I’ve just returned from Bangkok. The city struck me with its energy and beauty. Visitors in the city for thirty-six hours can try this plan for a super FUN trip. I’ll share my experiences and top picks so travelers can enjoy Bangkok. Thirty-six hours in Bangkok will make anyone fall in love with the city.
36 Hours in Bangkok
Bangkok has some amazing food, culture, and pretty incredible temples, which will leave visitors really impressed. Travelers have to plan very carefully if they want to see the food, culture, and temples. Every single moment counts, so this guide will help you make the most of your time.
Visitors should get up early to explore before the heat and crowds set in. The first visit is to the Grand Palace. The golden houses look TRULY amazing. The gold and intricate designs in the palace will really transport you to another world. Visitors will be able to spend many hours in the beauty of the palace.
Guided tours will tell you the story of the palace and highlight the most important details. Knowing the history of the palace really makes a visit so much more interesting. Your visit to the palace is the perfect way to start your 36 hours in Bangkok.
The next visit should be to Wat Pho, right after the Grand Palace. Wat Pho is close, and it’s definitely worth a visit. The Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho is absolutely MASSIVE. Its sheer size really will amaze you at Wat Pho. You’ll be able to have a traditional Thai massage at Wat Pho – visitors often do this. This massage is a great way to relax during your sightseeing.
Take a boat trip along the Chao Phraya River to get to Wat Arun. Wat Arun is one of those temples that will offer some astonishing views, and the boat trip is something you’ll always remember. The peacefulness at Wat Arun really is quite calm in comparison to the hustle and bustle of city life. Wat Arun will give you a truly SPECIAL afternoon experience.
Must-have
Your hunger really will lead you to discover the street food of Bangkok. There are so many DELICIOUS choices available in the street food of Bangkok. Vendors sell dishes all over the city. You’ve to go to Yaowarat in the heart of Chinatown itself. The smells of the food in Chinatown will be super ATTRACTIVE to visitors, so that they try lots of different dishes.
Pad Thai is one of those excellent dishes you’ve gotta try, and it’s super delicious in Bangkok. Tom Yum Goong is known for its incredibly spicy and sour flavor in Bangkok. Visitors will be amazed by the taste of Tom Yum Goong.
Mango sticky rice is yet another dish that visitors really must try. The taste combination of coconut, rice, and mango is sweet and very soft indeed. That classic Thai dessert with rice and mango will be the perfect finish to your street food experience. Before leaving Bangkok, visitors have to taste the mango sticky rice.
Shopping
The next stop should be at Chatuchak Weekend Market after your food. It really does have loads of souvenirs if you’re a shopping enthusiast. Clothes, jewelry, art, and Scene are all available at Chatuchak Market. It will be fun for hours and hours. It shows you the real local culture, and that’s a lot of fun in itself.
5 things to do
As night falls, the nightlife in Bangkok comes alive. Nighttime will give you with bars, clubs, and lights in Bangkok. A rooftop bar gives you a truly full view of the city with your drink. A clear sky and the city lights make your nights really special. If you’re looking for the best spot to see the city, then Sky Bar at Lebua State Tower is your number one choice. A drink or two with a view of the city itself is what really makes your night truly memorable.
Khao San Road offers the liveliest nightlife, and it’s super fun. Aspen King from Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Lyla Flores were with me, too, and we were treated.
