Located in the heart of the city, Bangkok’s bustling commercial district is known for its upscale skyscrapers, open-air restaurants, and hidden gems tucked between towering buildings. While the options are endless, discover the best things to do around town with a guide to the Sathorn-Silom area.
Blue Elephant Cooking School
This restaurant-school offers a taste of royal Thai cuisine, and a chance to learn its secrets. Situated in a stunning colonial building, classes led by passionate instructors walk you through the basics of traditional regal cooking, plus market tours and a certificate upon completion.
Number 1 Gallery
Step out of your hotel in Bangkok Sathorn and get a feel for the city’s contemporary art scene. At Number 1 Gallery, explore an intimate indie art space packed with a rotating modern art collection, and drop by at the adjoining coffee shop for an aesthetic brew.
Craftsman Roastery & Brew Bar
Just a short walk from Chatrium Residence Sathorn Bangkok, this unique spot is both a coffee and design gem. Hailed as one of Bangkok’s best cafes by Time Out, the roastery is located within a historic printing warehouse, renovated to preserve its original industrial beauty and serve incredible mocha lattes.
Smalls Jazz Bar
Sandwiched between buildings in the corner of an alley, Smalls lives up to its name as a cosy live jazz bar. This multi-level retro hangout is a neighbourhood fixture, decorated with contemporary art, exposed brick, and chic Parisian decor. Stop by, order a craft cocktail, and tune into brassy rhythms as the night wears on.
Sathorn Unique – Ghost Tower
While you won’t be able to enter, Bangkok’s iconic “Ghost Tower” is still worth a visit. Abandoned mid-construction during the 1997 financial crisis, the Unique Tower never saw the light as a high-rise condo. Instead, it has become a fascinating fixture of Bangkok’s skyline, with its unusual architecture and ghostly presence.
