5 days in Bangkok Itinerary

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

Attractions like The Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) make great kid-friendly stops. Take a break from Bangkok with a short trip to Bang Saen Beach in Chonburi, about 1h 40 min away. There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Wat Pho, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), browse the exhibits of Jim Thompson House, and get a taste of the local shopping with Chatuchak Weekend Market.

For ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Bangkok trip site.

If you are flying in from Vietnam, the closest major aiports are Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang International Airport. August in Bangkok sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 30°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.