Bangkok Tips for Thailand

Fast, bustling, insane - Thailand's busy capital of Bangkok may be a lot of things, but predictable will never be one of them. These Bangkok tips will help you make sense of the chaos! Bangkok has a reputation for wearing out new travelers on their first visit. Luckily, there is hope.

A few simple Bangkok travel tips from experienced travelers can help make your landing in Thailand just a little softer!

Bangkok Airport Bus Terminated (Read more)

The handy Airport Express bus from Bangkok Airport to Khao San Road was permanently terminated in 2011. Read details for getting to Khao San Road…

It’s Not Koh San Road

Khao San Road in Bangkok sounds like “Cow San Road” — not “Koh San Road.” Koh means “island” in Thai, so this is not correct, despite many backpackers saying in incorrectly. Khao San means “milled rice.”

Kanchanaburi Thailand

Looking for a quick escape from Bangkok’s hectic pace? Ask around about Kanchanaburi. The pleasant little town is about four hours by bus, and sits on the River Kwai. Stay in the Jolly Frog Guesthouse for a nice garden.

Bangkok Street Food

You’ll find a great row of street carts with seating one block away from Khao San Road on the temple side of Soi Rambuttri. Turn right at the end of Khao San Road onto the main road, take your first left and walk until Rambuttri bends to the left.

Places to Stay in Bangkok

If Khao San Road isn’t your thing, consider finding a more upscale place in either Sukhumvit or Silom – two slightly more expensive options to Khao San Road. A taxi from Khao San Road will cost around 100 baht.