Enjoying Summer Holiday in Bangkok: Where to Go


Bangkok is a prime city in Thailand—wealthy in culture yet very contemporary and civilized. Tourists love the city because of the appealing night-lights as well as the landmarks that shout history. For a traveler looking to enjoy an urban landscape rich with culture, Bangkok should be the top selection for a getaway.

But what can you do in a concrete jungle like Bangkok? Check out the following endeavors you can do in Bangkok.

-Go to the city’s museums. If you are a lover of arts and history, then you shouldn’t skip visiting any of the museums in Bangkok. You will see a unique of Asian antique art inside their museums.

-Gratify your visual senses with the temples and palaces in the city. Most palaces are open to tourists except for some that the royal family still uses.

-Book yourself a bicycle tour! You can ride through Bangkok’s countryside and enjoy the rice paddies, lotus fields and orchid farms.

-Check out the Thewet Flower Market. You might even want to drop by the ferry terminal near the market too.

-Shop til you drop! Don’t visit Thailand, or Bangkok in particular, without going shopping. At Siam Square, it is not possible to leave without purchasing clothes or accessories. You can purchase almost any piece of clothing, shoes and accessories at a very low price. Going around to shop will surely take up most of your time during your holiday in Bangkok.

-Get pleasure from a real Thai Massage. Five star hotels include traditional Thai massage on their list of services but expect it to be pricey. Small massage shops on the street offers cheaper rates, however, watch out for those that are just a front for “hanky panky” shops!