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Chinatown in Singapore is a sharp contrast to the rest of the city, with low rise buildings and culture bursting out onto the streets, from...

The most popular neighbourhoods in Bangkok help the city attract upwards of 20 million visitors in a typical year. In some districts, you...

Bangkok has loads of family-friendly activities that kids will love. These range from aquariums and theme parks to interactive art galleries...

Bangkok is one of the best places in the world to learn Muay Thai kickboxing. The best fighters, the most experienced trainers and the most...

Our list of things to do in Bangkok Riverside is full of top-quality landmarks, so much so that any trip to the Thai capital will feel...

Thonburi, the old capital of Thailand, lies on the western banks of the Chao Phraya River. It stayed an independent province until it was...

Siam Square, like the city in which it is located, is an area of contrasts. In essence, it's the hub of all things cool, an individual...

Getting a tattoo in Bangkok can be fun, but instead of going straight to the closest studio, it's a good idea to do some research beforehand...

Bangkok is famous for being a relatively cheap holiday destination. Luxurious hotels are available for a fraction of what they would be in...

Attractions in Silom are as diverse as the area’s polarising daytime and nighttime personalities. When the Thai sun is high, Silom is...

Our guide to great parks in Bangkok proves that the Thai capital isn’t just a big city full of skyscrapers, shopping malls, and traffic...

The most Instagrammable places in Bangkok illustrate why the Thai capital is one of the most frequently photographed places in the world...

While the choice of things to do in Sathorn is perhaps not as extensive as it is other parts of Bangkok, it's certainly varied and...

Bangkok has an amazing range of local restaurants serving delicious meals in open-fronted shophouses, with a fan to cool you if you’re lucky...

Like the charming people, exotic fruit greets you on almost every corner in Thailand. The country's fertile plains and hot tropical climate...

If you’re brave enough and forget everything you thought you knew about food, Chinatown will surprise you. Street food is always fun and...

Some of the best bars, clubs and restaurants in Thonglor are within walking distance of its BTS Skytrain Station (Thong Lo), making it one...

When it comes to what to eat in Bangkok, the sky’s the limit. Thai food is a definite given, but with a host of eateries mushrooming all...

Finding somewhere to eat with kids in Bangkok can be challenging. Anything too exotic can be unsettling for little ones who might already be...

Sunday brunch in Bangkok should be on everyone’s travel itinerary: a buffet of the world’s finest delicacies, all freshly prepared and...

Bangkok’s Old City has plenty of dining options, but the great ones can be a little tricky to find, so we’ve put together a list of our top...

Restaurants in Silom are a hot topic for any food-lover in Bangkok as fine-dining venues have been regularly popping up in this lively area...

Bangkok may not be the city of love, but come February 14th there'll be plenty of places that will leave your better half swooning. In fact...

Siam Paragon hosts a huge collection of restaurants, not only at the usual basement level but also in the food gallery towards the back of...

When it comes to eating in Pratunam, there's an exciting number of restaurants and vendors catering to travellers from every corner of the...

72 Courtyard in Bangkok is a 2-storey nightlife mall housing high-level bars, restaurants and cafes. Located in Thonglor, restaurants...

It’s not exactly hard to find a tailor in Bangkok. Step off the BTS anywhere around downtown Sukhumvit or Silom and it’s only a matter of...

Khao San Road is the centre of the backpackers' universe in Bangkok and is bursting with fun, tacky and useful things to blow your baht on...

Markets in Bangkok offer fascinating shopping experiences for bargain hunters, with alleys after alleys of shops selling things like one-off...

Sukhumvit Road is easily one of Bangkok's best-known shopping streets. Easily accessible thanks to the BTS Skytrain, its air-conditioned...

Despite Bangkok being well-known as a shopping destination, only those in the know are aware of the city’s reputation as a place to find...

Whether you're looking for fabric for a new outfit or curtains, or ready-made gift items for your loved ones at home, you'll be thrilled...

People buy a lot of silly, strange and useless items when they come to Bangkok. You might wonder who actually buys them, although a quick...

Shopping in Silom is mostly contained around the prominent Silom Road and BTS Skytrain route that cuts through the core of this well-known...

Wholesale markets in Bangkok are jampacked with specialised products, be it flowers, textiles or fashion accessories. There’s a flower...

Bangkok's furniture shops and markets are often frequented by travellers for their fine craftsmanship and innovative designs. Thailand –...

The EM District on Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Road is an ambitious multi-billion-baht retail project comprising 3 different luxury shopping malls...

Bike shops in Bangkok offer quality 2-wheelers, biking gears, and accessories for those who prefer exploring the city at a leisurely pace...

There are many great places to go shopping in Chatuchak besides the famous namesake weekend market. While the Chatuchak Weekend Market is...

Bangkok’s busy Ratchadapisek Road offers plenty for suburban shoppers with its imposing shopping warehouses and malls. Superb MRT subway...

If you visit Bangkok and you intend to party, then Sukhumvit Road will be the centre of your world. This main thoroughfare hosts most of the...

This guide to one night in Bangkok presents the ultimate itinerary for your first-ever jet-lag, alcohol-fuelled night-out in (perhaps) the...

Royal City Avenue – more commonly known as RCA – is the epicentre of Bangkok's clubbing scene. It's an officially designated nightlife zone...

The best jazz bars and pubs in Bangkok prove that the city's famous nightlife isn’t all rowdy and naughty. The city’s got a fascinating...

The nightlife in Silom is renowned throughout Bangkok for being lively, diverse and downright fun. Come nightfall, this area shows its true...

Hitting a pool party in Bangkok is a great way to cool down in what is the hottest city on the planet, all while swimming, drinking and...

Some of the best bars, clubs and restaurants in Thonglor are within walking distance of its BTS Skytrain Station (Thong Lo), making it one...

Bangkok's best live shows offer the perfect evening experience after a day of sightseeing in the capital. What do a mythological masked...

Siam is best known for its shopping, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t great for nightlife. Start the night at one of the 3 rooftop bars in...

Find among the best nightlife in Sathorn right inside the 5-star hotels and serviced apartments that dot the area. There are sophisticated...

From 40 baht a ticket in Bangkok's oldest theatre to 3,000 baht in the mysterious 'Enigma' Cinema, how much are you willing to pay to watch...

The best sports bars in Bangkok are the places we normally head to when a big match or competition is showing. Plenty of TVs and comfortable...

Undeniably one of the greatest and most-enjoyed forms of entertainment, cinema-going offers an experience ideal for the whole family. Let's...

The best bars and restaurants in Ari are places where the cool, arty crowd that make up this area of Bangkok all go to chill and enjoy a...

Bangkok is a great city to visit, blessed with a very high level of safety compared to any other capital cities in the world. However, just...

Boats are a great way to get around the famous Riverside area of Bangkok with its many historical monuments, temples and architecture...

Tuk tuks or sam lor (3-wheeled) used to be everyone's favourite way of getting around Bangkok before the BTS, MRT and colourful taxis took...

If you’re travelling to Bangkok for the first time you might’ve already listened to enough tips, warnings and advice to be able to write a...

If you ever require medical attention in Bangkok, you can rest assured that health services in the Thai capital Bangkok are excellent and on...

With this guide, you can start to discover the best of Bangkok in just 48 hours! Mixing the finest cultural attractions, bargain shopping...

The Bangkok Airport Rail Link connects downtown Bangkok with Suvarnabhumi International Airport and is a smart alternative to the airport’s...

Travelling to Bangkok on a budget? Well, lucky for you as we know all the tricks to help you save money while in Bangkok. In the last decade...

Bangkok is famous for being a relatively cheap holiday destination. Luxurious hotels are available for a fraction of what they would be in...

Bangkok enjoys a tropical monsoon climate, meaning that it has 3 main seasons: hot season from March to June, rainy season from July to...

The Saen Saeb Canal is a handy way to get around town, and a great way to see local lives going about their business, but also a little...

We've accumulated a lot of facts and useful information about Bangkok tourism – everything the first-time visitor needs to plan a wonderful...

Our Bangkok Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help you plan your trip to the capital of Thailand. No matter...

Bangkok is an excellent city for the lone traveller, with plenty of places that make it easy to meet fellow tourists and backpackers. But...

New Year's celebrations in Bangkok can be as relaxed or as raucous as you'd like, and it's fair to say there are plenty of different ways to...