10 days in one city, like Bangkok, may seem like a long time, but as this 10 day Bangkok itinerary shows you, there is plenty to do in this city! After having lived in Bangkok for 9 years and frequently visiting since, we’ve found the best places to explore around the city with our family.
Bangkok is a city bursting at the seams with people. Add in the heat, the traffic, and the new smells, visiting the city as a family can be overwhelming. 10 days gives you the time to slowly take in all that the city offers. Going to a different section of the city each day, you will leave with a deep understanding of Thailand and the Thai culture surrounding Bangkok, the heart of Thailand.
Accommodations
We highly recommend staying in the Sukhumvit area of the city. This is centrally located, specifically for travel on the BTS skytrain. You will be able to find anything you need for your kids during your trip in this location – international grocery stores, convenience stores, pharmacies, and many restaurant chains for when the kids need familiar.
You can read our post about Where to Stay in Bangkok with Kids for more ideas on different areas around Bangkok to stay, or search for an apartment for your family on booking.com by searching for Sukhumvit, Bangkok.
Transportation
Staying in the downtown area of Sukhumvit puts you at the center of the BTS transportation map. We will also mention grab taxis, which is a taxi pick up service in southeast Asia. You can download the Grab App for use all throughout Southeast Asia. You will have to make an account with Grab, and you do have the option to link your credit card to it. However, you also have the ability to book with Grab and pay in cash if you don’t want to or cannot add your card. It is notable that using the Grab App you can also get food delivered to your hotel.
There are also taxi stands frequently found in this area. Or you can flag down any taxi as you see it drive by. Look for a light in the lower section of the window glowing red or green to show they are available. If the light is off, the taxi not available. Tuk-tuks are also found near taxi stands. Unlike taxis that use a meter (ALWAYS ask for meters from taxis!), you need to barter with tuktuk drivers in Bangkok. Expect to spend at least double on a tuktuk as on a taxi to the same destination. Outside of Bangkok Tuk-tuks are generally more used for daily life and therefore locally priced.
Day 1
Staying on Sukhumvit
Throughout this 10 day Bangkok itinerary, we use the Sukhumvit area as the spot that you leave from each day and return to each day. There are several BTS skytrain stops along this area.
R District Walk
Starting out on day 1, leave from your hotel and make your way to Chitlom BTS stop where the Ratchaprasong District Walk begins. This path uses the elevated sidewalks between BTS skytrain stations and for the purpose of showing off the different cultural icons in downtown Bangkok.
You will avoid the morning traffic as you will be walking above it all on the elevated sidewalks. As you walk on the walkway, follow the signs to learn all about downtown Bangkok. The Ratchaprasong District Walk (R Walk), is a great was to start off your time in Bangkok because it will give you a good feel for the city and everything is within walking distance. The kids will notice the different landmarks of Thai culture.
7-Eleven Snacks
When you are done, it will be snack time for the kids. 7-eleven in Thailand is its own adventure. Our recommendation – give the kids each 50 bath to choose their own snacks. See what kinds of snacks are available on our post about 7-Eleven Snacks in Thailand. They can learn the value of a baht AND find some new snacks to try. We like doing this activity first in a just about every place we visit, so that we can enjoy these new favorite snacks for our whole visit! If there is not a 7-eleven then we find any similar type of store and see what they have.
Terminal 21
The rest of today is for getting your bearings in the city. The Sukhumvit area is full of food, shopping, and entertainment. Our favorite unique mall experience is Terminal 21 mall found at Asok BTS stop. The mall is made to look like an airport terminal. Each floor is a is set up to look like a different city from around the world with famous landmarks and decorated to look like that city. Even the restrooms are themed!
The food court on the fifth floor has options for international and Thai food choices, or you can hit the streets for some Thai street food!
Day 2
Grand Palace
When it comes to religious sites throughout Thailand you need to wear long clothes to cover your body and show respect.
Day 2 of our 10 day Bangkok itinerary takes us to the Grand Palace and surrounding area where you can experience Thai Buddhism and Thai royalty, which will give your family a better understanding of the culture.
There are 3 ways to get from the Sukhumvit area to the Grand Palace.
1 – Taxi/Grab
2 – MRT Sukhumvit to Sanam Chai
3 – BTS to Saphan Taksin Station, then walk to the Bangkok Sathorn Pier which is right when you exit the BTS station. Then take a ferry boat north to the Tah Tian Pier. From there it is about a 15 minute walk to the Grand Palace.
The Grand Palace is a large complex that includes gardens, temples, and the palace itself. When you arrive at the Grand Palace you will very possibly be confronted by people who will be helpfully telling you that the Grand Palace is closed and that they are willing to take you around to show you other places around Bangkok. This is not true. The Grand Palace is not closed, and this is a common scam that is popular to try on people.
Entrance Fee: THB 500
Hours: 8:30-4:30
Tips for a good visit:
- Wear shoes that easily come on and off as you need to take off shoes when entering some rooms.
- It is hot walking around, so drink a lot of water.
- Wear more conservative clothing, but make sure it is lightweight so you don’t overheat.
The Grand Palace has historically been the residence of the king of Thailand. Today it is used for royal events. It also houses the Emerald Buddha, one of the most auspicious statues of Buddha found in the world. One interesting fact about the Emerald Buddha is that depending on the season, the clothing of the Emerald Buddha will be changed.
After spending your time exploring all that the Grand Palace has to offer, it’s time to head across the river to Wat Arun.
Wat Arun
From the Grand Palace we will be heading across the river to a famous historical ruins of an old Buddhist temple: Wat Arun.
Steps to get there:
- Walk from the Grand Palace to the river and there you will find the Tha Chang Pier
- From the Tha Chang Pier you will take a boat ferry down the river to Tha Tien Pier (this is directly across from Wat Arun). This will take about 15 minutes.
- Take a ferry across the river to Wat Arun entrance. This boat departs every 10 minutes.
- Once you get across the river you will be at Wat Arun and you will have to pay the entrance fee to go in. You are allowed to take the ferry across and get good views of Wat Arun and return on the ferry without paying the entrance fee if you just want to get good views from the river.
Price: THB 200
Hours: 8am-6pm
Tips for a good visit:
- Wear conservative clothes. This is the most important tip as you will not be allowed in if you do not fit their dress code. You will also be asked to buy clothes on site in order to enter.
- Hydrate! Drink water as much as possible. It is out in the open and you can get dehydrated quickly. There are some stands that sell souvenirs at the entrance that also sell water.
Wat Arun’s historical significance
The site where Wat Arun stands today has been the site of a Buddhist temple since the Ayutthaya period of Thai history (14th-18th century). It’s unique architecture and location along the river has made it a landmark known the world over. It was one of the homes of the revered Emerald Buddha until the Emerald Buddha was moved to the Grand Palace where it can be seen today.
After visiting these two attractions, the kids will probably be exhausted. They tend to be crowded and mostly outside in the heat. This could be the most tiring of your 10 day Bangkok itinerary.
But despite the exhaustion, these places give the kids an understanding of Thai culture and history not easily found other places.
If you family still has energy for afternoon and evening activities, I recommend a cool down in the afternoon at ICONSIAM.
ICONSIAM
To get to ICONSIAM, there are two public transportation stops:
- BTS skytrain Gold Line to Charoen Nakhon. The mall is right next to the BTS stop.
- Since you are on the river you can take the ferry down to Si Phraya Pier. From there you can take a river crossing ferry to Icon Siam Pier which is the malls pier.
Spend the afternoon exploring the mall. Icon Siam is a very glamorous and fancy mall complete with a ritzy Thai inspired “Floating Market” inside.
Asiatique
In the evening, you will continue to take the ferry down the river. This time to Asiatique. You will take the ferry to the Wat Rat Singkhon Pier. Asiatique is a riverfront upscale night market. It is a lot of shopping and eating, so our kids don’t make it for too long there – BUT the Ferris wheel is a great activity for the kids!
If you wait until right after it gets dark, the views from the top of the Ferris wheel are beautiful! The lights turning on up and down the river are magical!
How to return to your hotel on Sukhumvit:
- Grab taxi – at this point at night, this is probably the easiest option
- Asiatique offers a free shuttle boat to Sathorn Pie. From there you will walk over to the BTS skytrain Saphan Taksin station which will take you back to your closest station on Sukhumvit road.
Day 3
Ancient City
To continue learning about Thailand, today you’ll adventure to the Ancient City. Its full name is Muangboran Ancient City. The Ancient City is a unique model for learning about Thailand culture, history, and life. It is a like a museum and a zoo combined. The displays of miniature recreations are spread out around the property, and you walk from one location to the next looking at the miniature models of famous buildings and temples, and learning about Thai culture, history, and life.
They have recreations of places such as Sukhothai, Phanom Rung ruins in Buri Ram, and the Dusit Maha Prasat Palace (Grand Palace) and many others throughout the property. Another amazing thing about this location is that the property is in the shape of Thailand and the displays are roughly in the places on the map according to where they are in the country. You can explore their website to learn about all the different things you can see there.
It’s on the southeast side of the city. The BTS skytrain does not go quite far enough, so to get there on public, you can either take a Grab taxi all the way or take the BTS to Kheha Station and then get a taxi from there. From the BTS Kheha Station it is just a 5-minute ride before you are there.
Price: THB 800 per adult; THB 400 per child ages 6-14
Hours: 9am-7pm
Tips for a good visit:
- Rent a golf cart if you have young kids to help you get around faster
- Take your time and don’t rush. There is lots to see.
After finishing at Ancient City, you can head to lunch or rest time OR you can keep exploring the Ancient City is you feel you have not finished exploring it! It is a large area, and you may wish to spend all day learning about Thailand.
We know that your family knows what’s best for you, but to keep this 10 day Bangkok itinerary full of ideas, we are a going to keep you moving! Again, do what is best for you and the kids. We know Ancient City can be so hot.
To spend some time indoors but keep you in the same area of the south side of Bangkok, we recommend going to the Nielson Hays Library.
Nielson Hays Library
The Nielson Hays Library is lovely English language library that carries 20,000 books. Its building dates back to 1922 and has been awarded the UNESCO cultural heritage conservation award. If you are looking for a quiet relaxing atmosphere to get away from the heat for a bit this is a great place to stop in for a visit and look around.
Price: 100 baht (non-member to use facilities)
Hours: 9:30-5:00 Tuesday-Sunday (not open Monday)
It is a lovely location to have downtime with the kids having access to books to read. There is also a cafe on the grounds for a nice cup of coffee!
Now that you have had a break from the heat and gotten some relaxing time at the library, it is time to move onto the next adventure just one bit city block away from the Nielson Hays Library. You will be going to the top of Bangkok and experience one of the highest points in Bangkok at the King Power Mahanakahn.
King Power Mahanakahn
The King Power Mahanakahn building has risen in popularity due to its glass floors on the 78th floor. The views of Bangkok on a clear day are really spectacular and shows how sprawling the city truly is. Add to that a walk on glass, so high up, and you’re in for a real treat.
Do watch for air quality to make it worth the cost of going up. You don’t want to get up and not be able to see anything.
Daytime price (separate sunset pricing) THB 880 adult; THB 350 child 3-12 years old
Hours: 10:00am-7:00pm daily
To return to your hotel on Sukhumvit Road, the King Power Mahanakahn building is right next to the BTS Chong Nonsi station on the Silom Line.
It was another long day on your 10 Bangkok itinerary, but hopefully your family is starting to feel comfortable as you navigate Bangkok.
Day 4
After spending a few days touring and seeing sights the focus of today will be food. You can choose to explore the markets of Chinatown or Little India and then also choose from two cooking lessons to learn all about cooking Thai food.
Activity Option #1 Chinatown or Little India
You can head back to the river and up to the bustling Chinatown area. This area is known for its shopping. The most famous road in Chinatown is Yaowarat Rd, so when you make it to Chinatown make sure to walk down Yaowarat Rd. Along this road and its many side alleys there are many different Chinese restaurant options to choose from. Chinatown is really large, and you can expect to walk through a lot of different alleys and roads exploring. We suggest walking over towards the Yaowarat Old Market and spend your time exploring on your way there and at then spending good time at the market itself. It’s fun to see the crazy busy and exotic items, whether you plan to buy or not.
North of Chinatown is the area of Little India. The vibe changes quickly and once again, the restaurant options are plentiful. Phahurat Market is the place to visit here, though much of the goods are cloth, so it is not as exciting as Yaowarat Market.
It is doable to walk through Chinatown and into Little India, though it is a very long walk and not advisable with young children given the heat and busyness of this area of Bangkok.
Activity Option #2 Cooking Class
Another wonderful cultural experience is taking a cooking class. There are many different options around Bangkok. Here I will give two options to give you an idea of what is available around the city.
Cooking with Poo
This cooking school is famous locally and internationally. Book in advance to make sure you have are able to get a spot for the day that you want. Poo is the nickname of the owner and head of the cooking school: Cooking with Poo.
Price: THB 1,800
Hours: 8:30am-1pm
This cooking class involves a trip to the wet market to learn about the ingredients used in Thai cooking and then back to their school to make the food. The price includes transport from Emporium Mall (BTS Phrom Phong) to the market and school and back to the mall at the end of the class.
House of Taste
House of Taste cooking school has three different times of day that you can choose to take a class, making it versatile for different family schedules.
Price: THB 1,400 for 3.5 hours
Hours: Morning, Afternoon, and Evening Options
Location: There are two different schools in both Silom and Sukhumvit areas. Check their website for exact details about their locations and maps on how to get there.
Day 5
Your fifth day of your 10 day Bangkok itinerary is all about the kids. Get out and see what Bangkok has to offer in kid activities. You could check out our list of different things to do in Bangkok on different budget: Explore Bangkok with Kids- 3 Different Budget Options or follow along here for day 5!
This morning you will stay on Sukhumvit Road and head to Siam Paragon mall. This is an upscale mall. In the basement is Sea Life Bangkok. It is a world class aquarium that is well worth a visit!
Sea Life Bangkok
Price: THB 1080 when bought online
Hours: 10am-8pm
Tips:
- Bathrooms are very spread out so you may have to walk far to get to one if you are in the middle of Sea Life.
- It is very stroller friendly but many of the aquariums are too high for kids in a stroller to see into the glass. Some do come down to the floor level, so the very little kids enjoy these ones a lot. The tunnel is especially great for strollers.
- Stay for feeding shows! They have multiple tie a day where they feed the fish, and it can be quite a show.
- There is lots of space to spread out at Sea Life, Bangkok. It is a popular school group location, so if there happens to be a school group, just go around them and you will be able to find space.
It is easy to spend several hours in the aquarium as there are so many fish and animals to see!
After the aquarium, we love eating at the food court. There are so many food options, plus they are budget friendly and often offer authentic Thai food from all over Thailand. Learn about how to use a food court in Thailand in this Step-by-Step Guide to Food Courts in Thailand.
Other kid-friendly mall activities: Between Siam Paragon and Central World, on the other side of Sukhumvit road, there are a number of choices. Central World is one of the 10 largest malls in the world. So, it’s definitely worth checking out!
Thai Sports: Muay Thai/Soccer
In the evening in Bangkok, there is the possibility of a sports game – either Muay Thai or a soccer match. Muay Thai is the national sport of Thailand. It’s a form of martial arts. I will add that it is pretty violent sometimes, so you may want to take that into consideration when taking younger children.
The closest option for a Muay Thai match to Sukhumvit road is the MBK Fight Nights which happen every other Wednesday. Updated information is found on their Facebook page.
Even though Muay Thai is the national sport of Thailand, soccer is the sport that binds the country together. It is the sport that you will see stickers plastered all over vehicles showing pride in their team.
Soccer games are actually more exciting for my kids to attend in Thailand than Muay Thai (they have experienced both). Soccer is a cultural experience as the teams are quite competitive and the atmosphere is exhilarating. The two main soccer teams located in Bangkok are the Bangkok United team and the Port FC team. Both are in the top tier of the country. Look for an updated schedule of games here and buy tickets here.
Locations of stadiums
Bangkok United: Thammasat Stadium
We really believe in sports as part of culture. So taking the time to view one of the country’s favorite pastimes can really increase understanding of the country you’re visiting.
Day 6 – Weekend
Chatuchak Weekend Market
On this 10 day Bangkok itinerary we are going to call day 6 and 7 weekend days. Because certain Bangkok experiences only occur on the weekend and if you are in town for 10 days, they are definitely not to be missed! So shift your days accordingly.
Take the BTS skytrain to Mo Chit for the day today. Chatuchak Weekend Market is located directly at this BTS stop, so it is convenient and easy to get to. Chatuchak Weekend Market is a massive weekend market that offers just about everything. From souvenirs, clothing, electronics, all the way to furniture, food, and exotic pets. This market is so large it would take weeks to go through each stall in the whole market.
Some tips for getting the best experience:
- Fruit shakes are your life line. They are available all over the market for cheap and it keeps the kids cooled down and busy.
- Find the few and far between aircon restaurants to eat in
- Go to the exotic animal section
- If you need a longer aircon break, head to the JJ Mall behind the market. There are stalls for shopping in there as well as some fast food restaurants to relax in.
- We always make the clock tower our meeting spot if someone gets separated. It’s taller, so it’s easier to see from around the market.
Children’s Discovery Museum
While you are in the area of Chatuchak Weekend Market, head to the Children’s Discovery Museum right down the street.
Price: Free
Hours: 10:00am-4:00pm Tuesday through Sunday (not open Mondays)
This museum has a lot of different sections to it. There’s a splash pad, so bring outfits that can get wet too. Along with the splash pad, outdoor playground, and dinosaur excavation area, kids can also go indoors for more science fun! You can end up spending several hours there if you have the time.
This is a huge day with even just the 2 places to visit. Remember the heat can exhaust you quickly, so drink plenty of water throughout the day. Return on the BTS skytrain from Mo Chit station.
Day 7 – Weekend
Today we are headed to nature…but in the city!
Green Lung
Our first stop is locally known as the Green Lung. This area is found where the Chao Phraya curves around almost meeting itself and creating an island, but not quite. The area has become a swampy jungle inside the city. Take a Grab taxi to Wat Bang Na Nok. It is located southeast of the Sukhumvit area and should take you 20 minutes on the expressway plus however much traffic there is. The Wat Bang Na Nok is a temple but has a pier next to it. You can take the ferry across the Chao Phraya River to the temple on the other side – Wat Bang Nam Phueng Nok. The ferry just goes back and forth so you shouldn’t have to wait long.
Ferry boat price: Around 5 baht/person
When you arrive on the other side, you are in the green lung. You can rent bicycles for the morning at the shops next to the pier. From here, take time to explore!
Most of the area is up on elevated platforms with swampy jungle all around. Be careful with younger children as there is not always railings at the edge.
Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market
Your destination on your bike is going to be the Bang Nam Phueng floating market. It is only open on Saturday and Sunday mornings so make sure your trip to the Green Lung is on the weekend. This is a local market with lots of food – fresh and prepared. It is very different from the touristy floating markets that you will find advertised across the internet, which are a ways outside the city.
After you finish at the market, bike back to the pier. Take the ferry back across the river and get a grab taxi to your next destination. Since you are out on the east side of the city today, we suggest two other places to visit there.
King Rama IX Park (สวนหลวง ร.9)
For a relaxing afternoon, you can head to a big park off of Srinakarin Road. It’s official name in English is King Rama IX Park or in Thai, Suan Luang Rama IX. By BTS, you would stop at the station that bears the park’s name, Suan Luang Rama IX, and walk to the entrance of the park, about 15 minutes (kid’s pace).
The park has a playground, a large lake with swan boats, and multiple gardens, such as a desert garden, to visit. Beware of the hot sun and drink lots of water.
If the park just gets too hot and exhausting, there is a mall that you can chill at within walking distance. It’s name is Paradise Park. It is a small mall, but has it’s own ritzy personality to enjoy.
Train Night Market Srinakarin
In the evening, you can head over to the Train Night Market Srinakarin, or known as Rot Fai Night Market in Thai. In English this is called the Train Market. It is just a short walk from the King’s Park.
Location: 10 minute walk from the Suan Luang Rama IX BTS station
Days/Hours: Every Thursday through Sunday evening hours, beginning around 4 pm but really getting busy around 6.
The train market can get crazy busy, but there is much to see. First the food stalls have lots of options for both sit down and takeaway. If you haven’t tried fried bugs yet in Thailand, there are stalls here to buy them. We recommend the bamboo worms specifically as they are our teen’s favorite!
Aside from the food stalls, much of the market is clothes and items that locals shop for. It’s a fun place to wander and people watch. Do beware of pickpocketers! Keep your belongings close to you!
The train market is a great example of Thai night markets. You can return to the Sukhumvit are by BTS skytrain from Suan Luang Rama 9 station or take a Grab taxi home, though a weekend evening can sometimes mean quite a bit of traffic.
Day 8
Today you can choose to either take a day to relax at the park OR plan a day away from Bangkok. We give you information for both options below.
We recommend 2 different parks downtown to relax at.
Park Option #1 Lumpini Park
The largest park inside the city, Lumpini Park has lots of spots to relax. You can walk through and look at the different statues or pavilions. Or ride a swan boat around the lake. Or maybe even spot monitor lizards going in and out of the water. (Don’t worry! If you don’t bother them, they won’t bother you!) To get to Lumpini Park you can go to the BTS Sala Daeng stop, or you can take MRT to the Lumpini stop. The closest MRT to the Sukhumvit area is to take the BTS Asok Station and change to the MRT (called Sukhumvit MRT station). It is here that you can transition into the MRT system.
Park Option #2 Benchasiri Park + Emquartier Mall
A smaller park than Lumpini, this would be a great place to visit if you are just wanting a short park time as well as some more mall time. The Benchasiri Park is found at Phrom Phong BTS station down Sukhumvit Road. The park has a large playground area for the kids and a nice small lake to enjoy.
It is easy to walk from Benchasiri Park next door to Emporium Mall. This mall is connected to its sister mall, Emquartier Mall, which is across Sukhumvit Road, by the Phrom Phong BTS station. Both of these malls are fancy and full of eating and entertainment (and shopping if your family is into that!).
Emquartier has a whole garden area to walk through with a waterfall, called the Helix Garden. There are restaurants on the top floors, some with great views of the city. The mall also houses Bounce trampoline park and Escape, which is an escape room attraction. Over in Emporium Mall, you can find a cinema and a Roller Dome for roller skating.
The other option for the day is to take a day trip out of the city. We have two ideas based off what your family likes and what you are hoping to see while in Thailand.
Day Trip Option #1 Bang Sean Beach
Bang Saen Beach is the closest beach to Bangkok. It is definitely a city beach with lots of stalls, people, beach chairs, water equipment rentals, and oftentimes trash depending which way the current and wind is going. But after a week in the city, some beach time may be what you are looking for. It’s about 45 minutes to the east of Bangkok. If you are looking for a local beach scene, this is the place to go.
Day Trip Option #2 Ayutthaya
Another trip that may be is taking is to Ayutthaya, Thailand’s old capital city and now preserved ruins. If your kids have enjoyed seeing different Thai temples, Autthaya may be a good option for your family.
Price: THB 50
Hours: 8am-6pm (later hours on weekends)
It is about 1 ½ hours north of the city center with regular daily traffic.
A trip to Ayutthaya would be another hot day in the sun with most of the exploring of the ruins being in direct sunlight. You can buy water before entering. Make sure kids are wearing comfortable shoes as it is a lot of walking around ruins. One other tip is to make sure you are wearing comfortable clothes. Keep your body covered while still wearing light material so as not to get too hot.
Day 9
Pak Khlong Talat (Wholesale Flower Market)
Today you wake up early! Many things in Bangkok open at 10 AM, but the Pak Khlong Talat (flower market) opens early with much of the business taking place before it’s too hot.
Location:
This morning you want to head to the MRT instead of BTS. The closest MRT to the Sukhumvit area is to take the BTS Asok Station and change to the MRT (called Sukhumvit MRT station). Then ride it to Sanam Chai Station. From there, you can reach the flower market in about a 6 minute walk. Be aware that although you will find only one pin on google maps as Pak Khlong Talat, the whole area around it is really a flower market.
The market is a wholesale flower market with a myriad of streets full of stalls of flowers. Many stalls sell flowers specifically for Buddhist religious purposes. Enjoy a cultural learning experience mixed with a vibrant array of colors!
Khlong Toei Wet Market
The other place to check out today is the local wet market. The closest large wet market to the Sukhumvit area is the Khlong Toei market. A wet market visit is intense on the senses, especially for children. But hopefully by this time, your family is feeling comfortable traveling around the city and more new smells will be ok for your kids.
The wet market is full of the smell of raw meat as you watch them chop large pieces and seeing the fresh meat hanging. Add to that the colorful variety of tropical fruit, some not smelling so good (durian!). It’s all a lot to take in. Then there is fish. I suggest moving slowly through with the kids, trying to figure out what unfamiliar fruits and veggies are. A photo identification app is great for this.
Find a fruit shake stall and pick up some snacks you haven’t tried before to make your trip to the market complete!
Day 10 – Weekend
As your last day of your 10 day Bangkok itinerary arrives, we have one last place to send you that we hope will round out your cultural understanding of Thailand. The name of the attraction is Suan Sampran and it is located about 20 minutes west of Bangkok. It is only open for activities on weekends, so I recommend moving your days around if you need to based off when your weekend falls in the 10 days.
Suan Sampran
Suan Sampran is divided into two areas. One area is the Patom Organic Village where the family can sign up for different traditional craft workshops where they use ingredients from their farm. These activities are incredibly child-friendly and educational. Some examples are natural dye, clay figurines, and rice farming. Each workshop has an individual price between THB 80-200. Your family can just show up to choose which activity to do. No need to book ahead. Check out their website for a full list of activities.
Location:
Hours: Saturday and Sunday from 9am-4pm
The second area is a farmer’s market called Sookjai Market where they sell organic food from local farmers, both prepared and raw food.
Hours: Saturday and Sunday from 8am-3pm
If your family is hoping to see elephants during your time in Thailand, there is also an elephant grounds with the same organization found 2 kilometers down the road called Sam Phran Elephant Ground and Zoo. Sam Phran Elephant Ground has an elephant battle reenactment that you can watch, and a crocodile shows where keepers go in and hold crocodiles.
Location:
Hours: 8am-5pm
Unique Restaurants to Visit During Your 10 Day Bangkok Itinerary
You will have many opportunities for eating meals during your 10 days. It is easy to catch a quick meal from 7-eleven or stalls of street food. You can also eat in food courts in the malls. However, you may want to try something different if you have some extra time! Here is a list of restaurants that are fun and give a different vibe!
Rabbito Cafe – Bunny Cafe
Animal cafes have become prominent in the Bangkok cafe scene. Eating lunch with bunnies has become a favorite for our family. There is a minimum food price you need to spend in order to sit and enjoy having the bunnies hop around you. The tables are low to the ground which allows easy petting of the bunnies.
Price (minimum amount to spend): THB 150
Location: Rabbito Cafe is a10 minute walk from the Udom Suk BTS Station.
Open Hours: 12pm-7pm
Unicorn Cafe
To continue on the cafe scene, you can eat in a cafe all unicorn decorated. It really is over the top! The decorations are colorful with unicorns everywhere! They have colorful drinks, food options with unicorn horns, and their desserts are totally decked out to look like colorful unicorns! Such a great place to visit with young kids!
Open Hours: 12 noon – 8pm
Days Open: Sunday through Saturday (closed Monday)
Location: Unicorn Cafe is a 10 minute walk from the Chong Nonsi BTS.
Cabbages and Condoms Restaurant
This restaurant features Thai food, but it’s main attraction is not just the food! Cabbages and Condoms was created to promote family planning in Thailand and to raise money to help fund the Population and Community Development Association.
While the food is classic Thai food, the decorations around the restaurant using condoms gives you a good laugh. And instead of being given a mint at the end of the meal, you get a condom!
Understandably you do not want to go to this restaurant and receive questions about the birds and the bees from your children, so you’ll have to assess your kids ages. There are a lot of condoms used as decorations around the place so be prepared. It is a unique restaurant for sure and we do recommend the restaurant as a unique experience. If for sure is not found in other places around the world!
Open Hours: 11am-10:30pm
Location: 10 minute walk from the Asok BTS Station.
Ebi Prawn Fishing
This restaurant has a unique twist to the word ‘fresh’ by having you catch your own prawns to eat! There is a large menu that you can order like a regular restaurant, but we recommend trying the prawn fishing for a fun experience. Our kids loved taking turns with the fishing pole and hoping for a nibble!
They weigh your prawns that you catch and then cook them for you and bring them to your table! The price for prawns is quite high, but there is no price to fish, just what you catch, and you are paying for the experience!
How to get there: Ebi Prawn Fishing is not located near the BTS skytrain or the MRT, so we recommend taking a Grab taxi to get there. It is on the east side of the city.
Open Hours: 10:30am-8:30pm
Hajime Robot Restaurant Rama 3
A big hit with kids, this restaurant seems to have come straight out of Japan and into Bangkok! The food is delivered to your table by robot!
A Japanese menu, this is a buffet-style, one price restaurant depending on what kind of meal you choose to have – hotpot, grilling, sushi. When you choose your next item to eat, a robot will come bringing your food. Our kids loved ordering small portions throughout our time there, so that the robot would come to our table more often.
Open Hours: 12pm-10pm
How to get there: Hajime Robot Restaurant Rama 3 is not located near the BTS skytrain or the MRT, so we recommend taking a Grab taxi to get there. It’s south of the Sukhumvit area, so it should take less than 30 minutes to get there in a taxi.
One little known fact about Bangkok – the name Bangkok is a nickname. Its official name ranks as the longest city name in the world, and you will impress a lot of people if you can memorize it! Its official name is:
Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Yuthaya Mahadilok Phop Nopppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit