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Bangkok

The city of angels

The essence

A quiet introduction

Bangkok is sensory overload in the best way—gilded temples glinting in the tropical sun, street food sizzling on every corner, rooftop bars surveying the glittering skyline, and a warmth that comes from Thai hospitality. Modern and ancient intertwine in Asia's most dynamic city.

Bangkok gallery
Bangkok gallery
Bangkok gallery
Where to stay

Accommodation

Bangkok's hotels set the standard for Asian luxury hospitality.

Mandarin Oriental
Grand Hotel • From $500
Mandarin Oriental
Legendary riverside elegance since 1876.
The Peninsula
Riverside Luxury • From $400
The Peninsula
Art deco glamour on the Chao Phraya.
Capella Bangkok
Urban Resort • From $450
Capella Bangkok
Intimate riverside retreat.
What to do

Experiences

From temple hopping to street food, Bangkok offers endless adventures.

Grand Palace & Temples
4 hours
Grand Palace & Temples
Private guide through royal splendor.
Street Food Safari
4 hours
Street Food Safari
Tuk-tuk journey through culinary Bangkok.
Floating Markets
Half day
Floating Markets
Dawn excursion to authentic markets.
Muay Thai Experience
2 hours
Muay Thai Experience
Train with champions at legendary gym.
Dining

Where to eat

Bangkok's dining scene spans street carts to world's best restaurants.

Gaggan Anand
Progressive Indian
Gaggan Anand
Asia's most celebrated restaurant.
Jay Fai
Street Food
Jay Fai
Michelin-starred street vendor.
Nahm
Royal Thai
Nahm
Complex Thai flavors in refined setting.
Wellness

Restore & renew

Thai wellness traditions are among the world's most refined.

Oriental Spa
Oriental Spa
Legendary treatments on the river.
Thai Massage School
Thai Massage School
Learn ancient healing techniques.
Seasonal

Offers

Practical

Getting here

Flights
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), 45 min to city.
Transfers
Private car or Airport Rail Link.
Best time
November-February (cool season).
Visa
Visa-free for many nationalities.