It’s no big secret that Bangkok is Southeast Asia’s own version of Vegas — from the parties, speakeasies, and the number of tourists who purposefully come to live it up. However, there is more to Thailand's capital than pub crawls. Feet Do Travel share five exciting ways to enjoy the Bangkok nightlife.
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1. Climb the abandoned skyscraper
Every city has its own horror story, and Bangkok’s is that of an architect who was killed for conspiring in a political assassination plot. Locals know to avoid his masterpiece, the abandoned Sathorn Unique Condominium, along Chao Phraya River due to rumours that his spirit haunts the place. But if you’re no scaredy-cat, this building is one of the best places from which to view the Bangkok sunset. Just remember to be careful as the climb is quite narrow.
Every city has its own horror story, and Bangkok’s is that of an architect who was killed for conspiring in a political assassination plot. Locals know to avoid his masterpiece, the abandoned Sathorn Unique Condominium, along Chao Phraya River due to rumours that his spirit haunts the place. But if you’re no scaredy-cat, this building is one of the best places from which to view the Bangkok sunset. Just remember to be careful as the climb is quite narrow.
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2. Watch a Cabaret Show
The usual suggestion for a nightly show in Bangkok would be its local Broadway, the Siam Niramit. However, there other live performances to see other than this history-filled stage production, such as the colourful and dazzling ladyboy performances. Calypso Cabaret is one of few shows in the city that celebrates this exciting culture of human diversity, love, and acceptance. Thailand is no stranger to ladyboy performances, and Bangkok just happens to be at the centre of it.
The usual suggestion for a nightly show in Bangkok would be its local Broadway, the Siam Niramit. However, there other live performances to see other than this history-filled stage production, such as the colourful and dazzling ladyboy performances. Calypso Cabaret is one of few shows in the city that celebrates this exciting culture of human diversity, love, and acceptance. Thailand is no stranger to ladyboy performances, and Bangkok just happens to be at the centre of it.
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3. Watch a Muay Thai Boxing Match
Thais are obsessed with anything game-related — whether it's watching a live Muay Thai match in Lumpinee or supporting football teams in Hustlers. Outside of traditional gaming, locals and travellers alike are also known to bet on 188bet, to compliment the experience. Even if you're not a gamer or sports enthusiast, watching a Muay Thai Boxing Match will give you a good glimpse into the local culture, and give you the opportunity to interact with locals and other tourists who do have a passion for gaming and sports.
Thais are obsessed with anything game-related — whether it's watching a live Muay Thai match in Lumpinee or supporting football teams in Hustlers. Outside of traditional gaming, locals and travellers alike are also known to bet on 188bet, to compliment the experience. Even if you're not a gamer or sports enthusiast, watching a Muay Thai Boxing Match will give you a good glimpse into the local culture, and give you the opportunity to interact with locals and other tourists who do have a passion for gaming and sports.
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4. Explore the night safaris
Night safaris are great for two reasons: One is you will have a chance to see animals in their natural elements; and two is you might see some exotic creatures (usually the nocturnals) roaming the forests.
There are a handful of national parks scattered throughout the country, and Khao Yai National Park near Bangkok is one that is ethical, and you will have a chance to see elephants and other animals roaming free. If you're concerned about interacting with wild life, don't worry because you will have an expert guiding you around the safari area.
Night safaris are great for two reasons: One is you will have a chance to see animals in their natural elements; and two is you might see some exotic creatures (usually the nocturnals) roaming the forests.
There are a handful of national parks scattered throughout the country, and Khao Yai National Park near Bangkok is one that is ethical, and you will have a chance to see elephants and other animals roaming free. If you're concerned about interacting with wild life, don't worry because you will have an expert guiding you around the safari area.
5. Take time off with a Thai massage
If you had a particularly exhausting day and would like to kick back, then spend your evening in one of the many spas along Sukhumvit Road. Thailand, primarily being a Buddhist country, believe in the five critical chakras of the “subtle body” — that of the throat, heart, navel, and a hidden chakra. In a Thai massage, it is these five parts which are mostly targeted. A Thai massage is a unique mix of deep pressure and assisted stretching, and the aim is not just to relieve tension, but also to realign your spirits.
All that said, Bangkok is a city with endless layers just waiting to be unravelled. Even if you've been here numerous times, there's always something new to discover and many Tourist secrets things to do in Asia.— as long as you know where to look.
If you had a particularly exhausting day and would like to kick back, then spend your evening in one of the many spas along Sukhumvit Road. Thailand, primarily being a Buddhist country, believe in the five critical chakras of the “subtle body” — that of the throat, heart, navel, and a hidden chakra. In a Thai massage, it is these five parts which are mostly targeted. A Thai massage is a unique mix of deep pressure and assisted stretching, and the aim is not just to relieve tension, but also to realign your spirits.
All that said, Bangkok is a city with endless layers just waiting to be unravelled. Even if you've been here numerous times, there's always something new to discover and many Tourist secrets things to do in Asia.— as long as you know where to look.
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