Rough Guide 2025
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Bangkok, written by Thailand experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey.
Inside this Bangkok travel book, you’ll find:
- Regional deep divein-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews
- Itinerary samplestailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles
- Practical informationessential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly
- Expert recommendationsinsider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities
- Seasonal tipswhen to go to Bangkok, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-see pickunmissable sights handpicked by our authors – Wat Arun, Thai cookery classes, Wat Pho, Chatuchak, weekend market, cycling, Jim Thompsons House, Songkhran, Thanon Khao San, traditional massage, Muang Boran Ancient City, National Museum, Ayutthaya, Vimanmek Palace, Erawan Shrine
- Easy-to-use mapscolour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insightsengaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of Bangkok
- Language essentialsThai phrases and vocabulary to help you connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photographystunning full-color images capturing the essence of Bangkok, and fueling your wanderlust
- Designed for comfort and sustainabilitya velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials
- Bonus eBookfree download with purchase for added convenience
Coverage includes: Ratanakosin, Banglamphu and the Democracy Monument area, Chinatown and Pahurat, Thonburi, Dusit, downtown Bangkok, Chatuchak Weekend Market and the outskirts, excursions from Bangkok
