48 Hours in Bangkok : Temples, Toast & Tuk-Tuks (Itinerary)

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### 🗓️ Itinerary
**Day 1: Central Bangkok Exploration**

1. **Siam Area** (Linked by BTS Siam Station):
- Siam Paragon → Siam Central (Siam Center) → Siam Square
- *Lunch at Siam Square street food*

2. **CentralWorld & Big C** (5-min walk from Siam):
- Shopping at CentralWorld → Big C Supercenter (budget souvenirs)

3. **Erawan Shrine (Thao Maha Brahma)** (Near CentralWorld):
- Quick visit (free, opens 6am-10pm)

4. **Nueng Nom Nua** (Banthat Thong Rd):
- Iconic milk toast & photo spot (opens 9am)

5. **Soi Chulalongkorn 5 Night Market**:
- Evening street food near Chulalongkorn Uni (starts ~5pm)

6. **Chinatown (Yaowarat)** (Take MRT to Hua Lamphong):
- Dinner at street stalls (T&K Seafood, mango sticky rice)

**Day 2: Temples, Markets & Riverside**

1. **Soi Prachum Market** (Morning market, opens 6am):
- Breakfast boat noodles near Itsaraphap MRT

2. **Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha)** (Sanam Chai Pier):
- Opens 8am (฿200 entry, cover shoulders/knees)

3. **Wat Rakhang** (From The Chang Pier):
- Take Chao Phraya Express Boat (orange flag) → historic temple

4. **Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen**:
- MRT to Bang Phai → taxi to temple (famous giant Buddha)

5. **ICONSIAM**:
- Luxury mall → indoor floating market (G floor)

6. **ICONSIAM Night Boat**:
- Free shuttle boat to Saphan Taksin BTS (scenic night views)

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### 🏨 Accommodation
- **Best areas:** Sukhumvit (BTS access) or Riverside (near ferries)

- *Budget:* Once Again Hostel (near Chinatown)

- *Mid-range:* Novotel Bangkok Ploenchit (Siam area)

### 🍴 Food Recommendations
- **Siam Square:** Som Tam (papaya salad), grilled pork skewers

- **Chinatown:** Bird’s nest soup, oyster omelette

- **Soi Prachum:** Boat noodles (ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเรือ)

- **ICONSIAM:** Michelin-guide street food replicas

### 📌 Essential Tips

1. **Transport:** Use BTS/MRT + Grab app. Avoid tuk-tuks for long distances.

2. **Temples:** Dress modestly (cover shoulders/knees).

3. **Bargaining:** Acceptable at markets (Soi Prachum/Chinatown).

4. **Cash:** Carry THB (many street vendors/markets cash-only).

5. **Connectivity:** Buy local SIM (AIS/TrueMove) at airport.

6. **Iconic Photo:** Nueng Nom Nua’s colorful milk bottles!

> ⏱️ **Pacing Note:** Day 1 is packed—prioritize favorites. Start Day 2 early for markets/temples. Enjoy the vibrant chaos! 🌃🍜