When you find yourself in Thailand, spend at least 3 days in Bangkok
Named the City of Angels, and holding the world record for the city with the
longest name, you will be amused by the sites you can explore. Boasting of historic temples, endless
roadside markets, street-side restaurants, and exquisite nightlife, you will have so much to do. Whether
you visit Bangkok for a religious getaway, shopping or purely for fun, your three-day tour will be fantastic.
You will get a good grasp of the city’s main sites. Below are the places to visit and things to do in your 3
days in Bangkok.
The Grand Palace and Royal Temple of the Emerald Buddha
If you visit Bangkok, be sure not to miss the Grand Palace. As an outstanding architectural masterpiece, you will be amazed by
its mind-blowing construction. As you roam around the palace, you will experience a breathtaking
experience that will be eye-opening. For your spiritual getaway, visit the royal temple of the Emerald
Buddha. You might get time to meditate in this most sacred Buddha temple.
As this site is a sacred place, be sure to dress appropriately. Temple of the Reclining Buddha For a sight of the largest reclining
Buddha, this temple is a must visit. This temple is the home to Thailands largest Buddha image
collection. You will be amazed by this statue and the details in the images. On this site courtyard, you
will find Chinese statutes once used as ballast ships.
Decorated pottery flowers and colorful tiles will also amaze you. Be sure to check them out. Temple of the Dawn. If you have never ridden on a Tuk-tuk, this will be your chance. To get to this site, you can ride a Tuk-tuk or take a boat. Wat Arun or Temple of
Dawn is an amazing temple. It is full of ancient history, culture, and architecture. In this site, you can climb
the stairs leading to the top of the temple or stroll around. Don’t miss an opportunity to see its top.
Shopping at Siam Square
To have a different perspective of Bangkok, visit the Siam square. It is located
in the city center and as a massive shopping malls collection, you will buy anything here. These malls will
offer you the most luxurious brands in terms of attires and accessories.
Chatuchak market
Sited on a small space, this market boasts of over 9000 shops. This will be the ideal place for your souvenir
shopping. It is packed with cheap and stylish clothing, jewelry, antique furniture, and other souvenir items.
You will not lack your choice here.
Lumpini Park
This will especially blend you with nature. You will also
get some sunshine and fresh air. Lumpini Park offers you some quiet time and a break from Bangkok
hassle. You can spot monitor lizards as you take a rest on the park benches. A stroll on the lakeshore will
help you relax as you prepare for more explorations. Eat at Sukhumvit Soi 11. For a quick meal, lunch or
dinner, you will find the right restaurant here.
A number of good restaurants and bar are available at
Sukhumvit Soi 11. Reasonably priced, your quest for Thai food will be fulfilled. These restaurants offer
outdoor sitting areas thus a good people-watching area. Night market along the Sukhumvit road will be an
ideal place to finish your shopping.
Sky bar
Although you will find this to be devoid of Thailands culture, it
will not disappoint. To cap your day’s explorations, you can visit this open-air bar. Getting hold of your
favorite drink at 820 feet above Bangkok will get you enjoying the view. This view will be memorable in
your 3 days in Bangkok tour. Visiting these places and engaging in the various activities will leave you
wanting to visit Thailand again. With the above guide, you get the most from your short time in Bangkok.