Thailand in the south east Asia region is fascinating country that guarantees something amusing for everyone. The country is collage of beautiful beaches, bustling streets, cravings street foods, holy temples, captivating riverfront and thrilling boat rides. Visiting to Thailand can be done anytime around around the year as it is tropical island. However, if you opt to avoid tourist chaos then visit the country from May to October. Just to Mention, Thailand is known as chill and party country so you can be rest assured that it will offer you more than just spectacular landscape and traditional culture.
Planning trip to Thailand can be bit tedious and confusing task as it offers plethora of things to check out within its land boundaries. So, here is the list of 20 Best Things to do in Thailand right from getting of from the Thailand Airport to venturing out to these places.
Chiang Mai
Former Capital of independent Lanna Kingdom, Chiang Mai is city of old archaeological structures and religious temples. The city is located in the northern most part of Thailand which surrounded by city walls along side the water moats. Within the city, there are many astonishing Buddhist temples that includes 14th-century Wat Phra Singh and 15th-century Wat Chedi Luang Shrines. Besides that, It is not jaw dropping knowing the fact that millions of travelers have been entranced by this city even for its spirited nightlife and shoppers spots. Being said that, Sunday Night Market is must visit place if you are enthusiast about live street performers, artistic musicians and the vendors selling handmade crafts.
Pai
Founded around 800 years ago, Pai is small town sits on the Mountain nurtured with surrounding adventurous hiking trails, spattering waterfalls. To keep up the adrenaline, the organizers there arrange many different activities among which are Bamboo rafting and white river rafting. Another best way to explore the true sightseeing of Pai is to take walk on the picturesque bamboo bridge that is surrounded by greenfield grass and range of mountains. While at night you can visit bustling streets of the booming shopping stalls and street food restaurants.
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is the northern city in Thailand, well known as commercial hub and part of golden triangle borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. While it is calm and relaxed in the day, the night serves as base for night clubs, unique traditional stalls and restaurants. Speaking about the cultural aspect, the place features many different infamous temples including the magnificent Wat Rong Khun White temple which is no less than marvel in itselff. At night, you can visit the traditional golden clock tower which is impressively lighten up with colorful spot lights and later head to the night stalls selling souvenirs at fairly cheap price.
Ayyuthaya
Just to the north of capital Bangkok, is the city of Ayutthaya raised entirely by the year 1767 after the initial construction started in 1350. Interestingly, the name is derived from the city of Ayodhya in India, the home of lord Rama. Ayutthaya sits on the island that is situated at the confluence of three rivers connecting it to the gulf of Thailand. Once trading port and capital of Siam Kingdom is currently reckoned as UNESCO World Heritage Site for its archaeological structures, brimming Buddhist temples, monasteries and holy ancient statues covering most of the historical park of the Ayutthaya city.
Phanum Rung
Phanum Rung is Hindu temple and significant part of Khmer Empire that sits on the tip of the extincted volcano. The outstanding architecture of the temple represents the true creativity of the creator Suryavarman II who built the shrine with sandstone during the 11th Century. Whole temple is delicately constructed in reference to Mount Kailash which is sacred home of lord Shiva. Still todayy the temple is well preserved with true aura of holy energy surrounding the temple.
Railay Beach
Located between the two coast of Thailand Krabi and Ao Nangin respectively, Railay Beach is small peninsula with clean beaches and exaggerating hills. However, to reach the coast isn't really that straight through and can only be accessed by longtail boats because of huge limestone cliffs that cuts of the mainland Thailand access. This small isolated beach offers lot more adrenaline activities than anywhere in the country, specially the high cliff climbing and boat surfing. If you decide to spend more than day in the beach, then rent home stay in either least expensive bungalow or premium resort.
Khao Sok National Park
Considered as most beautiful evergreen forest in the world, Khao Sok National Park is the natural wildlife reserve situated in the southern region of Thailand. The park comprises of jungle forests, limestone karsts, caves, waterfalls, rivers and lakes. Along with the natural serene beauty it is also home to some of the rare species such as asian elephants, hornbill birds, gibbons, tapirs and ferocious tigers. There are several trekking trails in the park that route straight through the jungle, providing you the opportunity to observe and experience the wild animals from close proximity. Additionally, the park also features the floating row house facing the stunning scenery which is worth any penny you spend for accommodation.
Kanchnaburi
Established in the 18th Century, the Kanchanaburi town in the western region of Thailand is popularly known its historical Death Railway Bridge built above the Kwai River during the WWII. There are also Museums and Cemetery that mention this ancient history and photographs of the bridge, along with tourist attractions of the city. One of the most amazing place outside the Kanchnaburi town is Erawan National Park features some of the beautiful waterfalls and natural streaks passing through the dense forest. Furthermore, there are also man made cultural and historical marvels situated just in the middle of dense forest such as Wat Tham Suea temple and Hillfire Pass respectively.
Chiang Mai to Pai Road
Someone once said, While you are on the foreign land and seeking to understand their culture and evident the true side of the country, it is advisable to go for long drive along the country side. This route from Chiang Mai to Pai Road is one such long drive where you will observe stunning sightseeing on each sides of the highway. The 130 kms ride can be done using rental scooter or private car which will equally take up around three-four hour with 762 sharp turns passing through the dense jungle. Chiang Mai to Pai Road is also known as Route 1095.
Bangkok
The Capital Bangkok is Cosmopolitan Metropolitan city that serves as base for business activities and International tourists seeking to visit the nearest attraction points. It can arguably be hottest place for some visiting for the first time, however that is easily overshadowed with delicious street foods and vibrant lifestyle. Right in the city there are several magnificent temples, including the famous Wat Arun temple which is no less than landmark that sits on bank of the Chao Phraya river. Interestingly, Bangkok is also home one such weird place namely the Ghost Tower which is definitely scary as you climb to the top only if you manage to get past the security. If you get what we mean then. Furthermore, at night experience the Khaosan Road for nightlife, shopping and typical street foods.
Thai Islands
Thai Islands is basically constellation of islands stands right of the coast of Thailand. These islands are considered exceptional in the world specially for their beautiful scenery and clean beaches. Each beaches in the constellation is famous for their different kind of activities such as Ko Phi Phi for party animals, Maya Bay beach for stunning landscape, Ko Samui for visual feast and rejuvenating natural experience, Ko Tao for nightlife, restaurants and diving spots, etc. Just to Mention, Maya Bay beach is place where Leonardo DiCaprio shot his movie "The Beach" that was released in 2000.
Dusit Zoo
Situated in the Central of Bangkok the Dusit Zoo is the oldest zoo among the 20 other in the country. The zoo is home to 2218 animals that includes popular American alligators, Humboldt penguins, red pandas, Thai brow-antlered deers, Asian elephants, Red-shanked doucs along with tapirs and their representing 329 species. Considering the fact that the zoo sits in the center of Bangkok, it is easily accessible from nearest Ramathibodhi Train Station and 28 minutes distance from Ratchathewi BTS station.
Thai Massage
Thailand is well known for many reasons, one of which is its Thai Massage. The process includes lot of classic stretching and accu pressure in vital areas of the body. It is popular among Tourists and locals looking for reducing fatigue and stress. There are several Massage parlors around the country specially in the mainland Bangkok. The typical Thai Massage might cost you from 300 to 600 bahts for 2 hours of session and accordingly even more if opted for larger duration session.
Grand Palace
Built in 1782 at the center of Capital Bangkok, this spectacular Grand Palace was home of Kings of Siam and later served as Royal court and the administrative seat of government. This staggering 54 acres Grand Palace comprises of multiple magnificent archaeological structures and statues which are covered with golden clad and detailed handcrafts. The complete strolling around all of the architectures could cost you around 500 bahts that also includes the access to significant Buddhist Wat Phra Kaew temple.
Nana Plaza
Nana Plaza is world's largest adult playground located in the capital Bangkok which is easily accessible from BTS Skytrain Nana Station. This three storey commercial building is filled with several themed go-go bars with gleaming neon lights for the same. If Nana Plaza isn't what you have craving for then, there are several other concentrated red light districts in the area namely, the Soi Cowboy and Patpong.
Koh Phi Phi
Koh Phi Phi beach facing the Andaman sea is part of clustered Phi Phi Islands which shoot to fame after Leonardo DiCaprio filmed his famous movie "The Beach". The beach is popular among tourists and visitors for its stunning atmosphere and glittering nightlife.
Phahurat Market
This little India in the center of Bangkok is one of the most visited spot specially among Indians for its authentic foods and traditional clothes. The Phahurat Market is maintained and operated by Indian Merchants based in Thailand. The market is located across the stretch of Phahurat Road, making it easily accessible through private and public transport.
Yaowarat Market
Just in short walk distance from Phahurat Market is Yaowarat Market, well known as Bangkok's Chinatown. This bustling place comprises of several shops selling betting tickets and exotic foods. The place is popular destination among gourmands and food enthusiast. The market is spanned along with Yaowarat Road that stretches to Charoen Krung Road in the Central Bangkok.
Krabi Island
Standing firm to the term tropical Island, Krabi Island is laid back resort town in the southern region of Thailand that includes many tropical hotspots and fresh water restaurants. Just Outside the Krabi beach, there are infamous four little pack of Islands, namely the Koh Poda, Koh Ghai, Koh Tub and Koh Mor. These spectacular islands are completely made with limestone karsts and mangrove forest on the top which in person looks absolutely amazing. While this is not just to appraise about, the clean blue turquoise waters around the limestone karsts formations and beaches is arguably astonishing in the world.
Tonsai Private Beach
While we already mentioned in this list of Things to do in Thailand about how exciting is to visit the Railay Beach in the small peninsula with clean beaches and huge cliffs. However, little did visitors know about the Railay beach is that it also home to extremely isolated private beach, locally known as Tonsai Beach. The Tonsai Beach can be reached passing through the through the side of the huge limestone cliffs.
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