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The 6 Best Things to Do in Bangkok
Gilded temples, street-food heaven, and river life
Bangkok runs hot and fast — glittering temples, canal boats, rooftop bars, and the best street food on earth. Chaotic, delicious, and endlessly alive.
BEST TIME
November–February (cool, dry)
TYPICAL BUDGET
$900–$1,900 per person for a week
6 best things to do in Bangkok
1
Grand Palace and Wat Pho
2
Longtail boat through the klongs
3
Chatuchak weekend market
4
Street-food crawl in Chinatown
5
Rooftop sky bar at sunset
6
Day trip to Ayutthaya ruins
How to fit it into a day
Grand Palace and Wat Pho
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: longtail boat through the klongs.
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LOCAL TIP
Follow the crowds for street food — busy stalls mean fresh and safe.
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