Overview
Bangkok is Thailand’s capital and the usual landing city from Hong Kong. The Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Chao Phraya ferries, malls around Siam and Chinatown markets cover culture and shopping in one stop. Day trips to Ayutthaya or floating markets are easy weekend add-ons.
Highlights
Grand Palace / Wat Phra Kaew
Dress modestly; go early to avoid heat and queues.
Wat Arun
Best at late afternoon light across the river.
Siam / CentralWorld
Mall cluster with easy BTS access.
- Grand Palace / Wat Phra Kaew — Dress modestly; go early to avoid heat and queues.
- Wat Arun — Best at late afternoon light across the river.
- Siam / CentralWorld — Mall cluster with easy BTS access.
Food
- Boat noodles
- Mango sticky rice
- Pad Thai & Thai milk tea
