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Colorful Lamp Festival and Lantern in Loi Krathong at Wat Lok Moli is a beautiful old temple in Chiang Mai.

Overview

Gleaming temples and golden Buddhas frame the landscapes in Thailand, serving as a stunning backdrop for tours of Bangkok noodle shacks and adventures along the luxurious coastline.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Wat Pho

Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi

Wat Pho is our absolute favorite among Bangkok's biggest sights. In fact, the compound incorporates a host of superlatives: the city's largest reclining…
Grand Palace

Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi

The Grand Palace (Phra Borom Maharatchawang) is a former royal residence in Bangkok that was consecrated in 1782. Today, it’s only used on ceremonial…
Wat Arun

Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi

Wat Arun is the missile-shaped temple that rises from the Chao Phraya River's banks. Known as Temple of Dawn, it was named after the Indian god of dawn,…
Wat Phra Kaew

Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi

Architecturally fantastic, the Wat Phra Kaew temple complex is also the spiritual core of Thai Buddhism and the monarchy, symbolically united in what is…
Golden Mount

Banglamphu

Even if you're wát-ed out, you should tackle the brisk ascent to the Golden Mount. Serpentine steps wind through an artificial hill shaded by gnarled…
Lumphini Park

Bangkok

Named after the Buddha’s birthplace in Nepal (Lumbini), Lumphini Park is central Bangkok’s largest and most popular park. Its 58 hectares are home to an…
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Chiang Mai

Overlooking the city from its mountain throne, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of northern Thailand's most sacred temples, and its founding legend is…
Wat Chedi Luang

Chiang Mai

Wat Chedi Luang isn't as grand as Wat Phra Singh, but its towering, ruined Lanna-style chedi (built in 1441) is much taller and the sprawling compound…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

Thailand has ruled supreme as a tourist destination for many years with good reason. These are the most incredible things to do in the Land of Smiles.

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Best Places to Visit

Spring in Thailand – as temperatures build before the rains arrive – is a season of refreshing festivals, sun-drenched islands and bountiful markets.

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Best Time to Visit

Whether you are after sun, sea and sand, seasonal fresh ingredients, or Songkran, these are the best times to visit Thailand.

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Things to Know

From packing to local etiquette when you're there, these top tips can help visitors plan the perfect trip to Thailand.

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Transportation

Find your way around in Thailand, one of Southeast Asia's most-visited nations, with our guide to transportation.

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Visa Requirements

Thailand is one of the easiest places to visit in Asia - here’s everything you need to know about visas.

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Money and Costs

Loved for its beaches, temples and fabulous food, Thailand is one of the top traveler stops in Asia. Here's how to enjoy the Land of Smiles on a budget.

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Best Road Trips

These exciting road trips will show you small villages, gorgeous beaches, mountain vistas and more of all that Thailand has to offer.

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Get Connected

Stay connected while you enjoy the best of Thailand with this guide to cell networks, wi-fi and eSIMs.

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