Bangkok Grand Palace & Emerald Temple Visit Guide
by Siennanywhere
Jun 17, 2025
📅 Itinerary
Day 1:
Kick off your Bangkok journey at the dazzling Grand Palace (Na Phra Lan Rd, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200; opens 8:30am–3:30pm). Seriously, this place is jaw-dropping 🤩! Wander through the Emerald Buddha Temple and snap pics that’ll light up your IG feed.
Next, stroll over to Wat Pho (2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200; open 8am–6:30pm) to see the epic Reclining Buddha—trust me, it’s sooo good!
Wrap up the afternoon with a chill cruise along the Chao Phraya River 🚤. The vibes at sunset are unreal!
Day 2:
Fuel up for some retail therapy at Chatuchak Weekend Market (Kamphaeng Phet 2 Rd, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900; open Sat-Sun 9am–6pm). You can find literally everything here—quirky souvenirs, street fashion, and all the eats!
Make your way to ICONSIAM (299 Charoen Nakhon Rd, Khlong Ton Sai, Khlong San, Bangkok 10600; open 10am–10pm), Bangkok’s flashiest shopping hotspot for more retail and foodie heaven.
End Day 2 with rooftop drinks at Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar (Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit, 2 Sukhumvit Soi 57, open daily 5pm–2am). Those views are next-level 🤯!
🏨 Accommodation
For a comfy stay with major city access, check out Amari Watergate Bangkok (847 Phetchaburi Rd, Pratunam, Bangkok 10400). Super central, awesome breakfast, and close to all the action!
Book your stay on trip.com for sweet deals and easy reservation vibes 👍.
🍴 Food Recommendations
Yaowarat Road in Chinatown is foodie paradise at night—grab some legendary mango sticky rice and try the Bangkok-style roast duck 🦆. For breakfast, hit up On Lok Yun (72 Charoen Krung Rd, open 6am–2pm) for iconic Thai toast and coffee.
Don’t sleep on Pad Thai at Thip Samai (313 Maha Chai Rd, open 5pm–1am)—it’s famous for a reason!
📌 Tips
– Always have cash for street food and markets
– Grab taxis or tuk-tuks using local apps, but double-check prices to dodge any tourist traps 😉
– Dress modestly at temples (cover shoulders and knees)
– Stay hydrated—the Bangkok heat is real!
– Download a currency converter and Google Maps for easy exploring
Bangkok in 2 days? Unforgettable eats, iconic sights, and vibrant city life all packed into one epic adventure!
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