📝 1. Overview
Charoen Krung Soi 16 may be just a side alley on Bangkok’s oldest road, but don’t let its quiet vibe fool you — it’s a rising hub of art, culture, and riverside rebirth. Located in the Bang Rak Creative District, this soi connects the city’s history with its future. Expect crumbling colonial buildings, hidden temples, design studios, and Thailand’s most iconic art space — The Bangkokian Museum and Warehouse 30 just steps away. It’s a must-wander spot for photographers, art lovers, and anyone who likes their Bangkok with a bit of edge.
🌟 2. Highlights
🏛️ ATT 19 Gallery – Contemporary art & lifestyle concept space
🧧 Bangkokian Museum – Charming heritage house with stories of old Bangkok
🏚️ Street Art Corners – Murals hidden between restored shophouses
☕ Gallery Hopping – Pop-up art shows, indie exhibits & cultural events
🚶 Walking Route to Warehouse 30 – Art complex + boutique shops
🛕 Wat Suan Phlu (Nearby) – Quiet temple with beautiful architecture
🎨 Bang Rak Creative District – Revitalized zone of designers, cafés & co-working spaces
💡 3. Tips
📸 Best Photo Spots:
- ATT 19’s inner courtyard – Minimalist vibes & installation art
- Old European facades along the soi
- Hidden murals in back alleys & near Warehouse 30
🕐 Visit mid-afternoon for gallery openings, and stay until golden hour riverside
🎨 Check online for event pop-ups, artist talks, or weekend craft fairs
👟 Wear sneakers—some sidewalks uneven & alleys twisty
☕ Pair your walk with a riverside café break at Tropic City or Sarnies
🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 around Charoen Krung Soi 16
- Sarnies Bangkok
🥪 Aussie-style café in a converted warehouse — killer coffee & brunch
📍 101-103 Charoen Krung Rd
🕒 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily)
🚶 3 min from Soi 16 - Jua Bangkok
🍢 Japanese-style yakitori & izakaya with a Bangkok twist
📍 Charoen Krung Soi 28
🕒 5:00 PM – Late (Closed Sun)
🚶 ~10 min walk, good for dinner after galleries - Tropic City
🍸 Tropical cocktail bar with neon jungle vibes
📍 Charoen Krung Soi 28
🕒 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM (Wed–Sun)
🚶 Chic & fun spot for post-art drinks
🍽️ 4B. Sub-Zone Picks – Recommended Spots by Area
🎨 Charoen Krung Soi 14–20 Zone
- ATT 19 – Gallery, boutique, and coffee in one
- Bangkokian Museum – Under-the-radar cultural gem
- Greenhouse Café (inside ATT 19) – Refreshments in a zen space
🏛️ Warehouse 30 Area (Walkable from Soi 16)
- The Fox and The Moon – Artisan gifts and slow fashion
- Spacebar Bangkok – Creative community café
- Open House Markets – Check for weekend design fairs
🛕 Nearby Cultural Stops
- Assumption Cathedral – French Roman Catholic architecture
- Old Customs House (under renovation) – Iconic riverside heritage building
- Oriental Hotel Side Streets – Cobblestones, old money, and Thai-European fusion
🚗 5. Access
📍 From Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
🚝 Airport Rail Link → MRT Hua Lamphong → Taxi / Walk (~60 min total)
🚕 Taxi (~35–45 min depending on traffic)
📍 From Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
🚕 Taxi (~35–50 min)
🚌 A1 Bus → BTS Mo Chit → BTS Saphan Taksin → Walk / Tuk-tuk
📍 Local Travel
🚝 BTS Saphan Taksin + River Taxi to Si Phraya Pier → Walk
🚶 Entire Bang Rak Creative District is walkable from Soi 16
🛏️ Stay at Capella Bangkok or Shanghai Mansion for a luxury & heritage combo
