A guide by @olgainbkk · PDF + Google Maps
300+ aesthetic places I've personally tried: brunch spots, rooftops, parks, local brands and weekend escapes. Everything is already pinned in your Google Maps — just open the map and go.
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You open TripAdvisor or a “top 20 in Bangkok” list — and end up in a crowd of tourists at the same temples.
Cafés, bars, shops — all buried in your saved posts. And when you're hungry near your hotel, you can't find a single one.
Where to have breakfast, how not to get overcharged by a taxi, which area to stay in — questions eat the time you want to spend exploring.
The guide solves all of this in one evening.
I've lived in Bangkok since 2022 and have already been through the trial and error — the overpaying and hundreds of places visited. You only get the best of it.
No “make sure to visit the Grand Palace”. Only places I go to myself and take my friends to.
12 themed maps and 6 day plans. Save them in one tap — the places appear in your app and update automatically.
What to order in Thai cuisine, how to say “not spicy”, and what to grab at 7‑Eleven if your stomach disagrees.
The best breakfasts, giant croissants, ramen and an Italian spot for date night — with addresses, opening hours and menus.
Bars overlooking MahaNakhon: where you can walk in without booking, and where the vibe is livelier.
For runs, yoga and monitor-lizard spotting — plus one park worth leaving the city for.
A trusted dog hotel, a vet clinic with English-speaking doctors and dog parks with pools. We moved here with our dog — we know.
My top 4 and hacks: the best bread, the best ready meals, and where they will slice a watermelon for you.
BTS and MRT, Rabbit Card, how not to overpay for taxis and why bike taxis save you at rush hour.
Taxis, food delivery, marketplaces, cleaning and beauty services — what to install before you land.
Where to rent if you are staying long-term: an honest rating of areas for living, not sightseeing.
Clothing, swimwear, jewelry and concept stores. Gifts you will not find anywhere else, with delivery nationwide.
Salons, nails, massage and spas I actually go to.
Thai accounts where new cafés and trends show up first.
The closest island to Bangkok with white-sand beaches: how to get there, where to stay, which beaches and cafés to pick.
Mountains, wineries, boutique hotels and cafés three hours from the city.
Around 40 films shot in Thailand — fall in love with the country before you even fly.
Every name in the guide is a link — to the map, menu, website or booking. The first pages are open — the rest is waiting for you in the guide.
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Tap “Save list” and every place appears in your app, pinned by category. You see what is near you right now. I add new places regularly — they show up for you automatically.
+ 6 ready-made “Day in Bangkok” plans: Chatuchak, riverside art galleries, outlets, a rooftop with a MahaNakhon view and more.
Food Breakfast Rooftop bars 
Michelin-starred dining Parks 
Pet-friendly 
Shopping malls 
Beauty 
Spa & massage Local brands Koh Larn Khao Yai By Visa or Mastercard. Takes a minute.
The guide arrives automatically. Works on phone and desktop.
A couple of taps — every list is in your Google Maps.
Pay once. New places are added for free.
You are building your itinerary and want cool, non-touristy places. The guide covers every practical question: transport, food, shops, malls and apps.
You want to know the city better and never ask “where should we go?” again. Open the guide and pick a place.
Dedicated chapters on Koh Larn and Khao Yai — for a break from the big city.
No need to live in Bangkok: order anywhere in Thailand via Lazada. Skip the fridge magnets — bring home real gifts.
If you do not eat spicy food, always ask for no spicy or no chilli. If a dish can not be made mild, they will tell you.
Ask before the ride. A green light on the windshield means the taxi is free, red means taken.
Ask bike taxi drivers for a helmet. Not keen on a shared one? Wear a bandana underneath.
Flying Rabbit from any pharmacy or 7‑Eleven — in case Thai food turns out a bit too adventurous.
The guide has hundreds of finds like these.
Living in Bangkok since 2022 I first came to Bangkok in 2018 and fell for it instantly: colorful, alive and endlessly varied. In 2022 my partner — who had travelled almost all of Asia before we met — and I moved here together with our dog Tito.
We spent a year in a pet-friendly condo and then rented a big house on the edge of the city. Along the way many people followed me, and the questions started repeating: where to eat, where to live, how to get around, where to go for the weekend.
That's how this guide was born. You won't find the first Google results here — only modern, aesthetic places I genuinely love. If my style on social media resonates with you, you'll love the guide too.
Olga Rudik
I've read the entire guide — it's done so beautifully. Usually with things like this your eyes hurt from how cluttered or boring everything looks. Here it's just perfect: clear, engaging, and it answers all the key questions. Thank you so much for such great work!
Kate ★★★★★
Olga, the guide is amazing — thank you again! We've been here a few months and I knew most places, but I still discovered something new 💖 Turns out we live near the spa from your list — we'll try it this week. And we'll grab the croissants too, they're nearby 👌
Sia ★★★★★
Thank you! I went through it — it is truly amazing. I really appreciate the valuable information and all your work 🙏
Diana ★★★★★
Costs about as much as brunch for two — and saves you dozens of hours of research.
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We have stayed at or visited every one of them. No ads for the sake of ads — only places we want to return to.
Stayed here several times Koh Larn
A simple hotel with one big advantage: it sits right on one of the island's best beaches. Wake up, grab your swimsuit, and you're in the sea a minute later. Evenings are for dinner on the terrace at sunset.
Most stylish on the island Koh Larn
A new design-led hotel — we visited while it was still being built and met the founder and the architect. Every detail is considered. The beach is a short ride away, but the atmosphere is worth it.
Khao Yai
A modern mountain hotel in the national park: outdoor pool, Thai restaurant, a mini farm with animals and a gym. Hot springs, art museums and zoos are all within 20 minutes.
Prices are the lowest nightly rates on Trip.com and vary by date.Some links are affiliate links: your price stays the same, and it helps me keep the guide updated.
A 45-page PDF that reads well on phone and desktop. Every name and image is clickable — linking to maps, websites, menus or bookings. Plus 12 Google Maps lists.
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Yes. For short trips there are 6 ready-made “Day in Bangkok” plans, and the Google Maps lists help you find a great spot near you in a minute.
Most likely: many readers have lived here for a while and still find new places — especially local brands, spas and cafés. Plus the neighborhood ranking if you plan to move.
Yes, for free. I regularly add new places to the Google Maps lists — they appear in your app automatically.
Barely, and on purpose. Those are easy to find. This guide is about modern Bangkok: places where locals and expats actually go.
