Bangkok travel guide & hotels

One night in Bangkok and the world’s your oyster! But a few days is even better, and most tourists stop over to experience this veritable traffic jam of history, culture, shopping, nightlife, people-watching and heady fun for all. From the grandeur of the Grand Palace to the gyrating girls in go go bars there’s something for everyone.

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Bangkok sightseeing

Sightseeing

There’s more to see in Bangkok than you think, a curious mix of old and new, from ancient pagodas and glistening temples to teak palaces, impressive museums and ‘living Asia’ at it’s most lively...more

Day trips

Day trips

Near Bangkok are some of the best tourist attractions in Thailand; cross the Bridge over the River Kwai, wander the world heritage site of Ayuthaya or shop at the floating market...more

Bangkok entertainment

Entertainment

Famous the world over, Bangkok’s nightlife is a heady mix of sophisticated bars, go go girls, exceptional dining, great value night markets and eye openers...more

Phuket activities

Activities

From tours along backwater canals, to amusement parks, shopping, cooking courses, bar crawling and spa pampering, Thailand’s capital offers an exhausting choice of things to do...more

Bangkok shopping

Shopping

Undoutbly a highlight of visiting Bangkok is the great values shopping, whether you prefer to disappear into the plush malls, wander Chatuchak market for exotic items or fall for a gem scam...more

Bangkok living

Property

The bulk of Thailand’s expat community live in Bangkok and for good reason, it has the best facilities, most jobs, greatest selection of bars and eateries and most sophisticated people...more

Bangkok hotels offer some of the best value comfort of any major city and the choice is huge. Enjoy four star hotel comfort in a central area for less than $50 a night and the famous Thai smile comes complimentary. For business, pleasure or family needs there’s a hotel to suit all budgets without having to slum it; to help you choose which, read our area guide. As for wining a dining there are multiple areas packed with bars and restaurants, with the usual night market vendors and late night tourist services, from expat central of Sukhumwit road to the red light district on Silom and backpacker mecca of Khao San Road.

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Kids activities

Kids activities
Not sure what to do with the little ones in mad Bangkok, well there’s plenty of exotic and fun attractions and activities, surprise yourself...more

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Bangkok, a shopper’s paradise (part 1)

Posted: 6 May 2008, 3:22 pm

One of the most popular as well as one of the hottest tourist city destinations on the globe, the bustling Thai capital also ranks among Asia’s top of the finest shopping places. Without a doubt, shopping in the city of Bangkok is truly satisfying as well as an unforgettable travel experience, boasting a wide range [...] More

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