Prepare for sensory overload of the best kind with a trip to Bangkok. As Thailand’s charismatic and eternally energetic capital, Bangkok holidays are filled with mesmerising sights, from breath-taking golden temples and cultural experiences to drool-inducing street food, shopping and buzzing nightlife. Bangkok holidays offer the perfect mix of tradition and history with late-night revelry and hedonistic fun, making it the ideal city break destination. Arrive with an empty itinerary and a rumbling stomach and fill them both in spectacular fashion with a trip to the street markets where you will find every kind of food imaginable (as well as some you don’t dare to). Overdid it on the food? Walk it off at the famous Chatuchak Markets where 15,000 stalls snaking 35-acres – you’ll be hungry again by the end of it. When it comes to sightseeing, Bangkok is in a league of its own, with the iconic Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of the Dawn, the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew among some of the country’s finest. While you’re in the area, Wat Pho is also where you will find the legendary 46-metre reclining Buddha. After all of that sightseeing, you’ll be in need of a stiff drink – head to Khao San Road for the cheap booze and dancing in the street. When it’s finally time to rest your weary head, Bangkok’s lodgings span the entire spectrum, from budget-friendly to all-out luxury hotels such as the Shangri-La and the Mandarin Oriental. Get a good night’s sleep, because you’ll do it all again tomorrow. Ready for a sensory assault of the best kind? Chat with our travel experts at Flight Centre and book your Bangkok adventure today.
- Which area in Bangkok is the best to stay?
With so many options, narrowing down an area to stay can be overwhelming! As a general guide, Sukhumvit is great for shopping and nightlife, the Riverside area is where you will find many of Bangkok’s best hotels while Khao San offers many mid-range and budget-friendly options.
- Do you need a car to get around Bangkok?
Generally, driving a car in Bangkok and attempting to find parking is more challenging than it’s worth. The easier option is to hire a car and driver through the hotel, hire a taxi driver (or a motorcycle taxi, known as motorsai) or, for short trips, jump on a túk-túk. There’s also trains and boats depending on your destination.
- How many days do you need in Bangkok?
If you're looking to experience the vibrant culture, delicious food, and bustling city life of Bangkok, you'll need at least a few days to really take it all in. You don’t want to go so hard you need a holiday to recover from your holiday (although we can help with that too).
- What to take on holiday to Bangkok?
Pack your sunscreen, comfortable shoes, modest clothing for the temples and a sense of adventure for a memorable holiday in Bangkok! Some other travel essentials including sanitiser and wet wipes, bug spray and international power adaptor would also serve you well. Forgot something? Don’t stress, you’ll be looking for excuses to hit the shops.
- When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
Bangkok has a tropical monsoon climate and as such, has three seasons – hot, rainy and dry. As a guide, the driest months tend to be December and January however the shoulder seasons from November to February are usually pretty good weather-wise. The hottest month is April, and the rain tends to start around mid-May and reaches its peak in September.
- Where to go on holiday in Bangkok?
Bangkok is a captivating and bustling city with something for every kind of traveller – whether you’re here for the luxury resorts and the bliss-inducing spas or you’re here for the street food markets, colourful culture, awe-inspiring sites and thrilling nightlife. You can curate your perfect holiday with just a little bit of planning and research ahead of time. We recommend making a list of must-see sights and going from there.
- What is there to do in Bangkok?
Sorry to answer your question with a question, but what isn’t there to do in Bangkok? Bangkok offers endless ways to fill your days and nights, from sightseeing to sipping and snacking your way around various street food vendors, from shopping to relaxing day spas – it’s all at your fingertips.
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