Three days covers the temples, the markets and a night out
Best time to visit Bangkok
November to February. November to February is the driest and least humid stretch, with rainfall under 50 mm a month and highs of 32 to 34°C.
March to May is the hottest, with highs around 35°C. May to October is the rainy season, and September is the wettest, at about 335 mm.
Typical weather in Bangkok, month by month
33°23°
Jan
34°25°Feb
35°26°Mar
36°27°Apr
35°27°May
34°26°Jun
34°26°Jul
33°26°Aug
33°25°Sep
33°25°Oct
33°25°Nov
32°23°Dec
° usual daytime high° usual night lowrain (taller is wetter, up to 336 mm in the wettest month)best months
Source: 1991–2020 climate normals from the national weather services (for example the Japan Meteorological Agency), as published on Wikipedia. Rounded to whole numbers. Real days vary, so check the forecast before you pack.
How much does a trip to Bangkok cost?
A rough guide to spending per person per day, without international flights. Street food and the metro keep costs low. Air-conditioned hotels and rooftop bars are where the budget goes.
Budget
$30 to $50
per person per day. Dorm or simple room, local food, public transport.
Mid-range
$90 to $130
per person per day. A private hotel room, restaurant meals and a few paid sights.
Rough estimates in US dollars, last checked November 2026. They are our summary of several 2026 travel-cost guides, which differ a lot (hotel choice is most of the gap), and prices change. Split what you spend as you go with Triplanex so nobody loses track.
A 3-day Bangkok itinerary
Famous places, grouped so each day stays in one part of town. Opening times and prices change, so check them before you go.
Day 1: Grand temples
1Grand Palace.The royal complex with Wat Phra Kaew. Cover your shoulders and knees.
2Wat Pho.The giant reclining Buddha, next to the palace.
3Wat Arun.The riverside temple across the water, lovely at sunset.
Day 2: Markets and Chinatown
1Yaowarat (Chinatown).Street food stalls, best from late afternoon.
2Flower Market (Pak Khlong Talat).A busy wholesale flower market by the river.
3Jim Thompson House.A teak house museum in the city centre.
Day 3: Modern Bangkok
1Chatuchak Weekend Market.A huge market, open on weekends.
2Lumphini Park.A green break, with monitor lizards by the lake.
3A rooftop bar at sunset.Views over the skyline to finish the trip.
Three days covers the temples, the markets and a night out. Add days if you want day trips outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?expand_more
November to February. November to February is the driest and least humid stretch, with rainfall under 50 mm a month and highs of 32 to 34°C. March to May is the hottest, with highs around 35°C. May to October is the rainy season, and September is the wettest, at about 335 mm.
How much does a trip to Bangkok cost?expand_more
As a rough guide, about $30 to $50 per person per day on a budget and $90 to $130 per person per day at mid-range, not counting international flights. Street food and the metro keep costs low. Air-conditioned hotels and rooftop bars are where the budget goes. These are estimates from several 2026 travel-cost guides, last checked November 2026.
How do I plan a Bangkok trip with friends?expand_more
Make a free Triplanex trip, invite your friends with a link, and plan each day on a shared map. Everyone can see the itinerary, split costs in any currency and vote on hotels in one place, so nothing gets lost in the group chat.
