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Bangkok

Capital city on the Chao Phraya river.

What is Bangkok like for visitors?

Bangkok is Thailand's capital and largest city, located on the Chao Phraya River in the central plains. Visitors find a busy, modern metropolis with royal palaces, Buddhist temples, markets, street food, shopping centres and a lively nightlife. The city is the country's main gateway, with two airports and a skytrain and metro network that makes the centre easy to explore without a car.

  • Capital of Thailand, on the Chao Phraya River
  • Two airports: Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang
  • BTS Skytrain, MRT metro and river boats for getting around
  • Grand Palace and Wat Pho are among the best-known sights

Plan your visit to Bangkok

General information – check current schedules with the operators.

  • Getting there

    Bangkok has two international airports, Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang, and is the hub of Thailand’s railway and long-distance bus network.

  • Getting around

    The BTS Skytrain and MRT metro cover the centre, boats run on the Chao Phraya River, and taxis and ride-hailing apps are widely available.

  • Seasons and weather

    The rainy season lasts from about mid-May to mid-October, with the most rain in August and September. The cool season follows from about mid-October to mid-February, coolest in December and January; the hot season lasts until mid-May, with April as the hottest month.

    Source: Thai Meteorological Department (opens in a new window). Current forecasts: tmd.go.th (opens in a new window)

In an emergency: 1669 ambulance · 191 police · 1155 Tourist Police. All emergency numbers with sources

Bangkok by district

All 50 districts

All of Bangkok

Map of the areas of Bangkok
Fewer → more places799 places with their own profile pageTap an area to open it. Boundaries: Overture Maps Foundation (open data). Bangkok.

Bangkok centre

Map of central Bangkok – inner districts
Fewer → more places557 places with their own profile pageTap an area to open it. Boundaries: Overture Maps Foundation (open data). Bangkok.

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Questions about Bangkok

How do I get around Bangkok?

The BTS Skytrain and MRT metro avoid road traffic in the centre, and boats on the Chao Phraya River connect many sights along the water. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are widely available; in a taxi, ask for the meter before you set off.

How do I find a massage or spa in Bangkok?

Open the Bangkok page and choose Massage, Spa & Beauty. Every listing has a call button so you can ask about availability, and the address opens directions in your map app.

How do I get to Bangkok?

Bangkok has two international airports, Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang, and is the hub of Thailand’s railway and long-distance bus network.

When is the rainy season in Bangkok?

The rainy season lasts from about mid-May to mid-October, with the most rain in August and September. The cool season follows from about mid-October to mid-February, coolest in December and January; the hot season lasts until mid-May, with April as the hottest month.