao Phraya River. Despite the fact that it has a more modest size and decoration, the temple is very popular with tourists.

It is especially beautiful when in the morning the sun illuminates its roof with a golden spire, and the rays play with numerous highlights in pieces of bright glass, mirrors and shells that decorate the 80-meter high pagoda. The easiest way to get to the temple from the Palace complex is by river crossing, the entrance fee to the building is 100 rubles. You can visit it from 9 am to 5 pm.

Museums in Bangkok

The map of Bangkok with attractions in Russian is divided into areas, among which the greatest interest is in Russian tourists evokes Rattanokosin and Banglampa with a rich historical past, and Pratunam is a budget accommodation. The old part of the city is interesting not only for the monuments of the past, but also for the variety of museums.

Bangkok National Museum

The museum is located just north of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, on the other side of Sunam Luang Square. The history of the museum, located in the buildings of the Front Palace, begins with the second half of XIX V.

The first exhibits of the museum were items from the private collection of Rama V, inherited from his father. Today, it presents objects of history and art dating back to the Neolithic era, and the museum is considered the largest not only in the country, but throughout Southeast Asia. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the entrance ticket costs 700 rubles.

Sirirai Museum of Medicine

Often referred to as the Museum of Death, it is not a sight for the faint of heart. The museum functions at the Sirirai hospital, and its creepy exhibits initially played the role of visual aids for future doctors.

The museum consists of 3 rooms:

• Forensic examination room;
• Hall of Pathology;
• Anatomy room.

The Death Museum is located opposite the National Museum, on the other side of the Chao Phraya River. You can get to the hospital not only by bus, but also by ferry across the river, which is much faster. The museum is open daily (except Tuesday) from 10 am to 5 pm, the ticket price is 400 rubles.

National Museum of Royal Barges

The museum's collection includes more than 50 barges, but a special place is given to 8 royal barges. These are luxurious and colorful boats made of solid teak wood, with intricate figures of mythical creatures adorning the prow of each vessel. All of these barges were used only on special occasions, and some of them sailed only once.

Every year, as it has been for many centuries, the traditional Royal Kathin procession with the participation of royal barges is organized at the end of autumn or the beginning of winter, marking the end of the fast. The museum is located next to the Sirirai Museum of Medicine, on the Bangkok Noi Canal. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the ticket price is 200 rubles.

Monuments in Bangkok

The tourist routes around the capital of Thailand also include some monuments that have become symbols of the city.

Victory Monument

A marble 50-meter stele in the form of 5 bayonets folded together was installed at the roundabout of the main city arteries in honor of the 1941 victory in the Franco-Thai War. At the base of the monument, there are 5 sculptures symbolizing various military and law enforcement agencies.

The monument is located northeast of the historic center of the city, in the Ratchathevi district. The nearest metro station is named after the monument.

Democracy Monument

The monument, erected in 1939, is dedicated to the Siamese revolution and the constitutional monarchy regime established after it. It consists of 4 24-meter wings directed upwards, installed in a circle.

Inside this ring there is a small turret, on the walls of which the text of the adopted Constitution is carved. The monument has a sad reputation and has repeatedly become a place of clashes between protesting citizens and the police. It is located on the traffic ring in the very center of the city, northeast of Sanam Luang Square along Ratchadamnoen Avenue.

Monument to King Rama I

The sculpture of Buddhi Yodfa Chulaloke (known as Rama I), the founder of the current ruling dynasty, depicts the king seated on the throne. Under his rule, Bangkok became the capital of the state, and the Burmese invaders were expelled from the lands of Siam.

The monument is located in the city park of the historical part of Bangkok, not far from the Memorial Bridge, named after the ruler.

Architectural buildings in Bangkok

The map of Bangkok with sights in Russian is represented by a wide variety of architectural monuments, among which there are luxurious palaces, old mansions and bright Buddhist temples known throughout the world.

Grand Chakri Palace (Chakri Maha Prasat)

Erected at the end of the 19th century. by order of Rama V and is part of the Royal Palace Complex. The palace was built by a British architect in the Victorian style, and differs from the rest of the traditional buildings of the Grand Palace in its European appearance. So that the building does not look completely alien, the king ordered the addition of 3 traditional Thai roofs to the palace.

Even though the royal family no longer lives in the palace, it is occasionally used for ceremonial occasions. For tourists, only 2 halls are open in the male half, which now houses the Museum of Weapons. The female half, where the royal harem was once located, is completely closed to the public. Entrance is by a single ticket to the Royal Palace.

Phra Sumen Fort

An ancient defensive fortress of the late 18th century, erected during the reign of Rama I on the Banglamphu canal. Previously, the fort guarded the approaches to the city from the Chao Phraya River from the Burmese.

The white-stone fortress consists of 14 watchtowers and a central hexagonal tower surrounded by battlements. The fort is located at the junction of the canal with the river, just north of the Bangkok National Museum, parallel to Phra Sumen Street.

Vimanmek Palace

The world's largest building made of teak wood, during the construction of which not a single nail was used.

The long 3-story Victorian building has 80 rooms. The palace was erected at the beginning of the 20th century. for the ruler Rama V, and since 1982 a museum of the royal family has been opened in it, occupying 31 rooms.

The museum presents luxurious interior items, dishes, weapons, jewelry and works of art royal family. It is located near the Dusit Palace in the Royal Palace and is open to the public from 9:30 am to 4 pm. Entrance is with a single ticket to the Royal Complex.

Natural attractions of Bangkok

The natural attractions of the city are represented by picturesque parks, gardens, the full-flowing Chao Phraya River and adjacent canals, and the beaches of the nearby Gulf of Thailand.

King Rama IX Park

Located on the southeastern outskirts of the city, the park covers an area of ​​80 hectares and is the largest park in Bangkok. It has a royal garden, an artificial lake, a botanical garden, a water garden, an exhibition hall, many pavilions and recreation areas.

The park is located in an area remote from tourist routes, so most of its visitors are local residents. In December, a colorful flower festival is held on its territory. The park is open daily from 5 am to 7 pm, and admission until 5 pm is paid (20 rubles).

On weekends, an open pleasure bus runs here. The park is located in the Xuan Luang area, close to Suvarnabhumi airport. The nearest metro station, On Nat, is located 10 km from the entrance to the territory, so the easiest way to get from the station is by taxi.

lumpini park

Is located in central area Bangkok, southeast of the Royal Palace, between Silom and Si Tha Ni Lumpini metro stations. The park with an area of ​​about 60 hectares was opened on the lands belonging to King Rama VI, by his order. The park area has a palm garden, lakes, a library, sports and playgrounds. It is open from 4:30 am to 9:00 pm and admission is free.

Memorial Garden of the Princess Mother

The garden is located south of the royal palace, on the opposite bank of the river, near the King Rama I Memorial Bridge. The garden was created on the site of the childhood home of Srinakarin, the mother of King Rama IX.

The princess made a significant contribution to the field of social support for the common population by founding the Fund for Assistance to the Northern Peoples. In the garden there are 2 exhibition halls dedicated to the life, work and achievements of the princess. It is open daily from 6 am to 6 pm, and the exhibition halls are open until 4 pm, admission to the garden is free.

Modern objects in Bangkok, interesting to visit

A map of Bangkok with sights in Russian gives the tourist the opportunity to get acquainted not only with the cultural and historical heritage of the city, but also with its modern achievements, interesting architectural monuments.

Bangkok Art and Cultural Center

The museum was opened in 2008, and is a white 9-storey building with spacious halls and spiral staircases, within the walls of which there are exhibitions of photographers, sculptors, artists from Thailand and other countries. Conferences, meetings of artists, concerts are also held here.

Restaurants, a library and shops are provided for visitors. The museum is located in the city center, northwest of Lumpini Park, at the intersection of Phayathai and Rama I streets. It is open daily from 9 am to 9 pm except Monday.

Chatuchak Market

The largest market in the country, has over 15 thousand tents. On weekends, the number of its visitors can reach 200 thousand people a day. You can buy absolutely everything on the market: food, clothes, antiques, furniture, dishes, textiles, souvenirs, art, animals, plants. And the prices for goods are several times lower than in shopping centers.

The market is adjacent to the park of the same name on the south side and is located north of the city center. You can get there by skytrain, getting off at Mo Chit station, or by underground metro to Chatuchak park station. It is open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends, and on weekdays only souvenir shops on the outskirts of the market are open.

Baiyoke Sky Tower

The skyscraper with a height of 84 floors consists of a hotel, shops, cafes, restaurants and 2 viewing platforms. The upper open-type revolving platform is located at a height of 250 m, and a little lower, on the 77th floor, there is a closed platform, to which a high-speed transparent elevator with a panoramic view goes.

The tower is located in the central area of ​​the city of Ratchathevi, near the Ratchaprarop railway station. Observation platforms are open from 10 am to 11 pm, the cost of visiting them is 800 rubles.

Interesting places to stay with children

In addition to night bars and clubs for every taste and budget, Bangkok has a lot of entertainment for family vacation with children, sometimes quite exotic ones. These are not only entertainment centers and recreation parks, but also unforgettable walks through the jungle on elephants, a trip to a safari park, snake and crocodile farms.

Dream World

Thematic amusement park, which locals often compare to Disneyland, is located on the northeastern outskirts of the city, near Don Mueang Airport.

In the park, you can ride rides, look at miniatures of the world's most famous sights, visit a magical garden, a fairy-tale land, and even go skiing. It is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, and on weekends 2 hours longer. The entrance fee is 1.3 thousand rubles. The easiest way to get to the park is by taxi from the city center or by bus from the nearest metro station, Mo Chit.

Safari World

A huge park to the east of Bangkok, in the suburbs of Minburi, with an area of ​​about 70 hectares, where animals live in conditions close to the real environment. It is divided into 2 zones - sea and land.

In the park, you can take a bus through the zone of herbivorous representatives of Asian, African and Australian fauna, visit the feeding of predators, watch numerous shows with animals, see dolphins and fur seals in the aqua zone of the park, feed giraffes from a special platform.

A ticket to visit 2 zones (including the show) costs 2.4 thousand rubles. The park is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. You can get to Minburi by taxi.

Siam Ocean World

The oceanarium is located in the shopping center Paragon Siam and covers an area of ​​10 thousand square meters. It is divided into thematic zones in accordance with the habitats of representatives of the marine fauna, of which there are more than 30 thousand. All kinds of shows are organized for visitors, there is a contact aquarium.

The oceanarium is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., the cost of an entrance ticket is 2 thousand rubles. Shopping mall is located in the center of Bangkok, between Baiyoke Sky tower and Lumpini Park, near Siam skytrain station.

Itinerary for exploring Bangkok on your own for 1 - 2 days

Bangkok covers an area of ​​1.5 thousand square meters. km, so for 1 - 2 days to explore the whole city will not work. For self-examination of the most famous and iconic places the city will need a Russian-language map with sights.

Day 1

Acquaintance with Bangkok should begin with its main attractions - the Royal Palace and Wat Phra Kaew. Then you can take a ferry across the river to the Temple of Dawn on the opposite bank.

After visiting the temple, you must return back in the same way and visit the Wat Pho Temple. After leaving the temple, you should move south to the Museum of Siam. After visiting the museum, you can continue further south, to the Chao Phraya River and, crossing the Rop Krang channel, find yourself at the Flower Market and the city park with the statue of Rama I.

Moving from the park in a northerly direction along Chakkraphet Street, the tourist finds himself in the colorful Chinatown of the capital with interesting souvenir shops and cafes.

Day 2

Continuing further along the same street to the north, after the Romaninat park, turn left and, after going around it, move north again. Almost next to the park there is a Giant swing, and a little to the west is the Temple of Wat Saket.

A little further from the temple is the Museum of King Prachadipok. After inspecting it, you need to turn east and move along Lan Luang Street, past the Varadis Palace, towards the Ratchathevi area, where to look:

Along the way, pay attention to:

• Gallery of Queen Sirikit;
• Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall;
• Democracy Monument.

In the area of ​​Sunam Luang Square, you can visit the National Museum of Bangkok, the Pipit Banglamphu Museum and the Phra Sumen Fort, and going to the other side of the river, the National Museum of Royal Barges.

Hotels in Bangkok

In Bangkok, there are more than 2 thousand hotels, inns and guest houses of various levels of service, so choosing a place to stay is quite problematic. Most tourists prefer to stay in close proximity to the city center and major attractions. The advantage is the presence of a metro station near the hotel.

Where to eat in Bangkok

You can have a delicious meal in Bangkok in any area of ​​the city and in any establishment, whether it is a prestigious restaurant, a chain cafe or a kiosk in the colorful Chinatown. It all depends on taste preferences and opportunities.

What is the best way to get around the city

You can move around Bangkok by any type of public transport, the cost of which is low. And even a taxi ride is not worth the big financial outlay. Due to the overcrowding of the city and frequent traffic jams, many tourists and locals prefer to use the metro.

Kind of transport	Price	Opening hours
Buses	From 12 to 30 rubles, depending on the distance.	From 5 a.m. to 11 p.m., there are night routes.
Water transport	From 18 rubles, ferry crossing- from 8 rubles.	From 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Surface metro	From 30 rub. ticket or 280 rubles. daily pass.	From 6:30 to 00:00
underground metro	From 30 rub. or on a day pass for 240 rubles.	From 6 a.m. to 00:00 a.m.
Taxi	By meter or fixed price, on average - 150 rubles. around town.	around the clock.
Tuk-tuk (tricycle)	From 200 rub. for a short trip.	There is no set work schedule.

Bangkok is a vibrant Asian city with vibrant life, colorful quarters with many restaurants and shops, majestic ancient temples and the most modern centers entertainment, the strictness of religion and the exoticism of nightclubs, the Russian-language map of the capital's main attractions will help you to understand the intricacies of the narrow streets.

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Heads and Tails in Bangkok:

All the sights of Bangkok can be divided into several areas. If you are interested in ancient architecture, in the first place, temples and palaces, we go to the historical center of the city. If you want to see modern Bangkok, be sure to include in the route central part the Thai capital with its record-breaking skyscrapers, shopping malls and shopping malls. Vacationers with children will certainly want to visit the aquarium and the zoo, as well as one of the beautiful natural parks. And if you have time, you should choose one of several themed museums, a boat trip along Chao Phraya or drive around the neighborhood - visit a crocodile farm or the ancient city of Ayutthaya. A carefully and pre-designed route ensures that even for a short vacation you will be able to see all the sights of Bangkok on your own or during one of the sightseeing tours.

What are the top sights in Bangkok to see?

The most difficult situation is when everything is interesting, and you are not averse to admiring the monumental Buddhist buildings, going shopping, and actively having fun. But the banal lack of time prevents the implementation of the “huge plans”. This is where the top attractions of Bangkok come to the rescue, which includes must-see objects - what everyone needs to see, so as not to bite their elbows later. Therefore, we choose the best sights of Bangkok, and the TOP-10 will help in this.

Top 10 top attractions in Bangkok

Bangkok sightseeing tours

Preparing for a trip or vacation in Thailand usually takes enough time and tourists often do not have the strength to independently draw up a route around Bangkok. Therefore, we advise you to choose in advance good excursions, so that it was possible to kill not even two, but a whole hare quartet with one shot. The popular excursion portal has both group and individual excursions. The first often (but not always) help to save money, the second - to get all the benefits of an individual approach.

The coolest programs on Tripster are copyrighted, and they include not only the classic sights of Thailand and Bangkok, but also unusual places - colorful Bangkok quarters, flea markets, original zoo cafes. All guides are Russian speakers. Usually these are our former compatriots who moved to Thailand for various reasons. You can pre-chat with each guide online, ask questions, adjust the program. When booking a tour you like, a modest prepayment is enough - only 20%, and the rest is paid personally to the guide.

We also strongly recommend using the portal - this is an international service where you can find entrance tickets to all the sights of Bangkok at a significantly lower price than on official websites or when buying at the entrance. A very cool opportunity to save money and not stand in lines!

Bangkok attractions with photos and descriptions

It is no coincidence that the capital of Thailand is considered the tourist mecca of Southeast Asia. An organic interweaving of ancient traditions and modern realities, fascinating sights of Bangkok and comfortable hotel rooms, inexpensive local cuisine, generously seasoned with Thai hospitality - all this makes your stay in the city amazingly unforgettable. And in order for the vacation to be perfect, it is important not only to buy a good ticket, but also to see the main attractions of Bangkok, because, as they say, not by bread alone.

For your convenience, we have collected in one review all the main attractions of Bangkok with photos, names and descriptions. By the way, for tireless and energetic vacationers, we have chosen not only what you can see within the city, but also sights near Bangkok.

Study, form your own ratings of what you want to see and where to go, but it will help - full list sights of Bangkok. Just do not forget about the dress code: all the temples of Bangkok are allowed in clothes that cover the arms, shoulders and legs. In case of inappropriate attire, you can rent a shirt or a long skirt before entering the temple.

Top 50 attractions in Bangkok

1. Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)

The first in the list of the main attractions of Bangkok will definitely be the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. And imagine that you really see the reclining Buddha, waiting for immersion in nirvana. And you will definitely be impressed: the length of the golden statue is 46 meters, the height is 15 meters. True, the Buddha is covered with gold leaf only on the outside, but his feet are decorated with a hundred mother-of-pearl intricate drawings. Around the "main" Buddha is very crowded. Lots of flowers and incense.

There are 4 halls in the temple. And if you think that you will see only a 15-meter Buddha, then you are mistaken. There are 400 more Buddha statues in Wat Pho, but not so grandiose, of course. Wat Pho is the oldest temple in Bangkok. Built in the XII century. It is located in the central part of the city on Rattanakosin Island. The walls of Wat Pho are hung with paintings depicting 7 outstanding disciples of the Buddha. The marble bas-reliefs recreate scenes from the Ramayana (an ancient Indian epic in Sanskrit).

Working mode: daily, from 8 to 18.30. Ticket price: 100 baht.

2. Royal Palace / Grand Palace

The complex of buildings with the unpronounceable name Phrabarommaharadchawang should definitely be included in the list of the main attractions of Bangkok, because those who have not had time to see anything in the city yet will be able to appreciate the whole flavor of traditional Thai architecture in one visit to the Royal Palace.

Since the 18th century, the Grand Palace has been the main residence of Thai kings. It began to be built in 1782 under Rama the First, who decided to move the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok. Over time, the palace acquired neighbors - next to it, new buildings were almost continuously built, the main of which can be considered the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Today the palace complex occupies more than 200 thousand "squares".

Working hours: daily, from 8.30 to 16.30. Entrance ticket price: 500 baht.

In the Royal Palace, the editors of the site were personally and prepared a wonderful review of this place -.

3. Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) / Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun)

The temple, named after the Indian god of dawn Arun, was built in the 17th century. It is located opposite the Royal Palace, so it is simply unrealistic to walk past the monumental building. This temple remains the highest in Thailand, so when you look at its top, it will definitely take your breath away. Covered with porcelain, mirror and glass tiles and decorated with stunning ornaments, the temple looks like a mirage palace. It seems that a person simply could not create such a thing.

After Bangkok acquired the status of the capital, Wat Arun was considered the main residence of the kings. Compositionally, the Khmer-style building consists of several stupas - Buddhist religious structures of a hemispherical shape, which have a symbolic meaning. The main one, Phra Bang Stupa, 79 meters high, “hides” the most valuable religious relics and symbolizes Mount Meru. Other tiers temple complex symbolically remind of the diversity of the worlds.

Wat Arun is not just one of the main attractions of Bangkok. This is an active temple, inside which Buddhist monks hold services and various ceremonies are held, for example, Kathin, when monks are awarded with honorary robes.

Working mode: every day, from 9 to 17. Entrance ticket price: 50 baht.

4. Skyscraper Mahanakhon / King Power Maha Nakhon

Extreme lovers and those whose knees do not tremble when climbing a ladder should pay attention to this landmark of Bangkok. The skyscraper is one of the most tall buildings in the world, and you can appreciate the grandeur of the structure if you climb the observation deck of Mahanakhon or its roof. The height of the building is 314 meters. The jitters are also added by the fact that from the street it seems as if the skyscraper is about to collapse - the feeling is created due to the original find of the architects, who decided to “take out” individual segments of the facade.

It is proposed to get to the observatory on the 74th floor by an ultra-high-speed elevator, and once in place, you can not only enjoy the circular panorama of the city, but also explore the sights of Bangkok on your own using interactive touch screens. On the 78th floor (310 meters from the ground) there is an observation deck, and even higher - 314 meters from the ground - the Peak bar. This is where it’s definitely super nice to take a breath and take such selfies, from which the brain of colleagues and envious relatives will become worthless.

Schedule: tourists "to the heights" are launched from 10 am to 11 pm, although the attraction itself is open until midnight. Viewpoint ticket price: 765 baht, for the roof - 965 baht. Children under 12 years old are not allowed on the rooftop.

5. Muang Boran Ancient City Museum

As soon as they do not call Muang Boran - a city within a city, Ancient Siam, a museum under open sky, and this attraction of Bangkok will appeal to everyone who has already seen many temples and theme parks. Unique park is a reduced copy of Thailand: both in form and in content. It was built with the help of local oligarch Lek Weeriyaphant, who originally wanted a golf course surrounded by architectural miniatures.

More than a hundred copies of the main buildings of the country, mainly palaces and temples, many of which are active, have been collected on the huge square of the ancient city. In one walk around Muang Boran, especially in the company of a good guide, you will be able to get a complete picture of Thai culture. The park is located 33 km from Bangkok towards Pattaya.

Working mode: from 9 to 19 (without days off). Entry costs: 700 baht (price includes Russian audio guide and bicycle). Golf cart rental - 350 baht / for the first hour, 100 baht / for the next.

6. Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is one of the most revered in Thailand and part of the Royal Palace. Located in the historical center of the city. Inside, the main relic is kept - a 66-centimeter statue of the Buddha, carved in the 15th century from a solid green mineral. In front of the temple "sits" a pair of bronze lions, which King Rama the First brought from Cambodia. At the foot of the temple there are gilded figures of garudas (mythical half-human half-birds). The interior of the temple is striking in luxury, and on the royal Pantheon there are statues of 8 kings of the Chakri dynasty (in full growth). There is also a library and a mausoleum.

The temple is open: from 8.30 to 15.00 daily, but if royal ceremonies are held in it, tourists are not allowed inside. Ticket price: 500 baht. This also includes the cost of a ticket to the Royal Palace.

7. Lumpini Park

It is very hot in Bangkok, so do not forget to take water on every excursion. And one of the most popular recreational places, Lumpini Park, will help you to soak up in the shade of greenery. Its area is 57 hectares. Built on royal land at the beginning of the last century by decree of King Rama the Fourth, whose majestic status greets guests at the entrance. The park is very quiet, cool and cozy. There are two lakes with turtles and monitor lizards, a library, many sports grounds and bike paths, playgrounds for children and a unique palm garden where musical evenings are held from February to March. The park is under intense police surveillance. It is forbidden to smoke, litter, drink alcohol and walk four-legged animals in it.

Working hours: Lumpini is open from dawn to dusk - from 4.30 to 21.00. The entrance is free.

8. Erawan Museum

It will not be possible to pass by the Erawan Museum again - on a 15-meter pedestal building, a 250-ton three-headed elephant of Shakra, the ruler of the heavenly kingdom and one of the main gods in Buddhism and Hinduism, “tramples”. The structure of the building imitates the Hindu structure of the universe: the basement of the building - underworld, the building itself is the world of the living, the room inside the elephant is the world of heaven. The museum contains ancient religious artifacts, which were acquired and donated to the public by the above-mentioned Thai millionaire L. Viryapant. Near the museum there is a picturesque park, in which there are a lot of elephants and all kinds of mythical creatures. In general, you won’t leave without great selfies!

Working hours: from 9 am to 7 pm. Ticket price: 400 baht/adult, 200 baht/child. Ticket sales stop half an hour in advance, and from 17.00 they give a 50% discount on entry. The audio guide in Russian is free, but a deposit of 1000 baht is required.

9. Chatuchak Market

The Thais assure everyone that Chatuchak is the biggest market in the world. We won’t argue, but rather we’ll see how we can profit from it. Walking through 27 rows-sections and studying the range of more than one and a half thousand kiosks and stalls, it is easy to make sure that EVERYTHING is here. From fake clothes of world brands to national chubby thai, which are worn by both men and women; from religious attributes to souvenirs; from ceramic and glassware to wood and metal furniture; from exotic pets to antiques. And, of course, a huge number of products. At the entrance, you can take a free bouquet to explore this Bangkok landmark on the market map. Every weekend Chatuchak is visited by more than 200 thousand people, and about a third are tourists.

Official opening hours: daily, from 7 am to 6 pm, but some merchants open at 6 and do not close until the morning.

10. Jim Thompson House Museum

Do you want to visit an original corner of the jungle, where old Thai buildings are lost? Then you are in the house-museum of J. Thompson, an American architect and businessman. He built the museum in 1959 and brought together a famous collection of ancient Buddhist statues, porcelain and national paintings painted on fabric, wood and paper. Thompson has acquired art from many parts of Southeast Asia and his collection is truly impressive. As conceived by the architect Thompson, his house-museum consists of six separate buildings in the traditional Thai style. Thompson also became famous as the curator of the traditional production of Thai silk, so the museum also has a weaving house, as well as a souvenir shop where you can buy high-quality silk clothes.

Opening hours: The museum is open daily from 9 am to 6 pm. Entry price: The entrance ticket costs 200 baht.

11. ancient capital Ayutthaya / Ancient City Ayutthaya

The ex-capital of ancient Siam (Thailand) is located 70 km from Bangkok, and in a small provincial town you can see ancient, albeit ruined to some extent, temples. Something is preserved better, something - just look, crumble to the ground. Be sure to visit Wat Mahathat and look at the head of the Buddha grown into a tree or visit the not very popular, but original Wat Thamikarat temple, where the rooster is a cult animal. You have never seen so many roosters!

12. King Rama IX Park

It is not difficult to find this landmark of Bangkok on the map, because the park is the largest in the city. It was broken in 1987 in honor of the 60th birthday of King Rama the Ninth. On an area of ​​80 hectares, you will find Chinese, Japanese, French and God knows what kind of garden. There are many luxurious palm trees, outlandish plants and monitor lizards.

13. The Golden Mount (Wat Saket)

Buddhist Temple Golden Mountain is located in the eastern part of the old city. In the 18th century, it was used as a crematorium, and according to legend, the ashes of more than 60,000 poor people were buried on the temple grounds. Before the construction of skyscrapers in Bangkok, this temple was the tallest building.

14. Khao San Road

Backpackers and party-goers flock to the city's most popular street from all over the world. This is where the cheapest housing is available. Lots of beggars and drag queens. And through every step - a bar. In general, after a walk along Khao San Road, believe me, there will be something to remember.

15. MBK Shopping Center / MBK Center (Ma Boon Khrong Center)

If you are a fan of shopping, you will definitely want to visit the largest mall in Bangkok. Do not try to get around it in a day - there will not be enough time and effort. Eight floors, 2 thousand shops and boutiques, goods for every taste - oh, goodbye, babosiki!

16. Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

If you want to see the largest Buddha statue made of pure gold, then you should visit Van Traimit Temple. The seated Buddha weighs 5.5 tons. It was supposedly cast in the 13th century, the height without a pedestal is about 3 meters. Initially, the golden figure was hidden under a thick layer of plaster, and only when the plaster fragment accidentally broke off, the Thais realized that they had a true treasure.

17. Shopping Center Siam Paragon / Siam Paragon

This shopping center was opened in 2005 as the only world-class shopping mall. It has many shops, restaurants and a multi-complex of 15 huge cinemas. In general, you can get lost in the expanses of Siam Paragon for several days, or even weeks.

18. Benjakitti Park

Gardens and alleys of amazing beauty are laid out on 20 hectares of the park, but the main attraction is big lake. There are several zones in the park: secluded corners for lovers, imitation of a forest forest, quiet alleys for walking or cycling. The park is very calm and clean, as the order is closely monitored. The park opens at 5 am, and closer to 8 pm all visitors are tactfully asked to leave.

19. Chao Phraya River

The length of the longest river in Thailand is 372 km, and it flows through many cities, including Bangkok. Therefore, a boat trip on a ferry or boat will help you see all the sights of Bangkok and its environs.

About what types of boat trips there are in Chao Phraya and where to book one of them the cheapest, we tell in our review -.

20. Museum of Siam / Museum of Siam

The museum was opened in 2007, and unlike the National Museum, which is dedicated to history and ancient artifacts, the Museum of Siam has collected cultural heritage as well as modern masterpieces. The Museum is located in the former building of the Ministry of Commerce, south of the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.

21. Siam Ocean World / SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World

Over 30,000 sea creatures, from tiny corals to tiger sharks, comfortably live in an area the size of a football stadium. When visiting the aquarium, it seems that you are wandering through the depths of the sea - everything is so realistic. It is best to visit the aquarium in the first half: firstly, to catch the feeding of pets, and secondly, to hide from the midday heat.

We personally examined each of the 30 thousand aquarium inhabitants and painted our impressions of what we saw in a large review -.

22. Market on railway Mae Klong Railway Market

The Maeklong Market would probably remain normal great place for trade in all kinds of food, if not for one "but": the trays of merchants are located directly on the existing railway. When a train approaches, everyone immediately releases the rails. In addition to fresh vegetables, fruits and local spices, Maeklong has a lot of fish and seafood - fresh, salted, dried, smoked. Any!

23. Madame Tussauds Bangkok

Wax museums of Madame Tussauds are scattered around the world. There is also a branch in Bangkok. Usually the museum is popular with children, as well as fans who don't mind taking a selfie next to Tom Cruise, Barack Obama or Madonna. The Bangkok Museum has many virtual playgrounds, such as a soccer field for goal-scoring practice. There are also realistically recreated interiors, such as the office of the American president in the White House.

24. Skyscraper Baiyoke Sky / Baiyoke Sky Tower

The tower of 85 tiers was built in 1997. In addition to many restaurants with varied cuisine, tourists are invited to visit two observation decks (one is rotating). You can have a delicious lunch and admire the impressive panorama of the Thai capital.

And here our editorial foot stepped, so you can read detailed review about this famous skyscraper in our article -.

25. Chinatown

To the southeast of the Royal Palace is Chinatown, founded under King Rama the First. Until the 80s of the 18th century, the quarter was inhabited by runaway peasants who left their homeland for various reasons. Initially, the quarter was full of beggars, prostitutes and other marginalized individuals, but in the 20th century, with a new development plan, everything changed dramatically. Now in Chinatown, not only the national flavor has been preserved, but also luxurious hotels and skyscrapers have been built.

You can find our short note with impressions of Chinatown in the article -.

26. Amusement Park Siam Park City / Siam Park City

The oldest and largest amusement park is ideal for visiting with children. There is also a water park with all kinds of water entertainment that save you from the Bangkok hell. There are also many attractions a la "roller coaster". True, one often gets the feeling that since the construction in 1975, the park has not been repaired or updated.

Have we been to this park? — Yes, of course there were! Read our big review of the oldest amusement park in Bangkok -.

27. Amusement park Dream World / Dream World

Dream World is a more modern amusement park. Although there are traditional horror rooms here, there are also unusual locations, for example, a snowy town. In Bangkok, for obvious reasons, it is difficult to find a place where you can slide down an icy mountain on a “cheesecake”. The park also has a very beautiful lake, a small bazaar and clothing stores, as well as a cinema with 4D films.

28. Museum of Contemporary Art / Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)

The Museum of Modern Art was opened in 2012. The basis of the exposition was the private collection of the local billionaire B. Bencharongkul from 400 paintings by contemporary artists. 90% of the works are submitted by Thai authors. There are works of a world legend - Thai artist, sculptor and architect Tavan Duchani.

29. Iconsiam Shopping Center

The newest shopping mall was opened in 2018, and it immediately became a cult. All wealthy Thais strive to visit it on the weekends, and shopaholic tourists definitely try to find time and visit the “mother of all shopping centers”. In addition to endless shops, there are also entertainment areas with multimedia and water shows, as well as galleries with artistic and architectural masterpieces by local authors.

30. Art in Paradise Bangkok 3D Gallery

An unusual attraction for tourists "Art in Paradise" is located on the 4th floor of the Esplanade shopping center. The exhibition consists of interactive paintings and installations, which anyone can become a part of. For example, you can take a great picture of your husband trying to stand on a virtual surfboard or make a friend experience wild horror on the edge of the abyss. In general, if the rain caught you near the Esplanade, go inside: stay dry, and even have fun from the heart.

31. Vimanmek Palace

The House of the Celestials (as translated from Thai Vimanmek) is the largest teak wooden building in Thailand. It is located next to the Dusit Palace, near the zoo. This Royal Palace is distinguished by the fact that not only Thai motifs can be traced in its architecture, but also the European neoclassicism of the Victorian era.

32. Ananta Samakhom Mansion / Throne Hall Ananta Samakhom

Throne room, mansion, palace - this is how Ananta Samakhon is called, the architecture of which is designed in the spirit of Renaissance neoclassicism. It seems that you are not in Asia, but somewhere in Europe - Krakow or Dresden. Despite the “appearance of a European”, the Mansion retained an Asian soul – although all the murals were made by Italian masters, they depict scenes from the life of Buddha and Thai kings. Today, the Palace is used for the most important ceremonies - coronation, celebration of the birthday of the king, etc.

33. Temple of Wat Ratchanadda / Wat Ratchanatdaram

The most significant and eye-catching building of the Wat Ratchanadda temple complex is Loha Prasat. This unique 4-storey metal chedi temple is crowned with 37 spiers, symbolizing the number of virtues, bestowing true enlightenment.

34. Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabophit) / Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabophit)

This Buddhist temple is located in the northern part of the city. The building is a true architectural masterpiece: absolute proportions, stained-glass windows, marble columns - all this is impressive. The temple is one of the main places of worship for the Buddha.

35. National Museum of Bangkok

Opened in 1874, the museum houses the largest collection of relics of Thai history since the Neolithic, as well as religious, artistic and handicraft curiosities in Southeast Asia. Three galleries are constantly working: historical, archaeological and arts and crafts.

36. Museum of Royal Barges / National Museum of Royal Barges

The museum is located between the Siriraj Hospital and the Phra Pin Klao Bridge. In it you can see 8 royal barges that leave the museum walls during significant state holidays. Near the museum there is a boat station where you can rent a traditional Thai vehicle and travel for a long time along the canals of Bangkok.

37. Phaya Thai Palace

The palace is located near the city center, but for some reason tourists rarely look into it. The Thais themselves appreciate this place very much, because the expositions of the Palace are a tribute to the beloved King Rama the Ninth. The palace was built in 1909, but after 11 years it was no longer used as a royal residence. Over the years, Phaya Thai has been a hotel, a radio station, a military hospital, and a hospital.

38. Skyscraper State Tower / State Tower

The construction of the State Tower was completed in 2011. It is the third tallest skyscraper in Thailand. The upper floors house luxurious restaurants and bars with panoramic views. On the roof there is a rotating observation deck.

39. Shopping center Central World Plaza / Central World Plaza

If you've never been a shopaholic in Dubai, Bangkok's mall more than makes up for it. This is the largest shopping mall, which is called the World. First retail space started operating in 1990, and then the shopping center was constantly completed and expanded. There are department stores Zen and Isetan, as well as duty-free King Power. On the 7th and 8th floors there is a 4D cinema, a huge Ice Palace and a lot of Thai restaurants.

40. Safari World Theme Park

The territory of 70 hectares of Safari World is divided into two parts: in one, the animals “graze” in natural conditions, in the other, they comfortably languish in enclosures. Herbivorous giraffes and zebras, slightly inhibited camels and rhinos, graceful predators (lions, tigers, leopards and others), a lot of all sorts of birds. Separately presented marine inhabitants. One of the most spectacular daily events is feeding. It takes your breath away when a special pickup truck with a large cage where the worker sits is surrounded by huge sleek tigers. And in their formidable roar one hears: “Me-me-yaso!”

41. Dusit Zoo

Located in the city center, Dusit Zoo is considered the largest and best zoo in Southeast Asia. It was opened back in 1938, and since then it has been a favorite vacation spot for Thais and tourists who are tired of endless Buddha statues and Bangkok palaces. The animals are well-groomed, well-fed and seem to be happy, so there will be no unpleasant impressions from visiting the zoo.

42. Saranrom Park

In Saranrom Park, near the Royal Palace, they usually go to look at monitor lizards. If you stomp and talk loudly, huge lizards will scatter. There are also squirrels there - cute animals are very similar to toy ones. There are many cozy benches in the park, and fruits and water are sold at the entrance. So in the shady greenery you can have a great picnic. And in the park, some ancient gazebos with glass roofs and small houses imitating the traditional dwellings of the Thais have been preserved.

43. Pak Khlong Talat Flower Market

In Bangkok, in addition to China, there is also an Indian quarter, and in it there is a flower market. Its visit promises a lot of positive emotions, and you can leave the market not only with armfuls of fragrant and stunningly beautiful flowers, but also with fresh fruits and vegetables, including stocking up for Thai tom yum soup with lemongrass and galangal.

44. Amphawa Floating Market

Amphawa floating market is located 50 km from Bangkok. The journey by shuttle minivan takes no more than 3 hours. The market is open only on Fridays and weekends. In addition to delicious and fresh products (they cost, by the way, cheaper than in Bangkok itself), here you can buy nice handmade souvenirs. Almost no sales are made directly from boats, but floating shops can still be found. And after shopping, you should go on a river cruise.

45. Asiatic Shopping Center / ASIATIQUE The Riverfront

This shopping and entertainment complex is not so popular, but it is very colorful. Located in the southern part of the city, on the site of the former port and warehouses. It is not clear why Asian is called the night market. It only works until midnight. But after shopping, you will be able to admire the sunset from the embankment or the observation wheel.

46. ​​Temple of penises (fertility) / Chao Mae Tuptim Shrine

The temple is dedicated to the goddess of fertility, so all visitors are surrounded by a huge number of statues of penises - all kinds of calibers 😉 Crowds of tourists are not brought here, so the Temple is quiet and calm. It is believed that if you tie a colored ribbon on one of the penises and ask the gods, then the long-awaited birth of a baby is guaranteed.

47. Democracy Monument

The monument in the city center was erected 7 years after the revolution that took place in 1932 in the Kingdom of Siam. Four 24-meter wings symbolize the country's democratic freedoms, and the number of wings also reminds of the country's military power - the fleet, air force, army and police. In the center is a monument with the text of the constitution.

48. Mahakan Fort

Built at the end of the 18th century under Rama the First, the fort was part of the fortifications of the city, protecting against Burmese attacks. To be honest, Makahan is one of several forts connected by fortress walls that were built on artificial canals. It is located in the historical center of the city, next to the Temple of the Golden Mount.

49. Benjasiri Park

The main attraction of the Royal Park is the dancing fountain, which is turned on three times - at 6 am, at noon and at 6 pm. The park is small (47 thousand "squares"), but it has various areas for basketball, swimming, rollerblading, skateboarding, tennis, tacro, volleyball. And it's very comfortable!

50. Queen Sirikit National Convention Center

The Textile Museum will delight you with a rich exposition about the history of the national textile industry, a demonstration of personal royal outfits, and magnificent silk in a souvenir shop, which is simply a sin not to take home. The exhibition center is located next to the Grand Royal Palace.

Tourist map of Central Bangkok

Bangkok map

The Bangkok map will be your travel companion in one of the most dynamic cities in Southeast Asia.

Metropolitan Bangkok is the largest city in Thailand with a population of over 6 million people. The city is located on the island of Indochina, it is located in the delta of the Chao Phraya River, which flows into the Gulf of Thailand.

The map of Bangkok represents the city, the entire territory of which is penetrated by water channels.

The historical center of Bangkok is located on the isolated island of Rattanakosin, whose name is translated from Thai as "The Highest Jewel". Here is the royal palace complex, ministries, the main Buddhist monasteries.

A detailed map of Bangkok with attractions will help you plan a route for exploring the numerous monuments of the Thai capital.

Temples, of which there are about 400 in the capital, palaces, floating markets, tropical gardens - with a map you will not pass by the main attractions of Bangkok.

A map of Bangkok attractions is included in the location section.