Things to do in Bangkok
From the Grand Palace and the temples to Yaowarat street food, Chao Phraya river cruises, Muay Thai and the floating markets — plus day trips to Ayutthaya and Kanchanaburi — experiences for every traveller
Top experiences in Bangkok
The most-loved activities by Bangkok Spirit readers — instant booking, free cancellation on most tours.
Bangkok: Grand Palace Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun Sacred & Local Tour
Bangkok: Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise & Hotel Transfer
Bangkok: Street Food Tasting Tour at Night
From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Temples Guided Tour with Lunch
Bangkok: Official Muay Thai Boxing Match at Rajadamnern Stadium
From Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Guided Tour
Bangkok: Cooking Class with Market Visit & Tuk Tuk Ride
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Bangkok highlights
The Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun, Yaowarat night street food and the river — the must-sees every first-timer plans around, with ticket and scam tips
10 guides
Temples & shrines
Wat Pho and the Reclining Buddha, the Emerald Buddha, Wat Arun at sunset and the Golden Mount — which temples are worth it and the dress code you need
10 guides
Grand Palace
The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew — tickets, the dress code, what to see, how to skip the queues and avoid the "it's closed today" scam
4 guides
Landmarks & tickets
The Mahanakhon Skywalk, Jim Thompson House, Baiyoke Tower and the city's big-ticket sights — tickets, timings and whether they're worth it
6 guides
Food & street food
Where to eat pad thai, boat noodles, khao man gai and mango sticky rice — Yaowarat decoded, the Michelin street stalls, food tours and what to order
18 guides
Cooking classes
The best Thai cooking classes — market-to-table courses, what you'll cook and which class suits beginners, families or foodies
4 guides
Markets & floating markets
The Damnoen Saduak and Amphawa floating markets, the Maeklong railway market, Chatuchak and the best night markets — honestly compared
10 guides
Neighborhoods
Rattanakosin, Chinatown, Sukhumvit, Silom, Thonglor, Ari and the riverside — where to wander and where to base yourself
12 guides
Nightlife
The best rooftop bars, the Chinatown speakeasies, Thonglor and Khao San Road, cabaret shows and Bangkok's best night spots — what's worth it
8 guides
River & cruises
Chao Phraya dinner cruises, the hop-on hop-off boats, longtail canal tours and sunset sails — which cruise is worth it and the best times to go
6 guides
Tours & sightseeing
Tuk-tuk and bike tours, walking tours and the hop-on hop-off bus — how to see the city without wasting a day or getting scammed
6 guides
Day trips
Ayutthaya, the Kanchanaburi Death Railway, the floating markets, Khao Yai and Pattaya — DIY vs. tour, honestly compared
12 guides
Family
Bangkok with kids — the best family attractions, Safari World and Sea Life, rainy-day ideas and what to skip with young ones
7 guides
Muay Thai
Watching a match at Rajadamnern or Lumpinee, how to get tickets, the difference between the stadiums and trying a beginner class
5 guides
Wellness & spa
Traditional Thai massage vs. luxury spas, the Wat Pho massage school, the best spas and how to spot a genuine one
5 guides
Culture & heritage
Temple etiquette and the dress code, Thai customs, Jim Thompson and Thai silk, Songkran and Loy Krathong, and the respect for the monarchy
8 guides
Shopping
Chatuchak weekend market, the malls of Siam, Pratunam and Platinum, the night markets and the best souvenirs — where to shop and where to skip
6 guides
Getting around
The BTS Skytrain, the MRT, the Chao Phraya boats, the Rabbit card, Grab and tuk-tuks, and getting in from Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang explained
9 guides
Trip planning
How many days in Bangkok, where to stay, budgets in baht, the visa and TDAC, solo travel, first-timers and travelling with kids
10 guides
Best time & seasons
Bangkok by season — the cool, hot and rainy months, Songkran and Loy Krathong, the festivals and the best months to visit
6 guides
Comparisons
Damnoen Saduak vs. Amphawa, Rajadamnern vs. Lumpinee, the Grand Palace vs. Wat Pho, Ayutthaya vs. Sukhothai and what actually pays off
5 guides
Photography
The best photo spots in Bangkok — Wat Arun, the temples, the riverside and the city at night, plus temple photography tips
3 guides
Experiences
Unique Bangkok experiences — a longtail canal trip, a bike tour through Bang Krachao, a cooking class, an e-scooter tour and a photoshoot
6 guides
Wildlife & nature
Ethical elephant options near Bangkok, Lumphini Park, the Bang Krachao green lung and the wildlife of Khao Yai — nature without the cruelty
4 guides
Honest planner
Common tourist traps and scams, the tours you don't need, what's overrated and honest advice for visiting Bangkok
9 guides