OVERVIEW

Bangkok is a mesmerizing city, where modern high-rise buildings with streets exuding with restaurants and bars collide with cultural cosmopolitans of vibrant, yet timeworn markets and charming Buddhist temples.

Ride the streets of Bangkok on a traditional Tuk Tuk, where you can discover temples, palaces and museums on a private tour, while acting as a local. Make sure you know your customs while in Bangkok, when entering a private house; know that is it customary to always remove your shoes.

Bangkok infuses a diverse ambience for the senses, one minute you can find yourself in the busy streets of china Town, through the hustle and bustle of fish markets and neon sign bars. The next, you could be taking a relaxing boat ride through the Royal River.

Street food enthusiasts will find their happy hour in a haze of steam, with an intense mix of spicy sour and salty treats that offer the delights of adventurous snacks and fast foods.

There are plenty of things to do in Bangkok for families, from Siam Park City, SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World, Fantasia Lagoon Water Park and Safari World.

If you’re looking for the ultimate shopping destination in Thailand, Bangkok offers a world of choices from CentralWorld Siam, a designer savvy mall with the likes of ZARA, timberland and MNG with a 15-screen cinema and an open ice-skating rink. Another great shopping mall for a high street experience in Bangkok is the MBK in Siam, with 2000 shops across 7 floors!

Highlights of Bangkok include Wat Phra Kaew, Dusit Palace Park, At Pho, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Lumphini Park and a ride on BTS skytrain.

What is the currency in Bangkok?

In Bangkok the currency used is the Baht.

How long does it take to fly to Bangkok?

It takes around 11 hours 30 minutes to fly from Heathrow Airport to Bangkok.

When is the best time to visit Bangkok?

Bangkok is treated to humid weather all year round, between late November and January is the best time to visit Bangkok with tropical weather, but cooler temperatures.

What language is spoken in Bangkok?

Thai is the official language spoken in Thailand, in the tourist areas of Bangkok most locals will know some English.

Do I need a visa to visit Bangkok?

British passport holders can visit Thailand for up to 30 days without a visa. For up to date travel advice please visit this FCO website link.

 

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The Mandarin Oriental is arguably Bangkok’s most legendary hotel – and the oldest, being the very first hotel in all of Thailand when it started off as The Oriental over 130 years ago. Over the years its reputation for luxury and excellence has continued to grow apace and to this day it remains one of the city’s finest 5 star hotels.

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Nestled on the shores of the Chao Phraya, the Shangri-La Bangkok provides some of the most spectacular views in the city. Not only that, every aspect of the hotel - from its dining to its spa treatments to its entertainment - is intrinsically Thai, exuding exoticism and warmth.

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Enjoying a superb location in the heart of Bangkok, Banyan Tree Bangkok is an exclusive hotel with sophistication and style. Banyan Tree Bangkok is the perfect city break hotel guests able to enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the hotels own rooftop restaurant alongside its legendary Thai hospitality.

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Classy accommodation in Bangkok can be found at Rembrandt for a relaxing ambience, with views of the city's skyline

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Looming over the banks of the legendary Chao Phraya River, the Royal Orchid Sheraton boasts dramatic views over the water and occupies an ideal location within easy reach of two public piers. The hotel itself also provides a daily shuttle boat service to the Saphan Taksin BTS Station, so within minutes you will have the whole city at your fingertips.

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LIT! Bangkok occupies an enviable central location, within easy reach of such diverse local attractions as the Jim Thompson House, the Bangkok Art & Culture Centre and KidZania Bangkok.

Climate

Bangkok can experience some of the highest temperatures of any city in the world, with averages rising above 30 degrees throughout the year. Humidity can sometimes be high, and there can be some spells of rainfall, monsoons and even thunderstorms, and the best time to travel to avoid such weather is October to February. The temperature is not as hot during the optimal travel months, but it is still easily in the high 20s with the added reassurance of it being much less likely to rain. April to September is typically a part of the monsoon season.

 

 

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