Jay Fai is a street-side restaurant run by a famed 70-year-old chef known for her iconic crab omelets and drunken noodles. Expect to wait in line and spend a little more for the legendary street food experience.
Nahm, a Michelin-starred restaurant serves traditional Thai cuisine with a modern touch. Try the unique appetizers such as cured salmon with sesame seeds and tom yum jelly. The tasting menu offers a culinary experience worth remembering.
Or Tor Kor is the best high-end fresh market in Bangkok where you can find an extensive variety of fresh produce, seafood, and pre-cooked food. Enjoy Thai-style spaghetti, fish balls or a bowl of spicy soup for lunch at the market stalls.
Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin offers a splendid multi-course Asian-inspired gastronomic experience. The courses are artistic and innovative in taste and presentation, with Thai influences. You will enjoy trying out different dishes and flavors.
Pratunam Market is Thailand's most extensive clothing market, selling clothes in bulk and at reasonable prices. The market isn't complete without trying out some street food such as grilled chicken, sticky rice or Papaya salad.
Travelers to Bangkok may choose Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTS) for convenient air-conditioned train travel or use Tuk-tuks, which are three-wheeled motorized taxis used for short trips. The estimated cost for a Tuk-tuk is around $2-$5.
Add a visit to Khlong Toei Market, which is the largest fresh food market in central Bangkok, to get the best spices and exotic ingredients. Also, make sure to try out durian, a local fruit with a distinctive odor and taste. If you have less time, stick with street food for a more straightforward culinary experience.
Bangkok has two main airports: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Suvarnabhumi Airport, located 16 miles east of downtown Bangkok, is the largest international airport in Thailand, while Don Mueang Airport, located 18 miles north of the city, primarily handles domestic and low-cost airlines.