Compare Bangkok holidays

One of the most visited cities in the world, Bangkok is a mesmerising collision of modern and traditional, with glitzy mega-malls and skyscrapers alongside ancient Buddhist temples and colonial-style mansions.

It’s also the place to go to for street food: referred to as the unofficial outdoor dining capital of the world, the city offers a dazzling array of cheap and delicious fare like nowhere else. Be warned though, it’s likely to be super spicy unless you specifically request it less so.

A holiday in Bangkok will likely see you sampling its legendary nightlife. From lively bars along the Khao San and Sukhamvit roads, and the notorious red-light districts dotted around the city, to quirky cocktail bars and glamorous rooftop bars, Bangkok has stacks of great places for drinking and dancing the night away.

Shopping

Bangkok is inundated with shiny malls, department stores and sprawling markets, and even its streets are lined with vendors flogging knock-off designer brands at dirt-cheap prices. Chatuchak Weekend Market (or JJ as it’s sometimes known) is a must-see. Prepare to spend at least half a day there, and you may come home with a whole new wardrobe.

Huge upmarket malls like MBK, Siam Paragon, Emporium Mall, and CentralWorld are designed to tempt you into a holiday spending frenzy.