The ultimate 4 day Bangkok itinerary! We have visited Bangkok several times and recently stayed there for over a month and know the city pretty well. Our itinerary is the best that Bangkok has to offer from floating markets to parks to temples

Bangkok, Thailand

4 Day Bangkok Itinerary

Besides air travel, Bangkok is also well-connected by land. The city's extensive train and bus networks offer convenient and affordable options for those traveling domestically.

The primary international gateway is Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), handling a majority of international and long-haul flights. This modern airport connects Bangkok with cities across the globe, making it a hub for travelers coming in from far and wide.

For those traveling from neighboring Asian countries, Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is often the preferred choice. This airport primarily handles flights from other Asian destinations and some domestic routes. It's a popular choice for budget and regional airlines, offering a convenient alternative for travelers within Asia.

By Train: Thailand's railway network is extensive, with regular services to Bangkok from various parts of the country. Train travel offers a scenic and leisurely way to reach the city, with routes passing through picturesque landscapes and rural areas. Bangkok's main railway station, Hua Lamphong, is the central hub for train travel, connecting the city to major destinations like Chiang Mai, Nong Khai, and Hat Yai.

By Bus: For those preferring road travel, buses are a viable option. Bangkok's bus system is comprehensive, with several long-distance bus terminals such as Mo Chit, Ekkamai, and Southern Bus Terminal. These terminals serve routes from all over Thailand, providing frequent services to and from Bangkok.

For ease and convenience, consider booking your transport to Bangkok online. Platforms like 12GoAsia offer a user-friendly way to reserve bus and train tickets, often at competitive prices. This is especially handy for planning your journey in advance and securing your preferred travel dates and times.

Generally however you get to Bangkok it will just be easier to get a taxi (either pre-arranged), or via the Grab app or just from a taxi there to where you are staying.

Start day one of your four day Bangkok itinerary with a boat trip along the Chao Phraya River. The river runs through the heart of the city, and offers great views of some of the city's most iconic landmarks.

If you're on a budget take one of the public boats along the river, which costs just 16 baht per person on the orange line boat. It's easiest to board at Sathorn Pier due to the nearby Saphan Taksin MRT Station, and the orange line boat will take you all the way up to Nonthaburi Pier - passing sights like Wat Arun Temple, Rama VIII Bridge, and more on the way.

The other option is to take a hop on hop off boat trip along the Chao Phraya River, which costs just 150 baht per person. This option allows you to use the boat as many times as you want throughout the day without paying more, and stops at several points of interest along the river - including Wat Arun Temple, the Grand Palace, and Phra Arthit Pier (near the famous Khaosan Road).

Tickets for the hop on hop off boat trip can be booked online through Klook, and in some cases they offer a discount so it works out even cheaper! Booking in advance also saves the hassle of having to buy your ticket in person and means you can pay using card instead of cash.

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If you do get the hop on hop off boat ticket then make sure to disembark at some of the different stops to see the attractions. The only attraction we specifically include on this Bangkok itinerary is Wat Arun, but you should have time to stop elsewhere too if you like.

One spot not to be missed on your Bangkok itinerary is the beautiful Wat Arun temple. It's one of the city's most famous temples, and is a spectacular work of architecture.

Situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the temple towers above its surroundings. The temple's main spire is the focal point at 70 metres tall, and is surrounded by four smaller spires - one in each corner. Each spire is covered in intricate and colourful ceramics and mosaics, which only adds to the temple's beauty.

The ibis Styles Sukhumvit 4 Hotel offers good quality accommodation in an excellent location. It's in one of the most vibrant parts of the city, with lots of restaurants and bars nearby, as well as being 5 minutes walk from Nana BTS Station.

During your visit make sure to climb up the temple's stairs, which gives you a lovely view over the river and parts of Bangkok. Wat Arun is one of the few Buddhist temples that you are actually allowed to climb, so be sure to take this opportunity to do so.

If you are taking the hop on hop off boat then make sure to get off at this stop, and if you opted for the public boat we recommend going further down the river first and then stopping here on your return boat journey.

Your next stop is Lumphini Park, which is one of the nicest green areas in the city. It was the first public park in Thailand and offers a break from Bangkok's busy city streets, making it a lovely place to go for a stroll.

One of the main features of the park is its large artificial lake, which can be seen from the park's many pathways. As you walk around the lake you will get some great views of the contrast between this beautiful green area and the city's high rise buildings in the background.

Lumphini Park is home to some interesting wildlife, most notably large monitor lizards which can be seen sunbathing by the edge of the lake or swimming in its waters. There are also a number of bird species in the park, so keep an eye out as you walk around.

This is one of our favourite spots in Bangkok, as it's a lovely spot to wander along the various pathways or simply sit and take it all in. If you want you can even rent a pedalo to take a boat trip on the park's artificial lake!

Finish off your first day in Bangkok with a trip to the lively Jodd Fairs Night Market. The city is known for its many night markets, which are great places to grab some street food and shop for clothing, souvenirs, and more!

Jodd Fairs Night Market is conveniently located less than a 5 minute walk away from the Phra Ram 9 MRT station. It's home to over 700 different stalls, and there is a range of food on offer including Thai curries, skewered meats, and Korean dishes, as well as a range of other international dishes.

One of the best things about this night market in particular is the large seating area by the bars at the front of the market. It's the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere whilst enjoying some food and a drink or two!

We recommend wandering through the market and then enjoying a few drinks to round off your first day in Bangkok. There is often live music by the front of the market, which adds to the lively atmosphere.

The second day of your four day Bangkok itinerary involves a visit to two of the biggest floating markets in Thailand.

All of your stops on this day are outside of Bangkok itself, so it's easiest to either arrange a taxi for the day or book a tour. A taxi should cost around 2,500 baht for the day (up to 9 hours), but make sure to agree a price in advance.

Make sure this day falls over the weekend due to the floating market only being open then.

Start your day with a visit to the Maeklong Railway Market, which is around an 80 kilometre drive from central Bangkok. This unique market has stalls set up alongside a train track, and so when a train comes through the vendors have to retract their stalls and goods to make way for the train to pass.

It's an impressive sight to see the vendors quickly move their stall shade covers and goods, and it's become almost second nature to them. Trains come through the market a few times a day, and your driver will know what time trains are due so that you can time your visit accordingly.

When there isn't a train passing through, it's a lively and busy market with plenty to offer. As you wander along the train tracks you will see a variety of stalls offering everything from fresh meat and produce to clothing and souvenirs.

Your next stop should be the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, which is around a 20 minute drive away. It's one of the most famous floating markets in Thailand, and as a result does feel quite touristy - but it's still a good spot to visit! Some of the stalls can be a little overpriced due to the market being a popular tourist attraction, so make sure to haggle to get the best possible price.

Situated on the canal of the same name, the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is home to a number of floating stalls. Vendors offer a selection of local dishes and fresh produce from boats along the canal, which can be accessed from walkways along the edge of the canal.

In our experience, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market has the most floating stalls of the floating markets in and around Bangkok. The market looks somewhat like how you would imagine a floating market to look, although this is partly because it's also possible to take boat trips through the market - which adds to the number of boats in the canal!

It's worth taking a boat trip during your visit, and you should expect to pay around 100-200 baht per person for a paddle boat trip, and slightly more if you want to take a motorised boat. If you are quoted much higher than this then you are being ripped off, and unfortunately it's quite common for tourists to be scammed here and tricked into paying excessive amounts for boat trips.

One of the most common ways tourists are scammed is their taxi driver will drop them off a short distance from the market, where boat tours are offered for a much higher price - sometimes up to 3,000 baht. They will assure you this is the price and attempt to trick you into paying for this, and then they will take a commission from the operator if you pay this price.

Amphawa Floating Market is only open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays - so if your second day in Bangkok doesn't fall on one of these days then you may need to switch some of the days round a bit to make this itinerary suit your schedule.

Amphawa Floating Market is less touristy than Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, but is becoming a popular spot to visit. There are less boat stalls at the market, but there is still lots to explore with a number of shops, stalls, and small restaurants located alongside the Mae Klong River.

The Amphawa Floating Market opens from around midday until approximately 9pm, with the market being at its liveliest in the late afternoon and evening. For this reason it's best to make sure the market is the last stop on your day trip, as that way you will see it at its best.

Boat trips are also available at Amphawa Floating Market, with prices starting at around 50 per person to join a group tour or 500 baht for a private boat. If you have the time then you may want to do this, but make sure you leave plenty of time to wander around the stalls of the market itself.

4 Day Bangkok Itinerary

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