Banyan Tree in Silom from AU$299

Silom is an urban, family-friendly neighbourhood known for being romantic and offering ample choices for restaurants and bars. The neighbourhood's friendly people and China town are just a couple of its charming qualities. Silom is a great home base for exploring the greater Bangkok area, especially with so many hotels to choose from.

Sightseeing around Silom

The monuments and temples offer insight into the area's history, while the museums add a sense of refinement. At Kathmandu Photo Gallery, H Gallery, and Number 1 Gallery, you'll learn about local culture. Monuments like Sri Mariamman Temple, Bank of Asia, and Old Customs House are well regarded. Assumption Cathedral, Holy Rosary Church, and Hualamphong Train Station are well-known local landmarks. Bring the family to Snake Farm, Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World, and Dinosaur Planet.

Many visitors like to do some shopping while in town, but there are a number of other activities. Lumpini Park, Benjakiti Park, or Santiphap Park are ideal spots to enjoy the outdoors. With a shopping trip to Patpong Night Market, Thaniya Plaza, or Silom Complex Shopping Mall, you might find that perfect souvenir. River City Shopping Complex, Si Phraya Pier, and MBK Shopping Mall are other spots for some local fun.

Some of the area's most popular sights are Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and Grand Palace. Neilson Hays Library, Thavibu Gallery, and Tang Gallery will also leave an impression.

Getting around Silom

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Chong Nong Station, Chong Nonsi BTS Station, or Sam Yan Station.

At 22.9 km (14.2 miles), Bangkok (DMK-Don Mueang Intl.) is the closest major airport to Silom. Bangkok (BKK-Suvarnabhumi Intl.) is the next closest airport, 24.5 km (15.2 miles) away.