TH · Bangkok · 13.76°N 100.50°E

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Boat noodles, night markets and a mall for every mood.

Best time
November to February is coolest and driest. March to May is very hot.
How long
3–4 days
Getting there
About 2 hours' flight from KL to Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang.
TH · Bangkokbangkok13.76°N 100.50°Egowherelah.com
Dear group chat,Boat noodles, night markets and a mall for every mood.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingBangkokTH, Bangkok

Thailand's capital is big, loud and endlessly good to eat in: temples by the river, malls with food halls, and night markets every evening.

Makan

  1. Boat noodlesSmall, rich bowls of beef or pork noodle soup. You'll want several.
  2. Pad kra paoHoly basil stir-fry with rice and a fried egg.
  3. Mango sticky riceSweet coconut sticky rice with ripe mango.
  4. Yaowarat at nightChinatown's street food, at its best after dark.

Things to do

  1. The Grand Palace and Wat PhoThe royal palace and the temple of the reclining Buddha, side by side.
  2. Wat ArunThe riverside temple, best at sunset from across the water.
  3. The Chao Phraya by boatThe river ferries are the easiest way between the old sights.
  4. Chatuchak Weekend MarketThousands of stalls, every Saturday and Sunday.

Where to stay

Near a BTS or MRT station: Sukhumvit, Silom or the riverside.

Good to know

  • Use the BTS and MRT to beat the traffic.
  • Cover your shoulders and knees for the Grand Palace and temples.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.