Bangkok trip cost estimate
A high-energy city combining ornate temples, lively markets, rooftop dining, and some of Southeast Asia’s best street food.
Daily budget baseline: $40 USD. Food-focused city travel on a flexible budget
Top attractions
- 1. Grand Palace — Ornate royal complex and a must-see historic site.
- 2. Wat Arun — Riverside temple with striking porcelain-covered spires.
- 3. Chatuchak Weekend Market — Enormous market for crafts, clothes, and snacks.
- 4. Chao Phraya River — Ferry hops between old-town temples and neighborhoods.
- 5. Yaowarat Road — Chinatown street-food strip that comes alive after dark.
Must-try dishes
- Pad Thai — Stir-fried noodles with tamarind and peanuts. (avg $3.00)
- Mango sticky rice — Sweet coconut rice with ripe mango. (avg $2.50)