Yaowarat is markedly different from the rest of Bangkok. Due to the mix of Chinese and Thai cultures this area is unique and fascinating.
Getting start in the morning at the informative Yaowarat Chinatown Heritage Centre, Followed by the impressive golden Buddha statue in Wat Traimit. In addition, there is a the vibrant markets in Trok Issaranuphap, Sampeng Lane is famed for hosting a cheap accessories and clothing market attracting hordes of young people and then come experience the slow-Life, sit in a coffee shop atmosphere in Eiah Sae. Other highlights in Yaowarat include the extremely colorful shrine of Guan Yin Shrine and Wat Mangkon Kamalawat (Wat Leng Noei Yi) is Chinese temples most important of Bangkok are filled with pilgrims around Thailand. There are also Pak Klong Talad Flower Market selling for agricultural products vegetable, fruits and flowers. Finally, Yaowarat Road at night with hundreds of delectable food stalls and restaurants opening up. If you come here during holiday times, you may be lucky to see a Chinese opera, a dying tradition.
Consequently, Morning and daytime are good for browsing attractions as well as evening and night is best for street food. However, traffic is very bad in this area, recommend taking the MRT Underground to Hua Lamphong Station, and then either a 15 minute walk or a short tuk-tuk ride.