Bangkok
Why Bangkok?
A city that never sleeps and where anything is possible
City of Contrasts
- 🍸 Sky Bar vs street food for $2
- 🏢 Skyscrapers + wooden shacks
- 🛍️ Mega malls + local markets
- ⚡ Modernity and tradition side by side
Culture & Temples
- 👑 Grand Palace – golden temples
- 🌅 Wat Arun – Temple of Dawn
- 🧘 Wat Pho – 46m Reclining Buddha
- 🙏 Monks in orange robes
Street Food Paradise
- 🥘 Best street food in Asia
- 🍢 Pad Thai for 40-60 baht ($1-2)
- ⭐ Michelin stars for pennies
- 🌙 Food markets 24/7
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📋 See ready-made guidesWhat to See in Bangkok?
Must-visit attractions and neighborhoods
Grand Palace + Temples
Golden Grand Palace, Wat Pho with Reclining Buddha and Wat Arun – Bangkok’s #1 must-see!
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Ready-made day-by-day plan. What to see, where to eat and how to maximize your time.
Read article →Chinatown
Chinese quarter full of gold shops, street food and neon lights. Most atmospheric in the evening!
Read article →Talad Noi
Hipster neighborhood with street art, vintage shops and atmospheric cafes. Instagram heaven!
Read article →Khao San Road
Legendary backpacker street. Bars, clubs, cheap food and crazy atmosphere. Party till dawn!
Rooftops
Sky Bar, Octave, Vertigo – best rooftop bars with amazing sunset views.
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you go
How Many Days Do I Need?
- 2-3 days – minimum, main attractions
- 4-5 days – comfortable + neighborhoods
- One week – relaxed + day trips
- Note: Most people stay 2-3 days and move on
How to Get Around?
- BTS Skytrain – fastest, avoid traffic
- MRT Metro – fast, air-conditioned
- Taxi/Grab – cheap (50-100 baht), Grab safer
- Tuk-tuk – more expensive than taxi, for tourists
- Boats – along Chao Phraya River
Budget
- Budget: €25-35/day (hostels, street food)
- Mid-range: €40-65/day (3* hotels, restaurants)
- Comfort: €75+/day (4-5* hotels, rooftops)
- More expensive than Chiang Mai by 20-30%
Weather
- Hot year-round: 30-35°C (86-95°F)
- Dry season (Nov-Apr): best time!
- Rainy season (May-Oct): afternoon showers
- Hottest: March-May (40°C/104°F!)
- Humidity: always high
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Bangkok
How many days do I need in Bangkok?
Minimum 2-3 days to see the main attractions: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Chinatown. Ideally 4-5 days – then you’ll have time for rooftops, night markets, additional neighborhoods and relaxation. Most tourists stay 2-3 days and move on to the North or the islands.
Is Bangkok safe?
Yes, Bangkok is very safe by big city standards. The main threats are petty theft (watch your phone in crowds) and tourist scams (tuk-tuk at 10x the price, “temple closed today”). Avoid illegal taxis – always use Grab/Bolt or insist on turning on the meter.
How do I get from the airport to the city center?
From Suvarnabhumi (main):
• Airport Rail Link – 45 baht ($1.30), 30 min to city center
• Taxi – 300-400 baht + 50 baht airport fee ($12 total)
• Grab – similar to taxi, safer
From Don Mueang (budget airlines):
• Bus A1/A2 – 30 baht to BTS/MRT
• Taxi – 250-350 baht
Which neighborhood is best to stay in?
Sukhumvit – best choice for first visit. Modern, BTS Skytrain, plenty of hotels and restaurants. Close to everything.
Silom – business district, rooftops (Sky Bar!), good transport.
Old Town/Khao San – close to temples, backpacker vibe, chaotic. Further from metro.
Riverside – by the river, beautiful views, pricier, less central.
Can I drink tap water?
NO! Tap water in Bangkok is not safe to drink. Buy bottled water (7-Eleven on every corner, 10-15 baht for 1.5L). In restaurants and cafes, ask for bottled water. Ice in drinks is usually safe (made from filtered water), but if you have a sensitive stomach, you can ask for “no ice”.
How to avoid scams (tuk-tuk, taxi)?
Tuk-tuk: ALWAYS negotiate the price before getting in. Normally 100-150 baht for a short distance. If they say 20 baht = they want to take you to jewelry shops (they get commission).
Taxi: Insist “meter please!” If they refuse = get out and take another one. Or use Grab/Bolt (price fixed upfront).
“Temple closed”: Classic scam. Ignore people at the gates saying it’s closed – go and check yourself!