60 Amazing Experiences in Thailand

Apr 29, 2020Apr 30, 2020 • Travel Tips, General, Local Experiences

60 Amazing Experiences in Thailand to Consider for Your Future Trips!

Last month, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrated its 60-year anniversary as a proud organization promoting travel to the Kingdom of Thailand. This 60-year mark is not only a significant part of TAT’s history, but it is also a symbol of Thailand’s diversity, beauty, and charm as a world-renowned destination.

Although we cannot host a grand celebration or travel to our beloved destination during this time, we wanted to continue doing what we do best — sharing our love for Amazing Thailand. That’s why we put together a list of 60 amazing experiences in Thailand, categorized by interest, which was curated and handpicked by media and influencers who share the same love for Thailand as we do! We hope that this list will spark some inspiration and dreams of travelling to Thailand when the time is right (download the list here and save it for later)!

For the culture, history, and local lover:

Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai, a sacred hill-top temple offering incredible city views
Visit a Thai family’s home and discover the traditional Lanna way of life in Chiang Mai
Visit Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai, aka “The White Temple”
Take time to discover one of Thailand’s most memorable museums the Hall of Opium in Chiang Rai
Visit an orchid farm in Sukhothai and discover over 100,000 colourful orchids
Take a bike or walking tour of Sukhothai Historical Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Visit the Grand Palace (don’t forget to stop at the Temple of the Emerald Buddha) in Bangkok
Visit Wat Pho in Bangkok, home of the famous Reclining Buddha
Visit the Temple of Dawn, also known as Wat Arun, in Bangkok
Visit Wat Traimit in Bangkok, home of the world’s largest golden Buddha image
Visit the beautiful Wat Suthat, one of Bangkok’s oldest and most revered temples
Take a Klong Tour and discover Bangkok’s canals and waterways (fun fact: Bangkok is known as the Venice of the East)
Walk around Bangkok’s 24-hour wholesale flower market ‘Pak Khlong Talat’
Walk across the historic bridge over the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi
Visit the Australian Hellfire Pass & Memorial Museum in Kanchanaburi, a tribute to the many POW’s who lost their lives during World War II
Check out the colourful Sino-Portuguese architecture in Old Phuket Town
Take an early morning boat tour of Talay Noi in Phatthalung (insider tip: best time to visit is between February and May when the pink lotus flowers are in bloom)
For a truly local experience, take an overnight train between destinations
Celebrate Songkran (Thai New Year) in April
Wake up early and give alms to Thai Buddhist monks
Take a tuk tuk ride

For the ultimate foodie:

Savour local specialties at The House by Ginger in Chiang Mai (insider tip: check out the cute store at the back)
Eat delicious authentic Thai cuisine at Nasi Jumpr located within emerald green rice fields 25 miles outside of the city of Chiang Mai
Check out Woo Cafe in Chiang Mai (great for art lovers)
Try some decadent drinks and desserts at the Wallflowers Cafe in Bangkok
Have a delicious lunch at Harmonique Cafe in Bangkok
Visit Napasorn Cafe in Bangkok and try some tasty desserts and refreshments (try a new taste sensation of coconut ice cream with kernel corn)
Eat and take lots of Instagrammable pictures at The Never Ending Summer in Bangkok
Try one of Bangkok’s many Thai Michelin-star restaurants, like Saawaan
Treat yourself to a fancy Michelin-star dinner at Mezzaluna (2-Michelin star) while enjoying spectacular views of Bangkok from the 65th floor of Lebua State Tower
Dine at Supanniga in Bangkok, famous for authentic home-cooked recipes from 2 Thai regions (Trat and Isaan)
Master the art of royal Thai cuisine at the renowned Blue Elephant Cooking School in Phuket
For a truly local breakfast experience, grab some dim sum at one of Trang’s Chinese eateries
Take a tuk tuk food tour
Try street food

For the night owl:

Go for a night out and enjoy the colourful nightlife in Silom in Bangkok
Join a pool party in Bangkok, like the ones at the W Bangkok and SO/ Sofitel Bangkok
Experience the sights, sounds and smells of Chinatown’s famous street food found within the bustling alleyways and streets of Yaowarat Road
Explore the lively and energetic backpacker haven of Khao San Road, Bangkok
Eat, drink and explore the vibrant Ratchada Night Market located just north of Bangkok
Have drinks at Lebua State Tower’s Skybar in Bangkok (rooftop bar where they filmed Hangover II)
Watch Tiffany’s in Pattaya, one of Thailand’s largest & most popular transgender & transvestite cabaret shows

For the wellness traveller:

Relax and stay at one of Bangkok’s many hotels with a rooftop pool, like 137 Pillars or Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse
Meditate in Koh Kret Island in Bangkok
Have a peaceful and serene stay at an over river bungalow in Kanchanaburi, like X2 River Kwai Resort
Get a Thai massage (more than once)!
Try a muay Thai workout and experience a new way to get active

For the adventure seeker:

Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary, like Patara Elephant Camp (Chiang Mai)
Visit Phang Nga Elephant Park for a day
Enjoy the beauty of nature in Khao Sok National Park, the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world
Visit the stunning Cheow Lan Lake with its floating raft accommodation (insider tip: best time to visit is from December – late April)
Don’t miss the impressive Emerald Cave, one of the most popular attractions in Trang’s islands

For the beach and sea lover:

Enjoy the sparkling turquoise waters while kayaking in Phang Nga Bay
Go snorkelling in Koh Kradan, a small island in Trang Province
For some great snorkelling, visit monkey beach, located off Koh Phi Phi Don and only accessible by boat
Island hopping by boat (best way to see the many beautiful islands in the south)

For the shopaholic:

Shop designer brands or just walk around the opulent shopping mall, ICONSIAM in Bangkok
Go shopping at Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok
Discover local works of art at the Sunday market in Chiang Mai
Visit the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, open daily, a one-stop for shopping, food, and entertainment

These are just some suggestions by influencers who shared their favourite experiences with us, but there is so much more to explore and discover when you visit Amazing Thailand! We hope to welcome you soon so you can see for yourself!