May 25 – 29, 2026
Chulalongkorn University
Asia/Bangkok timezone

After hours and diversions

While CHEP 2026 will keep participants busy during the day, Bangkok offers countless opportunities to unwind and explore after hours. From green spaces and cultural venues around Chulalongkorn University to world-famous temples, vibrant markets, and modern cityscapes, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Recommended Places Around Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok

Explore Bangkok conveniently from Chulalongkorn University using the BTS Skytrain and MRT subway systems. Most destinations can be reached within 10–30 minutes.

 

Parks & Relaxing Areas

 

 

 

 


 

Arts, Museums & Culture


 

Historic Landmarks & Temples

 


Food & Café Areas

Banthat Thong Road

One of Bangkok’s most popular food streets with restaurants, cafés, and desserts.

Food

  • Louisvanich

  • Lobster City

  • Somtum Jae Aoy — Northeastern Thai food

  • Pasta Chula

  • Somboon Seafood — Famous Thai-Chinese seafood restaurant

  • Cookkimao — Thai restaurant

  • Tee Noi — Hotpot buffet

 

Desserts

  • Jae Wan

  • Haab

  • Souri

  • Cheng Sim Ei

  • Smosorn Ice Cream

  • Nueng Nom Nua

  • ChaTraMue

 

Walking distance from Chulalongkorn University
or short Grab / motorcycle taxi ride


Samyan Area

Food

  • Chef Meng — Chula Soi 48

  • Hey Burgs

  • Jok Sam Yan — Famous rice porridge

  • White Flower Cafe

Desserts & Cafés

  • Creamery Boutique Ice Creams

  • Cake Ton Kok

Lifestyle Area

  • Samyan Mitrtown

 

How to get there:

Walking Distance from Chulalongkorn
MRT Sam Yan

 


Yaowarat Road (Chinatown)

Best visited during evening and nighttime (17:00–01:30).

Recommended Food

  • Various Dim Sum and fusion Chinese-Thai restaurants
  • Street food stalls throughout the area is also very tasty and a must-try.

 

How to get there:
MRT Sam Yan → MRT Wat Mangkon

 


Shopping & Entertainment

CentralwOrld

CentralwOrld, under the concept "Central to your wOrld," caters to the diverse lifestyles of modern people. It is divided into several zones: World of Luxe, World of Highstreet, World of Sport Culture, World of Inno-Experience, World of Co-Living Culture, World of One’s People, and World of Ultimate Dining

How to get there:

  • BTS Siam or BTS Chit Lom

  • Approx. 10–15 minutes

 

Siam Area

The vibrant Siam Area is Bangkok's premier lifestyle hub, seamlessly connecting world-class shopping experiences at the luxurious including

  • Centerpoint Siam Square

  • Siam Square

  • SIAMSCAPE

  • Siam Center

  • Siam Paragon

  • Siam Discovery

  • Siam walking street

Central Park Bangkok

Modern lifestyle destination in Bangkok.

How to get there:

  • MRT Silom / BTS Sala Daeng area

One Bangkok

One Bangkok is a world-class integrated district that redefines urban living in the heart of Thailand’s capital. Created to be “The Heart of Bangkok” and to hold a lasting place in people’s hearts, this visionary development effortlessly blends culture, commerce, and community. As a vibrant lifestyle destination, One Bangkok unites shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment within one dynamic district.

How to get there:

  • MRT Lumphini

Asiatique The Riverfront

Riverside night market and entertainment destination featuring restaurants, cafés, shopping areas, live performances, and attractions such as the Ferris wheel and Jurassic World: The Experience.

How to get there:

  • BTS Saphan Taksin → shuttle boat from Sathorn Pier

 


Nightlife & Drinking Spots

  • 73 

  • Tderm 

  • Ratch Hour 

  • Len Yai

  • Nazty

  • Prao

  • Tic Tac Toe

  • Now or Never

 


Recommended Transport Apps

  • VIABUS
    • CU Shuttle Bus routes and locations can be checked by VIABUS application
  • MUVMI
    • Electric Tuk-Tuk, fast and cheap
  • Grab
    • Affordable ride including both motorcycle and cars
  • BTS Skytrain
  • MRT Bangkok Metro

 

 

We sincerely hope you enjoy staying in Bangkok during this period. ;)

- Staff