WHY I LOVE BANGKOK: Hidden Gems Beyond the Khaosan Road | Travel Guide

Bangkok in 2020 is more than just the Khoasan Road. This is a travel guide covering all of the must see sights and hidden gems that you can't miss on your trip.

Over the 8 months, I've been to Bangkok on 6 separate visits and this video is a culmination of all of my favourite things to do: Including the best floating market, best rooftop bars, the most epic malls, an amazing luxury hotel and the most unique hipster hangouts. I've tried to avoid the main famous sights and focus on some lesser known places.

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0:00 - Why I think Bangkok is underrated
Looking at why a lot of people leave Bangkok with a bad impression and why you should avoid the famous Khoa San Road.

01:15 - Khlom Lat Mayom Floating Market
For my money, this is the best floating market in the city. It is also one of the best places to try delicious locally cooked Thai food.

SALT BAKED FISH PRICE: 240 BAHT
$7.49 USD / £5.80

02:07 - Chao Phraya River Tour
Bangkok’s waterways are full of local life and nature. The best way to see them is by taking the boat trip from the pier at the Khlom Lat Mayom market. It includes a stop at a Lotus farm.

GROUP BOAT TOUR PRICE (per person): 100 BAHT
$3.12 USD / £2.42 GBP

PRIVATE BOAT TOUR PRICE (whole boat): 400 BAHT
$12.48 USD / £9.67 GBP

03:29 - Bangkok’s Affordable Luxury Hotels
Bangkok has a lot of cheap accommodation options, but this is a look at the highest of luxury. Which is expensive, but more affordable than you might think…

RESIDENTIAL SUITE AT THE MARRIOTT SURAWONGSE: 6000 BAHT
$187 USD / £144 GBP

04:37 - Chatuchak Weekend Market
The biggest and the best market in Bangkok. Full of anything you could possibly need from clothes, to homeware, to souvenirs.

05:14 - The Camp Flea Market
A hidden gem very close to the Chatuchak Market that is very underrated. A hipster hangout with coffee shops, bars and antique shops.

06:11 - Rooftop Bars
A look at the Yao Rooftop bar at the Marriot Surawongse and the famous Skybar.

06:52 - Icon Siam Mall
The newest luxury mall with lots of designer brands and shopping. There is also an amazing food court in the basement with really good food options.

08:09 - Wat Arun Temple
A famous riverside temple.

WAT ARUN ENTRANCE FEE: 50 BAHT
$1.56 USD / £1.21 GBP

08:43 - Golden Mount Temple (Wat Saket)
Another of my favourite temples of the city with some amazing city views.

WAT SAKET ENTRANCE FEE: 50 BAHT
$1.56 USD / £1.21 GBP

09:15 - Ari
Bangkok’s coolest neighbourhood. Away from the tourists but with easily accessible luxuries. There are some great Airbnb options (which is a touchy subject in Thailand, so do your research into the law before booking)

AIRBNB IN BANG SUE PER NIGHT: 827 BAHT
$25 USD / £20 GBP

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[caliglory]

I've been to Thailand over 50 times and still haven't got enough of it. LOVE THE FOOD, THE COUNTRY and the people are so nice, friendly and helpful.

[cc]

❤️🇹🇭My favorite country of all time. Best foods, people, beautiful cultures. The thing that I like about Japan and ThaiLand is that they have never been colonized to any country from Europe before. So they're original and have many beautiful cultures and tradition to learn from. Love from 🇺🇸

[MH-wcxd]

Lived in BKK for 8 years and only went to Khao San once. My recommendation for all travelers: go there once or skip it entirely, there’s much more to see.
Some of my favorites:
- Eathai food court: they curated the best street food from all over Thailand and put them in one mall
- Rot Fai Train Night Market
- Tep Bar for Thai Herbal Liqours
Enjoy!

[rejiestage]

All reasons why i should go back to Bangkok..i love this city! It makes me feel alive, younger and vibrant with everything that Bangkok has to offer. Definitely a destination for everyone who wants to escape from the busy normal robotic life!

[photosbycarmenkc]

Best best video yet. I’m subscribing. No face chat, to the point and no Diddley darling. Keep making great videos. I’ve been to Bangkok. I’ll be visiting some of those areas.

[Minoritynomad]

i've lived in Bangkok since 2015. And it's infuriating when people tell me they hate it. When I ask where did they go? Khao San Road and Soi 11. smh. This like going to Time Square and then commenting that NYC sucks. lol. You did an EXCELLENT job on this. There are about 30 things I would add. hahaha

[HangryByNature]

We've been to Bangkok so many times and you have summed up everything so on point! Also one of our favourite cities and the rest of Thailand has so much to offer too! Great ep!

[riencoert]

I've been living in bkk for almost 2 months, and I'm really positively surprised, I've been to Khoasan road twice and hated it, it is what Thailand is known for but it is the opposite of what it actually is, so much more interesting stuff to do and see, this video captures my feeling about the city very well! (and got some good new tips)

[elpresidente]

Great Video my brother. I have been to Thailand over 30 times and you even gave me a few pointers... well done!

[TheKTravelChannel]

We enjoyed our visit there. I went with my husband during one of his business trips. The people are hard working and very friendly. The food is incredible and even better than the Thai food in Hollywood California.

[alexnolte]

This is one of the best videos about Bangkok I've ever seen.

[mariatimmer]

I love Bkk so much too. I’m falling in love with this country at the first time. They have got everything. Especially, it’s such awesome food, culture, people and beautiful beaches.

[Maxiani]

Possibly the best video rendition of Bangkok i've seen so far, precise description of hotspots. Love this Video!!

[jeffcahill]

Well done! I spend a lot of time in Bangkok and much of this is new to me. One thing I would add is Bang Krachao, which is hard to believe it's actually in Bangkok. A short boat ride takes you 50 years back in time and into the jungle.

[iwankurniawan]

A very good content. Different view compared to other bangkok video. Nice.

[larryreich]

You are literally one of the best travel bloggers covering Thailand I have seen! You are lucid, fluid and interesting. And clearly a good cinematographer and editor. Great on screen presents and narrator as well (truly friendly). Glad to find you in my feed. Keep up the great work!👍

[neilmitchell]

Fantastic quality production. Loved this and your Chiang Mai videos. I'll binge watch the rest. Really great work.

[jimpannell]

Ryan - you are an absolute LEGEND. So impressed by the quality of your content. Possibly the best travel videos I have seen (and I’ve seen a lot).
Thank you so much. Jim

[mauj]

Very cool video mate !! Congrats and thanks for the great tips !!

[울라이트조나쉬]

Ur such a great reviewer!!! I'll be back to Thailand again nxt yr surely :)