{"id":17756,"date":"2023-06-27T12:58:55","date_gmt":"2023-06-27T12:58:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/?p=17756"},"modified":"2023-07-01T13:40:32","modified_gmt":"2023-07-01T13:40:32","slug":"what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/","title":{"rendered":"What are some of the best day trips from Bangkok?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/#Here_are_some_of_the_best_day_trips_you_can_take_from_Bangkok\" >Here are some of the best day trips you can take from Bangkok:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/#1_Ayutthaya\" >1. Ayutthaya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/#2_Damnoen_Saduak_Floating_Market\" >2. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/#3_Kanchanaburi\" >3. Kanchanaburi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/#4_Ayutthaya_and_Bang_Pa-In_Summer_Palace\" >4. Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In Summer Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/#5_Amphawa_Floating_Market\" >5. Amphawa Floating Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/what-are-some-of-the-best-day-trips-from-bangkok\/#6_Samut_Prakan_and_the_Ancient_City\" >6. Samut Prakan and the Ancient City<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/BANGKOK-DAY-TRIPS-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17757\" width=\"839\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/BANGKOK-DAY-TRIPS-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/BANGKOK-DAY-TRIPS-1-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bangkok is a central hub that offers easy access to various fascinating day trip destinations. Bangkok, Thailand\u2019s bustling capital city, has so much to offer to every kind of traveler. But if you\u2019ve already seen all the top sights, snapped pics at all the cool Instagram spots, and want to take a break from city life, there\u2019s a whole bunch of fascinating places to visit just outside the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_some_of_the_best_day_trips_you_can_take_from_Bangkok\"><\/span>Here are some of the best day trips you can take from Bangkok:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Ayutthaya\"><\/span>1. Ayutthaya<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"17758\" src=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/dsc01944-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/dsc01944-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/dsc01944-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/dsc01944-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/dsc01944-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/dsc01944-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/dsc01944-850x567.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This ancient capital of the Kingdom of Siam is easily one of the best day trips from Bangkok. The country of Thailand used to be the Kingdom of Siam, and its capital city was Ayutthaya until 1767. Nowadays, the ruined yet still-standing city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site where tourists can come and see the remnants of this once-powerful kingdom. Throughout the grounds, you can find stone ruins of palaces, temples, and Buddha statues. The biggest and most popular temples to visit are Wat Na Phra Mane, Wat Lokayasutharam, and Wat Mahathat. Be sure to look for the mysterious head of Buddha nestled in the tree roots outside Wat Mahathat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Damnoen_Saduak_Floating_Market\"><\/span>2. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/36a41686-fa6d-4de8-b9e1-43bed5f38de6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/36a41686-fa6d-4de8-b9e1-43bed5f38de6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/36a41686-fa6d-4de8-b9e1-43bed5f38de6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/36a41686-fa6d-4de8-b9e1-43bed5f38de6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/36a41686-fa6d-4de8-b9e1-43bed5f38de6-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/36a41686-fa6d-4de8-b9e1-43bed5f38de6-850x567.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/36a41686-fa6d-4de8-b9e1-43bed5f38de6.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for a floating markets day trip from Bangkok, this is the best place to be. Located about 100 km southwest of Bangkok, Damnoen Saduak is one of the most famous floating markets in Thailand. Here, vendors sell everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to traditional Thai handicrafts from boats on the canal. Visitors can take a boat ride through the market and immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Kanchanaburi\"><\/span>3. Kanchanaburi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"17760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/KanchanaburiCustom1-2DayTourfromBangkok-Klook-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/KanchanaburiCustom1-2DayTourfromBangkok-Klook-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/KanchanaburiCustom1-2DayTourfromBangkok-Klook-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/KanchanaburiCustom1-2DayTourfromBangkok-Klook-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/KanchanaburiCustom1-2DayTourfromBangkok-Klook-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/KanchanaburiCustom1-2DayTourfromBangkok-Klook-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/KanchanaburiCustom1-2DayTourfromBangkok-Klook-850x567.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kanchanaburi is just two hours from Thailand\u2019s capital, making it a perfect day trip from Bangkok. Many visitors visit Kanchanaburi specifically to see the World War II sites, like Hellfire Pass, the Commonwealth Graveyard, and the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai. The train line from Bangkok\u2019s Thonburi station to the current end of the \u201cDeath Railway\u201d that once ran through Burma, now Myanmar. All-day tours from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi will visit the bridge. Several museums here also give immense detail on the railway, which was built by slave laborers and allied prisoners of war. There are also several National Parks close to Kanchanaburi \u2013 and it\u2019s easy to visit Erawan National Park on a day trip to Kanchanaburi \u2013 where you can chase waterfalls, explore caves, and dip into glorious turquoise pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Ayutthaya_and_Bang_Pa-In_Summer_Palace\"><\/span>4. Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In Summer Palace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Bang-Pa-In-Summer-Palace-1024x681.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Bang-Pa-In-Summer-Palace-1024x681.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Bang-Pa-In-Summer-Palace-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Bang-Pa-In-Summer-Palace-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Bang-Pa-In-Summer-Palace-1536x1022.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Bang-Pa-In-Summer-Palace-850x566.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Bang-Pa-In-Summer-Palace.jpeg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ayutthaya is an ancient city located about 80 km north of Bangkok. Once the capital of Thailand, the city is home to numerous temples and ruins that are a testament to its rich history. Visitors can explore the ancient temples and learn about the history of the city, including the devastating attack by the Burmese in the 18th century that led to its downfall. Among the top picks from all other places, Ayutthaya day trips from Bangkok are a must-include in your plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Amphawa_Floating_Market\"><\/span>5. Amphawa Floating Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"17762\" src=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/caption-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/caption-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/caption-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/caption-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/caption-850x567.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/caption.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Amphawa Floating Market is located about 90 km southwest of Bangkok and is a popular weekend destination for locals and tourists alike. The market is known for its charming canalside setting and offers a range of local food, souvenirs, and handicrafts. Visitors can take a boat ride through the market and enjoy the lively atmosphere, which also makes it among the top day trips from Bangkok.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Samut_Prakan_and_the_Ancient_City\"><\/span>6. Samut Prakan and the Ancient City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ancient-city-mueang-boran-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ancient-city-mueang-boran-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ancient-city-mueang-boran-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ancient-city-mueang-boran-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ancient-city-mueang-boran-850x567.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ancient-city-mueang-boran.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Not up for too long of a drive? Samut Prakarn is a great day trip destination if you&#8217;re looking to escape the traffic and Bangkok crowds for a bit. Located just south of Bangkok at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River, Samut Prakan is a charming province to explore. Here, you&#8217;ll find the sprawling featuring impressive replicas of popular Thai landmarks, local restaurants that serve fresh seafood, the majestic, and a pier that offers beautiful sunset views by the sea. Besides, Samut Prakarn can also be accessed via the BTS Skytrain!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bangkok is a central hub that offers easy access to various fascinating day trip destinations. 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