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Travel Thailand
Where to go, what to see and how to get there: Thailand's favourite destinations, with hotels, tours and transport you can book.
Destinations
From temples and old capitals to islands and mountains.
- Bangkok
Central
Bangkok
Thailand's capital: royal temples and palaces, a busy river, street food on every corner, rooftop bars and huge malls. Most visitors start and end their trip here.
- Phuket
Andaman coast
Phuket
Thailand's largest island, on the Andaman Sea: long sandy beaches, lively Patong, quieter bays in the south and a colourful Old Town. A base for boat trips to Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay.
- Chiang Mai
North
Chiang Mai
The north's cultural capital: hundreds of temples inside and around the old walled city, mountain views, night markets and a relaxed café scene.
- Pattaya
Eastern Gulf coast
Pattaya
A beach city on the Gulf of Thailand, close to Bangkok: busy nightlife, family attractions, water sports and quieter Jomtien Beach to the south.
- Krabi
Andaman coast
Krabi
Limestone cliffs, island-studded bays and some of Thailand's most photographed beaches. Ao Nang is the main base; Railay is reached only by boat.
- Koh Samui
Gulf coast
Koh Samui
A palm-covered island in the Gulf of Thailand with resort beaches, boutique hotels and easy boat trips to the Ang Thong National Marine Park.
- Hua Hin
Western Gulf coast
Hua Hin
A long-established seaside town popular with Thai families and long-stay visitors: a calm beach, seafood, night markets and golf.
- Ayutthaya
Central
Ayutthaya
The former royal capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site: temple ruins, giant Buddha images and river views, an easy day trip from Bangkok.
- Chiang Rai
North
Chiang Rai
Thailand's far north: striking modern temples, tea plantations, hill views and the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet.
- Kanchanaburi
West
Kanchanaburi
River valleys, waterfalls and Second World War history west of Bangkok, with floating rafts and national parks.
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🧳 Before you go
- Check the visa rules for your passport on the official Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before you book; they change from time to time.
- Emergency numbers: Tourist Police 1155 (English spoken), Police 191, Medical emergency 1669.
- Thailand uses the Thai baht (THB). Cards work in malls and hotels; carry some cash for markets, street food and taxis.
- Dress modestly at temples and the Grand Palace: shoulders and knees covered, shoes off where asked.
- Use metered taxis or ride-hailing apps; agree the fare first for tuk-tuks and boats.
- Drink bottled or filtered water, and use sun protection: the midday sun is strong all year.
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