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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Top places to visit in Bangkok
Discover the best attractions in Bangkok from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in Ko Ratanakosin & ThonburiWat Pho
- Attraction in BangkokChatuchak Weekend Market
- Attraction in BanglamphuGolden Mount
- Attraction in Ko Ratanakosin & ThonburiGrand Palace
- Attraction in BangkokLumphini Park
- Attraction in Ko Ratanakosin & ThonburiWat Arun
- Attraction in Ko Ratanakosin & ThonburiWat Phra Kaew
- Attraction in Ko Ratanakosin & ThonburiWat Phra Kaew & the Grand Palace
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Bangkok travel tips from Lonely Planet experts
Find practical guidance from our team of contributors around the world who bring their decades of first-hand travel experience to your next trip.
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 16 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
Arriving in Bangkok can be a sensory overload. Get a handle on the city ahead of time with these tips on transportion, safety, scams and etiquette.
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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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Money and Costs
Bangkok has so much to see and do that it can be easy to burn through your baht. Here's how to visit without blowing your budget.
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Traveling with Kids
From magnificent museums to thrilling theme parks via some fun-filled túk-túk rides, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Bangkok with children in tow.
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Bangkok and beyond
- destinationBanglamphu
- destinationKo Ratanakosin & Thonburi
