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Bangkok

Markets, temples, rooftops and the country's transport hub.

Budget level
Affordable
Best months
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Ideal stay
2–4 days
Best for
Food, Culture, Nightlife

Overview

Riverside temples and canal neighbourhoods sit beside rail-connected malls and one of Asia's deepest street-food scenes.

Plan & book

Stays, activities and transport for Bangkok will be bookable here soon.

Where to stayComing soon

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Why go to Bangkok

  • Every domestic route starts here
  • Exceptional value for food and hotels

Budget

Bangkok is affordable by Thailand standards. Across Thailand, mid-range travellers typically spend about $75–$110 per person per day.

Country-level planning estimate, excluding flights. See the full Thailand budget breakdown.

Practical information

  • Use the BTS/MRT to avoid traffic
  • Dress modestly for temples

Things to do in Bangkok

  • Grand Palace at opening time
  • Chinatown food crawl on Yaowarat
  • River ferry between piers

When to go to Bangkok

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Plan 2–4 days here. Highlighted months are the best fit for most travellers.

Getting around

  • Domestic flights link Bangkok with the north and the southern islands quickly
  • Trains and long-distance buses cover the country affordably, including overnight services

Suggested itineraries

  • North and Andaman

    14 days

    City, mountains, then west-coast islands.

    Route: Bangkok → Chiang Mai → Krabi

  • Gulf-coast beach trip

    10 days

    Minimal moving, maximum beach.

    Route: Bangkok → Koh Samui → Koh Tao & Koh Phangan

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