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Bangkok in 1–3 Days – travel guide (e-book)
- Day-by-day plans for 1, 2 and 3 days
- The Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun and the river
- Street food, markets, rooftops and a day trip to Ayutthaya
About the product
A compact, practical guide to Bangkok for a short stay or a stopover before the islands: clear plans for one, two or three days, the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun, the river, markets, street food, rooftop bars and a day trip to Ayutthaya, plus how to get around, avoid scams and what it costs. With photos.
What you get
- Day-by-day plans for 1, 2 and 3 days
- The Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun and the river
- Street food, markets, rooftops and a day trip to Ayutthaya
- Transport, scams, budget and events
- Approx. 21 pages with 5 photos
- EPUB for e-readers and PDF for phone, tablet or print
Read an excerpt
Bangkok at a glance
Bangkok is huge, hot, noisy and exhilarating, a city of glittering temples and glass towers, floating markets and mega-malls, street stalls and rooftop bars. It can feel overwhelming at first, but it is surprisingly easy to navigate if you use the river and the trains.
The historic heart is Rattanakosin, on an island formed by the Chao Phraya river and canals, with the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and many other temples. Wat Arun lies across the river. Chinatown (Yaowarat) is just south-east of the old town. The modern centre, with Siam Square's malls, Sukhumvit's hotels and nightlife, and the business district of Silom, is further east and served by the BTS Skytrain.
Arriving
Most international flights land at Suvarnabhumi airport (BKK). The Airport Rail Link runs to Phaya Thai station in about 30 minutes, where you can change to the BTS. Official metered taxis leave from the public taxi stand on level 1; insist on the meter, and expect to pay the airport surcharge and motorway tolls. Low-cost airlines use Don Mueang airport (DMK), connected to the city by the SRT Red Line train and buses.
Getting around
For the old town, take the Chao Phraya Express Boat; the orange-flag boats stop at the main piers, such as Tha Chang for the Grand Palace and Tha Tien for Wat Pho. Cross-river ferries go from Tha Tien to Wat Arun. For the modern city, use the BTS and the MRT; avoid rush-hour traffic in taxis. Use ride-hailing apps for door-to-door trips. Tuk-tuks are fun for short distances, but agree on the price first.
Neighbourhoods in brief
- Rattanakosin and Banglamphu: the historic temples and the backpacker street Khao San Road.
- Chinatown (Yaowarat): gold shops, temples and the city's best street food at night.
- Riverside: grand hotels, Asiatique night market and river views.
- Siam and Pratunam: malls, shopping and markets.
- Sukhumvit: hotels, restaurants and nightlife along the BTS line.
- Silom and Sathorn: business district, rooftop bars and Lumphini Park.
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Contents (9 chapters)
- Before you go
- Bangkok at a glance
- Day 1: The Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun
- Day 2: Chinatown, markets and rooftops
- Day 3: Ayutthaya
- If you only have one day
- Food and drink
- Culture, events and useful words
- Where to stay and what it costs
Questions and answers
Are the photos free to use?
All photos are from Wikimedia Commons and are public domain, CC0 or CC BY. Photographers are credited at the back of the book.
How current is the guide?
Prices, rules and event dates were checked for 2026 and are updated in new editions. Prices are rough estimates, and entry rules and opening hours can change, so check official sources before you travel.
Was it made with AI?
Yes. The text was written with the help of AI and checked before publication.
Format and terms
Format: E-book as EPUB (Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, Kindle via “Send to Kindle”) and PDF.. Made with the help of AI and tested by our quality control. Not tax, accounting or legal advice. Terms and right of withdrawal
