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Things to Do in Bangkok

Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Bangkok, Thailand — 2026 traveler picks.

Top places to see

Market

Chatuchak Weekend Market

40 min from BKK

Open Sat–Sun only. 15,000 stalls — arrive before 11am to beat the heat.

Landmark

Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha)

50 min from BKK

200THB entry. 46m gold reclining Buddha — ten minutes from Wat Arun by ferry.

Market

Talat Rot Fai (Train Market)

40 min from BKK

Night market with vintage stalls and street food. Thursday to Sunday from 5pm.

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Things to do in Bangkok

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Tours, tickets & day trips

Our pick

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Eat here first

Pad kra pao (Thai basil stir-fry with fried egg) at any shophouse restaurant. Bangkok's most-eaten dish, 60–80 THB.

Local tip

Get a Rabbit Card for the BTS Skytrain at any station — reloadable and cheaper than single tickets. The Rail Link connects to BTS at Phaya Thai station.

Where to stay

Hotels across Bangkok — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.