Just Landed in Bangkok – Where Should I Start?"

[Bens-Journey]

Hi everyone,

 

Been reading this forum a while, some might say "lurking" and I decided to ask you guys for help along the way if that's ok.

Well, here I am—Bangkok! After a 12-hour flight, I’m finally here, and wow, this place hits you the moment you step out of the airport. The heat, the humidity, and the smell of street food wafting through the air—it’s overwhelming but amazing at the same time.

I checked into a small hotel near Sukhumvit Road, and the area is buzzing. There are colorful lights, street vendors shouting to get your attention, and the smell of grilled meat and spices everywhere. Speaking of which, I tried my first Pad Thai from a street stall. Delicious, but I think I might’ve accidentally eaten a chili. My tongue is still on fire!

Now, here’s where I need help. I want to dive into the city without just doing all the touristy stuff. What are some unique experiences in Bangkok that you think I shouldn’t miss? Bonus points if they involve food or places to meet some interesting people!

[Bday Prang]

Simply ask a tuk tuk driver, any of them would be delighted to take care of you 

[Will B Good]

3 minutes ago, Bday Prang said:

Simply ask a tuk tuk driver, any of them would be delighted to take care of you 

 

Are you sure you've landed in BKK?....it's b****y freezing.....that aside, head for Nana Plaza soi 4 and fill your boots....then soi 7 then.....well I'm sure you've done your research.....555

[Hummin]

10 minutes ago, Bens-Journey said:

Hi everyone,

 

Been reading this forum a while, some might say "lurking" and I decided to ask you guys for help along the way if that's ok.

Well, here I am—Bangkok! After a 12-hour flight, I’m finally here, and wow, this place hits you the moment you step out of the airport. The heat, the humidity, and the smell of street food wafting through the air—it’s overwhelming but amazing at the same time.

I checked into a small hotel near Sukhumvit Road, and the area is buzzing. There are colorful lights, street vendors shouting to get your attention, and the smell of grilled meat and spices everywhere. Speaking of which, I tried my first Pad Thai from a street stall. Delicious, but I think I might’ve accidentally eaten a chili. My tongue is still on fire!

Now, here’s where I need help. I want to dive into the city without just doing all the touristy stuff. What are some unique experiences in Bangkok that you think I shouldn’t miss? Bonus points if they involve food or places to meet some interesting people!

No Idea

Goji Bar and restaurant sukhumvit 22

 

A few bars at the beginning you can enjoy a few after som quality food

[KhunLA]

12 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

 

Are you sure you've landed in BKK?....it's b****y freezing.

Does make you wonder ... 

 

Then again, 20 might seem warm if coming from zero.

 

For OP, depends where your hotel is.  First night, 12 hr flight, might be a chill or festive spot near you.  Go full steam tomorrow.

[Real Name Hidden]

Nana Plaza

[BarBoy]

3 hours ago, Bens-Journey said:

Now, here’s where I need help. I want to dive into the city without just doing all the touristy stuff. What are some unique experiences in Bangkok that you think I shouldn’t miss

Ping pong show. Soapy massage. Can’t go wrong.

[zepplin]

13 hours ago, BarBoy said:

Ping pong show. Soapy massage. Can’t go wrong.

We are a kind bunch here, only giving you the best advice!

[OneMoreFarang]

17 hours ago, Bens-Journey said:

this place hits you the moment you step out of the airport. The heat, the humidity

It doesn't get much cooler than it is now. Many Thais are almost freezing.

 

I suggest get a nice massage and relax. You can choose between the traditional massage and the not so traditional - up to you.

17 hours ago, Bens-Journey said:

I checked into a small hotel near Sukhumvit Road, [...]

I want to dive into the city without just doing all the touristy stuff.

 

Sukhumvit Road, at least lower Sukhumvit, is full of tourists and all the sellers who sell to tourists. If you don't want any of this, then go to another place.

But be aware that in the not so touristy places fewer Thais speak English. And in the tourist areas you will be able to get tourist spicy food (= not spicy). In Thai areas you will get HOT Thai food. Can you handle that?

[Lacessit]

17 hours ago, Will B Good said:

 

Are you sure you've landed in BKK?....it's b****y freezing.....that aside, head for Nana Plaza soi 4 and fill your boots....then soi 7 then.....well I'm sure you've done your research.....555

Don't come to Chiang Rai, it's brass monkeys' weather.

 

Stay in Bangkok with the wimps.

 

Serious advice - don't get legless, and don't carry too much cash. 2-3K baht is all you should need for a night on the town.

[chickenslegs]

Sky Train. You can get an all day pass for the green line and hop on and off wherever you fancy.

https://thaiest.com/blog/bangkok-bts-skytrain-one-day-pass

 

 

[CharlieH]

Trolling posts removed.

[DaLa]

1 hour ago, Lacessit said:

Don't come to Chiang Rai, it's brass monkeys' weather.

 

Stay in Bangkok with the wimps.

 

Serious advice - don't get legless, and don't carry too much cash. 2-3K baht is all you should need for a night on the town.

2-3 k ? By the time the ladies in Stumble Inn have honed in on him he'll be bahtless by 8 PM.

[Will B Good]

2 hours ago, Lacessit said:

Don't come to Chiang Rai, it's brass monkeys' weather.

 

Stay in Bangkok with the wimps.

 

Serious advice - don't get legless, and don't carry too much cash. 2-3K baht is all you should need for a night on the town.

 

No lady drinks then.....555

[Lacessit]

1 hour ago, Will B Good said:

 

No lady drinks then.....555

Wow, Bangkok is expensive. 2-3K is all I have ever needed for a night out in Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai, and that includes someone to love me long time.

Mind you, that was about 10 years ago.

Ask BMT, he is au fait with the current COP.

[Lacessit]

17 hours ago, BarBoy said:

Ping pong show. Soapy massage. Can’t go wrong.

You forgot the cigars that are used to blow smoke rings.

[Will B Good]

18 minutes ago, Lacessit said:

Wow, Bangkok is expensive. 2-3K is all I have ever needed for a night out in Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai, and that includes someone to love me long time.

Mind you, that was about 10 years ago.

Ask BMT, he is au fait with the current COP.

 

Try as you may the cash just disappears in BKK.....beer (depending where you go obvs) is more expensive than inner London

[Grumpy one]

Have a few beers at the nearest bar, you will no doubt find the love of your life and no doubt she will plan the marriage for next month

[lanng khao]

2 hours ago, DaLa said:

2-3 k ? By the time the ladies in Stumble Inn have honed in on him he'll be bahtless by 8 PM.

That won't even last a hour if he starts off in the all day all night bar next door and wans working..

[Tarteso]

Run to 7-11,  ask for a face mask PM95.👍

[ChaiyaTH]

Patpong in Silom after a day trip around the river and china town, you will meet some interesting 'people' :D

[save the frogs]

21 hours ago, Bens-Journey said:

Bonus points if they involve food or places to meet some interesting people!

there are no interesting people

[Captain Flack]

Trolling post removed.

[RJRS1301]

22 hours ago, Bens-Journey said:

Hi everyone,

 

Been reading this forum a while, some might say "lurking" and I decided to ask you guys for help along the way if that's ok.

Well, here I am—Bangkok! After a 12-hour flight, I’m finally here, and wow, this place hits you the moment you step out of the airport. The heat, the humidity, and the smell of street food wafting through the air—it’s overwhelming but amazing at the same time.

I checked into a small hotel near Sukhumvit Road, and the area is buzzing. There are colorful lights, street vendors shouting to get your attention, and the smell of grilled meat and spices everywhere. Speaking of which, I tried my first Pad Thai from a street stall. Delicious, but I think I might’ve accidentally eaten a chili. My tongue is still on fire!

Now, here’s where I need help. I want to dive into the city without just doing all the touristy stuff. What are some unique experiences in Bangkok that you think I shouldn’t miss? Bonus points if they involve food or places to meet some interesting people!

Coconut milk & or cucumber helps with hot chilli until you acclimatise to it

[wavodavo]

On 1/10/2025 at 10:04 PM, Bens-Journey said:

Hi everyone,

 

Been reading this forum a while, some might say "lurking" and I decided to ask you guys for help along the way if that's ok.

Well, here I am—Bangkok! After a 12-hour flight, I’m finally here, and wow, this place hits you the moment you step out of the airport. The heat, the humidity, and the smell of street food wafting through the air—it’s overwhelming but amazing at the same time.

I checked into a small hotel near Sukhumvit Road, and the area is buzzing. There are colorful lights, street vendors shouting to get your attention, and the smell of grilled meat and spices everywhere. Speaking of which, I tried my first Pad Thai from a street stall. Delicious, but I think I might’ve accidentally eaten a chili. My tongue is still on fire!

Now, here’s where I need help. I want to dive into the city without just doing all the touristy stuff. What are some unique experiences in Bangkok that you think I shouldn’t miss? Bonus points if they involve food or places to meet some interesting people!

Soi 6 would be a good start especialy if youv'e got a pocket full of money and if you ring the bell in a bar you will have a stack of instant friends and you will not get lonely.

[couchpotato]

20 minutes ago, wavodavo said:

Soi 6 would be a good start especialy if youv'e got a pocket full of money and if you ring the bell in a bar you will have a stack of instant friends and you will not get lonely.

Wrong City..he is in BKK,

[GypsyT]

18 hours ago, Will B Good said:

Try as you may the cash just disappears in BKK.....beer (depending where you go obvs) is more expensive than inner London

On the way to BKK from Jomtien I was sitting next to a guy from Cambodia. He had spent a night on Soi Cowboy and told:

"You buy tiny 'girl drink' for 240 B. She gets 70 B of it, the owner rest. After 5 she tells how much a quickie in upstairs or a full night." He didn't say what they were nor did I ask.

 

I think it's fair dealing between adults. I wouldn't go for it but don't see it's wrong.

 

 

[Will B Good]

1 hour ago, GypsyT said:

On the way to BKK from Jomtien I was sitting next to a guy from Cambodia. He had spent a night on Soi Cowboy and told:

"You buy tiny 'girl drink' for 240 B. She gets 70 B of it, the owner rest. After 5 she tells how much a quickie in upstairs or a full night." He didn't say what they were nor did I ask.

 

I think it's fair dealing between adults. I wouldn't go for it but don't see it's wrong.

 

 

 

Accidentally done that myself........God knows how many times.....I'm very accident prone.

[Anthony mellows]

Try sukhumvit road soi 33/1. 4 great sports bars on a small road.

Royal oak, laughing tiger, o'sheas, and Robin Hood.

[save the frogs]

this guy has a fairly comprehensive list ....

 

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