A 7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Thailand

  1. Day 1: Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
    Approximately 40 minutes (21.4 km) from Suvarnabhumi Airport

    The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are stunningly beautiful and culturally significant landmarks with breathtaking architecture and history.

  2. Day 2: Wat Arun and Wat Pho
    Approximately 20 minutes (10.6 km) from the Grand Palace

    Visit Wat Arun to witness its stunning beauty during sunset and then head to the nearby Wat Pho to see the enormous Reclining Buddha.

  3. Day 3: Safari World and Marine Park
    Approximately 1 hour (33.9 km) from Wat Pho

    Safari World and Marine Park are exciting attractions, offering animal shows and a vast array of marine wildlife and animals, perfect for a fun family day out.

  4. Day 4: Chatuchak Weekend Market
    Approximately 35 minutes (16.9 km) from Safari World and Marine Park

    Chatuchak Weekend Market is the perfect place to explore local goods, food, and street vendors' culture, ideal for shopping and experiencing Thai life.

  5. Day 5: Ayutthaya Historical Park
    Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes (72.8 km) from Chatuchak Weekend Market

    The Ayutthaya Historical Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and former capital of Thailand with impressive ruins, like Wat Chaiwatthanaram, representing the golden age of ancient Thailand.

  6. Day 6: Khao San Road and Chinatown
    Approximately 1 hour (37.1 km) from Ayutthaya Historical Park

    Khao San Road and Chinatown are vibrant cultural districts famous for their street food stalls and nightlife, perfect for exploring Thai cuisine and relaxing.

  7. Day 7: Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm and Zoo
    Approximately 30 minutes (22.5 km) from Khao San Road

    The Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm and Zoo is a must-visit for nature lovers offering exciting crocodile shows and wildlife animals, making a perfect end for families.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (2-3 hours, ฿500)
  • Wat Arun and Wat Pho (2-3 hours, ฿100)
  • Safari World and Marine Park (5-6 hours, ฿1400)
  • Chatuchak Weekend Market (3-4 hours, กลุ่มราคา2-3)
  • Ayutthaya Historical Park (4-6 hours, ฿200)
  • Khao San Road and Chinatown (3-4 hours, ฿350)
  • Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm and Zoo (3-4 hours, ฿500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ฿3650 per adult

Useful Tips

If you have limited time in Thailand, consider cutting Safari World and Marine Park and/ or Ayutthaya Historical Park. Be aware of the weather to make the best of outdoor activities. And do not forget to taste traditional Thai food, like Pad Thai or Som Tum, along with coconut milk or Thai tea.

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