🇹🇭 Bangkok Itinerary: 3 Days for First-Timers

Day 1: Grand Temples & Historic Bangkok 🛕 Morning • Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) – Bangkok’s #1 attraction. Go early (opens 8:30 AM) to avoid heat and crowds. • Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) – Just a short walk from the Grand Palace. Don’t miss the traditional Thai massage here! 🚤 Midday • Take a quick boat ride across the river to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) – Beautiful white temple with mosaic details. 🍜 Lunch • Eat nearby at The Sixth or Tha Tian Market (cheap and local). 🌇 Evening • Explore Khao San Road – bustling with backpackers, bars, food stalls, and massage shops. Try mango sticky rice or pad Thai from a cart! Day 2: Culture + Shopping + City Vibes 🎨 Morning • Visit Jim Thompson House – Traditional teak home + Thai silk history. • Optional: Erawan Shrine or Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC). 🛍️ Afternoon • Go shopping at MBK, Siam Paragon, or CentralWorld – all connected by skywalks. • Or explore Chatuchak Market (weekends only!) – one of the biggest open-air markets in the world. 🍣 Dinner • Try a rooftop dinner at Above Riva, Vertigo, or Octave Rooftop Bar. Day 3: Markets, Relaxation & Hidden Gems ☀️ Morning • Visit a floating market like Taling Chan (less touristy and close to city) or go early to Damnoen Saduak or Amphawa (further away – might require a tour). 💆 Afternoon • Treat yourself to a spa/massage – try Let’s Relax, Perception Blind Massage, or a hotel spa. 🌅 Evening • Stroll through Asiatique the Riverfront – night market meets mall with riverside dining, Ferris wheel, and souvenirs. 🏨 Accommodation Suggestions • Budget: Here Hostel, Lub d Siam • Mid-range: Riva Surya, Naga Residence, The Quarter Ari • Luxury: The Siam, Banyan Tree, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok 📌 Tips •Use Grab app (like Uber) or BTS Skytrain/MRT to avoid traffic •Wear modest clothes for temples (shoulders & knees covered) •Carry some cash – markets and food stalls often don’t accept cards •Stay hydrated – Bangkok is hot year-round •Most temples and markets close around 5–6 PM #bangkok #thailand ##asia #travel #historicallandmarks