Bangkok

A Luxury Guide to BANGKOK – Welcome to the City That Never Sleeps…

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Key Features

• Chao Phraya River
• Asiatique
• The EM District – Emporium / Emquartier (Shopping Malls)
• Siam Center / Siam Paragon / Siam Discovery
• Chatuchak Weekend Market
• Taling Chan Floating Market
• Temples; Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, Wat Arun
• China Town (Street Food)

Introduction

Welcome to Bangkok, the “City that Never Sleeps” (also known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon or simply Krung Thep). The capital city and gateway to Thailand offers luxury travellers a cacophony of charming historic monuments, exquisite internationally acclaimed restaurants & bars, a superb range of experiential activities (with literally something for everyone) and a mesmerizing array of luxurious accommodation facilities too. The rumours are true, Bangkok is everything you’ve ever dreamt off and more… As always In our Explore sections you will find a superb hand-picked collection of luxurious offerings in Bangkok by our Go Places Recommended Partners™. Enjoy!

How to Get Around

If arriving by international flight into Thailand, you will most probably be landing at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or alternatively at Don Mueang Airport (DMK). Most of our Go Places Recommended Hotels™ offer airport transfers, and we do recommend you book these (find details provided in each hotel listing). Alternatively you may want to pre-book or book a taxi (with grab.com), hire a private car (rentalcars.com), opt for a more luxurious VIP Limousine Service (firstclassbangkok.com) or skip from area to area in minutes using the convenient BTS SkyTrain (bts.co.th). You can also take a fun ride on a Tuk Tuk which is convenient too and can be found on every street. These are the most ideal ways to get around Thailand’s capital city.

Where to Stay

A refined luxury collection of Go Places Recommended™ Properties in Bangkok awaits especially hand-picked for the discerning traveller (use filter by tags e.g. Accommodation to find exactly what you’re looking for), located within the most appropriate areas speckled throughout the city. Whether it be easy access to world-class shopping malls, to quiet escapes along the Chao Phraya River, or even lavish hotel suites with inspirational views overlooking the city – we’ve got all your needs covered.

Restaurants & Bars

Bangkok retains its position as one of the most exciting culinary capitals of the world. When it comes to dining, the city comes alive with an exciting & vibrant array of culinary offerings. This leading destination features everything from high-end Michelin Star eateries, to must-try delicious street food stalls, all-you-can-eat buffet restaurants, 360° rooftop bars and so much more – look no further than the Go Places Recommended Restaurants™ & Bars™  (use our filter by tags e.g. Restaurants & Bars to find exactly what you’re looking for).

Must-Try Activities

With so much to do Bangkok features an extensive selection of attractions & sights to visit. From shimmering gold temples, to breath-taking golf clubs speckled around the city, night markets, shopping experiences, cinemas and more… the choices are literally endless in Thailand’s capital. To find out which ones suit you best check-out our Go Places Recommended Activity & Experience™ Partners (use our filter by tags e.g. Activities to find exactly what you’re looking for).