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Bangkok 101: Everything You Need for Your First Visit
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items I fell in love with Bangkok 20 years ago, and since then I’ve been returning over and over again. I’ll share my tips and recommendations to help make your trip as smooth, enjoyable, and unforgettable as possible.
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Bangkok Hotels
Tips to make your trip smoother
Special Experiences in Bangkok
Bangkok Restaurants
One night in Bangkok: The best rooftops
Shop til you drop
Bangkok Hotels
Bangkok offers accommodation options for every budget. My top tip is to always stay near a BTS Skytrain station. It’s the easiest way to get around the city, while taxis can get stuck in traffic for long periods, especially during peak hours. Choosin...
Want to sleep inside Bangkok’s most iconic building?
If you’ve ever seen photos of that famous 314-meter-tall pixelated skyscraper, you’ll find The Standard Bangkok Mahanakhon right inside it.
This award-winning five-star hotel is effortlessly cool...
The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon
If location is your top priority, it’s hard to beat Montraj Continent Sukhumvit 👏. Situated in the heart of Asoke, this five-star hotel offers direct access to both the BTS Skytrain and MRT, making it incredibly easy to explore Bangkok.
One of my f...
Montraj Continent Bangkok Sukhumvit - Booking.com
If you’re drawn to places with personality, history, and retro charm, Miami Hotel is a choice for you. Even better, it won’t break the bank! Rooms can sometimes be found from around $50 per night.
Located on Sukhumvit Soi 13, the hotel is just a sho...
Miami Hotel Bangkok, Bangkok (vuoden 2026 päivitetyt hinnat)
Looking for a stylish five-star hotel with amazing views and a fantastic location in Bangkok? Pullman Bangkok Hotel G is an excellent choice.
Located on Silom Road, this modern lifestyle hotel combines contemporary design, comfortable rooms, and stu...
Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
Tips to make your trip smoother
Before You Travel: Get an eSIM!
An eSIM lets you start using mobile data as soon as you land, so there’s no need to hunt for a local SIM card or swap out your physical one at the airport.
Airalo is one of the most reliable and user-friendly options...
Buy eSIMs for international travel - Airalo | Airalo
Before you travel: Get a VPN!
VPN is one of those travel essentials you don’t think about until you need it.
Whether you’re connecting to hotel Wi-Fi, working from a café, or checking your bank account on the go, a VPN helps keep your personal info...<3.
The best VPN for speed and security
Airport Rail Link: The easiest and cheapest way from Suvarnabhumi Airport 👏
If you’re arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport and heading into Bangkok, my go-to recommendation is the Airport Rail Link. It’s often the fastest, easiest, and cheapest way to ...
Bangkok Airport Rail Link
My go-to taxi app in Bangkok is Bolt. It’s usually the cheapest option, and there are plenty of drivers available throughout the city.
The biggest advantage of Bolt is transparent pricing. You’ll see the fare before booking, which helps avoid misund...
Bolt: Request a Ride - App Store - Apple
Special Experiences in Bangkok
Na-Oh is a unique fine dining restaurant built inside a retired airplane in Bangkok. Its striking interior is inspired by Noah’s Ark, creating a truly memorable atmosphere.
The restaurant is located within ChangChui Creative Park, where you can also...
Na-Oh Bangkok: Home
Looking for something a little different to do in Bangkok? Or perhaps the perfect rainy-day activity? Bed Cinema offers a movie experience unlike any other, and I highly recommend choosing a Thai film instead of the usual Hollywood stuff. There are o...
The Bed Cinema - The Bed Experience by Omazz
If you're looking for a free cultural experience in Bangkok that mixes fashion, art, design, and immersive storytelling, check out the Louis Vuitton Visionary Journeys exhibition at LV The Place Bangkok!
Located inside Gaysorn Amarin shopping mall ...
LV The Place Bangkok - Louis Vuitton Visionary Journeys
Bangkok Restaurants
Looking for a memorable dining experience in Bangko, or perhaps the most perfect date night spot? Ojo should be at the top of your list. Located on the 76th floor of the iconic King Power Mahanakhon, Ojo is currently Thailand’s highest restaurant, of...
Ojo Bangkok | Thailand's Highest Restaurant with Glamorous Design
Looking for delicious Thai food without spending a fortune? Head straight to the Food court called Pier 21 at Terminal 21. 🫶
Located on the 5th floor of Terminal 21 shopping mall in Asoke, this food court is one of Bangkok's best budget-friendly di...
Pier 21
One night in Bangkok: The best rooftops
If you didn’t visit any rooftop bars in Bangkok, did you even go to Bangkok?
The city is home to dozens of excellent rooftop bars that offer a completely different perspective of Bangkok. My personal recommendation is to arrive around sunset, when y...
It’s time to head to the iconic King Power Mahanakhon and visit the Mahanakhon SkyWalk, one of Bangkok’s most spectacular attractions.
Closest BTS: Chong Nonsi
Located 314 metres above the ground, the observation deck offers 360-degree views across...
Mahanakhon SkyWalk Ticket in Bangkok
Vertigo is one of the iconic ones!
Closest BTS stations are Sala Daeng and Chong Nonsi (about 15 to 20 minutes walking).
Located on the 61st floor of Banyan Tree Bangkok, Vertigo is one of the city’s original rooftop bars and still one of the best ...
Vertigo Rooftop | Dining in Bangkok - Banyan Tree - Klook
When you are staying around Sukhumvit, don’t skip Octave! This rooftop is located on the top floors of the Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit.
Closest BTS station: Thong Lo
Very easy BTS access!
Octave os one of the best rooftops in Bangkok withou...
Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar
Shop til you drop
If you could choose only one place to shop in Bangkok, make it Chatuchak! 👏
Closest BTS Station: Mo Chit
Getting to Chatuchak by public transportation is easy and highly recommended, as Bangkok traffic can be heavy on weekends.
Chatuchak Weekend ...
Chatuchak Market: Home of the World's Largest Weekend Market