Bangkok itinerary
7 days, hour by hour · ThailandOctober–May
- Days
- 7
- Stops
- 32
- Per day
- ≈ 2,400 THB
- First stop
- 08:00
Short answer
The TripWalkers Bangkok itinerary runs 7 days and lays out 32 stops, hour by hour, for October–May. The first three days:
- Day 1 Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun
- Day 2 Chinatown and the river
- Day 3 Jim Thompson, Siam and Lumphini
Staying less? Start with the first days — TripWalkers uses the opening days of this plan for shorter trips too. Days 5 and 6 are day trips out of the city. Food, entry fees and local transport come to about 2,400 THB a day (excluding accommodation and flights).
Day 1 · 08:30–15:00
Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun
Culture
Grand Palace Bangkok
The royal palace and the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew). Entry is 500 THB, shoulders and knees must be covered. Go in at 08:30 to beat the crowds.
≈ 500 THB per personCulture
Wat Pho
A 46 m reclining Buddha and a massage school. Get a 30-minute traditional massage here (~300 THB).
≈ 300 THB per personLandmark
Tha Tien Pier
Cross the Chao Phraya on the 5 THB ferry. Wat Arun is right opposite.
≈ 5 THB per personCulture
Wat Arun
The Temple of Dawn. Climb the steep stairs of the porcelain-covered prang for views over the river.
≈ 200 THB per personFood
Supanniga Eating Room Tha Tien
Thai home cooking on the riverside. Have lunch with a view of Wat Arun: moo palo (braised pork belly) and som tam (green papaya salad).
≈ 600 THB per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Thipsamai Pad ThaiBangkok's most famous pad thai. Queues build after 17:00, so lunchtime is calmer.
- Museum SiamAn interactive Thai museum next to Wat Pho. A good option for a rainy day.
Day 2 · 09:00–17:30
Chinatown and the river
Culture
Wat Traimit
A 5.5-tonne golden Buddha, at the gateway to Chinatown.
≈ 100 THB per personLandmark
Yaowarat Road
Chinatown's main street: gold shops, temples and quiet side streets by day.
FreeLandmark
Talat Noi
An old Chinese quarter on the riverbank, with street art, garages and cafés.
FreeFood
Hua Seng Hong Yaowarat
A classic Chinatown Chinese restaurant. Order dim sum and goose.
≈ 350 THB per person- 1 h 15 min · travel, break, free time
Shopping
Iconsiam
A huge mall across the river. Eat street food on the Sook Siam floating market floor and enjoy an air-conditioned afternoon.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Nai Ek Roll NoodlePork noodle soup on Yaowarat, a street-food classic.
- Lhong 1919A restored Chinese temple and warehouse complex on the riverside. Quieter than Iconsiam.
Day 3 · 09:30–18:00
Jim Thompson, Siam and Lumphini
Culture
Jim Thompson House
A teak Thai house with a silk collection. Join the guided tour; the garden stays cool.
≈ 200 THB per personShopping
Siam Paragon
Siam's giant mall. There is a food market on the lower floor, and it makes an air-conditioned break.
FreeFood
Som Tam Nua Siam Square
Isan cuisine: som tam and fried chicken. The queue moves fast at Siam Square.
≈ 300 THB per personCulture
Erawan Shrine
A Brahma shrine in the middle of the city, with dancers and incense.
Free- 2 h · travel, break, free time
Nature
Lumphini Park
Bangkok's central park: monitor lizards, sunset and evening aerobics.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- MBK Center Food CourtThe food court on MBK's 6th floor. Cheap and air-conditioned, an alternative to som tam.
- Benjakitti ParkA new wetland park, an alternative to Lumphini.
Day 4 · 09:00–20:00
Chatuchak and Ari
Shopping
Chatuchak Weekend Market
On weekends it is the world's largest market (15,000 stalls); on weekdays head to the Or Tor Kor food market. Go early, as it gets hot by midday.
FreeFood
Or Tor Kor Market
A premium food market next to Chatuchak. Try mango sticky rice and seafood.
≈ 300 THB per person- 1 h · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Ari Neighbourhood
Bangkok's hipster neighbourhood, with cafés and boutiques. Take the BTS to Ari.
Free- 2 h · travel, break, free time
Food
Jay Fai
A Michelin-starred street restaurant. Try the crab omelette (~1,000 THB). Book months ahead or join the queue at 14:00.
≈ 1,500 THB per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Baan Ying AriThai home cooking in Ari, if you miss out on Jay Fai.
- Chatuchak ParkA park next to the market, with shade and a lake.
Day 5 · 09:30–16:30Day trip
Ayutthaya
Culture
Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya
1.5 hours from Bangkok (train or minivan). See the Buddha head wrapped in tree roots in the UNESCO-listed ancient capital.
≈ 50 THB per personCulture
Wat Phra Si Sanphet
A royal temple with three chedis (bell-shaped stupas), the symbol of Ayutthaya.
≈ 50 THB per personCulture
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
A Khmer-style temple on the riverbank, also famous for its sunsets. Get there by bike.
≈ 50 THB per personFood
Ayutthaya Boat Noodle
Ayutthaya's boat noodles come in small bowls. Have 3-4.
≈ 150 THB per person- 45 min · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Ayutthaya Night Market Pier
A riverside market with views of the temples. The return train leaves at 17:00.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Ayutthaya Roti Sai MaiCandy-floss roti, Ayutthaya's signature sweet.
- Bang Pa-In PalaceA summer palace on the way back, with gardens and pavilions.
Day 6 · 08:00–16:00Day trip
Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong
Shopping
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
1.5 hours from Bangkok. The famous floating market is less crowded at 08:00; haggle over boat hire.
≈ 300 THB per person- 45 min · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Maeklong Railway Market
A market on the train tracks. Check the train times (around 11:10 and 14:30).
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Amphawa Floating Market
A canalside market with seafood grilled on boats. It is livelier at weekends.
≈ 300 THB per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Culture
Wat Bang Kung
A temple swallowed by a banyan tree, near Amphawa.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Amphawa Firefly TourAn evening boat tour (if you stay overnight) to see fireflies.
- Damnoen Saduak Boat Food StallNoodles and mango served from a boat at the floating market. Go here if you skip Amphawa.
Day 7 · 09:00–13:45
Sathorn: a gentle farewell
Culture
Wat Saket (Golden Mount)
The Golden Mount: 344 steps and 360° views of the city. It is cool in the morning.
≈ 100 THB per personShopping
Bangkok Flower Market Pak Khlong Talat
A 24-hour flower market, with jasmine garlands and orchids.
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Baan Khanitha Sathorn
Classic Thai cuisine in a Thai house. A farewell lunch, air-conditioned.
≈ 700 THB per personLandmark
Lumphini MRT / Airport Rail Link
The airport train takes 30 minutes from Phaya Thai. Time to say goodbye.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Krua Apsorn DinsoHome-style dishes from the royal kitchen. Try the crab omelette.
- Wat SuthatA temple with a giant swing, an alternative to the Golden Mount.
Getting around: get a Rabbit Card
Works on the BTS Skytrain; the MRT needs a separate token or card. You can buy both at the station.
Good to know: 6 things that make a Bangkok trip easier
- The BTS Skytrain and MRT are the fastest ways to get around the city. Make taxi drivers use the meter; tuk-tuks involve haggling and are touristy. The Grab app is reliable.
- Shoulders and knees must be covered in temples. Checks are strict at the Grand Palace, where sarongs are sold but expensive.
- November to February is the best season (28°C, dry). March to May can hit 38°C, so sightsee early and take air-conditioned breaks.
- Street food is safe: pick a busy stall, and ice is fine. Pad thai costs 60-100 THB, mango sticky rice 100 THB.
- Tipping is not obligatory; restaurants may add a 10% service charge. Haggling is normal in markets, not in malls.
- The train from Hua Lamphong to Ayutthaya takes 1.5 hours (20-60 THB). For the floating markets, take a tour or hire a car.
Spending: ≈ 16,800 THB per person for 7 days
- Food9,000 THB
- Entry and tours3,300 THB
- Local transport2,500 THB
- Other2,000 THB
Excludes accommodation and flights. 2026 price estimate, per person.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days do you need in Bangkok?
This itinerary is built for 7 days. With 3 days, do the first 3 — TripWalkers uses the opening days of the plan for shorter trips too. The day trip is on day 5 and 6; skip it on a short stay.
How much does a day in Bangkok cost?
In this plan, food, entry fees and local transport come to about 2,400 THB per person per day. Accommodation and flights are not included. Figures are 2026 estimates.
What time should you start the day in Bangkok?
The first stop is at 08:00. Most days start early so you arrive before the crowds, and evenings end with dinner.
Which season is this itinerary for?
This page covers October–May. There is a separate plan for June–September: opening hours, the sea and the weather change the route.