DK Travel : Bangkok : Editor's choice

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Ananda Spa

Ananda is a Sanskrit word meaning bliss and harmony, which is what this spa attempts to restore in its clients. It offers a wide range of treatments, with the most popular being the Ananda Retreat, consisting of a herbal body polish, a massage, and a facial.
Baiyoke Tower II

Bangkok’s tallest building at 1,000 ft (304 m), this tower has an open-air, revolving roof deck from where there are superb panoramas of the city.
Bamrung Muang Road

Originally an elephant trail, this was one of the first roads to be paved in Bangkok. Its shops sell temple necessities such as monks’ robes, candles, incense, and Buddha images.
Bangkok Dolls Museum

This museum displays dolls from around the world, all dressed in miniature costumes and set in context (see Bangkok Dolls Museum ).
Bangkok Dolls Museum

This museum was created by Tongkorn Chandavimol in the 1950s after a visit to Japan, which aroused her interest in the various types of dolls from different countries and periods of history. The dolls on display are from all over the world and are from the owner’s personal collection. Dolls can even be purchased for around B400–500. The museum is tricky to find, but well worth the effort.
Bangkok Planetarium

Aspects of the universe are projected onto a huge domed ceiling at this planetarium. There are also exhibits on space travel, astronomy through the ages, and the life of stars and the solar system, as well as a separate computer zone and an aquarium. Allow at least half a day to see everything of interest.
Banyan Tree Spa

Located on the 39th floor of the Banyan Tree Hotel, this deluxe spa has fantastic views and offers a variety of services including massages, scrubs, beauty treatments, and a bath menu. The Banyan Day package is a seven-hour marathon, which includes just about everything.
Bowling

A great way of spending a fun afternoon or evening with friends is to go bowling. It offers a sporting challenge without too much exertion. Most of Bangkok’s shopping malls have a bowling alley on the top floor, some of which are equipped with karaoke facilities and disco lighting.
Buddhaisawan Chapel, National Museum

After learning about Thai history in the National Museum, settle down on the cool teak floorboards of this lovely chapel to meditate, in front of the Phra Sihing Buddha image (see Buddhaisawan Chapel ).
Calypso Cabaret

Cabarets performed by transvestites are popular in Thailand. This show involves a cast of glamorous lookers in lavish costumes, lip-synching to pop songs, and posing for pictures.