Serena & Francis
Things To Do
The Grand Palace
The Grand Palace in Bangkok is one of the best places to sight see when visiting, however, we recommend getting there early to avoid the large crowds and tour buses. When in the area you can also see Wat Pra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) and Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha).
Bangkok Art and Culture Centre
Bangkok Art and Culture Center is a contemporary arts centre in Bangkok, Thailand. Art, music, theatre, film, design and cultural/educational events take place in its exhibition and performance spaces. The centre includes cafes, commercial art galleries, bookshops, craft shops, and an art library. It is intended as a venue for cultural exchange, giving Bangkok an operational base on the international art scene.
MBK Center
Mahboonkrong, also known as MBK, is an 8 story shopping mall with both budget and not so budget friendly electronics, clothes, food vendors and restaurants. Nearby you can also find Siam Paragon and Siam Center for a more luxury shopping experience. We recommend stopping by this area, not only to shop, but because we love the mall food courts for authentic thai food. This area is also easily assessible by BTS and nearby to other hotels, restaurants and bars.
ICON Siam
Icon Siam is one of the newest luxury shopping malls in Bangkok and one of the largest in Asia. While you may be thinking "it's just a mall", Francis and Serena love this place so much because it brings some of the best food stall vendors and craft makers in Thailand together in one place (WITH AIR CONDITIONING). The Mall also has plenty of places to just hang out, escape the heat and see some of the best views of the city. Icon Siam is easily assessible by public transport and has their own boat to take you across the river from Saphan Taksin BTS stop.
Khaosan Road
Khao San Road is a popular tourist area to have casual drinks with friends, with 2 for 1 liquor buckets, or to get your fix of fried grasshoppers. Serena spent many nights here when studying abroad in Bangkok.
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Chatuchak Weekend Market is where you can get all of your bargain shopping done while in Bangkok and is assessible by both MRT and BTS. This market is mainly open on Saturday and Sunday. Remember to always bargain when shopping at local street vendors. If you do not have time to visit bangkok on the weekend, there are still many local night markets to visit during the week to get your bargain shopping done.
Yaowarat Road (Chinatown)
For more food adventures, visit Bangkok's Chinatown district, now assessible by MRT. Chinatown not only has amazing chinese food, but also is known for its seafood restaurants, Thai street food, and dessert stalls.
Mahanakhon Skywalk
One of Bangkok's newest attractions is the Mahanakhon Skywalk, where you can see amazing views of the city. This attraction is also right next to the wedding venue and assessible by BTS.
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a northern Thai city, easily assessible by daily flights from Don Mueang Airport. The city is known for ancient temples, hiking, elephant conservations, and hill tribes. You will also find amazing food, shopping, and night markets in the city as well.
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is another northern city, close to the Laos and Myanmar boarders. The city is well know for it's gorgeous temples, mountains and royal flower gardens. Daily flights are available from Don Mueang Airport, however many people choose to add this city on their intinerary when visiting Chiang Mai, as it is about 3 hours by car. The city is easily assessible by car, bus or train from Chiang Mai.
Phuket
Phuket is one of the most famous destinations in Thailand. It is well known for it's crystal clear waters and limestone cliffs. While the area is beautiful, many of the main areas of the region are overcrowded with tourists, so we recommed choosing more secluded accomodations if you plan on visiting the area. Phuket is also easily assessible by daily flights from Don Mueang Airport. Francis and Serena are planning a trip after the wedding to Khao Lak, which is about 90 miles north of Phuket. Please let us know if you would like to join us on the RSVP tab of this site.
Ko Samui
Ko Samui is also another popular beach destination in Thailand, offering clear water, rainforests, and luxury resorts. The island is easily assessible by daily flights from Don Mueang Airport.