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Province of Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok
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Bangkok is Thailand's electrifying capital, where golden spires rise above a labyrinth of canals and street food carts line every corner. The city effortlessly blends ancient royal temples and palace complexes with gleaming shopping malls, rooftop bars, and a world-class food scene. Whether you're exploring the sacred grounds of Wat Phra Kaew or bargaining at Chatuchak Weekend Market, Bangkok rewards every curiosity.
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Best time to visit
November to February
Region
Province of Bangkok
Main airport
Bangkok BKK (BKK)
Also serves: DMK
Beyond the City
Day Trips from Bangkok
History
Kanchanaburi and the Death Railway
Kanchanaburi is the site of the notorious Death Railway bridge over the River Kwai, built by Allied prisoners of war and Asian labourers under Japanese occupation during World War II, at a cost of thousands of lives. The JEATH War Museum and the Allied War Cemetery document this difficult history with care and solemnity. Beyond its wartime significance, the surrounding Kwai Noi river valley is beautiful, with limestone mountains, waterfalls, and quiet riverside accommodation.
UNESCO World HeritageNature
Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex
This chain of protected forests and national parks stretches across central Thailand, sheltering tigers, elephants, hornbills and gibbons amid evergreen rainforest, grassland and waterfalls along a 230-kilometre wildlife corridor northeast of Bangkok.
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Getting Around Bangkok
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Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Thailand
Entry requirements depend on your passport. Check your specific requirements on the Thailand page at Yoogo.
Thailand uses the Thai baht (THB). ATMs are widely available in cities and tourist areas, and credit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and larger shops. Currency exchange services operate throughout tourist zones, generally offering competitive rates. Carry some cash for markets, street food, and smaller establishments.
Thailand is generally safe for tourists, though petty scams targeting visitors are common in heavily touristed areas such as Bangkok's Grand Palace precinct. Thailand has strict lèse-majesté laws; any perceived disrespect towards the royal family carries serious criminal penalties of up to 15 years' imprisonment. Avoid overstaying your visa, as fines and blacklisting apply. Exercise normal caution with your belongings in crowded areas.
Thailand has a well-developed transport network. Bangkok is served by the BTS Skytrain and MRT metro, as well as buses, taxis, tuk-tuks, and river ferries. Budget airlines such as AirAsia connect major cities and resort areas quickly and affordably. Long-distance trains link Bangkok with Chiang Mai and southern destinations. Motorbike rental is popular but requires care, especially on busy roads.
November through February is the most comfortable time to visit, with cooler temperatures and lower humidity across most of the country. March and April are very hot, with temperatures reaching 40°C in many areas. The monsoon season runs roughly May through October, bringing heavy rainfall, though the south and north experience different wet season patterns. The Songkran water festival in April and Loy Krathong in November are popular times to visit for cultural events.
Thai is the official language, a tonal language that can be challenging to learn quickly. English is widely spoken at hotels, tourist sites, and in major cities, but proficiency drops significantly in rural areas. Staff at guesthouses and restaurants in tourist towns generally manage conversational English. Learning a few basic Thai phrases, such as greetings and thank you, is warmly received by locals.
No vaccinations are legally required for most travellers entering Thailand. However, travel health professionals commonly recommend being up to date on hepatitis A, typhoid, and routine vaccinations. Travellers arriving from countries with yellow fever risk must carry a valid yellow fever certificate. Consult your doctor or a travel health clinic at least 4–6 weeks before departure. Pharmacies are well stocked throughout the country.