Interested in coming to Thailand? You will love it here. Thailand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It’s a country that offers an abundance of natural beauty, culture, heritage, amazingly delicious food, and friendly people.
It is a country with lots of amazing things to do, so it is important to plan your trip. This blog will provide you with some of the best things to do and see when in Thailand, and how to get the most out of your trip. If you are planning a Thailand vacation, make sure you see these 15 things. The list includes:
15 Things You Have To Experience
#1 The Grand Palace, Bangkok
The Grand Palace is the best place to visit in Bangkok. It was built in 1782 by King Rama I, Bangkok’s founder. It was the official residence of the Kings of Thailand. The complex houses ceremonial halls and royal residences. It is the main attraction of Bangkok. It was designed to depict Mount Meru, the Buddhist heaven. The temple complex has undergone several renovations. The last one was completed in 1873. The temple has almost 200 buildings. The grounds are very big. The palace is kept close to the public for only two days every year, New Year’s Day and the king’s birthday.
#2 Visit a Floating Market
Known as the “Venice of the East”, the Damnoen Saduak floating market is the most popular floating market in Thailand. The market itself is a floating village on the Ping River where vendors sell everything from fresh vegetables and flowers to food, drinks, purses, clothes, pets, and even live seafood! The market consists of over 1,000 boats, with the actual market consisting of about 200 boats. It has become more popular not only with tourists but also with foreign buyers who come here to buy goods directly from the source. Although the market is popular with tourists, it is not very large. You can easily enjoy the ambiance of the market by taking a walk around the area. If you want to get a closer look at the market, you can rent a boat to travel through the market. If you are not the type of person who likes to travel on the river, you can also walk on the main road on the Damnoen Saduak floating market.
#3 Visit The White Temple, Chiang Rai
The Wat Rong Khun temple is a one-of-a-kind, a modern temple that is a must-visit. Completed in 1997, the temple is a contemporary masterpiece. The temple is a self-declared work of art, a temple built to watch over a man-made forest. The temple’s creator, Chalermchai Kositpipat, named the temple “Wat Rong Khun,” meaning “White Temple.” The temple is a work in progress. The original design called for a massive, much larger temple with a roof shaped like a lotus flower. But due to a fatal accident in 1998, Kositpipat decided to scale down the temple to the current design.
#4 Take a Thai Cooking Class
Food is one of the most important parts of every culture, including the culture of Thailand. Thai cuisine is a blend of four fundamental flavors: sweet, sour, salty, bitter and has a wide range of ingredients. It can be a bit intimidating to cook your first dish, but if you have a well-trained Thai chef to take you through the process, it can be a lot of fun. You can take Thai cooking classes at Thai cooking schools that offer a lot of different dishes to choose from.
#5 Stay in Overwater Bungalow at Khao Sok National Park
Khao Sok National Park is a national park in Surat Thani Province, Thailand. It is part of the Southern Forest Complex protected area. The park is home to a great variety of fauna and flora, including many endangered species. The park is noted for its limestone caves, one of which, Tham Phra Nang (Princess Cave), is open to the public. It is also well known for its scenic waterfalls, dense forests, and a wide variety of wildlife.
#6 Visit the Train Market, Bangkok
The Maeklong Train Market is a market in Bangkok that runs alongside the train tracks. The market is very old, having opened in 1932, and has become famous for its unique location. The market is so unique because the trains run right through the market. The market is open from 5 am until about 2 pm. If you are looking for a unique experience that only Thailand can provide, then the Maeklong Train Market is the place to go.
#7 Sticky Waterfalls (Bua Tong Waterfalls)
The Sticky Waterfalls or Bua Tong Waterfalls are a must-visit while you are in Chiang Mai. The natural attraction of the Bua Tong Waterfalls is unique in the world. The unique thing about this waterfall is that you can climb up on the rocky surface of the waterfalls with no equipment. You can reach them by driving or taking a tour. The Sticky Waterfalls (Bua Tong Waterfalls) are located in the Sri Lanna National Park about one hour drive from Chiang Mai city. The Sticky Waterfalls are not only popular amongst tourists, but also among local Thai people in Chiang Mai.
#8 Go Island Hopping
If you are planning for a vacation in Thailand, then you simply can’t miss out on the chance of island hopping. Thailand is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, with stunning beaches, amazing islands, and mystical islands. Island hopping in Thailand is a lifetime experience. Once you experience it, you will keep coming back again and again.
#9 Take a Street Food Tour
It’s no secret that Thailand is a magical land of amazing food and street food is the best way to sample some of the best Thai cuisines out there. Street food tours are not only fun and delicious, but they’re also a great way to get to know the city and its people. There are many different types of street food tours available in Thailand, but the best ones will include a local guide who will tell you all about the history of the food, as well as where to find the best street stalls. If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to see and taste the best of Thailand, a street food tour is the best option for you.
#10 Visit Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
Elephants are a very popular tourist attraction in Thailand, but riding elephants is cruel and can easily be avoided. Elephants are intelligent and social creatures, and they should not be used for tourism purposes. If you want to see elephants in Thailand, there are many sanctuaries that you can visit to see elephants in their natural environment doing what they love to do – roam, swim, eat and play.
#11 Join a Water Fight During Songkran Festival
Songkran is the celebration of the New Year in Thailand. It is celebrated during the full moon in April. The festival is celebrated for 3 days. The first day is the day of cleaning the house and making merit. The second day is the day of throwing water. The third day is the day of visiting the temple. This tradition has become a kingdom-wide event. It is celebrated throughout the country but in different ways. People come together to play games, visit temples, and visit family.
#12 Join the Legend Full Moon Party
People gather on the beach at Haad Rin, a small village on the northeast coast of the island. The party continues all night long and the revelers dance, drink, jump in the sea, and surf. What’s unique about the full moon party is the atmosphere. People come together to celebrate and to have a great time.
#13 Go Diving
If you are looking for a tropical paradise with great diving, look no further than Thailand. The Andaman Sea is home to one of the most beautiful dive destinations in Thailand. It offers a variety of diving opportunities, with fascinating dive sites including shipwrecks, tunnels, deep-sea visibility, and colorful marine life.
#14 Loi Krathong Festival (Lantern Festival / Yi Peng Festival)
The Lantern Festival in Thailand is a popular event that is celebrated every year during the full moon of the 12th lunar month. The festival is not celebrated on the same date every year but usually takes place during the month of November. Chiang Mai is the perfect place to celebrate the country’s biggest festival, Loi Krathong (aka Yi Peng Festival). It is a time when people celebrate the end of the harvest season by floating lanterns into the night sky. This is usually done by releasing a lantern with a candle or a fire inside it. The festival itself is a lot of fun and involves a lot of activities, such as the release of lanterns, lots of food, and traditional Thai dance.
#15 Take the Thai-Burma Railway
The Thai-Burma Railway, also known as the Death Railway, was a 415-kilometer (258-mile) railway between Ban Pong, Thailand, and Thanbyuzayat, Burma (Myanmar) built by the Empire of Japan in 1943 to support its forces in the Burma campaign. The line was closed in 1947. The railway incorporated a bridge over the River Kwai, which gave the railway its name. The bridge, along with a bridge at Three Pagodas Pass, was destroyed by Allied aircraft before its completion. The railway was built by the Empire of Japan using Allied prisoners of war, including British, Australian, Dutch, and American prisoners.