A plan by free time
| Free time | Plan | Where |
|---|---|---|
| One evening | Rooftop bar or dinner near the hotel | Sukhumvit |
| One afternoon | Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun on a guided tour | Old town |
| One Saturday | Chatuchak market in the morning, shopping mall in the afternoon | Chatuchak, Siam |
| A weekend | The Saturday above, then an excursion on Sunday | See the two-day itinerary |
The weekend in two days
Saturday: temples in the morning, lunch in the old town, then back by metro or taxi. See Wat Pho and the Grand Palace. A guided walking tour of Wat Pho and Wat Arun saves you handling tickets and queues. Sunday: Chatuchak, then the full route in Bangkok in 2 days. For the evening, see rooftop bars.
Where to stay
These listings were read on 30 October 2026; distances are those of the booking sites.
- Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok Sukhumvit 20: about 10 minutes on foot from Sukhumvit MRT according to a listing, and one stop from the QSNCC. Limit: busy street at rush hour.
- JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok: 5 minutes on foot from BTS Nana according to a listing. Limit: noisy area in the evening.
- Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit: about 0.8 mile from the QSNCC. Limit: upper category.
- Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok: presented as close to the QSNCC and attractions. Limit: distance not stated.
More business addresses in business hotels in Sukhumvit and Asok.
Arranging the extension
Tell your employer and check that your insurance covers the leisure days. For visa, invoices and extra days, see business visa and invoices in Thailand.
FAQ
What is the minimum time for bleisure in Bangkok?
An evening is enough for a rooftop bar; half a day allows the temples on a guided tour.
Where should I stay for bleisure?
On Sukhumvit, near the BTS or MRT, so you can move easily from meeting to sightseeing.
Do I need to tell my insurer?
Yes: check that the leisure days are covered.
La rédaction Bangkok Authority, information read on 30 October 2026.
