Top things to do in Bangkok
Attractions, tours and activities in Bangkok
Recommended museums in Bangkok
Where to discover culture and the arts in Bangkok
Bangkok: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in Bangkok
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Sukhumvit
5.3 miles from city centre
Business or pleasure? A cornucopia of neighbourhoods spiral off the largest road in Bangkok. Pass on Asoke – the main business district – and dive into the ‘sois’ (sub-streets) for true variety. Eat yourself silly in Phrom Phong, full of Japanese restaurants, or hang out with the fun, flush and fabulous in Thong Lo and Ekkamai's upscale eateries.
Places to stay from ¥213 per night
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Siam
2.2 miles from city centre
Commerce is at the heart of modern Siam. Siam Paragon and the Siam Centre are filled with cell-phone clutching fashionistas and tech-savvy tinkerers shopping for clothes, electronics and more. Bounce on over to the petite designer stores in Siam Square for a more boutique shopping experience – or head to MBK for souvenirs, electronics and more.
Places to stay from ¥1,745 per night
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Sathorn
3.2 miles from city centre
Sathorn is Bangkok's Financial District, its sights mainly confined to office blocks, hotels and embassies. However, it's not all abacus-flicking and bean counting. Arts aficionados should try out M.R Kukrit’s Heritage Home: the abode of a former Prime Minister, it’s a gem of Thai architectural style.
Places to stay from ¥961 per night
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Silom
2.6 miles from city centre
All roads lead to Silom, where a stroll between modern skyscrapers and historic temples reveals the district's many contrasts. Grasp (or gasp) at a snake in safe surroundings at the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute. At night, swing from the chandeliers in Soi Patpong, known for its naughty nightlife.
Places to stay from ¥687 per night
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Khaosan
0.6 miles from city centre
Khao San is a backpacker’s paradise. By day, this bustling street brims with stalls that flog t-shirts, pirate DVDs and crafts. By night, it’s an altogether different animal. Under the garish glow of neon lights, revellers cavort between happening hostels and booming bars. If you seek more serene pursuits, take a breather at Wat Phra Kaew temple.
Places to stay from ¥611 per night
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Riverside
1.8 miles from city centre
Pop a champagne cork and slither into thousand thread-count sheets in Bangkok’s capital of luxury living. Try Asiatique for dining and décor, or head to River City Shopping Complex for unique bric-à-brac. Then hop on a riverboat and pootle past the magnificent Wat Arun temple. At sunset, it’s a scene that never fails to take the breath away.
Places to stay from ¥1,249 per night
About Bangkok
Including tips for the best time to visit Bangkok
Bangkok is undeniably one of Southeast Asia’s most exuberant capital cities. The city centre is an enticing mix of old buildings, giant shopping malls and holy shrines, which take days to fully explore. Go in search of souvenirs in the Chatuchak Market, and visit the gleaming temples of Wat Arun and the Grand Palace’s Wat Phra Kaew, the latter regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.
After dark, Bangkok’s legendary nightlife kicks in. Take a walk down Khaosan Road, famous for its endless selection of busy bars, restaurants and street food vendors, all packed together beneath a jumble of blinking neon lights. Pad thai is the signature dish, but eats like mango sticky rice and ‘Gieow’ – a minced pork wonton wrapped in yellow dough – are also well worth trying.
Getting around in Bangkok is an attraction within itself, whether it’s balancing on the back seat of a tuk-tuk in Chinatown, or gliding among the floating markets on a long-tail boat. You can also travel by metro or on foot, and the airport is just over half an hour away by train or taxi.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | THB 1 = ¥4 |
| Language | Thai |
| Average weekend price | ¥12,064 per night |
| Average weekday price | ¥11,865 per night |
| Typical 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 city centre
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Khao San Road
0.6 miles from city centre
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Victory Monument
2.2 miles from city centre
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Chatuchak Weekend Market
4.3 miles from city centre
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Nana Plaza
3.4 miles from city centre
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Arab Street
3.4 miles from city centre
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Siam Paragon Mall
2.1 miles from city centre
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Baiyoke Tower II
2.4 miles from city centre
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Platinum Fashion Mall
2.3 miles from city centre
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Central World
2.4 miles from city centre
Bangkok reviews
What other travellers say about Bangkok
The dynamics of downtown BKK are pleasant, but there is too...
19 May 2025
The dynamics of downtown BKK are pleasant, but there is too much of everything. Especially, the traffic in the Sukhumvit area is annoying. Public transport like Sky Skytrain is perfect. Easy and cheap to travel from A to B. Four days in Bangkok is more than enough to see the major spots. Travelling outside BKK is much more attractive. Thailand does have so many great spots to visit.
This is my favorite destination I can say anything else as I...
19 May 2025
This is my favorite destination I can say anything else as I am in love with this city. I would eat most of the time seefood if that would be outside from Nana since Halal food less.its very safe and easy to go anywhere using Bolt which is cheaper the the Taxi especially when they see that you are Arabic For sny cosmetic & skin care products shopping as whole sale would recommend “Tofu skin care” the same products you will find in nana with triple price. الاكل الحلال متوفر وبكثرة في منطقه نانا وبالأخص شارع العرب ، وباقي المولات فيه مطاعم هنديه حلال والأكل البحري طبعا. ولشراء اي منتجات تجميل او عنايه للبشرة والجسم انصح في محل توفو لان اسعاره جداً مناسبه ونفس المنتجات في نانا بثلاث اضعاف السعر
Bangkok is our go to for city trips from Singapore (where I...
19 May 2025
Bangkok is our go to for city trips from Singapore (where I live). It's similar to Barcelona for Europeans. We love the food, the friendly people, the vibe, and the climate most of the time. BTS and MRT transportation is super cheap and convenient, although very full during rush hours. Since we've been to BKK a few times, we just enjoy sitting at a cafe, meeting new people and watching the world come by.
Tell my why I live in the cold nordics with cold people when...
14 May 2025
Tell my why I live in the cold nordics with cold people when Bangkok exists. Stunning city, a mix between old and new. Cultural experiences everywhere and the Thai people are so lovely. Its really a privilege to be a guest in Thailand. The city has so much heart and life, everyone is both bustling around but also living slow. The food is obviously incredible; Thai food not your thing (psychopath), then there is literally every food in the world highly represented. Take a tuk tuk to get around, hold on for dear life and enjoy the freedom of the wind whipping through your hair, delicious (and sometimes terrible!) smells in your nose while you sweat in the hot night. It's actually paradise
I love Bangkok…been there seven times!
14 May 2025
I love Bangkok…been there seven times! Lovely hotel, fantastic street food and a great vibe…lots of places to sightsee and cheap shopping too! Don’t visit the Floating Market and Train Market…just not worth it…dirty, smelly, underwhelming and a waste of time and money. The Grand palace is magnificent and not to be missed!🤩
Plenty to do and see in the multi national city with vibrant...
13 May 2025
Plenty to do and see in the multi national city with vibrant bars and excellent food and restaurants. The night markets are also a great place to visit and see some interesting foods and local people. Easy to get around Bangkok using the sky train and a great value day ticket available
Popular places to stay in Bangkok
Stay in some of the best accommodation Bangkok has to offer
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Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Pathumwan, Bangkok
From ¥48,030 per night
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Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Siam, Bangkok
From ¥41,095 per night
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Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai Ratchathewi, Bangkok
From ¥33,179 per night
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Pipp Residence Chinatown, Bangkok
From ¥4,364 per night
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Grande Centre Point Surawong Bangkok Bang Rak, Bangkok
From ¥28,368 per night
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Other accommodation in Bangkok
Choose from a wide variety of places to stay in Bangkok
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Apartments
From ¥1,132 per night
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Resorts
From ¥4,145 per night
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Villas
From ¥2,836 per night
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Cabins
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Cottages
From ¥2,836 per night
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Glamping
From ¥785 per night
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Serviced apartments
From ¥1,745 per night
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Holiday homes
From ¥5,515 per night
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Guest houses
From ¥829 per night
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Hostels
From ¥213 per night
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Motels
From ¥2,317 per night
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B&Bs
From ¥1,654 per night
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Homestays
From ¥1,669 per night
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Self catering accommodation
From ¥1,571 per night
