Bangkok

The city that never sleeps (and neither will you)

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Daily Budget

$35-100

Suggested Stay

3-5 days

Best Time

Nov-Feb

Region

Central

About

Bangkok is sensory overload in the best way. Ancient temples next to mega-malls, street food at 3am, rooftop bars with skyline views. It's chaotic, loud, and absolutely essential to any Thailand trip. The city rewards those who explore beyond the tourist trail.

Top Highlights

1Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew - Thailand's most sacred temple complex. Arrive at 8:30am to beat crowds, dress modestly.
2Street food in Chinatown (Yaowarat) - Best after 7pm when the food stalls light up. Try Lek & Rut Seafood.
3Chatuchak Weekend Market - Over 15,000 stalls. Go early (8am) on Saturday to avoid the heat and crowds.
4Rooftop bars - Sky Bar (iconic), Octave (360° views), or Above Eleven for budget-friendly cocktails.
5Wat Arun at sunset - Cross the river from Wat Pho for stunning golden hour photos.

Things to Know

•Use Grab app for taxis - avoid meter scams and language barriers. Never agree to flat-rate tuk-tuks.
•Stay near a BTS/MRT station (Sukhumvit, Silom, or Siam) - traffic is brutal, skytrain saves hours.
•Temple dress code: Cover shoulders and knees. Most temples rent appropriate clothing at entrance.
•Skip Khao San Road unless you want the backpacker party scene - locals avoid it.
•Best pad thai is never at famous spots - look for local queues and plastic chairs.
•Visit 7-Eleven for cheap essentials - toasties, snacks, SIM cards, and air conditioning breaks.

Best Time to Visit

High Season

Nov - Feb (cool & dry, 25-32°C)

Low Season

Mar - May (hot 35°C+), Jun - Oct (rainy)

Estimated daily cost

$35-100

per person, per day

🏨Accommodation

$10-50

🍜Food & Drinks

$8-25

🎫Activities

$12-25

🚕Transport

$5-10

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