Thailand | Bangkok, Ayutthaya, and Floating Markets
I traveled around Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, and some nearby tourist destinations.
Bangkok was far more modern than I had expected, with skyscrapers, large shopping malls, and well-developed transportation systems such as the MRT and BTS.
At the same time, temples and Buddha statues can be found all throughout the city, giving a strong sense of Thailand’s Buddhist culture.
I was especially impressed by how modern cityscapes and traditional culture coexist so naturally.
Basic Information
Thailand is relatively safe, but it is still important to take the usual precautions when traveling abroad.
Tipping culture exists, but even without tipping, many people responded with warm smiles. I could truly understand why Thailand is called “The Land of Smiles.”
Credit cards are accepted in many places, but some convenience stores may have conditions such as “minimum purchase of 200 baht required for card payment.”
Cash is convenient at street food stalls and local restaurants.
Currency exchange rates also seemed better locally than at Japanese airports.
English is spoken in many places.
The local currency is the Thai Baht.
This trip mainly focused on the Bangkok area, but Thailand has many other attractive tourist destinations as well.
Major Tourist Destinations in Thailand
Capital & Historical Sites
Bangkok
Thailand’s largest city, known for royal palaces, temples, shopping malls, and street food.
Ayutthaya
Famous for its UNESCO World Heritage historical ruins.
Sukhothai
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring ruins from Thailand’s first kingdom.
Northern Thailand
Chiang Mai
Popular for ancient temples, night markets, and hill tribe culture.
Chiang Rai
Known for the famous White Temple (Wat Rong Khun).
Beaches & Resorts
Phuket
Thailand’s largest resort island.
Koh Samui
Famous for luxury resorts and beautiful beaches.
Krabi
Known for dramatic limestone cliffs and emerald-colored seas.
Phi Phi Islands
Popular for snorkeling and diving.
Nature & Activities
Khao Sok National Park
A great place to enjoy jungles and lakes.
Erawan National Park
Famous for its beautiful waterfalls and emerald-green pools.
Unique Attractions
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
A floating market where visitors can shop by boat.
Maeklong Railway Market
Famous for trains passing directly through the market.
Itinerary
This was an independent trip.
3 Nights in Bangkok
Tokyo (Haneda) → Bangkok (Stay) → Maeklong Railway Market & Floating Market → Bangkok (Stay) → Ayutthaya → Bangkok (Stay) → Tokyo (Haneda)
Ayutthaya Ruins：
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Wat Ratchaburana
Wat Lokayasutharam
Wat Phra Si Sanphet
Wat Mahathat
Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon
Maeklong Railway Market
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Food：
Pink Khao Man Gai
River Prawns
Coconut
Streets of Bangkok：
Airline Used
ANA (NH) Business Class
Haneda → Bangkok
Approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes(One in-flight meal served)
Bangkok → Haneda
Approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes(One in-flight meal served)
Flight Route Map
（Outbound Flight）
In-flight Meal (Breakfast)
Flight Route Map
(Return Flight)
In-flight Meal (Appetizer)
In-flight Meal (Main Course)
EVA Air Lounge at Suvarnabhumi International Airport (Bangkok)
The lounge had a spacious and relaxing atmosphere, with a wide variety of alcoholic drinks available.
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