Bangkok
Population:8.3 million
Thailand's vibrant capital city known for ornate shrines, street life, and a blend of chaos and refinement.
Top attractions
- Grand Palace
- Wat Arun
- Chatuchak Market
- Jim Thompson House
- Khao San Road
Country guide
Thailand
Known as the 'Land of Smiles,' Thailand offers tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins, and ornate temples. Its rich culture and warm hospitality make it a traveler's paradise.
- Capital
- Bangkok
- Language
- Thai
- Currency
- Thai Baht (฿)
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Visa information
Many countries, including the US, Canada, EU members, and Australia, can enter visa-free for up to 30 days. Longer stays require a visa.
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Visa details
Many countries, including the US, Canada, EU members, and Australia, can enter visa-free for up to 30 days. Longer stays require a visa.
Cost of travel
- Currency
- Thai Baht (฿)
- Accommodation
- ฿1,000-3,000 per night for mid-range hotels, ฿300-800 for hostels
- Food
- ฿100-300 per meal at restaurants, ฿30-80 for street food
- Transportation
- ฿20-40 for a public bus, ฿500-2,000 for intercity train/bus tickets
- Activities
- ฿100-500 for temple entries, ฿1,000-2,500 for guided tours and activities
- Overall daily budget
- ฿1,500-4,000 per day depending on travel style
Best time to visit
November to February offers the coolest and driest weather. March to May is very hot, and June to October is the rainy season.
Weather
Tropical climate with three main seasons: hot (March-May), rainy (June-October), and cool (November-February). Even the 'cool' season is warm by global standards.
Top cities to visit
Chiang Mai
Population:1.2 million
A culturally significant northern city surrounded by mountains and ancient temples.
Top attractions
- Doi Suthep
- Old City Temples
- Night Bazaar
- Elephant Nature Park
Phuket
Population:390,000
Thailand's largest island known for beautiful beaches, clear waters, and vibrant nightlife.
Top attractions
- Patong Beach
- Big Buddha
- Phi Phi Islands
- Old Town
Pattaya
Population:320,000
A resort city on the eastern Gulf coast known for beaches and nightlife.
Top attractions
- Walking Street
- Sanctuary of Truth
- Nong Nooch Gardens
- Jomtien Beach
Ayutthaya
Population:54,000
A historic city and UNESCO World Heritage site with impressive temple ruins.
Top attractions
- Wat Mahathat
- Wat Chaiwatthanaram
- Ayutthaya Historical Park
- Bang Pa-In Palace
Top attractions
Grand Palace
A complex of buildings in Bangkok that served as the official residence of the Kings of Siam and later Thailand.
Location: Bangkok
Phi Phi Islands
A group of stunning islands in the Andaman Sea known for their clear waters, limestone cliffs, and white sand beaches.
Location: Krabi Province
Wat Arun
The 'Temple of Dawn,' a Khmer-style temple with a distinctive spire decorated with colorful porcelain.
Location: Bangkok
Sukhothai Historical Park
The ruins of the 13th-century capital of the Kingdom of Sukhothai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Location: Sukhothai
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
One of the city's main night attractions, featuring hundreds of shops, stalls, and vendors.
Location: Chiang Mai
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- Always check for updated visa requirements before your trip.
- Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies.
- Research local customs and etiquette before your visit.
- Keep digital and physical copies of important documents.
Thailand travel cost calculator
Cost breakdown
- Accommodation (3 nights, 1 room)
- ฿3,000–9,000
- Food (2 × 3 days, 2 meals a day)
- ฿1,200–3,600
- Transport (2 × 3 days, 2 rides a day)
- ฿240–480
- Activities (2 × 3 days, 1 a day)
- ฿600–3,000
- Total estimated cost
- ฿5,040–16,080
- Per person
- ฿2,520–8,040
Note: These estimates use this guide’s own prices and may vary with season, location and personal preferences. Consider adding a 10-20% buffer for unexpected expenses.