13 Hours in Bangkok
Apr 17, 2016, 5:03 pm
#1
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13 Hours in Bangkok
I have an upcoming itinerary (in 2 weeks) which has me laid over in Bangkok for 13 hours. I have never been there before, so I thought it would potentially be enough time to hit some sites. I don't arrive until 8:30 PM and then leave a 9:30 AM the next morning. Any recommendations for places to see/do/don't do?
Apr 17, 2016, 8:50 pm
#3
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you could probably see the Erawan Shrine.
And maybe a rooftop bar with a view over the city.
Depending where you're coming from you might better off just getting some rest and staying near the airport
And maybe a rooftop bar with a view over the city.
Depending where you're coming from you might better off just getting some rest and staying near the airport
Apr 17, 2016, 11:23 pm
#4
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If you are into nightlife, this is an excellent opportunity. No need to book a hotel room. Hit the bars / clubs downtown and take a taxi back to BKK in the morning + get a rest/sleep on your flight ex BKK.
If you are not into this, get a nice hotel room downtown Bangkok (e.g. on Sukhumvit Rd) and go out for dinner/drinks. Take a taxi to the airport at 7:30AM.
If you are not into this, get a nice hotel room downtown Bangkok (e.g. on Sukhumvit Rd) and go out for dinner/drinks. Take a taxi to the airport at 7:30AM.
Apr 18, 2016, 8:34 am
#5
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Depending on formalities, etc. you won't get into town until 10 pm. Not much sightseeing unless you the 'night-life'. If you do partake, best to store your passport, etc. in safe place.
Also, depending on where you stay, note both traffic and airport are both crowded in the morning. Leave no later than 7 am if you're in Sukhumvit area.
Also, depending on where you stay, note both traffic and airport are both crowded in the morning. Leave no later than 7 am if you're in Sukhumvit area.
Apr 22, 2016, 3:57 pm
#7
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If you decide to just be mobile for the time you are there, you can drop your bag at the left luggage counter on the departure level, which is open 24 hours. You will need to keep your passport with you, as you need it to pick up the left luggage in the morning.