9 Most Instagrammable Places in Bangkok
Where to Take Stunning Photos of Bangkok to Impress Your Friends?
The most Instagrammable places in Bangkok illustrate why the Thai capital is one of the most frequently photographed places in the world. Sure, Bangkok isn’t blessed with the good looks of Kyoto or Rome, but there’s no arguing that Thailand’s capital has a unique charm. It’s a smiling, gap-toothed giant of a city, and its qualities are often captured through the lens by professional and aspiring photographers.
Our years of experience exploring every corner of Bangkok has left us with a detailed knowledge about where to take photos. Follow our tips to ensure you return home with images that will impress your friends and create a lifetime of nostalgia. We promise, they’ll be perfect for Instagram!
1. Wat Arun
Discover the magic of this monumental Buddhist temple
Good for: History, Photo, Budget
Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is one of ancient Bangkok’s most alluring images. While the temple is located on the Thonburi side of the river, the best photographs are taken from across the water on the city side. Choose a bar opposite and take your time with glass in hand.
Where to shoot: In the morning, the rising sun bathes Wat Arun in first rays when viewed from the city side of the river, whereas at sunset, professional photographers can snap beautiful silhouettes in front of a deep orange orb. Alternately, take a river cruise in the evening to see this stunning Khmer-style temple lit up under starlight. All times are good times at this historic Bangkok landmark. Read more
Location: 158 Wang Doem Road, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
Open: Daily from 8 am to 6 pm
Phone: +66 2 891 2185
Wat Arun
2. Golden Chedi at The Grand Palace
Shimmers brilliantly in the sunlight
Good for: History, Photo
The Golden Palace is the most famous palace in Thailand. The former seat of the King, this magnificent complex boasts several postcard-worthy vistas. The biggest challenge for happy snappers is finding a nice angle which is free from thousands of visitors blocking the view.
Where to shoot: The most popular place to photograph the golden stupa is next to the ticket booths. From here, you’ll see spires stretching elegantly into the sky, with many arched temple roofs glinting in the sunshine. Get a shot of Wat Pra Keaw (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) almost free of people when the gates open in the morning. Remember to dress appropriately with shoulders and knees covered. Read more
Location: Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Open: Daily from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm
Golden Chedi at The Grand Palace
3. Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho
Bangkok’s symbol of spiritual enlightenment
Good for: History, Photo, Budget
Wat Pho is a huge temple complex with many buildings and stupas inside, though it’s the reclining Buddha that draws the crowds. Perhaps the most famous Buddha in Thailand and wildly popular with pro photographers, there are two classic shots to take of this 46-foot sculpture.
Where to shoot: The first position is looking directly up at the Buddha’s serene face (bring a wide-angle lens for best results). The other position is down by the feet of the Buddha. Adorned with intricate mother-of-pearl details, with the full length of the statue still in shot, this is where people queue for a photo with their family and friends. It’s tough to get a shot here without others intruding, so make sure you channel your inner patience. Read more
Location: 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Open: Daily from 8 am to 7.30pm
Phone: +66 83 057 7100
Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho
4. Yaowarat Road (Chinatown)
The beating heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown
Good for: Ekonomik, Gece yaşamı, Fotoğraf
Bangkok’s Chinatown is a photographer’s playground, with intriguing scenes assaulting your senses at every turn. Even so, the most alluring image of this bustling district has to be the shot of the decorative shop signs that line the road with their multi-colored Chinese characters and fizzing neon illuminations.
Where to shoot: This scene is atmospheric and beautiful during day or night, but for the best shot, try to find the 7-Eleven at the beginning of a gentle curve in Yaowarat Road, as this allows for the most signs to be included in the photograph.
Location: Yaowarat Rd,Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand
Open: 24/7, 365-days a year.
Yaowarat Road (Chinatown)
5. The Dome at Lebua
Golden-roofed jewel atop a luxury hotel
Good for: Gece yaşamı, Fotoğraf, Sıra dışı
The Dome on top of the Lebua State Tower can be seen from miles away. Every night it’s lit up like a beacon of luxury, reflecting the collection of fine-dining restaurants and posh cocktail bars it houses. Head to Skybar for a ritzy drink and spectacular views of Bangkok, or splash out and enjoy a Mediterranean meal at Sirocco. Your iconic shot of The Dome at dusk is likely to be treasured forever.
When to shoot: Stick about 30 minutes after sunset, when the sky is awash with a dark blue hue. This sumptuous backdrop of color balances the light from the golden dome beautifully. Read more
Location: 63rd Floor, Lebua at State Tower, 1055 State Tower Si Lom Rd, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
Open: Daily from 5 pm to midnight
Phone: +66 2 624 9555
The Dome at Lebua
6. Erawan Shrine
Home of Phra Phrom: the Thai representation of Brahma
Good for: History, Photo, Budget
Erawan Shrine is one of the best places to photograph traditional dance in Bangkok. This iconic landmark can be found at Ratchadamri Junction, close to Siam. Despite being surrounded by skyscrapers, shopping malls, and the trappings of modernity, the shrine attracts devotees from far and wide who believe in the power of Brahma (or Phra Phrom in Thailand), the Hindu deity who can grant wishes. It’s believed that if a wish is granted, devotees must return and pay for the ornately dressed troupe to dance as a way to appease the god.
Where to shoot: The best angle for photos is from the overhead skywalk that passes over the shrine (it links to the Chit Lom BTS Skytrain Station) Read more
Location: 494 Ratchadamri Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Open: Daily from 6 am to 10 pm
Phone: +66 2 252 8750
Erawan Shrine
7. Lumpini Park from SO Sofitel Rooftop Bar
Bangkok’s answer to New York’s Central Park
Good for: Çiftler, Lüks, Fotoğraf
Lumpini Park is the largest green space in Downtown Bangkok and it’s best seen from HI-SO, a rooftop cocktail bar at SO Sofitel Bangkok Hotel. Bring your tripod to capture the mesmerizing 360-degree views of the oasis below and the glittering skyline with its mirrored glass buildings.
When to shoot: Any time of the afternoon or evening is wonderful for photos, so aim for between 5 pm and 6 pm. You can capture Bangkok by day or enjoy the sunset before the park’s streetlights start twinkling. Make sure you try one of the bars exquisite drinks. Read more
Location: 29th & 30th Floor, SO Sofitel Bangkok, 2 N Sathon Rd, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
Open: Daily from 5 pm to 1 am
Phone: +66 2 624 0000
Lumpini Park from SO Sofitel Rooftop Bar
8. Cityscape from Baiyoke Tower II
Unforgettable views from a duo of observation decks
Good for: Nightlife, Photo, Unusual
Located in Bangkok’s Ratchathewi district, the 88-storey Baiyoke Tower II offers bird’s-eye views over Thailand’s capital, and on clear days, you can see well into neighboring provinces. It’s the third tallest building in the city, after MahaNakhon and Magnolias Waterfront Residences, and offers public observation decks on the 77th and 84th floors.
Where to shoot: The night shot from the viewing decks, looking east over the tangle of expressways and skyscrapers, is an instant classic. Meanwhile, those with a video camera setting or GoPro might consider a time-lapse video. Read more
Location: Baiyoke Tower 2, 222 Ratchaprarop Rd, Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Open: Skywalk and observation deck open daily from 10 am to 10 pm
Phone: +66 2 656 3000
Cityscape from Baiyoke Tower II
9. The Fountain at Siam Paragon
Modern retail complex with a fabulous water show
Good for: Families, Photo, Shoppers
Siam Paragon is one of the most photographed places in Bangkok. While this high-class mall is most popular for shopping and dining, many travelers often take a snap of its architecturally impressive exterior and epic illuminated fountain that dazzles out front.
Where to shoot: The best place for photos is from outside the shopping mall on the mezzanine level, which leads to Siam BTS Skytrain Station. Stand just behind the fountain and wait for the water to jet into the air, with the glass-and-steel atrium of Siam Paragon serving as a brilliant backdrop. Read more
Location: 991 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Open: Daily from 10 am to 10 pm
Phone: +66 2 690 1000
The Fountain at Siam Paragon
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