Joanna James
From back-alley cafes to Hong-Kong-inspired bars and fantastic rooftop pubs, Bangkok certainly has its share of hidden gems just awaiting discovery by intrepid travellers keen to bypass the glitzy malls and the obvious attractions. Here's a curated list!
While Bangkok faces no dearth of cocktails bars and upscale speakeasies, Find the Locker Room is truly unique in the fact that even the locals who know their way well around the city find it difficult to locate. If you are up for a challenge and keen to explore the city in a leisurely manner, this particular spot is supposedly located at 406 Sukhumvit Soi 55 in Thonglor. Here instead of your usual shopfront, you will need to navigate your way down a narrow dark corridor till you find yourself in a locker room. Once inside, you will be greeted with a cosy, intimate space perfectly designed to complete its highly curated selection of novel cocktails and mocktails.
With its multi-layered space and indoor-outdoor atmosphere where free music performances are held, The Commons put a heavy emphasis on community; and is a far cry from the city’s impersonal and ubiquitous cafes and restaurants. It's no wonder that both locals and international visitors alike can’t get enough of the dining experiences this spot has to offer - in addition to the number of markets and fairs which are held here regularly. The Commons is located at No 335, Akkhara Phatsadu Alley and can be reached easily from hotels such as Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel.
While it might be true that Thailand’s capital has a plethora of rooftop bars – some so famous and iconic that they were even featured in movies, the reality is that the very best views and deals can be found in the bars found alongside Sukhumvit Road. To treat yourself to some craft beer, why not make your way to Brewski?
One of the best things to do in Bangkok is to explore its art and coffee offerings! A place where you can do both is At the Ink & Lion – a great café hidden at the end of a quaint yet nondescript lane in Ekkamai. Boasting rather Melbourne-esque vibes, the café with its charming, whitewashed brick walls and the rotating art exhibition certainly is a top spot to check out during your time in Bangkok!
Bangkok might certainly be a bustling metropolitan city, Metro Forest a 2ha wooded park is a natural habitat and wetland which can be explored via elevated walkaways and showcases informational exhibits of green living. Interestingly, this verdant space located on No 81 Sukhaphiban 2 Road which just lies to the west of Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport once used to be a dumping ground for the local’s garbage. It's a great go-to space to escape the hustle and bustle of the metro and surround yourself with some refreshing greenery.
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