Rama 3

From its junction with Rama 4, Rama 3 Road follows the western bank of the Chao Phraya River south to Bhumibol 1 Bridge, then northwest past Rama 9 Bridge and across Rama 3 Bridge to Talat Phlu. This established neighborhood for wealthy Thai families of Chinese ancestry has recently become home to many foreigners, primarily from Korea.
 

public transport

Public transportation in this area currently consists of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line, connecting to the BTS (Skytrain) at Chong Nonsi and Talat Phlu Stations. Although much of its lane is physically separated from other traffic, the BRT system is still affected by traffic congestion during rush hours. A Gray monorail line (3rd phase) is planned that would duplicate or replace much of the BRT route. From Rama 3, the Sathorn central business district is also easily reached by car or taxi via local roads and several expressways. 

Recent Developments and Average Prices
 

Hit by the 1997 Asia economic crisis, with many warehouses left empty and new buildings unfinished, the area took off again five years later with several new condominium projects along Naradhiwat Rajanagarindra Road and by the Chao Phraya River. Recently launched condominiums are priced at approximately THB 100,000 – 170,000 per square meter. Noteworthy developments include:
 

• Canapaya Residences, developed by Canapaya Property, units priced from THB 10.2 to 400 million (THB 229,000 per/sq. m.), completed in 2018. 
• Star View, developed by Easter Star, units priced from THB 7.5 to 23 million (THB 129,000 per/sq. m.), completed in 2014. 
• The Pano Rama 3, developed by K Land, units priced from THB 5.99 to 87 million (THB 153,000 per/sq. m.), completed in 2009. 
• Sapphire Luxurious Condominium, developed by JRY Property Company Limited, units priced from THB 2.4 million (THB 71,000 per/sq. m.), due to complete in 2024.
   

Hospitality and Retail Venues

Several hotels are located in the neighborhood, mainly along the river, notable among them are:

Luxury:

• Montien Riverside Hotel, 1.3 km from Rama IX Bridge, rated 8.1 – the room rate is THB 1,402
• Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok, 3.1 km from Rama IX Bridge, rated 9.1 – the room rate is THB 2,307

Mid-Range:

• Rio Monte Residence, 1.7 km from Rama IX Bridge rated 8.1 – the room rate is THB 900
• Modern Home Tower Apartment, 3 km from Rama IX Bridge – the room rate is THB 2,394

Budget:

• Howard Square Boutique Hotel, 1.6 km from Rama IX Bridge, rated 7.3 – the room rate is THB 680

Central Plaza Rama 3, on Ratchadapisek Road is the neighborhood's main shopping mall. Nearby is Tesco Lotus Rama 3, The Up Rama 3 and Rungcharoen Market, a great source of fresh fruits, vegetables and halal meats.  Near Bhumibol 1 Bridge is INT Intersect Rama 3, including a Foodland supermarket. Next to Lumpini Place Rama 3 – Riverview is Tree on Three, a community mall with restaurants. There's also easy access to Asiatique the Riverfront on Charoenkrung Road for shopping and dining.
 

Food & Beverage

The neighborhood is known for its many authentic Thai and Chinese restaurants, as well as international choices. Some of these include:

• Maguro, at INT Intersect Rama 3, Japanese restaurant.
• Baan Klang Krung, Soi Mu Ban Si Thai Villa, Thai-Chinese.
• BBQ Fusion, Barbecue restaurant. 
• Chunpen, Thai restaurant.
• Ho Kitchen Riverside, Chinese cuisine.
• Hajime Robot Restaurant, Japanese barbecue and Sukiyaki served by robots.

NightLife
 

Neighborhood nightlife generally centers around pubs and restaurants with live music located along the river, as well as some classy rooftop bars. Foremost among these include:
 

• Tawandang German Brewery, at Naradhiwat Rajanagarindra Road. Serving German and Thai cuisine and home-brewed beer, with nightly live performances. 
• HOBS House of Beers at INT Intersect Rama 3. 
• Buri Tara Wine Bar & Restaurant at Bangkok Square.
• The View Bar & Restaurant.
• Sky Moon Bar & Bistro, a rooftop bar at Vanilla Garden.

Asiatique The Riverfront has live performances, restaurants, bars, and a giant Ferris Wheel. Also within easy distance by taxi is the Sathorn/Silom nightlife area.

Art, Leisure & Sport

At the foot of Rama 9 Bridge is a delightful public park commemorating the “sixth cycle” (72-year) birthday of H.M. King Rama IX. At Soi Talat Chong Nonsi is Le Smash Club, a large tennis club. Nearby is a cross-river ferry to Samut Prakarn, near Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park and Botanical Garden, Bang Krachao and The Siamese Fighting Fish Gallery, all of which are best explored on bicycles that can be rented locally. 

Other outdoor attractions include Nonsi Golf Driving Range; Sathu 20 Driving Range; Home Sport, next to Sathu 20, with soccer, badminton, table tennis, Taekwondo and yoga; SOCCERPRO soccer field; B-Pro basketball courts at Soi Sut Prasoet; Rockin' Jump trampoline park; and Fitness First at Central Plaza Rama 3.

For art lovers, there's a cluster of galleries known as N22 at Naradhiwat Rajanagarindra Soi 22, including ARTIST + RUN Gallery, Gallery VER, Tentacles, Cartel Artspace, Be Takerng Pattanopas Studio, Studio Kamol, MADs Box and Lalanta Fine Art. Nearby on Yannawa Road is Chin's Gallery @ Arden Rama 3.
 

Education, Healthcare and Religion

Local schools include Sarasas Ektra, Sarasas Pittaya and Sarasas Pattana Schools, Phramaemary Sathupradit School, Joseph Bangkok School and Aman Narumit (Islamic) School. Many neighborhood Thai temples also operate schools, including Wat Pariwas School, Wat Chan Nai School, Wat Sai School, Wat Dan School, Wat Khlongpoom School and Wat Khlong Mai School. Shrewsbury International School is easily accessible along Charoen Krung Road from Rama 3 Road.

Charoenkrung Pracharak Hospital is located near the Rama 3 Bridge and BRT stop. Several other hospitals are within easy reach of Rama 3, including Lerdsin Hospital near Taksin Bridge, Taksin Hospital in Thonburi, BNH Hospital at Convent Road, and King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital at Rama 4 Road. Other local medical facilities include the Kidney Care Center, Thailand Optic Rama 3, and Sathu Pradit and D. Rak Animal Hospitals.

Neighborhood houses of worship include St. Joseph Church, St. Thomas The Apostle Church, House of Glory Church and Udomkarn Church, and Assalafiyah and Aman Narumit Mosques. Many Thai temples are located in the neighborhood, including Wat Pariwat, Wat Dan, Wat Khlong Pum, Wat Thong Bon, Wat Inbanchong, Wat Chan Nok, Wat Bangkhlo Nok, Wat Dok Mai and Wat Phai Ngoen Chotana Ram.