Bangkok overview
Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is located in the country’s center, on the Chao Phraya River’s delta. This bustling city is now Thailand’s economic and political center.
The best time to visit Bangkok
The best time to visit Bangkok is from November to March, when the weather is cool and dry, with temperatures ranging from 28℃ to 35℃. However, Bangkok has a tropical monsoon climate and generally remains hot and humid throughout the year, making it possible for visitors to explore this bustling city all year.
How to travel to Bangkok?
Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK/ Bangkok Airport) is the major international airport in Thailand, it is only about 35km from this airport to the center of Bangkok, so it is easy to catch a bus or private transfer from this airport to Bangkok center and vice versa.
Bangkok is the most famous destination in Thailand, so many direct flights from foreign cities land and takes off at Bangkok airport. There are also many direct flights from Asian cities fly to Bangkok airport such as a 1hr flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in Vietnam, a 1hr flight to Siem Reap in Cambodia, a 1hr 5min flight to Yangon in Myanmar, a 1hr 5min flight to Luang Prabang in Laos, and a 2hrs 25min flight to Singapore…
Attractions in Bangkok, Thailand
1. Chao Phraya River
2. Vimarnek Museum
3. Wat Arum Temple
4. Wat Phra Kaew
5. Wat Trimit Temple
6. Temple of Dawn
7. The Chedis of the Kings
8. The Siam Niramit Show
9. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
10. Allied War Cemetery
11. JEATH War Museum
12. Idyllic Bridge on River Kwai
Things to do in Bangkok, Thailand
1. Visit Terminal 21’s food court, watch them cook huge pots of soup, and see a replica of San Francisco’s Golden Bride
2. Visiting China Town and trying some sea bass
3. Relax on a Chao Phraya River Cruise on the Grand Pearl
4. Be surprised as you see the amazing Reclining Buddha
5. Do not miss the Grand Palace
6. Relax on the overnight train ride from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
7. Watching monks walk around chanting is a treat
8. The monk chat is very eye-opening, it is very informative talking to a real monk!
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Best itineraries with Bangkok
Best of Thailand
Best of Thailand Regions
- 4 Days Best of Northern Thailand
- 9 Days Best of Bangkok & Northern Thailand
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Best of Thailand & Southeast Asia
- 12 Days Best of Bangkok – Vietnam – Angkor Wat
- 15 Days Best of Cambodia – Laos – Thailand
- 24 Days Best of Southeast Asia (Vietnam – Cambodia – Laos – Thailand – Myanmar)
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