Woman walking on a bridge to Buddhist temple in Thailand during sunset.

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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 Neighborhoods
From the sights of Ko Ratanakosin to the neon lights of Thanon Sukhumvit, each Bangkok neighborhood is unique. These are the best.
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Day Trips
Bangkok is big, bold, brilliant and sometimes overwhelming. If you need a break from the traffic and tuk-tuks, here are the best day trips from Bangkok.
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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
As one of the world's favorite budget travel playgrounds, Bangkok has freebies galore. Here are the best free things to do in the fun-filled Thai capital.
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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, Thailand - March 2, 2017: Tourists and backpackers visited at Khao San Road night market. Khao San Road is a famous low budget hotels and guesthouses area in Bangkok.

Bars & Pubs

Give it a try: Why this Bangkok backpacker strip is worth a visit

Oct 28, 2022 • 4 Min read

Photographer Austin Bush, a Thailand local, explains why you should give Bangkok's Khao San Road a second look.

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25 free things to do in Bangkok to get more bang for your baht
Aug 25, 2022 • 14 Min read
As one of the world's favorite budget travel playgrounds, Bangkok has freebies galore. Here are the best free things to do in the fun-filled Thai capital.
History
The best day trips to escape Bangkok's crowds
Aug 25, 2022 • 8 Min read
Bangkok is big, bold, brilliant and sometimes overwhelming. If you need a break from the traffic and tuk-tuks, here are the best day trips from Bangkok.
Sports
The 17 best things to do in Bangkok, from street food feasts to monastery magic
Jun 9, 2022 • 14 Min read
From tantalizing street food and golden Buddhas to buzzing markets and the backpacker frenzy of Khao San Road, here are the best things to do in Bangkok.
Family Travel
The best things to do with kids in Bangkok, from Buddhas to boat rides
Jun 8, 2022 • 13 Min read
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.
Food and Drink
Bangkok's 12 best dishes: a bite-sized guide to Thai cuisine in the capital
Dec 29, 2021 • 5 Min read
This guide to the best dishes in Bangkok can help you eat your way through the wonderful flavors of Thailand's diverse cuisine.
Sustainable Travel
How to get around in Bangkok
Jun 3, 2021 • 13 Min read
Think the tiger of Thailand’s biggest city can only be tamed by taxi? Mere mortal, here’s how to get around Bangkok.
Neighborhoods
Bangkok’s best neighborhoods
Jun 2, 2021 • 8 Min read
From the sights of Ko Ratanakosin to the neon lights of Thanon Sukhumvit, each Bangkok neighborhood is unique. These are the best.
Wildlife & Nature
The 9 best city parks in Bangkok
Mar 12, 2021 • 5 Min read
In need of a breather from the thundering skyscrapers and neon mania? These are the best city parks in Bangkok.
Festivals & Events
The best time to go to Bangkok
Mar 12, 2021 • 5 Min read
With three seasons – hot, rainy and (comparatively) cool – Bangkok offers very different experiences throughout the year. Here's the best time to visit.