bina Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 there is a horrible possibility that my (thai) husband will be in bangkok studying /working in cooking classes while he is on his home visit. he wil then be living in cheapy aprt housing for labourers or students... which means that i may be in bangkok instead of his village for a week, and not looking forward to it at all... we are both country banork types so any suggestions of what to do or see in bangkok that isnt shopping/markets/wats? intereseting parks, or some wierd museum, that anyone could suggest. yes yes there is lonely planet etc but prefer to hear of intereseting things from people also. im not a city person, clueless is more the word, have minimal city savvy, and limited funds. he will most likely be living in some not central (tourist) area (been there in those areas before and usually its just cheap cheap apartments and at night not thrilling to walk around alone). have been to wats and the usual tourist sites previous time and we couldnt wait to get back to his village. bars etc are strictly not an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thongkorn Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 There is plenty to see if you like walking. there are Numerous parks, get yourself a book, Travel by sky train if a longer journey, i find there are alot of friendly people about if you ask in the correct manner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tromboneman Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 the Snake Farm is cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guru Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 Siriraj Hospital medical museum Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durianwriter Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 I'm with you on cities. Try out Bangkok's "Green Lung" an area that somehow escaped intense urban development just over the river from downtown Bangkok, or take a walk on Koh Kret in Nonthaburi, which has only a walking/motorcycle track and no real roads. There's also supposed to be some nice bicycle riding in Thonburi as well as a few quiet and rural guesthouses. If you feel like it, rent a longtailed boat and cruise down the narrow canals (khlongs). Some of these are still lined with orchards. There's supposed to be some good orchid farms around as well if you're into flowers. Have a nice time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loles Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 My advise you go and admire ERAWAN (south sukhumvit rd), if you like the Thai legendary visit Mae Nak shrine (Wat Mahabut, On Nut rd). Shopping in JJ Mall, wich is close to Mo Chit BTS terminal station and at work days is not crowded at all, you can find there normal prices. About fashion shopping, every-where, every thing is all the same, and the prices are also almost same if you look the different brands. Have a nice trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bina Posted April 9, 2014 Author Share Posted April 9, 2014 Loles thnx but I detest shopping...durian sounds like good ideas...am waiting on hubby to make a plan but he is on thai time so will see...klongs boats sound fun as do orchids..what about butterfly museum? Anyone been? Sent from my GT-I9300 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfalfa19 Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I enjoyed the vianmanmek mansion. Also, Lumpini Park is a very nice place to walk, or jog, it's very peaceful, and has some beautiful landscaping. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcgold Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Bangkok is my favorite city on earth. To me - the countryside is boring. So much to see - you could spend 100 years here and never see it all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrilled Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I hit the malls,at least it's not hot inside.Bangkok is A hot city Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samuijimmy Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Bangkok Zoo could give you a days outing.... not too bad as zoos go! Fairly nice park like setting if I remember, it's been a few years since I went... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandguy Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 There are a few good 'floating markets' on the Samut Prakan and Chonburi side of Bangkok. Original old building on the side of a klong. Big attraction for Thais. Not close to central Bangkok. There is another closer to town but in the Mon district, which is also an attraction and closer to town. Here is a link, sounds like it has gotten much busier, but the old fashioned food sold there was really arroy. http://www.thai-blogs.com/2008/11/09/bang-nampheung-floating-market/ I also really love the Jim Thompson House. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit1984 Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Chatuchak park next to BTS Mo-Chit and MRT Chatuchak - nice big park (and easy to reach) - has butterfly house and bicycles to rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slipperylobster Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Soi Cowboy.... Nothing else good to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bendshead Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I also hate cities so all I can suggest is Koh Kret (as did another poster). You won't feel like you're in Bangkok. Rent the bicycles and just dig out every nook on this little island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camerata Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Definitely Koh Kret. Also Ancient Siam, which is about an hour from central Bangkok. Lumpini is Tent City at present. Benjakitti Park might be better. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baneko Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 A walk round Chinatown is OK. Sent from my GT-I9300T using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suradit69 Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 My advise you go and admire ERAWAN (south sukhumvit rd), if you like the Thai legendary visit Mae Nak shrine (Wat Mahabut, On Nut rd). Shopping in JJ Mall, wich is close to Mo Chit BTS terminal station and at work days is not crowded at all, you can find there normal prices. About fashion shopping, every-where, every thing is all the same, and the prices are also almost same if you look the different brands. Have a nice trip. The O/P did make (an apparently too subtle) comment that she wasn't looking for shopping/markets or wats. " any suggestions of what to do or see in bangkok that isnt shopping/markets/wats?" "Wat Mahabu" "shopping in JJ Mall," "About fashion shopping," 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morch Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Koh Kret is indeed a nice getaway, can take a boat along the river to get there (service ends a bit early, I think). There are actually a couple of backpacker guesthouses on the island, and it's possible to rent bicycles. Better to avoid Koh Kret on weekends, as it can get extremely crowded. Every Wednesday and Thursday, Chatuchak Weekend Market hosts nursery (grown trees to orchids), while most of the shops are closed. Taking a long boat on the river - head early to the pier, easier to bargain and not that hot later on. Got to be really clear on details (how long and route). Off rush hours the public boats are not too bad for passing the time. The Forensic Museum near Siriraj Hospital is somewhat gruesome, not everyone's cup of tea. If you dig weirdness, by all means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Nixon Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 If you enjoy architecture just walk and look up. If you enjoy people just sit and observe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitar God Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I went to an outdoor (with netting over the top) butterfly farm/museum in St. Maarten and it was a lot more interesting that I was expected. They had some amazing varieties of butterflys and they were in all stages of their life, from caterpillars to larvae to pupa to chrysalis to butterfly to ex-butterflies which you could buy mounted and framed. I haven't been to any in Thailand but they're probably the same. If you've never been to one, I'd recommend it. Loles thnx but I detest shopping...durian sounds like good ideas...am waiting on hubby to make a plan but he is on thai time so will see...klongs boats sound fun as do orchids..what about butterfly museum? Anyone been?Sent from my GT-I9300 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bina Posted April 10, 2014 Author Share Posted April 10, 2014 Some great ideas and info! Thanx...I will deginstely research up some of the suggestions..afraid to ser zoos as I ran one and am very critical about displays conditions etc. we did a Butterfly farm in israel but small and not a huge succes so am interested to see in a tropical setting..body parts r too wierd even for me...nursuries for plants are great! hadnt thought about that. Again..great ideas...to all who took the time Sent from my GT-I9300 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trentham Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 One of my favourite places is the Pak Klong flower market. It is best to go at 9.00 or 10.00 PM. You said earlier that you don't like shopping and you do not have to buy flowers here. It is just beautiful to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggt Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 You could visit the various recent bombing and grenade attack sites...take some pics...send emails to friends... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bina Posted April 10, 2014 Author Share Posted April 10, 2014 Tnx trenthsm. Will do . ggt u r an idiot. I live in israel I dont need to see bomb sites as ive been in them... Sent from my GT-I9300 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baneko Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 Tnx trenthsm. Will do . ggt u r an idiot. I live in israel I dont need to see bomb sites as ive been in them... Sent from my GT-I9300 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Are you from Israel or Palestine? Sent from my GT-I9300T using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shot Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 (edited) The market in China Town. Have a bowl of noodles while the motorbikes race past your table. Lots of fun, and stuff to see. Edited April 12, 2014 by Shot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plachon Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 Siriraj Hospital medical museum Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Yeah, seeing the pickled body of the wicked murderer (See-Oui?) is a must-see for anyone visiting BKK. Macabre, but nice..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bina Posted April 13, 2014 Author Share Posted April 13, 2014 hey plachon... havent seen u here for a while... to beneko; im a kibbutznik with a thai husband. and i dont do politics. so i will now start checking out ideas for things to do if and when we actually will be in bangkok. hubby doesnt have a plan. or rather, he has a thai plan which is to wait for friends to find out some info so that eventually we will know hwat we are doing... but im really enjoying the planning aspect that i am doing for myself (probably more then the actual doing aspect). a lot has to do with baht. he hsa stuff that has to be taken care of so only after can we do fun stuff with the money thats left. however i think the list ive gotten from u all is rather a good one except for the facetious comments by some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggt Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 Tnx trenthsm. Will do . ggt u r an idiot. I live in israel I dont need to see bomb sites as ive been in them... Sent from my GT-I9300 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app You are entirely too kind...enjoy your stay in BKK...I understand there are no idiots there...be happy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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