Off the beaten path · Bangkok, Thailand

12 Hidden Gems in Bangkok Most Visitors Miss

Bangkok beyond the postcard stops: the spots that reviewers love and tour groups walk past.

Picked out of the 298 Bangkok places we track, favoring high ratings over high foot traffic. Updated monthly.

  1. Away Spa

    Sight

    Away Spa is a tranquil haven located on the 6th floor of the W Hotel Bangkok on Sathorn Road, in the heart of Silom.

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  2. Divana Scentuara Spa

    Sight

    Divana Scentuara Spa is a tranquil oasis in the heart of Bangkok's Lumphini district, housed in a charming colonial-style villa surrounded by lush gardens.

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  3. Munich Bespoke Suits

    Market

    Munich Bespoke Suits is a well-regarded tailor located in the historic Phra Nakhon district of Bangkok, near the Grand Palace and Khao San Road.

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  4. President Tailors

    MarketFree entry

    President Tailors is a well-known market in the Sukhumvit district of Bangkok, Thailand, catering to visitors seeking custom-made clothing.

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  5. Harmenstone - Central World

    MarketFree entry

    Harmenstone - Central World is a curated market space located within the sprawling Central World shopping complex in Bangkok's Chidlom district.

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  6. The Artisans' Royal Club

    MarketFree entry

    The Artisans' Royal Club is a refined market located on the 1st floor of Gaysorn Village in Bangkok's Chidlom area.

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  7. SVN BESPOKE By Boss Schneider

    Market

    SVN BESPOKE By Boss Schneider is a high-end tailoring shop located in the Charoen Krung neighborhood, known for its traditional shophouses and creative scene.

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  8. QUAN SPA

    Sight

    QUAN SPA is an oasis of tranquility located within the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park in the bustling Sukhumvit area.

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  9. E-Gokart by Monowheel

    Landmark

    E-Gokart by Monowheel offers a novel way to experience Bangkok: riding electric go-karts through the streets of the Chula Soi 28 neighborhood.

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  10. 'Go!' Thai Cooking Class

    Market

    Located in the vibrant Silom district, 'Go!' Thai Cooking Class offers an immersive culinary experience that starts at Bang Rak Market, a lively local market where you'll learn to choose authentic…

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  11. La Moda Suit

    MarketFree entry

    La Moda Suit is a bustling market located on Ram Buttri Road in Bangkok's historic Banglamphu area, near Khao San Road.

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  12. The Okura Spa

    Sight

    The Okura Spa is a tranquil retreat located within the Park Ventures Ecoplex on Wireless Road, in the heart of Bangkok's Lumphini area.

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