Things to do in Bangkok, Thailand: The Best Sights & Landmarks

October 16, 2021 Stefan Strunk

Golden palaces, floating markets, majestic porcelain-laid spires…you've never seen a capital city quite like Bangkok. Visit Pratunam or Siam Square for premium shopping, then unwind in the European-style gardens of Dusit. Thon Buri is home to the awesome Wat Arun temple, and over in Phra Nakhon, you’ll find the Wat Pho temple of the Reclining Buddha. Savor mango sticky rice at a food stall before taking in the gilded splendor of the Grand Palace.
Restaurants in Bangkok

1. Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple)

69 Nakornpathom Rd Dusit, Bangkok 10300 Thailand +66 2 281 2501 https://www.facebook.com/watbencha
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,403 reviews

Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple)

Often referred to as the “marble temple” in guidebooks, this architectural gem features a magnificent Buddha image, which is a copy of the highly revered Phra Buddhajinaraja, and a beautiful beamed ceiling in a dark red and gold.

Reviewed By CKF

This is one of Bangkok's most famous temples, and is pictured on the 5 baht coin. The entrance fee is 50 baht (about $1.75). We arrived around noon on a Sunday, and were lucky to have the interior of the temple almost to ourselves. The carrara marble floor from Italy is just gorgeous, as our the stained glass windows. But the pièce de résistance for us was the collection of buddhas around the perimeter of the courtyard. There are 53 buddhas in all of the "attitudes" (positions), such as teaching, calming the seas, meditation, etc. They are from different eras and countries, so you can get a feel for the styles of buddha statues coming from various Buddhist regions. These were really fascinating. Don't miss the courtyard, and allow yourself enough time (1 hour is plenty). Enjoy!

2. Vimanmek Mansion

5/1 Ratchawithi Rd Khwaeng Dusit, Khet Dusit, Bangkok 10300 Thailand
Excellent
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4.0 based on 552 reviews

Vimanmek Mansion

Closed for renovation Built by King Rama V, this palace is the largest teak structure in the world featuring a unique blend of Victorian and delicate Thai architecture.

3. Wat Devaraj Kuchorn Woraviharn

Soi Sri Ayudhaya 21,Sri Ayudhaya Road,Wachira Phayaban,Dusit, Bangkok 10310 Thailand +66 2 281 2430 http://www.watdevaraj.org
Excellent
38%
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Wat Devaraj Kuchorn Woraviharn

Tempel

Reviewed By AmaAriane - Ottawa, Canada

This is a quiet place not overrun with visitors. A great place to visit while in the area and accessible by ferry close by.

4. Chitralada Palace

Rama V road, Bangkok Thailand
Excellent
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3.5 based on 14 reviews

Chitralada Palace

5. Chang Ton (Royal Elephant) National Museum

Dusit Palace, U Thong Nai Road, Bangkok 10300 Thailand +66 2 282 3336 http://www.nationalmuseums.finearts.go.th/thaimuseum_eng/changton/main.html
Excellent
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3.5 based on 9 reviews

Chang Ton (Royal Elephant) National Museum

6. King Rama V Monument

Soi U Thong Nai Royal Plaza, Bangkok 10300 Thailand
Excellent
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3.5 based on 22 reviews

King Rama V Monument

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