1) It is easy to move around in Bangkok with Airport Rail Link, BTS, MRT, taxi, the famous tuk-tuk and if you are travelling solo like me this time, motor sai is available. Tuk tuk is often being charged higher as it had became a touristy thing. As for taxi, it is best if you download the Grab Taxi app as the price range has already been stated before you confirm your taxi. Otherwise, insist in using meter as it is always cheaper than the one that the drivers offer. Lastly, motor sai per trip of the same road usually only costs 20 Baht so don't even bother bargaining or asking the price.
2) The 2 major supermarkets in Bangkok is Big C (which is my personal favourite as it is easily found whereby the mini version of it is known as Mini C) and Tesco Lotus.
For more information on Bangkok, you can refer to my older post here.
Phrom Phong
As my cousin is working nearby, her condominum is situated at Phrom Phong which I was lucky enough to get free accommodation. Easily accessible by BTS, Phrom Phong Station attracts many foreign tourists of lavish background. Mostly selling top notch brands such as Louis Vutton, Emporium Mall has more foreigners than locals if you ask me but you will be glad to know that Naraya is one of it located in this mall.
Transport: BTS Phrom Phong
Exit 2 of Phrom Phong Station - Emporium Mall.
If you would like a good classy massage, Asia Herb Association offers the 5 class service at a rather reasonable price. From Exit 2 - Phrom Phong Station, just walk straight along the Naraya shop or if you are alone, just grab a motor sai and pay 20 Baht. You can sign up for a free membership and will be entitled for an immediate 5% discount. To find out more about their
packages: http://www.asiaherbassociation.com/en/
Suki - A local dish of fried glass noodle with pork. This shop can be found upon Exit 2 of BTS Phrom Phong (opposite Naraya, walk slightly further up and turn right into the next lane where you see a hawker shop). Otherwise, I will recommend you asking locals around where is the shop selling Suki as this is a shop only famous among locals.
packages: http://www.asiaherbassociation.com/en/
Suki - A local dish of fried glass noodle with pork. This shop can be found upon Exit 2 of BTS Phrom Phong (opposite Naraya, walk slightly further up and turn right into the next lane where you see a hawker shop). Otherwise, I will recommend you asking locals around where is the shop selling Suki as this is a shop only famous among locals.
Talat Rot Fai
Translates to the Old Railway Station. As this place is not accessible by BTS, the only way you can reach this place is through taxi as a tourist. This night market was huge and this is where my shopping spree begins.
Transport: Taxi
A classic building which has something for the antique fans.
Chatuchak Market
One of the largest market in Thailand, Chatuchak only opens in the weekend. Divided into sections, which you may want to get a map from the tourist information centre around the market, this is the place you will never be able to complete. I had been to Chatuchak for at least 3 times but I highly doubt I ever completed it.
Transport: BTS Mo Chit Station
I always prefer to visit Chatuchak in the morning as it is less sunny and crowded. Please note that Chathuchak only opens at 10am.
The famous coconut ice cream. You can get it for 30 Baht if you walk further in the market.
While this meaty shop may attract you, I find their roast pork to just be ordinary. Well, I can find much better ones in KL.
After a long day, I always love to head on to Doi Tung Cafe hidden behind the central food place in Chatuchak, this is place where you can enjoy a good cup of coffee with air-conditioning and high speed WiFi.
True Love Cafe
Famous with animal lovers, this cafe attracts tourists and locals altogether. You would like to visit here if you just want to chill out after too many days of crowded market.
Transport: BTS Ari Station - Motor Sai / Taxi / Walk (15 minutes)
Always PM their Facebook page to get their operation hours or it will be a waste for you to travel all the way but not see their cute little fluffies! I personally find their cake really delicious.
Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/neverlandsiberians
Too much love in one picture.
Here is where I met my travelling partner for half of the day!
Chocolate Ville
This is place recommended by my cousin. It's like Europe in Bangkok which is a place I will highly recommend. However, not to be cheated by its name, this place does not sells much chocolate besides their dessert. My personal wild guess is probably chocolate brings joy hence, its name. Once again, this is not a place accessible by BTS.
Transport mode: Taxi
If you have a large group, do reserve in advance as their restaurant is usually fully packed. Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/chocolateville/
Indeed, a beautiful place for dinner!
Meet my new friend from Singapore, Mr Ernest. :)
Just be prepared to be mesmerised by this place.
Pratunam Market
While many may recommend you Platinum Mall, it is now being so commercialised that is no longer worthy of going. On the other hand, located right opposite Platinum Mall is a morning market which is my personal favourite shopping destination in Bangkok. This is the area I will recommend you to stay if you are a tourist and you do not have free accommodation which I've previously recommended - Centre Point Hotel Pratunam. Once again, you can refer to my older post here.
Transport: BTS Ratchathewi - Exit 4 - Motor Sai / Walk (15 minutes)
Siam
This place is basically the central of Bangkok with many shopping malls. As I am not a fan of shopping malls, I only went to Central World to try out a cafe recommended by my cousin. Indeed, was worth the try.
Transport:
Siam Paragon / Siam Square: BTS Siam
Central World / Erawan Shrine: BTS Chit Lom
Either way, these places are all connected by a sky bridge. You just need to walk a little further.
Matcha Toast at After You Cafe. Be prepared to wait if you are going during peak hours.
On the way to Chit Lom Station, you will notice Erawan Shrine. Yes, the place that was being attacked by terrorists.
Hua Lamphong (China Town)
I visited this place as I've missed out the evening market - Sampeng Lane and the famous T&K Seafood the last time I went there.
Transport: MRT Hua Lamphong - Walk (15-20 minutes) / Bus / Taxi
Sampeng Lane is located at Soi Wanit 1 where shops usually deal in bulks. A perfect place for cheap souvenirs hunting such as accessories and textiles. Please note that this market only opens till 4pm-5pm in the evening as when the night takes over, you will experience an entirely different version of China Town.
Yellow curry crabs.
Tom Yum Goong.
Finally, able to try the famous T&K Seafood(Green shirt). Right opposite this restaurant is of course it's competitors known as R&L(Red Shirt). I find their seafood really fresh and the curry crabs that I ordered tasted really good. Definitely worth a try! Operation hours: 6pm onwards.
Bangkok is definitely one of my favourite Asean city!
Travelling is worth missing, worth the money and most of all, worthy of your time!
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