The best things to do with Mum on Mother’s Day

Remember when your mum took you to see Jurassic Park on the big screen and just like that, dinosaurs took over your childhood? From T. rex toys to dino encyclopedias, she indulged your prehistoric obsession every step of the way. This Mother’s Day, it’s your turn to return the favour. Treat her to Jurassic World: The Experience at Asiatique The Riverfront. Spanning over 6,000 square metres and divided into 10 zones, this immersive experience transports visitors straight into the world of Isla Nublar. And when hunger strikes, take her to Fossil & Flame Restaurant, the first Jurassic World-themed dining experience outside of the theme park, where you’ll feast on dino-era-inspired dishes in a movie-worthy setting. Because the woman who introduced you to dinosaurs deserves an adventure just as epic. Tickets are at B579-989 via here. 

Sometimes, the best gift is simply time well spent. Now’s your chance to give your mum what she truly deserves – your full presence, shared over a slow afternoon tea. Just the two of you, talking, laughing and reconnecting. And Bangkok offers plenty of lovely settings to make those quiet moments feel extra special.

At The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok, the ‘Adore Afternoon Tea for Mom’ invites you to enjoy delicate savouries, Thai-inspired desserts and buttery scones with views of Lumphini Park. To make the day even more meaningful, you and your mum can join a ‘Phuang Malai’ workshop to craft a jasmine garland together, complete with beaded letter charms as a lasting keepsake. Taking place from August 9–17, the experience is priced from B1,600.

If chocolate is her love language, InterContinental Bangkok has teamed up with acclaimed chef Lawrence Bobo to offer an indulgent tea set. Expect grilled chicken with avocado, chocolate framboise tarts and hazelnut royales. Served at the Balcony Lounge, the set starts at B1,100 for one or B1,990 for two.

For all her hard work, mum deserves to be treated like royalty. Pamper her with an indulgent spa experience at Rosewood Bangkok. From August 8-16, Sense, A Rosewood Spa offers a deeply restorative 90-minute aromatherapy massage, enhanced by the delicate and soothing properties of pure jasmine oil. Prices start at B4,000.

Or give her the gift of relaxation at Pullman Bangkok King Power with the exclusive ‘Spa Day, Mom’s Way’ package, which combines rejuvenating treatments at Le SPA with dining at Cuisine Unplugged. Available now until August 31, midday-5pm, the package features a 90-minute spa experience, beginning with a 60-minute massage followed by a 30-minute treatment such as a rejuvenating body scrub. Afterwards, enjoy your choice from a curated menu, including khao soi ramen or a vegan Buddha bowl. The package is priced at B2,590 for a single and B4,490 for a couple.

If the kitchen isn’t calling your name this Mother’s Day, why not whisk mum away for a memorable meal instead? Across Bangkok, several restaurants are offering special set menus made just for the occasion.

For a meal surrounded by lush greenery, take her to COBA Bangkok for ‘A Table for Mom’, an exclusive Mother’s Day tasting menu by Chef Olivier Limousin. Blending refined French techniques with heartfelt storytelling, the 5-course menu will be served on August 12 and includes dishes such as l’amuse bouche, Mediterranean confit piperade, and la daurade, grilled seabream with lemongrass foam and turmeric essence. Each mother will also receive a beautifully packaged signature dessert to take home as a gift. Lunch is served from midday-2.30pm and dinner from 6pm-11pm. Price starts at B4,150.

For a celebration that’s as abundant as your appreciation, Conrad Bangkok’s Liu restaurant presents an indulgent all-you-can-eat dim sum lunch, available August 10-12. This special menu features handcrafted dim sum and signature dishes by Liu’s master chefs. Highlights include filo pastry crab claws stuffed with shrimp paste, black garlic soup with chicken, turnip, and black mushrooms, as well as Peking duck rolls and crispy pork belly. As a heartfelt gesture, every mother dining

Celebrate your love for mum by trading the dining room for the river deck and treat her to a meal with a stunning view along the Chao Phraya.

Hop aboard the Chao Phraya Princess Cruise, one of the city’s longest-running dinner cruises, departing from Iconsiam, Asiatique Riverfront and Pier 21. Enjoy a lively atmosphere with a buffet featuring Thai seafood, international and Indian dishes, accompanied by live music with Thai and Western favourites. The cruise sets sail at 7.30pm and is priced at B1,200 per person.

If you want to surprise Mum with something unique, the Okura Cruise presents the ‘Symphony of River’, a Japanese-inspired journey aboard an origami-shaped ferryboat. With plush floor seating and beautifully presented sushi served in miniature wooden boats, this three-hour experience provides a gentle, elegant backdrop for cherishing the love you share. Cruises depart daily from Pier 4 at Asiatique The Riverfront, with boarding starting at 7pm. Guests can enjoy a seasonal kaiseki set dinner starting at B3,900 per person, or opt for a teppanyaki set dinner starting at B4,900 per person.

There’s no love quite as deep and boundless as a mother’s. A magical sunset dinner high above the city could be the perfect way to show your gratitude. Le Du Kaan, Bangkok’s first rooftop Thai restaurant, bar and grill, is perched on the 56th floor of EA Rooftop at The Empire. Treat Mum to epic sunset views as the sky transforms into shades of gold and rose and the city begins to twinkle. To make the evening even sweeter, the restaurant offers a jasmine mousse cake with lychee jelly, a delicate, floral dessert crafted to delight. Light, fragrant, and refreshingly elegant, this limited-time treat is available during lunch and dinner on August 12, priced from B350.

Mum is the one who first showed you the magic of a story well told – the kind that sweeps you away, stays in your heart and echoes long after the final note. The Phantom of the Opera is one of those stories. Since its premiere nearly four decades ago, it has mesmerised more than 160 million people in 47 countries, weaving its haunting melodies through 21 languages without ever losing its voice. Bangkok first met the Phantom in 2013. Now, in 2025, it returns. Tero Scenario brings the legendary musical back to the Thai stage, inviting longtime fans and curious newcomers alike to step into the shadowy splendour of the Paris Opera House. If your love of theatre began with her or if you're simply looking to create a shared memory that lingers like a beautiful song – this is your moment. Tickets are priced between B1,800 and B7,000, with the show taking place at Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre.

Giving mum a bouquet is always a lovely gesture but if she enjoys getting hands-on, a floral workshop could make the gift even more meaningful. Let her creativity bloom as she crafts her own arrangement and brings home a fresh floral creation to brighten up any corner of her home. Every Saturday in August, The Florist Bar hosts ‘August Flower Workshop’, where you and mum can create a flower box together. Priced at B990, the experience also includes earl grey tea, French macarons and a free Polaroid photo to capture the moment. Workshops run twice a day – 10am-midday and 2pm-4pm.

Sometimes the simplest moments become the most treasured. Take a break from the bustle and enjoy a slow, gentle stroll through one of Bangkok’s most scenic green spaces including Lumphini Park and Benjakitti Park. If your mum loves flowers and photography, don’t miss the special floral festival in the park’s new extension at Queen Sirikit Park. With over 150,000 blooming plants, it’s a dreamy backdrop for meaningful conversations, shared laughter and a few keepsake photos. And there’s more to explore – plant markets, fresh fruit and handmade crafts to browse together. A quiet afternoon like this might just be the most beautiful gift of all.

If you once dragged mum to book fairs and she ended up paying for your growing stack of books, now it’s time to flip the script and treat her instead. Take her to the world’s biggest book sale at Muang Thong Thani, where the joys of reading fill every corner. Whether she loves timeless novels, wellness reads, beautiful coffee table books or simply the quiet thrill of browsing, there’s bound to be something that feels made just for her. And with prices slashed by up to 95 percent, it’s an outing that won’t break the bank. The fair runs daily from 10am-10pm until August 17 and admission is free.