Top things to do in Bangkok
Attractions, tours, and activities in Bangkok
Recommended museums in Bangkok
Where to find art and culture in Bangkok
Bangkok: the city's best neighborhoods
Find a great area to stay in Bangkok
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Sukhumvit
5.3 miles from downtown
Business or pleasure? A medley of neighborhoods spiral in offshoots from this road: the largest in Bangkok. Pass on Asoke (the main business district) and head into the "Sois" (side streets) for true variety. Eat to your heart's desire in Phrom Phong, known as "Little Tokyo," or hang out with the fun and fabulous in Thong Lo and Ekkamai's eateries.
Places to stay from $1 a night
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Siam
2.2 miles from downtown
Commerce is at the heart of modern Siam. Siam Paragon and the Siam Center are filled with cell-phone clutching fashionistas and tech-savvy urbanites shopping for clothes, electronics and more. Head over to the petite designer stores in Siam Square for a more boutique-style shopping experience, or to MBK Center for souvenirs, electronics and more.
Places to stay from $12 a night
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Sathorn
3.2 miles from downtown
Sathorn is Bangkok's Financial District, its sights mainly confined to office blocks, hotels and embassies. However, it's not all business. Art aficionados should check out M.R Kukrit’s Heritage Home: a former Prime Minister's home, now a museum; it’s a gem of Thai architectural style.
Places to stay from $7 a night
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Silom
2.7 miles from downtown
All roads lead to Silom, an area that glistens with modern skyscrapers and historic temples. Stroll Lumpini Park or see a venomous snake at the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute. Let your gaze zig-zag up the stunning façade of the Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple. Afterwards, grab an affordable or extravagant snack or dinner in Soi Lalaisub nearby.
Places to stay from $5 a night
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Khaosan
0.6 miles from downtown
Every traveler needs to go to Khao San Road. It’s slightly touristy reputation is preceded only by its avalanche of sights and smells, essential for getting into the groove of Bangkok's rhythm. Swing over to Santichaiprakarn Park for river views and buildings that dot the coast. Stick around at night for the unique shophouse eateries.
Places to stay from $4 a night
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Riverside
1.7 miles from downtown
Pop a bottle of champagne open and slip into thousand-thread-count sheets in Bangkok’s capital of luxury. There aren't many major attractions here besides the smaller temples and shopping areas, but it’s great for a bit of dining too. Try Asiatique for dining and décor, or head to River City Shopping Complex for unique knickknacks.
Places to stay from $9 a night
About Bangkok
Including tips for the best time to visit Bangkok
Bangkok is undeniably one of Southeast Asia’s most energetic capitals. The city center is an exciting mix of old buildings, enormous shopping malls, and holy shrines that can take days to fully explore. Hunt for souvenirs in the Chatuchak Market or visit the shining temples of Wat Arun and the Grand Palace’s Wat Phra Kaew, considered the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.
After the sun sets, Bangkok’s legendary nightlife kicks into gear. Take a walk down Khaosan Road, famous for its endless stretch of bars, restaurants, and street food vendors all packed together under a wild array of neon lights. Pad Thai is Thailand’s signature dish, but foods like mango sticky rice and “gieow”—a minced pork dumpling wrapped in wonton dough—are definitely worth a try.
Getting around Bangkok is part of the fun, whether you’re balancing on the back seat of a tuk-tuk in Chinatown, cruising past the floating markets on a long-tail boat, taking the metro or just going on foot. Also, Suvarnabhumi Airport is only 30 minutes away by train or taxi.
Tonight
From $17 per night
Next weekend
From $30 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | THB 100 = $2.99 |
| Language | Thai |
| Average weekend price | $87 per night |
| Average weekday price | $85 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Bangkok
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Bangkok
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Mo Chit Northern Bus Terminal
4.9 miles from downtown
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Khao San Road
0.6 miles from downtown
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Victory Monument
2.2 miles from downtown
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Chatuchak Weekend Market
4.3 miles from downtown
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Siam Paragon Mall
2.1 miles from downtown
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Platinum Fashion Mall
2.3 miles from downtown
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Central World Plaza
2.4 miles from downtown
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MBK Shopping Mall
1.8 miles from downtown
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Sampeng Market
0.9 miles from downtown
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Asiatique The Riverfront
3.5 miles from downtown
Bangkok reviews
What other travelers say about Bangkok
I found a great little gym just a short walk from the hostel...
September 7, 2024
I found a great little gym just a short walk from the hostel and it was perfect for this 57 year old and it was very cheap. The MRT is great once you get the hang of things you can travel around very quickly . There are so so many good eateries in the area you are bound to find something to suit your pocket and appetite.
Definitely recommend a Local food tour by TukTuk, great...
September 6, 2024
Definitely recommend a Local food tour by TukTuk, great value for money and gives you the tuk tuk experience without having to haggle on the streets Grand palace & Wat Pho are great cultural places to visit to experience amazing design and architecture
We visited this time in August and it was extremely hot and...
September 4, 2024
We visited this time in August and it was extremely hot and humid. Most days we were melting so we spent quite a bit of time inside unlike previous trips. We used the MRT and BTS and it was so easy to get around. We visited some rooftop bars, a couple of girly bars and the Chatuchuk markets. I'd definitely recommend the markets - they are much better than I remember from before Covid. Quite a few vendors refused to barter which was also new to us, but we had fun!
First, you should be ready to heavy traffic.
September 3, 2024
First, you should be ready to heavy traffic. The city is modern but it suits for cars, not pedestrians. Then you should make your visit program, because there are too much sightseeings. Don't forget to take boat trip and visit modern shopping centres.
not easy tranportation,except some trains.
September 2, 2024
not easy tranportation,except some trains.coloured taxi good,the rest bad.they charge by no rules.especially from the airport they charge you toll(there is no need for that)and 70 baht extra for the driver(!!).you better get the train.much better. the city is a bit dirty and noisy.people usually cannot give correct informations.
Bangkok was what my wife and I expected.
September 2, 2024
Bangkok was what my wife and I expected. Food was great. The Night hotel staff in their breakfast restaurant were nice. The hotel rooms are small only one chair in the room. We had to sit on the bed to eat. Lots of noises from the street , all day and night. ( We were on the 9th floor). The bath tub is a nightmare to get into and out as well, as it is quite high off the ground. Would not suit elderly people or people with arthritis or suffering from any movement impediment. The gym and pool are not on the premises , you have to cross the road to get to it. We booked for a tour of Bangkok canals and Temple tours and were charged 9000 Baht, that's AUD 400. Had we booked it through Booking.com or directly with the tour organizer we would have paid 1800 Baht, approximately AUD$ 80. TALKING ABOUT DAYLIGHT ROBBERY. Our advice do not book any tours from this Hotel.
Popular places to stay in Bangkok
Stay in some of the best accommodations Bangkok has to offer
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Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Siam, Bangkok
From $314 per night
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Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai Ratchathewi, Bangkok
From $256 per night
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Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, an IHG Hotel Pathumwan, Bangkok
From $293 per night
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Pipp Residence Chinatown, Bangkok
From $33 per night
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Thanabhumi Khaosan, Bangkok
From $30 per night
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