Bangkok
Golden temples, river boats, rooftop bars and some of the world's best street food.
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What Bangkok is like
Bangkok is Thailand's chaotic, exciting capital: golden temples, river boats, rooftop bars and some of the best street food in the world.
Don't miss
- 01Grand PalaceThe former royal palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
- 02Wat ArunThe 'Temple of Dawn', by the river.
- 03Chatuchak Weekend MarketOne of the world's biggest markets.
- 04Chao Phraya river boatsCheap express boats past the sights.
Where to stay
- RiversideHotels by the Chao Phraya.
- SukhumvitBusy, with bars and restaurants and the Skytrain.
Worth knowing
Bangkok's full ceremonial name in Thai is one of the longest place names in the world.
Ayutthaya: the ruined old capital
Photo: Evilarry · Public domain
The temples and Buddha heads of Siam's former capital, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Direct flights to Bangkok from the UK
| From | Airlines | Months with flights | Distance | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick | Norse Atlantic | Oct to Apr | 5,947 mi | Fares → |
| Heathrow | Thai Airways | All year | 5,951 mi | Fares → |
| Manchester | Norse Atlantic | Dec to Apr | 5,985 mi | Fares → |
From the airlines' and Heathrow Airport's own timetables for October 2026 to September 2027. Pick an airport to see the exact days.
Weather in Bangkok by month
Average daytime highs. The warmest months are March, April, May.
| Month | Day | Night | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 23° | 2 |
| February | 34° | 25° | 2 |
| March | 35° | 26° | 3 |
| April | 36° | 27° | 5 |
| May | 35° | 27° | 12 |
| June | 34° | 26° | 13 |
| July | 34° | 26° | 14 |
| August | 33° | 26° | 16 |
| September | 33° | 25° | 18 |
| October | 33° | 25° | 14 |
| November | 33° | 25° | 4 |
| December | 32° | 23° | 1 |
Long-term averages from the national weather service's station record, as compiled on Wikipedia (Bangkok). A rainy day has at least 1mm of rain.
Before you go
- From 15 September 2026 you can visit visa-free for up to 30 days, for tourism only.
- Fill in the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online in the 3 days before you arrive.
- Your passport must expire at least 6 months after you arrive and have a blank page.
From the Foreign Office's Thailand travel advice, checked on 16 October 2026. Rules change, so check it before you travel.