Surroundings

Neilson Hays Library is a little-known oasis for both the mind and body in chaotic Bangkok. Libraries are already quite rare in the Thai capital. Neilson Hays Library is not only is Neilson Hays Library a book hub, but also an all-English one to boot.

The Grand Postal Office is an imposing monument in intimate Bangrak with a bright future as an event's location. It was designed by architects Miw Jitrasen Aphaiwong and Phrasarot Ratnanimman and stands today as a strong form of the brutalist style.

Nestled deep in an intimate alley in the Creative District is ATT 19, an elegant mixed-use compound that marries old and new. ATT 19 is a multidisciplinary retail, art, and exhibition space, and is now in the space of what once was Arthorn Suksa, a retired old Chinese school that used to serve the children of the community. The structure of the compound was constructed close to the turn of the 20th century, making it more than a hundred years old. After the school stopped operations, the space was restored in a way that honored the old teak wood materials. Using only reclaimed wood, tiles, and bricks, it was redesigned to become a modern yet classic locale. ATT 19 fuses together art, design, lifestyle, food, and fashion harmoniously. And all of it is the doing of one family.

The lively Patpong Night Market is one of Bangkok's most fascinating local markets and a must-visit for ardent shoppers. Tnteresting merchandise from Thai handicrafts, souvenirs, clothes, watches, jewellery; one can find just about anything in Patpong. There are also several bars and clubs in the area and numerous food stalls where you can gorge on delicious local Thai food.

Bangkok's Chinatown is one of the largest Chinatowns in the world. There is no better way to experience Bangkok’s Chinatown than simply getting lost. The three roads you need to know are Song Wat, Soi Wanit 1/Sampeng Lane, and Yaowarat. Between these three parallel roads are networks of small streets full of markets, street foods, local businesses that will take up the entire afternoon to explore.

Charoenkrung Road, running from Bang Rak to Rattanakosin, is one of the first paved roads laid in Bangkok. The Creative District is full of street food vendors, funky bars, fun new eateries, art galleries, artisan workshops, and boutiques. In February each year, Bangkok Design Week, a project of Thailand Creative and Design Centre (TCDC), attracts thousands of people to explore the area along Charoenkrung Road.

Wat Hua Lamphong is an authentic Buddhist temple where various aspects of Thai cultures, traditions, and beliefs are observed regularly. Lamphong Buddhists are known to believe in Karma; hence, visitors go there to make a merit of good karma. It is just a stone’s throw away from MRT Sam Yan Station and is situated close to Hua Lamphong Station.

The latest contemporary mall to open in Bangkok, the retail zone brings together top Thai and international brands, roof top terrace, celebrity fitness centres and 24 hour food court that hosts 10 reputable restaurants from the surrounding Sam Yan, Saphan Lueng and Yaowarat neighbourhoods.

Asiatique The Riverfront is one of the most unique and popular night markets in Bangkok. It has successfully combined two of the most popular shopping experiences in the city: a night bazaar and shopping mall experience.

With more than a thousand boutique stalls, Asiatique combines shopping, dining, sightseeing, activities and events under one roof. The strong cultural aspect is what sets it apart from other shopping malls.

Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre is Thailand’s premier venue for international meetings, conferences and exhibitions, renowned for its hospitality, service excellence and the quality of its facilities. With 65,000 sq m of space, the Centre is ideal for conferences of up to 5,000 delegates and exhibitions of up to 900 booths, supported by the latest technology, numerous in-house services and a wealth of international management experience.