Bangkok Quick link guide
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Simply looking for a link we mentioned in the video? Or perhaps in a rush and don’t have time to check out the full guide or video? Check out a list of all links mentioned our videos and guide below!
OUR BANGKOK RESOURCES
Bangkok Travel Guide - All our Bangkok videos and written guide in one place! Including tips on where to stay, what to do and more!
Free Bangkok Google Maps Guide - Save yourself hours of travel planning and access our map including places to see, top rated hotels & guesthouses and so much more.
TIPS & TRICKS
VISA - Check if you need a visa for visiting Thailand.
VPN - Don’t forget to get a VPN to protect your data during your trip, especially if you are logging in to multiple wifi networks.
Wise Travel Card - Our favourite travel debit card. Keep your regular bank accounts safe and use this card to buy groceries, order a Grab or pay for your hotel. Easily keep track of your balance and instantly freeze your card should it get compromised.
Klook €5 Signup Discount - Sign up for Klook to get a sim card, plan activities or even transport, with this link you will get a one time €5 discount if you signup!
Emergency Numbers Thailand - Thailand has multiple emergency numbers, save these in your phone for your trip.
ACCOMMODATION WE STAYED AT
Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn - Located centrally with direct connection via bridge to the skytrain. One of the most popular hotels in Bangkok, we loved our stay here.
Amara Bangkok Hotel - Centrally located, walking distance from MRT and skytrain. Beautiful rooftop pool with a stunning view and modern rooms.
Seekers Finders Rama IV - Located close to the MRT, a bit from all the sights but great value for money. Spacious, clean and a great option for those on a smaller budget.
Airport Hotel - Connected to the Don Muang Airport by bridge. Great location, kind staff and great for an early flight out or a late arrival flight!
TOP RATED TOURS & ACTIVITIES
Grand Palace & Temple Tour - Join a tour to see some of Bangkok’s most famous sights including the grand palace and other optional temples!
Floating & Railway Market - Private and group tours to the famous railway market and Damnoen Saduak floating market
Explore Bangkok by Bicycle - See a whole new side of Bangkok by exploring the city by bicycle, this one is definitely still on our bucket list.
Green Lung Bicycle Tour - Explore Bangkok’s green lung by bicycle and see a whole new side of the city!
Hop on Hop Off Boat - Buy tickets for Bangkok’s hop on hop off boat!
Dinner Cruise - Enjoy a dinner while admiring the cities iconic sights at night on a dinner cruise!
Tuk Tuk Markets & Food Tour - Explore Bangkok with this tuk tuk markets and food tour!
Michelin Guide Tuk Tuk Food Tour - Hop in a tuktuk and explore China Town’s street food mentioned in the Michelin guide.
Cooking Class - Love to cook? Join a Thai cooking class!
King Power Sky Walk - Enjoy an amazing view over the city from the highest viewpoint in Bangkok and possibly the best sunset spot in the city.
Erawan Temple & Ancient City - Leave the city to explore other sights such the Erawan Temple and the Ancient city!
GETTING AROUND BANGKOK
Rabbit Card for Skytrain - Useful for those planning on using the Skytrain a lot during their trip. Top up and avoid the lines during rush hour.
One Day Card for Skytrain - One day unlimited card instead of top up card, specifically for the Skytrain.
Suvarnabhumi Airport Transfer - Want to avoid the hassle of finding a taxi? Book an airport transfer in advance!
MUST PACK ITEMS
Power Adapter - Make sure you are able to charge your devices by bringing a power adapter.
Insect Repellent - If there is one item you cannot go without when backpacking Southeast Asia then it is insect repellent.
Sun Screen - While Bangkok has quite some cloudy and rainy days, when the sun does shine it is very easy to get a sun burn!
Rain Gear - It might be nice to pack a windproof and sturdy travel umbrella, a dry bag for your electronics or other preferred rain gear to stay dry-ish during these down pours!
Sim Card (8 days | 15 GB) - Short trip? Get a sim card in advance that will be ready for you to be picked up upon arrival.
USEFUL APPS
Xe.com - Easily convert from Thai Baht to your local currency on the go (internet needed) to see exactly how much you are paying.
Google Translate - Available for both Android and iPhones. We had no trouble using English but always good to have.
Google Maps - Available for both Android and iPhones. Useful for getting around town and seeing public transport schedules.
Grab - The Uber of Southeast Asia. Order a GrabTaxi or even food!
FoodPanda - Don’t feel like going out? Pick from hundreds of restaurants to get delivered to your hotel.
Free Bangkok Map Guide for Google Maps!
Planning a trip to Bangkok and prefer to have all sights as mentioned in this guide on an easy to read map? Click on the link down below to check out our Bangkok travel map for Google Maps! On this map we have shared all places we visited as well other things that might be useful for planning your trip such as top rated hotels and tours!
Click on the link below to open it in your web browser or directly on your phone with the Google Maps app!
Please note that links in the pin descriptions are not clickable on the Google Maps app on iPhones/iPads due to limitations of the app. You can access the links by opening the link in your mobile or laptop web browser instead or by taking a screenshot of the pin description and copying the link through the photos app!