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Why visit Bangkok

Same same, but different. This Thailish T-shirt philosophy sums up Bangkok, a city where the familiar and the exotic collide like the flavors on a plate of pàt tai.

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Best Things to Do

There are endless things to do in bustling Bangkok, the Asian megacity incarnate. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, start with this list of 17 of the best.

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Best Time to Visit

With three seasons – hot, rainy and (comparatively) cool – Bangkok offers very different experiences throughout the year. Here's the best time to visit.

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Things to Know

A new map tool helps you compare the cheapest destinations in Asia to plan your dream backpacking trip.

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Transportation

Think the tiger of Thailand’s biggest city can only be tamed by taxi? Mere mortal, here’s how to get around Bangkok.

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Free Things to Do

With golden temples, captivating monasteries and a famed backpacker strip, Bangkok is a top budget stop. Here are the best free things to do.

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Best Neighborhoods

Looking to get away from the crowds and chaos of Bangkok? Head for the peaceful canals, parkland and wildlife of Bang Krachao, Bangkok's Green Lung.

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Day Trips

If you're seeking a calmer, gentler experience in Thailand, these seven day trips showcase ancient ruins, golden beaches and more.

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Best Road Trips

If you're seeking a calmer, gentler experience in Thailand, these seven day trips showcase ancient ruins, golden beaches and more.

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Money and Costs

With grand stations, lush tropical countryside and some great stop-offs, Singapore to Bangkok is a wonderful train ride. Here’s how to do it yourself.

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Traveling with Kids

Scratch Bangkok’s surface and you’ll find a city with mega-malls minutes from 200-year-old homes, with temples sharing space with neon-lit strips of…

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