Neighborhood
Chinatown, Bangkok
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Bangkok's Chinatown, centered on the lively Yaowarat Road, is a bustling neighborhood that offers a sensory overload of sights, sounds, and smells. By day, the streets are filled with gold shops, traditional medicine stores, and market stalls selling everything from dried seafood to Chinese herbs. By night, Yaowarat transforms into one of the city's premier street food destinations, with sizzling woks and aromatic dishes like pad see ew and grilled seafood. Temples such as Wat Mangkon Kamalawat add cultural depth, making Chinatown a must-visit for foodies and culture enthusiasts alike.
Don't miss
- Sample street food along Yaowarat Road at night, especially grilled seafood and dim sum.
- Visit Wat Mangkon Kamalawat, the largest and most important Chinese temple in Bangkok.
- Explore the narrow Soi Nana market for antiques, amulets, and unique souvenirs.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Chinatown, Bangkok
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBangkok: Floating Market and Train Market Experience4.9★ · 2,878 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$24 per personSee dates →
Most bookedBangkok by Night: Temples, Markets and Food Tuk-Tuk Tour4.9★ · 4,074 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$74 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleNight Street Food Tour of Bangkok's Chinatown4.9★ · 197 travelers~3 hoursFrom$55 per personSee dates →Getting there
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