The Patravadi Theatre in Bangkok is renowned, but fewer people know about the free performances that can be seen on weekend nights at the Studio 9 restaurant within the theatre compound. With stunning views across the Chao Phraya River to the illuminated Grand Palace and a good value menu of modern Thai dishes the restaurant is appealing in its own right.

But what really makes it a location for a night to remember are the free displays of contemporary Thai performing arts which are shown on Friday and Saturday evenings. With dining tables set around the performance area this is a unique opportunity to see innovative young artists displaying their skills while tucking in to a delicious meal. On the night of our visit we were mesmerised by lithe acrobats contorting themselves within swinging hoops, and seemingly magically suspended from fluid streams of silk, all to a background of haunting Thai music.

Studio 9, 69/1 Soi Wat Rakang, Arun Amarin Road
www.patravaditheatre.com
A short walk from Wat Rakang Pier. Cross river ferries run every 5 minutes until 10 pm (3 Baht) after which you will need to return by taxi.

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If you're backpacking in Bangkok why pay for a dorm when you can get a private room for the same price?

The Roof View is a lovely guesthouse with dirt cheap private rooms, and free breakfast, linen and towels.

The rooms are all pretty stylish,there are comfy beds with fresh white decor and a private balcony.

It's a ten minute walk to the Khaosan Road and a short bus drive to the Grand Palace.

90/1 Samsean Rd Soi 6,, Banpanthom, Pranakorn, Bangkok, Thailand 10200

www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/thailand/bangkok/39813/

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Look out for the free city maps as you come through the airport on your way in; they are on a stand in baggage reclaim, right after immigration. The maps are up-to-date, colourful and have the major attractions, hotels and shopping malls clearly marked. I get one every time I go through.

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This grisly museum exhibits various preserved bodies of accident and crime victims, and even has the bodies of a few famous Thai murderers. Not for the faint-hearted or weak-stomached!

Ground floor, the Forensic Medicine Building, Siriraj Hospital, Th Phrannok, near the Thonburi (Bangkok Noi) train station.

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