What to Do in Bangkok: A Vibrant City of Sights, Flavors, and Culture

Bangkok by Night: Temples, Markets & Street Food Tuk‐Tuk Tour

Begin your private or small‐group night tour of Bangkok by meeting your guide at a handy centrally located BTS station. From there, hop into a tuk tuk, which is one of the quickest—and most exciting—ways of getting around the busy city. During the 4‐hour tour, your guide will take you to a variety of places that come alive at night, including the Pak Khlong Talat flower market, Chinatown, and Wat Arun. You’ll also see many Bangkok landmarks lit up after dark. Going with a guide ensures you stick to the safest areas while getting an intimate perspective of the city. Enjoy a tasty local dinner with non‐alcoholic drinks and dessert—your guide can help you choose dishes to suit your tastes. After the tour, you can be dropped at your location of choice, within a limited area. Head back to your accommodation or continue the evening adventures independently.

Experience Real Bangkok by Bike

Spend three hours exploring Bangkok by bike on this popular tour that puts travelers right up close to the action. Venture down the narrow alleyways of Chinatown. Cruise through markets and backstreets and explore Thonburi with your professional guide who will point out all the highlights and attractions of this dynamic city.

Bangkok Canals by Longtail Boat 2‐Hour Tour

Get a glimpse of local life in Bangkok on this guided tour of the Thonburi district’s canals by traditional longtail boat. Lasting around 2 hours, and with your choice of departure times throughout the day, it’s easy to fit in your schedule. Meet your licensed English speaking guide near Wat Pho and walk together as a group to board your longtail boat. Soak up the sights and scenes of local life as you cruise along the canals. At Baan Silapin (The Artist’s House), you’ll have enough time to walk around the historic and restored wooden house and learn more about Thai culture. The boat tour also passes by the Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, with a stop to take photos of the temple’s massive Buddha statue. The tour ends back at the departure point.

Ayutthaya Temples Tour & River Cruise from Bangkok with Lunch

Start your day with hotel pickup (if option selected), or make your way to River City Bangkok. Board your vehicle and make the journey north from Bangkok to Ayutthaya Historical Park. The old capital of Thailand (aka the Kingdom of Siam) from 1350 until 1767, Ayutthaya was largely destroyed by the Burmese and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site . On arrival, set out on foot with your knowledgeable guide who leads you to notable Ayutthaya temples. Marvel at the Buddha's head resting in the tree roots overtaking Wat Mahathat and visit other highlights including Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit, and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. All admission fees are included. Complete your excursion with a riverboat lunch cruise on the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok. Tuck into a delicious buffet lunch and enjoy views of temples lining the riverbank, such as Wat Arun.

Bangkok Backstreets Small‐Group Food Tour with 15 Tastings

Discover the delicious street food of Bangkok on a small‐group tour through the capital's backstreets. Sample some of Thailand’s best food such as chicken satay, Thai curries, noodles and more as you stroll through the streets with your guide. Learn about Thai cuisine and culture during this hands‐on experience and leave feeling full from at least 15 tastings.

Bangkok Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya River

Start your Chao Phraya River cruise with hotel pickup in central Bangkok, if you've selected this option. Your driver will drive you to the waterfront and accompanies you aboard a luxurious riverboat for a leisurely dinner cruise on this major waterway. Otherwise meet at the pier. Find a seat in the warmly furnished dining room, or head out to the deck to see the illuminated Bangkok skyline slip past. As the boat drifts along, your guide points out top landmarks lining the banks of the Chao Phraya; admire the 17th‐century Temple of Dawn, known as Wat Arun, and see Bangkok’s famous Grand Palace—even more dazzling when lit up at night. Treat yourself to the large buffet of Thai dishes and desserts, then settle down for dinner while you listen to a live band and other entertainers.  After disembarking the boat, complete your excursion at your original departure point.

Bangkok Small‐Group Food Tour with 15 Tastings

Thai cuisine is full of surprises and this food tasting tour through Nang Loeng Market offers a unique introduction, with a special itinerary devised by a local chef. Escape the busy city for a cruise along Bangkok’s scenic canals; stop at popular local restaurants, food vendors, and markets; and taste 15 Thai specialties, including Hokkien noodles, banana fritters, spring rolls, and indulgent desserts.

Bike and Canal boat tour of Bangkok with lunch

Explore local markets, interesting temples and untouched parts of Bangkok by bike. Savor an authentic Thai lunch by the canal with your guide. Take a canal boat ride on one of Bangkok's famous long‐tail boats and see how the locals live along the river.Begin your adventure on the Thonburi side of the river and cycle along the winding alleys packed with stalls selling local goods. Browse through the bustling food stalls brimming with local products. Continue the tour and visit interesting temples along the way. Learn about Buddhism and the history of the local communities from your guide.Then, savor a delicious Thai lunch at a canal‐side restaurant as you take in fascinating views of the surrounding scenery. Once you’re refreshed, learn more about Bangkok’s history as you cycle along the canal enjoying the greenery of Bangkok. Complete your journey at a canal‐side market where the bikes are loaded onto a long tail canal boat.Once on board, witness the canal‐side lifestyle with its colorful scenery and the local canal‐side communities. If you’re lucky you might get a glimpse of an Asian water monitor, a lizard native to the area, bathing in the banks of the river. The tour concludes at your original departure point.

Bangkok Tuk‐Tuk Tour by Night with Chinatown Street Food Meal

Go sightseeing in the evening when Bangkok’s traffic and crowds thin out, and the temperature cools down, on this tour of Thailand’s capital city. Visit landmarks including Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), The Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and explore bustling Chinatown on foot. Your guide takes you to Chinatown’s renowned food stalls where you can try a variety of signature dishes for dinner (included).

Lobur Monkey Temple and Ayutthaya Old City Tour from Bangkok

Those in search of an experience that seamlessly incorporates history and culture can enjoy this trop to the Lobur Monkey Temple and Ayutthaya from Bangkok. Explore the historical temples of Ayutthaya, a kingdom that thrived from 1350 to 1767, and then venture to Lobur, one of Thailand's oldest cities with a rich heritage dating back many centuries. Plus, visit the Monkey Temple before heading back to Bangkok.