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Golden Buddha statue beside a Bangkok temple canal
Thailand · Southeast Asia

Bangkok, City of Angels

Gilded temples, riverside markets, and some of the best street food on earth: a city that rewards travelers who know where to look.

4.8 (3.2k travelers)·Best for: temples, markets, food
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Best Time to Visit
Nov – Feb
Flight Time
Direct from major hubs
Currency
Thai Baht (฿)
Language
Thai

Overview

Bangkok moves between the sacred and the sensory: gilded temples along the Chao Phraya, tangled night markets, and rooftop bars glittering over the skyline.

River ferries cut across the traffic faster than any taxi, dropping you at a temple or a market stall in minutes. Base yourself here for two or three days before heading to the islands, and let a travel expert edit the chaos into something unforgettable.

Golden Buddha statue rising above the Bangkok skyline
Bangkok
Bangkok
Bangkok
Bangkok

Things to Do

Curated moments that make Bangkok unforgettable

Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew
From £45
Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew
Half-day guided temple tour
Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise
From £68
Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise
Sunset river cruise with live music
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
From £52
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Full-day market & orchard tour
Michelin Street Food Walk
From £59
Michelin Street Food Walk
Evening tasting tour in Chinatown

Handpicked Stays

Hotels our travel experts vouch for

Bangkok skyline at dusk
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Travel Guide

What our travel experts want you to know before you go

01
Visa on Arrival
Most nationalities receive a 30-day visa exemption on arrival. Check requirements before you fly.
02
Currency & Cards
Baht is used everywhere; cards work in malls and hotels, but carry cash for markets and tuk-tuks.
03
Getting Around
The BTS Skytrain and Chao Phraya river boats beat traffic, so a rental car is rarely worth it.
04
When to Go
November through February brings cooler air and clear skies; April is the hottest month of the year.