It is well-known that Bangkok’s Chinatown is a fantastic spot for street food and shopping. Nighttime brings a relative peace to the often hectic area, which might be annoying for visitors.
Wat Traimit, home to Thailand’s most famous golden Buddha statue, is just a short stroll from the Hua Lamphong MRT station. To get a feel for Yaowarat (Chinatown), start at the Chinatown Gate. After that, you’ll be utterly bewildered by a bustling retail district with an overwhelming array of businesses to explore.
When the stores close for the day, Yaowarat comes to life as street vendors open their booths and encourage you to try some street cuisine. Some of the most well-known meals here are seafood BBQ, Nai-Ek noodles, J Muay noodles, and sweet noodle soup Yen-Ta-Fo. Indulge in a delectable dessert in Chinatown to round off your dinner.
While you wait for your food, make sure to see the cultural monuments of Chinatown, such as the Guan-U Shrine in the Old Market and the Thian Fah Foundation’s Guan-Yin Goddess.
To the south is where you’ll find the Pak Khlong Talad flower market. Even if the biggest flower market has moved, the City is still home to a plethora of lively flower shops and booths.
An equestrian monument honouring Bangkok’s namesake and founder, King Rama I, stands guard at the base of the Memorial Bridge. Relax in the park and take in the cityscape lit up at night. The atmosphere could be even more appealing to you at dark than it is during the day.
