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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Silk House

Beat the heat and catch the light.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:09

    Greyhound Café

    Grab a light bite at Greyhound Café. The fusion menu and cool, minimalistic interior offer a respite from the midday sun before you head out.

  2. 16:39

    Jim Thompson's House

    Walk to Jim Thompson's House. Arrive early to join the queue for the guided tour. The air-conditioned buildings and silk history provide a perfect prelude to the evening.

  3. 17:39

    Somboon Seafood

    Head to Somboon Seafood for an early dinner. Their curry crab is a specialty, and the location is close enough to keep the evening relaxed.

  4. 18:09

    Jim Thompson's House

    Finish your evening back at the Jim Thompson House grounds. As the sun sets toward the WSW, the golden light hits the traditional Thai architecture, offering a serene end to the day.

Local tip

The tour at Jim Thompson's House can have a wait of up to 30 minutes, so arriving early is essential to avoid standing in the courtyard heat.

Check before you go

  • Greyhound Café is open until 22:00.
  • Jim Thompson's House is open until 17:00, so the tour must be completed before sunset.
  • Somboon Seafood opens at 16:00, making it suitable for the early dinner slot.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Bangkok (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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