Songkran in Siam Square

Songkran in Siam Square is one of the highlights in the Thai capital, every year. Make sure you don’t miss it during your stay in Bangkok this year. So, what is Songkran?

THE TRADITION OF SONGKRAN IN SIAM SQUARE

This festive period celebrates the traditional New Years’s day in Thailand and takes place from 13th to 15th April each year. This period is filled with traditions, celebrations and rituals. It is one of a kind cultural experience for visitors. Apart from paying respect to ancestors, making merit and enjoying family time, the festivities include a major water festival. The water festival is known as one of the most fun celebrations in the world!

Get ready to be totally soaked as everybody will be carrying water guns, super soakers and huge water buckets to splash the whole city! Celebrations will be taking places in the entire country but Songkran in Siam Square remains one of the main spots to enjoy the fun. The Siam BTS station will drop you right in front of the crowd.

A SONGKRAN IN SIAM SQUARE TO BE REMEMBERED

Once you reach the Siam Square area, you will realize its the place to be! The streets will be packed with people looking for fun and amusement. Waves of water will refresh your Songkran in Siam Square from the heat of the month! Music is also part of the festivities as many bands and DJs will perform throughout the day and night! After a few moments splashing and having fun, it will be time to refresh and fill your stomach! Siam Square is perfect for this as there are many stalls set up, selling cheap and delicious food.

So play with the locals and get ready for a fun and wild celebration, Songkran in Siam Square! Don’t forget to protect your belongings as they are at risk to get really wet, protective bags are sold at every convenience store. And of course, buy a water gun, fill it and start splashing the crowd! Should you prefer not to walk, opt for a little city tour with a traditional Tuk Tuk! During the Songkran period, they will drive you around the city, slowing down when passing by water hoses so that people can splash you like in a washing machine! And then drive you back to enjoy Songkran in Siam Square for the rest of the day!

FEEL AT HOME DURING SONGKRAN IN SIAM SQUARE

So, are you convinced yet that Songkran in Siam Square should be your next experience to be lived in Bangkok? Well, we do have more! Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square is located right in the centre of Siam Square. It’s the perfect starting point to enjoy fun times in the area during the festival! With 425 rooms, it offers many accommodation types, from our comfortable Superior and Deluxe rooms to the luxurious Siam Suite, through the modern high floor Executive rooms with exclusive access to the Premier Lounge and its all day refreshments! Just book your room now to enjoy the best rate guaranteed over the period of Songkran!

Would you like to match it with a delicious meal? Well, the hotel boasts 2 fantastic restaurants. The Square offers the best international buffet in Bangkok for lunch and dinner. During your Songkran in Siam Square, you will also be able to enjoy the traditional Khao Chae, a refreshing Thai dish made during the Songkran period only. For the ones looking for refreshing drinks and cocktails, head for our new social dining space the Gourmet Bar. So whether you are looking for accommodation or simply to share a good meal during this festive time, Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square has it all to make your Songkran in Siam Square the perfect one!

Check our Special Offers page for special room rates available for you to enjoy the very best of Songkran at Novotel Bangkok Siam Square.