What are some local hidden gems and unique experiences in Bangkok beyond the tourist spots?

Oct 10, 2024
6 days ago
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Hey everyone!

My friend and I are heading to Bangkok now we're in Phuket, and we’re so excited! We’ve already seen most of the typical tourist spots (or at least we think we have ), so this time, we’re hoping to explore a more local side of the city. We’d love your recommendations on anything that makes Bangkok special beyond the usual attractions.

We’re especially looking for:

* Cozy coffee shops and hidden gem cafés

* Unique experiences or activities that are a bit off the beaten path

* Hidden treasures in the city that we might not find in the guidebooks

* Great restaurants

* Live music venues or places with a cool vibe for concerts

* Spots where we can meet cool people!

* Board game cafés or places where we can have some fun and play games

And! if anyone would like to join us for a little adventure or just grab a coffee, you’re more than welcome! We’d love to meet some new friends in Bangkok. Actually, we have invited some of our friends on mixerdates to join us too but if you'd love to join let's meet ;)

Thank you
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A traveler seeks recommendations for exploring the local side of Bangkok, looking for cozy coffee shops, unique activities, hidden treasures, great restaurants, live music venues, and places to meet new people. Several users offer suggestions, including markets, cafes with unique features like animal interactions, skybars, and specific neighborhoods to explore.
Nick *****************
If you would like to try Scuba - Pool only - drop me a line :)
Bob *********
Huai khwang
James *******
You want to hook up?
Simon ******
You say you have seen most tourists spots now you’re asking for other people’s tourist spots which I’m guessing is not real Thailand. Go find your own real Thailand
Jason ******
Soi cowboy for sunset 🌇😜🍻🇹🇭
Michael ********
The Artists cafe in Thonburi try get there for 2pm the usually do a training puppeters show.
Steve *******
This small "skybar" has great food and drinks:

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For great meat and Turkish food try:

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Brandon ************
Ruam Saab market. Although it has more foreigners now than before, it's still mostly Thai and only open for lunch for all the office workers. I love this place as I lived near here for a year.
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Little Zoo Garden Cafe. You can pet and feed capybarra!
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