14 days in Bangkok & Samut Prakan Itinerary

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

Family-friendly places like CentralWorld and Chatuchak Weekend Market will thrill your kids. Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine) and Assumption Cathedral will appeal to history buffs. And it doesn't end there: buy something for everyone on your list at Siam Center, make a splash at Pororo Aquapark Bangkok, admire nature's wide array of creatures at SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World, and see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds Bangkok.

To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Bangkok trip website.

Manila, Philippines to Bangkok is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Manila to Bangkok is minus 1 hour. In December, daily temperatures in Bangkok can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Tue) to allow time for the car ride to Samut Prakan.

Located to the southeast of Bangkok, Samut Prakan dates back to the Ayutthaya period (14th century) and houses several historical and cultural artifacts and sites.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Tue): examine the collection at Erawan Museum and then get engrossed in the history at Phi Suea Samut Fort. On your second day here, learn about all things military at Naval Museum, then get to know the resident critters at Samutprakan Crocodile Farm and Zoo, and then admire the striking features of Ancient City.

For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Samut Prakan road trip tool.

You can drive from Bangkok to Samut Prakan in an hour. In December, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. On the 29th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Bangkok.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like The National Gallery Bangkok and The Jam Factory Gallery. Wat Pho and Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun) will appeal to history buffs. Step out of Bangkok with an excursion to Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok in Bang Sao Thong--about 1h 10 min away. Enjoy Bangkok some more: contemplate the long history of The Grand Palace, examine the collection at Siam Serpentarium, browse the different shops at Asiatique The Riverfront, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit).

To find other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, go to the Bangkok trip itinerary planning website.

Getting from Samut Prakan to Bangkok by car takes about an hour. You will have some time to spend on the 3rd (Tue) before leaving for home.