February is the month of red. First comes Valentine’s Day, a time for love, and then follows one of Bangkok’s most stimulating holidays, Chinese New Year. Throughout the month, the city will be decked out in red—red hearts, classic red dresses, and fearsome red and green paper dragons.

As the auspicious Year of the Goat draws near, now is the time to head over to Chinatown in Bangkok to drink in the magnificent celebrations. It’s sure to be a treat for the senses, between the commotion, the sweet smell of joss sticks, and the awesome drumlines and performances that take over the streets from Charoen Krung to Yaowarat. Make sure you do it right, with Pickabooclub!

A Couples Bike Tour of Chinatown

Why not do double-duty this February? Take your sweetheart on a bike tour of Bangkok’s famous Chinatown, celebrating the turning of the calendar as well as the Valentine’s Day.

Pickabooclub’s special Chinatown bike ride package weaves through the unexplored quarters of the old center of town. This smooth 15-kilometer ride, led by the professional team at Spice Roads, is suitable for any level. So even if you’re unsure of your biking ability, you’ll be in great hands.

Above all, you’ll get to witness a slice of life in Bangkok that speaks of times gone by. The bustle of Yaowarat fades into quiet back roads. Residents set about the real business of life in the capital, working casually in their old shophouses.

Stroll through History in Bangkok

Chinese New Year Gifts in Bangkok’s Chinatown.

For a different experience entirely, take the speed down a notch with Pickabooclub’s Historical Bangkok Evening Walk. Take a bite out of classic street-eats on Yaowarat Road, one of the most famous street food neighborhoods in Bangkok.

From there, stroll through the old night flower market and Memorial Bridge, cultural icons and living testaments to the city’s glorified past. As the night winds down, gear up with drinks and dancing on Khao San Road. A popular rest stop for travelers, this district brings the heat when the sun goes down. It’s the perfect way to cap your evening walk through Chinatown as the New Year gets off to a roaring start.