Here, one ofTravel + Leisures top travel advisors shares his guide to two days in the capital.
Bangkok’s central location makes it an ideal launching point for exploring the rest of the country.
Still, any trip to Thailand should begin with a thorough introduction to the capital.
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For young couples, I might suggest the Tower Club at lebua.
For a classic choice, I recommend The Peninsula.
For something brand-new, opt for the Capella, which opened in October 2020 on Chao Phraya River.
Wat Pho Temple in Bangkok.Valletta Vittorio/AGF/Getty Images
Once you’ve had time for a nap, the best welcome to Bangkok is a guided street-food tour.
Most locals eat all their meals on the street.
And be sure to try the Crab Omlette at the Michelin Starred stand Raan Jay Fai.
Enjoying satay at a Thai street food vendor.Carlina Teteris/Getty Images
The cavalcade of exquisitely prepared dishes offers a nice contrast to your street-food dinner the night before.
Afterwards, revel in Bangkok’s nightlife.
Where To Stay
Tower Club at lebua: Sky-high luxury with a buzzy energy.
View of the skyline from the The Capella Bangkok Verandah.Ekkapong Tantiponprasert/Courtesy of Capella Bangkok
The Peninsula: Timeless elegance on the Chao Phraya River.
Capella Bangkok: A relative newcomer that was ranked theNo.
2 city hotel in Asiain 2021 by Travel + Leisure readers.
Interior of the Bamboo Bar at the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok.Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
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A longboat on the Chao Phraya river in front of Wat Arun in Bangkok.Pakin Songmor/Getty Images
