Romantic Bangkok: 10 Unforgettable Honeymoon Experiences
What Can Couples Do in Bangkok Together?
If you’re looking for romantic things to do on your honeymoon in Bangkok, you have plenty of choices. Depending on your interests and the amount of time you have, you could be enjoying a cruise along the Chao Phraya River, cooking up a storm in a Thai kitchen, or exploring the charming traditions of the city and its people.
The most important thing is that both of you are together and enjoying your time in Thailand’s capital, which is what these handpicked tours and activities are intended to do. Take a look at what we believe to be the best things to do for couples in Bangkok.
1. Apsara River Cruise
Serenity on scenic waters
Good for: Couples, Nightlife, Photo
The Apsara River Cruise offers a delicious menu and overall luxury that is truly a cut above the majority of the boats traveling this well-worn tourist trail.
Sailing softly down the Chao Praya River, with temples and palaces on either bank, is one of the most romantic things you can do in Bangkok. Taking time to pause in front of the famous sights, passengers are treated to a delicious 5-course Thai feast, not a hectic buffet, on a romantic converted rice-barge.
Location: 23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100, Thailand
Open: Daily from 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Phone: +66 (0)2 679 1200
Apsara River Cruise
2. Rooftop dinner at Vertigo
Fine dining with skyline views
Good for: Couples, Food, Luxury
A rooftop dinner at Vertigo can be incredibly romantic, with a small table illuminated by candlelight, and all of Bangkok with its dramatic cityscape spread out below. There is no lack of rooftop bars in Bangkok, but Vertigo has always been among the favorites.
With an unusually narrow and elongated shape, the entire top of the building is occupied by both the restaurant and Moon Bar. It also gives the impression of being aboard a spaceship in the sky. Enjoy dining in style.
Location: 61st Floor, Banyan Tree Bangkok, 21/100 South Sathon Road, Sathon, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Open: Dinner from 6 pm to 10.30 pm
Phone: +66 (0)2 679 1200
Rooftop dinner at Vertigo
3. Private Blue Elephant cooking class
A hands-on journey through Thai culinary art
Good for: Couples, Food
Book a private Blue Elephant cooking class for a unique, romantic experience. Blue Elephant is one of the best cooking schools in Thailand and is located on the top floor of their stunning heritage restaurant in Silom. You and your loved one can have your very own cooking class here with a master chef, so you can be as silly or romantic as you like without worrying about other students.
Whether you’re an amateur or a professional chef, the instructors here are passionate about their work and sharing their knowledge in the culinary arts.
Location: BTS Surasak station, 41 S Sathon Rd, Yan Nawa, Sathon, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Open: Daily from 11.30 am to 2.30 pm and from 6 pm to 10.30 pm
Phone: +66 (0)2 673 9353
Private Blue Elephant cooking class
4. Bang Kra Jao cycling adventure
Exploration on two wheels
Good for: Couples, Adventure
Enjoy an afternoon bicycle ride in Bang Kra Jao, an undeveloped wilderness area just a short ride from downtown Bangkok. Take in the scenery along paths and walkways, cycle along canals and through the jungle and pass quaint local villages.
After a short stretch riding in the city, take a serene ferry ride across the Chao Phraya River. Once you reach the other side, you’ll find yourself in the Bangkok of old: wilderness, waterways, and jungle. Here, you continue your guided 25-km cycling experience. Pedal along paths, minor roads, and walkways, taking in the verdant surroundings as you go.
Location: Bang Kra Jao, Phra Pradaeng, Samut Prakan 10130, Thailand
Bang Kra Jao cycling adventure
5. Overnight river cruise to Ayutthaya
A journey through time under the stars
Good for: Couples, History, Photo
For something truly special for you and your partner, consider joining an overnight river cruise on a traditional teak barge upstream to the ancient capital city of Ayutthaya. Sailing slowly along the river and seeing lesser-visited temples is quite unforgettable.
Trips can take between 24 and 48 hours, depending on the package you select. Several overnight cruises sail from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, but we think the most romantic ones are either the Anantara Riverside’s cruise aboard the Anantara Dream or the Mekhala River Cruise. Dimensions on board are small on both boats, but the living quarters are lovingly designed, with high-end bedding, hot showers, and traditional Thai furnishings.
Overnight river cruise to Ayutthaya
6. Couples’ treatment at Away Spa
Shared relaxation and tranquility
Good for: Couples, Luxury
A couples’ treatment at Away Spa provides a rejuvenating and relaxing experience. Located at W Hotel Bangkok, the spa’s interiors are like something out of a dream, and the treatment packages include herbal body rituals and beauty services.
A spa is probably one of the most popular activities for lovebirds to enjoy together, and Bangkok has no shortage of other options, too. From cutting-edge hydrotherapy to full-body treatments and the classic, age-old Thai massage, you and your partner can relish your time at one of the city’s many spas.
Location: 106, 108 N Sathon Rd, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
Open: Daily from 9 am to 9 pm
Phone: +66 (0)2 344 4160
Couples’ treatment at Away Spa
7. Jim Thompson’s House and palace tour
Silk, style, and tradition
Good for: Couples, Photo
Visit the Jim Thompson’s House (founder of the Thai Silk Company), as well as the magnificent Vimanmek Mansion or Suan Pakkard Palace, the former home of Prince Paripatra. Upon pickup from your hotel, enjoy a scenic drive to the former house of the famous silk merchant and wander through the impressive collection of Thai artwork and cultural artifacts that fill the rooms.
Learn from your informative guide about the entrepreneur who founded the Thai Silk Company, and how he revolutionized the workforce of his era. From there, you can move onto one of Bangkok’s most loved period buildings and the former seat of a Thai prince.
Location: 6 Kasem San 2 Alley, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Open: Daily from 10 am to 5 pm
Phone: +66 (0)2 216 7368
Jim Thompson’s House and palace tour
8. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
The heart of market life by boat
Good for: Shoppers, Photo, Budget
On a private Damneon Saduak Floating Market tour, you can get to know the world of Thai culture and food. The merchants, on small self-paddled boats, hold an array of colorful tropical fruits, coconut sugar candy, prawns, and sticky rice.
Deep in the countryside west of Bangkok, you can watch the market in full swing, admire the bustle among the calm serenity of the countryside, and admire the gorgeous colors of the tropical fruits that range from Malacca grapes and Chinese grapefruit to coconuts, mangoes, and bananas.
Location: Damnoen Saduak, Ratchaburi 70130, Thailand
Open: Daily from 8 am to 4 pm
Phone: +66 (0)85 222 7470
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
9. Private Grand Palace tour
Majestic architecture and culture
Good for: Couples, History, Photo
For your first couple’s trip to Thailand’s capital, we recommend you head into the heart of Bangkok on a private Grand Palace tour to explore the temples and royal buildings.
Begin your journey at the Grand Palace, where you’ll encounter the revered Emerald Buddha, a masterfully carved statue in a traditional pose, housed in the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Marvel at the opulent gilded interiors that frame this sacred figure. Continue on to the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, where you can see Thailand’s largest collection of Buddha images.
Location: Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Open: Daily from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm
Phone: +66 (0)2 623 5500
Private Grand Palace tour
10. Afternoon tea at the Mandarin Oriental
Elegance and gourmet delights
Good for: Couples, Food, Luxury
Afternoon tea at Author’s Lounge, located within Mandarin Oriental Bangkok Hotel, is like taking a stroll through history. This 5-star hotel has hosted some of the most famous dignitaries and celebrities of the 20th century, and you can imagine just what they would have seen as the lounge has managed to maintain its period charm to this day.
Author’s Lounge is decorated with turn-of-the-century-style wicker furniture with handpainted fabrics. It’s a lovely space to spend a few hours together as a couple. The afternoon tea set comes with sandwiches, scones, real clotted cream, and a great choice of teas.
Location: Mandarin Oriental, 48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
Open: Daily from noon to 6 pm
Phone: +66 (0)2 659 9000
Afternoon tea at the Mandarin Oriental
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