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4 days in Bangkok

A realistic day-by-day plan with start times, how long to allow, and travel estimates between stops.

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This 4-day plan covers Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Street Food Tour, Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise and more. It starts around 9am, keeps two main things per day with a proper lunch, and leaves the evening for food or a show. Travel times are estimates from the distance between stops.

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Day 1

Grand Palace, Wat Pho & more

  1. 09:00

    Grand Palace & Wat Pho

    3 h

    The dress code is strictly enforced, and the Grand Palace can close for ceremonies. Ignore strangers who say it is closed.

  2. 12:30

    Lunch

    Walk a couple of streets away from the main sight – prices drop and quality rises.

  3. 14:00

    ↓ About 6 min on foot

    Wat Pho & Wat Arun

    3 h

    Dress modestly. Take a cross-river ferry for a few baht.

  4. 19:00

    ↓ About 10 min by metro or taxi

    Street Food Tour

    3 h

    Go after dark, bring small notes and be ready for spice. Ask for 'mai phet' if you want it milder.

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Day 2

Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise

  1. 09:00

    Morning in Rattanakosin (Old City)

    Temples and the Grand Palace, with guesthouses and river views.

  2. 12:30

    Lunch

    Walk a couple of streets away from the main sight – prices drop and quality rises.

  3. 14:00

    Afternoon in Sukhumvit

    Skytrain-linked, with malls, restaurants and rooftop bars.

  4. 19:00

    Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise

    1 h 30 min

    Choose a smaller boat if you can, since big boats are crowded and loud. Dinner buffets vary in quality.

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Day 3

Day trip: Floating Market

  1. 08:30

    Floating Market & Railway Market

    Full day

    Go early, because the floating market is crowded by mid-morning. Some floating markets are mostly for tourists, so check which one your tour visits.

  2. 19:00

    Evening back in Bangkok

    Dinner near your hotel. After a full day out, keep the evening easy.

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Day 4

Day trip: Ayutthaya Ancient City

  1. 08:30

    Ayutthaya Ancient City

    Full day

    It is very hot, so bring water and a hat. The sites are spread out, so some form of transport is needed.

  2. 19:00

    Evening back in Bangkok

    Dinner near your hotel. After a full day out, keep the evening easy.

The route on a map

Pins follow the order of the plan. Click a pin for details.

Best time to visit Bangkok

Pick the month that suits your weather and crowd tolerance. These are broad seasonal patterns, not forecasts.

  1. Jan
    Warm
    Crowds: peak
  2. Feb
    Warm
    Crowds: peak
  3. Mar
    Hot
    Crowds: peak
  4. Apr
    Hot
    Crowds: busy
  5. May
    Wet season
    Crowds: busy
  6. Jun
    Wet season
    Crowds: quiet
  7. Jul
    Wet season
    Crowds: quiet
  8. Aug
    Wet season
    Crowds: quiet
  9. Sep
    Wet season
    Crowds: busy
  10. Oct
    Wet season
    Crowds: busy
  11. Nov
    Warm
    Crowds: peak
  12. Dec
    Warm
    Crowds: peak

Best months Peak crowds and harsh weatherBars show how busy it is: taller means more visitors.

4-day Bangkok questions

Is 4 days enough for Bangkok?

Three to four days. This plan fits the main sights into 4 days at a comfortable pace, with a lunch break each day.

Can I change the order of the days?

Yes. Group days by neighbourhood if your hotel is far from a sight, and swap any day if opening hours (many museums close one day a week) or the weather requires it.

What should I book before I go?

Book Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Floating Market first – they use timed entry or sell out.