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Bangkok Chinatown (Yaowarat)
Bangkok Chinatown, or Yaowarat, is a vibrant blend of history, culture, and gastronomy. Known as one of the oldest and most dynamic Chinatowns in the world, it’s a haven for food lovers, shopaholics, and history enthusiasts. From ornate temples and bustling markets to street food stalls serving world-renowned dishes, Chinatown offers something for everyone. By day, visitors can explore traditional Chinese medicine shops, gold merchants, and heritage buildings, while at night, Yaowarat transforms into a street food paradise with neon-lit streets buzzing with energy.
Bangkok Chinatown (Yaowarat) Tours & Excursions
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Best City & Temple Tours By Selfie Expert & Local Guide
€79.00
per person
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Bangkok Night Lights: Famous Landmarks by Tuk Tuk
€94.00
per person
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Experience Typical Thailand at Night including Streetfood
€64.00
per person
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Bangkok: Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride
€25.00
per person
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Bangkok: Luxury White Dinner Cruise Free Flow Beer and Wine
€46.00
per person
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Bangkok: Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise with Drinks
€53.00
per person
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Bangkok: Canal Tour Local Life Along Waterways ends Wat Arun
€18.00
per person
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Bangkok: White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise free Beer
€31.00
per person
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Bangkok: Tuk Tuk Adventure Bangkoks Magic Nightime
€53.00
per person
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Bangkok: Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner
€25.00
per person
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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak and Mae Klong Train Markets
€20.00
per person
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Bangkok: Royal Princess River Dinner Cruise with Live Music
€36.00
per person
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Bangkok: Yodsiam Sightseeing Cruise Snacks & Unlimited Beer
€22.00
per person
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Bangkok: Alangka Luxury Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise
€37.00
per person
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Bangkok: Kanchanaburi, 2-Days Glamping in Jungle & Erawan
€450.00
per person
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Bangkok: Tuk Tuk Tour
€49.50
per person
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Bangkok: Thai Massage Class
€57.00
per person
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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun
€24.75
per person
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Bangkok: Ancient City Muang Boran and Erawan Museum Tour
€226.00
per person
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Ko Samet: Airport Transfer to Pier Ban Phe
€35.60
per person
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Bangkok: Wat Suthat, Giant Swing, Wat Saket
€41.13
per person
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Bangkok: Train Water Market with Wat Arun
€80.00
per person
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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Ancient City Temple Tour
€42.50
per person
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Bangkok: Private Long tail boat Canal tour
€21.25
per person
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Bangkok: Private Khao Kaew Open Zoo Transfer
€34.75
per person
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Bangkok: Private Khao Yai Day Tour
€46.50
per person
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Ayutthaya: Transfer from Bangkok
€34.33
per person
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Guide Service In Bangkok
€57.25
per person
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Boat Tour of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
€8.08
per person
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Koh Chang: Transfer from Bangkok to the Island
€39.00
per person
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Bangkok: Join In Long tail boat Canal Tour
€22.86
per person
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Bangkok: Maeklong Train Market & Floating Market Day Tour
€43.00
per person
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Walking tour Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha and Wat Pho
€58.00
per person
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Ko Kood: Airport Transfer to Laem Sok Pier
€187.00
per person
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Bangkoks Grand Palace, Best Three Temples & Iconic Attractions
€132.00
per person
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Bangkok Under the Night Lights by TUK-TUK SHA Plus
€175.00
per person
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Private Departure Transfer : Bangkok Hotel to Bangkok Airport
€45.00
per person
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Bangkok Best Two Temples Emerald & Reclining Buddha GrandPalace
€120.00
per person
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River Kwai One Day Tour from Bangkok SHA Plus
€88.00
per person
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Shore Excursion Laem Chabang Port : Grand Palace & Famous Temples
€524.00
per person
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Muang Boran : Ancient City of Samut Prakan Tour from Bangkok
€142.00
per person
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UNESCO World Heritage Site : Khao Yai National Park Tour
€392.00
per person
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Luxury Dinner on Chao Phraya Princess River Cruise with Pickup SHA Pl
€100.00
per person
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Damneon Saduak Floating Market & Erawan Waterfall from Bangkok
€175.00
per person
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Koh Kret Island Bike Tour from Bangkok with Mon Culture & Lunch
€94.00
per person
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Best City & Temple Tours By Selfie Expert & Local Guide
€79.00
per person
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Grand Pearl Dinner Cruise Experience at Bangkok with Pickup
€128.00
per person
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Grand Pearl Luxury Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admission TicketSHA Plus
€59.00
per person
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Bangkok Airport Layover Special : Touch of Thailand 8 Hours Tour
€366.00
per person
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Private Tour Guide Service with TransportVan in Bangkok SHA Plus
€274.00
per person
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Maeklong Railway Market & Damnoensaduak Floating Market Tour SHA Plus
€74.00
per person
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Bangkok Muslim Landmarks Tour with Grand Palace & Halal Meal
€165.00
per person
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Private Tuk Tuk Tour at Bangkok : Evening with Local Host
€175.00
per person
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Bangkoks Hidden Oasis : Explore Bangkoks Green Lung, Bang Krachao
€54.00
per person
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Half Day Special City Tour from Bangkok
€205.00
per person
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Madame Tussauds at Bangkok Admission Ticket
€42.00
per person
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Erawan Museum at Bangkok Admission Ticket with Private Transfer
€77.00
per person
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Bangkoks Popular Night Bike Tour
€55.00
per person
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Bangkok Airport Layover Special : Touch of Thailand 4 Hours Tour
€292.00
per person
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Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining with Observation Deck Admission
€70.00
per person
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Evening Bangkok City Tour with Grand Palace & Reclining Buddha
€88.00
per person
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Bangkok Island Hopping Tour with Lunch & Massage
€142.00
per person
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Muang Boran : Thailands Ancient City of Samut Prakan Admission Ticket
€38.00
per person
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Amazing Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew & Wat Arun
€270.00
per person
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Bangkoks Best Temple Emerald Buddha with Royal Grand Palace Tour
€60.00
per person
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The Amazing, Unseen, Unspoiled Suphan Buri from Bangkok
€233.00
per person
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Koh Si Chang Day Tour from Bangkok with Lunch
€150.00
per person
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Bike Historic Bangkok Tours : Pedal Through the Old City of Bangkok
€55.00
per person
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Evening Tuk Tuk Private City Tour at Bangkok with Dinner
€120.00
per person
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Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admission Ticket
€48.00
per person
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Siam Park City Amusement Park at Bangkok Admission Ticket
€26.00
per person
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Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Pattaya Hotel
€11.00
per person
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The Best of Bangkok: The Grand Palace, Emerald & Reclining Buddha
€40.00
per person
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Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha & Temple of Dawn
€94.83
per person
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3 Days Bangkok Experience with Accommodation & Top Sightseeing
€172.00
per person
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Bangkok Best Canal Tour- Flower Art & Artists House Food of Fame
€100.00
per person
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Bangkoks Best By Boat : Royal Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Tour
€39.00
per person
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Wonderful Bangkok Tour : GrandPalace WatTrimit WatPho WatBencha
€140.00
per person
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Bangkok Bang Krachao Island Countryside Bicycle Tour with Lunch
€75.00
per person
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Rolls Royce Exclusive : Ayutthaya Temples & Ancient City Tour
€5,514.00
per person
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Healing, Refreshing, Amazing Escape to Ratchaburi from Bangkok with Lu
€153.00
per person
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Wonderful Pearl Luxury Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Transfer
€144.00
per person
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Bangkok Trails - Pedal Through 37 km Outskirts of Bangkok SHA Plus
€109.00
per person
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Lost in Bangkok : Green Lung Jungle Bicycle Ride with Lunch
€176.00
per person
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Old Town City Tour of Bangkok with Wat Suthat, Wat Saket & Wat Ratchan
€118.00
per person
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Dream World Theme Park Super Visa with Return Transfer & Lunch
€66.00
per person
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3D2N Ayutthaya & Lopburi Experience at Riverside Resort
€925.00
per person
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Bangkok Hindu Landmarks Tour with Grand Palace, Temples & Lunch
€154.00
per person
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Shore Excursion from Bangkok Port- Shopping Massage Food Tasting
€409.00
per person
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Photo Perfect Bangkok City Tour with Wat Arun & Reclining Buddha
€373.00
per person
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Jim Thompsons House & National Museum Tour from Bangkok
€165.00
per person
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The Chaophraya Cruise: LUXURY 5 STAR Dinner Cruise on Chaophraya River
€76.00
per person
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Bangkok Dream World Theme Park Super Visa Ticket SHA Plus
€39.00
per person
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Koh Kret Island Bike Tour from Bangkok with Mon Culture & Lunch
€93.00
per person
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Shore Excursion from Laem Chabang Port: Bangkok Shopping, Massage & Food Tasting
€214.00
per person
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Shore Excursion from Bangkok Port : Grand Palace & Famous Temples
€229.00
per person
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Bangkok Express Boat Tour -River, Temple of Sun, Reclining Buddha
€74.00
per person
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Ayutthaya Bicycle Tour, ATV, Floating Market and Sunset Sail
€92.70
per person
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New Year Party : Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admissi
€191.00
per person
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Full Day Ayutthaya Temples Tour with Segway, ATV and Sunset Boat
€248.00
per person
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Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok with Grand Pearl River Cruise
€101.00
per person
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Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel SHA Plus
€20.00
per person
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Maeklong Railway Market, Floating Market & Nakhon Pathom City Tour from Bangkok
€153.00
per person
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Chachoengsao One Day Trip from Bangkok : Historic Market and Buddhist
€115.00
per person
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Khlong Lat Mayom & Taling Chan Local Floating Markets Tour SHA Plus
€31.40
per person
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Bangkok Tour By Selfie Expert : LittleIndia, WatTraimit, WatPho
€144.00
per person
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Bangkok King Power MahaNakhon SkyWalk Admission Ticket
€53.00
per person
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Amazing Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha & Wat Arun
€84.70
per person
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Ayutthaya Glittering Sunset, Heritage Cruise, Noted Sights & Food
€60.00
per person
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Bangkok Old Town Insta-worthy Tour
€174.00
per person
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Bangkoks Green Lung Jungle Cycling Adventure Tour
€95.00
per person
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Bangkok Tour By Selfie Expert : FlowerMarket, WatTraimit, WatPho
€174.00
per person
The Basics
Chinatown is free to enter and open 24 hours, though the best time to visit depends on your interests. Temples and shops generally open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, while the famous street food scene starts in the early evening and lasts until late at night. Notable attractions like Wat Traimit, home to the Golden Buddha, charge a small entrance fee (40–100 THB). Exploring the neighborhood on foot is the best way to experience its charm, so wear comfortable shoes.
Best City & Temple Tours By Selfie Expert & Local Guide
Bangkok - Thailand
Explore Bangkok’s iconic Golden Buddha and Reclining Buddha temples, plus Chinatown, with a selfie expert guiding you through the city’s vibrant culture.
€79.00
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Bangkok Night Lights: Famous Landmarks by Tuk Tuk
Bangkok - Thailand
Experience Bangkok’s nightlife on a tuk-tuk tour! Zip through lively markets, admire temples, and explore hidden backstreets with a local guide. Savor delicious street food and see the city’s must-visit attractions in an unforgettable adventure.
€94.00
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Experience Typical Thailand at Night including Streetfood
Bangkok - Thailand
Explore Bangkok’s Chinatown on an evening tour, enjoying street food and a ferry ride on the Chao Phraya River with temple views. Visit the flower market, dine in Chinatown, stroll through Khao San and Rambuttri Roads, and relax with a foot massage.
€64.00
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Things to Know Before You Go
Chinatown can be overwhelming due to its bustling streets and crowds, especially in the evening. Carry cash for food and souvenirs, as most vendors don’t accept cards. Try iconic dishes such as dim sum, noodles, and Chinese desserts. During major events like Chinese New Year, expect large crowds but also a festive atmosphere with parades and cultural performances.
How to Get There
The easiest way to reach Chinatown is via the MRT Blue Line; get off at Wat Mangkon Station, which is within walking distance of Yaowarat Road. Alternatively, take a tuk-tuk, taxi, or Chao Phraya River boat to Ratchawong Pier. If using a taxi, insist on the driver using the meter to avoid overcharging.
When to Get There
The evening is the best time to visit Chinatown if you’re a food lover, as the street food scene comes alive after sunset. For shopping and temple visits, the daytime hours are ideal. The cool season (November to February) offers the most comfortable weather for walking through the neighborhood. Visit during Chinese New Year for a unique and festive experience.
Day Trips from Bangkok
Combine Chinatown with other nearby attractions for a full day of discovery. Start at Wat Traimit to marvel at the Golden Buddha, then explore the bustling streets and markets of Yaowarat. Afterward, head to Pak Khlong Talad (Flower Market) or Phahurat Market (Little India) for more cultural experiences. Finish your day with a dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River for stunning city views at night.
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