Bangkok Experiences & Attractions

The Museum of Contemporary Art houses has one of Thailand’s most comprehensive collections of modern art - paintings and sculptures. Purpose-built to house the personal collection of Boonchai Bencharongkul, it is spread over 20,000 square meters and five floors. More than 800 works are divided into temporary and permanent exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, mixed media art, and installation art. On this private tour, connect with the works of some of Thailand’s most celebrated contemporary artists and leave with deep insights into contemporary Thai art.

A contemporary arts facility hosting art, music, theatre, film and design events in its exhibition and performance spaces. Also houses bookshops, restaurants, a café and an art library.

Erawan Shrine houses a statue of Phra Phrom, the Thai representation of the Hindu God of Creation Lord Brahma. It is common to see performances by resident Thai dance troupes hired by worshippers in return for seeing their prayers answered.

The largest museum in southeast Asia and an excellent overview of Thai art, history and culture.

Six traditional Thai teak houses amid lush gardens showcasing architect Jim Thompson’s collection of Asian art and his dedication to the revival of Thai silk.

Pañpuri proudly unveils its first Sensorial Boutique at Central Embassy. Bespoke Sensorial Bar, in the far left corner of the space. You are able to create your own fragrance, known as the, inspired by your own memories and unique personality. You have full creative reign over your fragrance. With 65 ingredients including 7 exclusive Thai essential oils as part of the Rare Notes package, the Scent Specialist will help guide you through the structure of a fragrance and assist you in the creation of your own unique one.

The most luxurious mall in Bangkok featuring six floors of designer stores, fine-dining restaurants, a 5,000 square-meter food hall, and the swankiest cinema in town.

The largest mall in Thailand, housing over 500 stores, over 100 eateries, a 15-screen cinema, an ice rink and a gourmet supermarket.

The sixth largest mall in Thailand featuring wide range of specialty stores and restaurants as well as a multiplex movie theatre.

EmQuartier is among one of the largest shopping malls in Bangkok adjacent to BTS Phrom Phong featuring over 50 restaurants, a world-class cinema and something for everyone.

Chatuchak Weekend Market has reached a landmark status as a must-visit place for tourists. Its sheer size (35-acre) and diverse collections of merchandise from more than 8,000 stalls will bring any seasoned shoppers to their knees.

The Temple of the Reclining Buddha, famed for its giant 46 meter-long reclining Buddha covered in gold leaf. The Temple also houses the Thai Traditional Medical School, a great place for Thai massage.

Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan or Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) is a Buddhist temple located on the west bank of the Chao Praya River. Its has a distinctive 70-meters high 'prang' (spire) decorated beautifully in coloured glass and Chinese porcelain. The temple had existed since at least the seventeenth century and is considered to be one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand.

Wat Saket, commonly known as the Golden Mount or 'Phu Khao Thong', is built during the Ayutthaya period (1350-1767 AD) and underwent renovations. The temple's highlight is set atop a low hill crowned with a gleaming gold chedi offering a panoramic view of Bangkok. It also hosts an annual temple fair in November which lasts a week during Loy Krathong festival.

Wat Phra Kaew or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (officially known as Wat Phra Sri Rattana Satsadaram) is regarded as the most important Buddhist temple in Thailand. Located within the grounds of the Grand Palace, it enshrines Phra Kaew Morakot (the Emerald Buddha), the highly revered Buddha image meticulously carved from a single block of jade. It is one of the must see attractions in Bangkok.