A complex of buildings in the heart of Bangkok. It has been the official residence of kings of Siam since 1782.

One of Bangkok's oldest temples and known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The Buddha is 150 feet long and is one of the largest Buddha statues in Thailand. The temple is considered the first public university of Thailand and a school for traditional medicine and massage was established there in 1955.

Wat Arun is known as the 'Temple of Dawn'- derived from a Hindu God. It is located on the West Bank of the Chao Phraya River and is famous for its beautiful pearly iridescence.

A Buddhist temple constructed in 1846, popularly known as Loha Prasat, meaning the iron palace. The 37 spires of the temple have a metallic finish giving the entire structure a metal like look.

A landmark monument constructed in 1784 by King Rama I. It was formerly used in the old Brahmin ceremony. Groups of men would swing themselves as high as they could in hopes of reaching a bag of gold coins. The swinging ended in 1935 because it was too dangerous.

A flower market in Bangkok that sells flowers, fruits and vegetables. It is located on Chao Phet Road and is open 24 hours, but busiest before dawn. Many local florists visit the market early in the morning to stock their shops. The urban poor make a living stringing and selling flower garlands made from jasmine and marigold blossoms. The garlands are used in many ceremonies and celebrations and are believed to bring good fortune and wealth.

Talat Noi is a historic Bangkok riverside neighborhood. Quaint, though elegantly aging, shophouses line the narrow winding streets. Scrap metal machine shops crammed with vehicle engine parts from ground to ceiling, and local people’s homes fill the weaving alleyways. Chinese shrines dotted throughout still draw worshipers. Cool cafes and repurposed warehouses give new life to the area. Talat Noi means ‘little market’ and is best explored on foot.

The walking tour begins on Duang Tawan Alley near the Citizen Tea Canteen.

This Volkswagon Beetle was abandoned and never claimed. The VW Beetle is called “Rod Tao” in Thai, which translates to “turtle car.” It is completely rusted but has become one of the iconic landmarks of the neighborhood. You can even find it on google maps.

A 19th-century Chinese courtyard house. It was built by Phra Aphaiwanit, a Hokkien Chinese bird’s nest tax farmer. The house has continuously been inhabited by his descendants. It is one of the last remaining traditional Chinese houses in Bangkok and claims to be the oldest private residence in the city. Today, it operates as a diving school, a pool having been built in the courtyard in 2004.

Rong Kueak Shrine, sometimes called ‘Horseshoe Shrine,’ was built during the reign of King Rama V. This small but significant Chinese shrine is dedicated to Han Sao Zu, the first emperor of China’s Han Dynasty. The shrine’s nickname comes from the area’s history as a hub for blacksmiths who specialized in making horseshoes. Riders would bring their horses here to be fitted with new shoes, turning the alley into a bustling meeting point for traders and craftsmen.

Behind the counter at one of Bangkok’s hip coffee shops, a 70-year old barista “Auntie Pim” hand drips the coffee herself. From her passion for coffee and discovering ways to spend her life aging well, the first Mother Roaster coffee shop opened in 2020.

An alleyway lined with paintings from local artists and graffiti art.

The history of the church dates back to 1769, when a group of Portuguese Catholics resettled in the area after the fall of Ayutthaya. The Holy Rosary Church, also known as Kalawar Church, was built between 1891-1897.

A beautiful wall carving by renowned Portuguese artist, Alexandre Farto, also known as Vhils. Part of his ‘Scratching the Surface’ project in 2017, the mural features a bas-relief carving technique on the wall of the Portuguese Embassy, showcasing local faces of the old community and Portuguese patterns, portraying the centuries-long Thai-Portuguese relationship. The piece took 5 days to complete.

An abandoned block of World War II warehouses, now home to art galleries, shops and cafes. Be sure to visit Horse Unit & Woot Woot, located in the same space.

The first public park in Bangkok, a green oasis with a large lake in the center. Bangkok's first public library and dance hall are located in the park. Also look for King Rama VI monument and the Lumpini clock tower.

A museum in the former home of Jim Thompson, an American businessman and designer. He is famous for establishing the Thai Silk Company in 1948. In 1958, he began what was to be the pinnacle of his architectural achievement, a new home in Bangkok to showcase his art collection. The home is open to visitors.

A large shopping mall known for the longest escalators in Thailand

Different countries are represented on each of the 9 floors

Benjakitti Park has become a popular destination for outdoor recreation in Bangkok since it opened in 1992. The year Queen Sirikit turned 60, she named the the park “Bejakitti” meaning 5 cycles. The landmark symbol of the park is the sculpture “Pathumchart” (lotus) near the pond. In 2006, the park expanded to include Benjakitti Forest Park with walkways and wetlands.