Top Bangkok Day Trips

The ruined city of Ayutthaya was once the most important and powerful place in Thailand. Travelers interested in Thai culture and history, as well as Buddhism, will love this day tour. Visit some of Ayutthaya’s must-see sights, including temples, palaces, and enormous Buddha statues. This organized tour is an easy way to visit Ayutthaya, as it will save you the hassle of catching buses or trains.

Don’t miss out on visiting the Ayutthaya Historical Park while you’re in Bangkok—book this small-group tour ahead of time and avoid the larger group tours that take you on the full-day trip in a crowded bus. This small-group tour is limited to just nine travelers, and it allows you to connect with other like-minded people on your journey. Plus, you’ll get a full day to explore the main highlights of the park with your guide.

Get out of busy Bangkok for the day and enjoy a range of active and relaxed beach activities in Pattaya and nearby Coral Island (Koh Larn). Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour (max. 9) and avoid the hustle of large guided tours. You can choose to swim, snorkel, play beach sports, or simply relax at these beach destinations.

Get out of Bangkok for the day and enjoy a full day in the Kanchanaburi area, visiting a range of natural and historic attractions. Learn about elephants at a rescue center, visit the beautiful Erawan Waterfall (and even cool off with a swim, if you like), venture into Krasae Cave, aka the Cave of the Buddha, and learn more about World War II in Thailand at the notorious Death Railway.

See a side of Bangkok that most travelers don’t get to see as you cruise along the city’s canal ways. Set sail along the klong (canals) of the Chao Phraya River in a traditional longtail boat and enjoy a glimpse of local life in the Thonburi district of Bangkok. Enjoy up to two hours on the water and stop to visit Baan Silapin (The Artist’s House) and Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen.

Leave the busy streets of Bangkok behind and make the journey to Khao Yai National Park with this full-day tour. As one of Thailand's oldest and beloved national parks, Khao Yai is a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. A vast landscape, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers mountainous views and provides the chance to encounter native wildlife up close.

Experience the magic of Bangkok at night on this after dark temples, markets, and food tuk-tuk tour. Your evening adventure begins with a tuk-tuk ride around Bangkok, seeing the way the city lights illuminate ancient temples and modern skyscrapers against the night sky. Along the way, you'll visit markets and palaces, explore the bustling streets of Chinatown, and feast on street food, while learning about the city from your local guide.

Combine a visit from Bangkok to Ayutthaya—the UNESCO-listed ancient capital of Siam—with a riverboat trip on the Chao Phraya River. An informative guide highlights Thailand’s fascinating history as you explore Ayutthaya temples, stone ruins and Buddha statues in the old capital of Thailand, which was ransacked by invading Burmese in the 18th century. This full-day tour includes lunch and returns you to Bangkok by boat.

Visit the vibrant DANONE Sadak floating market and the Maeklong Railway Market in one day with this tour. Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere, capture photos, indulge in delicious food, and get a glimpse of local Thai life. Discover DANONE Sadak, a popular floating market, and then venture to Talad Rom Hoop. Prepare to be amazed as the market sits right on the railway track, and shopkeepers swiftly retract their awnings to make way for the passing trains.

This customizable private tour showcases the best of Bangkok and beyond. Follow your personal guide through some of the city's top attractions, including Wat Arun Grand Palace, and the Floating Market. Explore some of Bangkok's most vibrant neighborhoods, sample local cuisine (own expense), and wander the shops and sites with a local who offers insight and information along the way.

Ayutthaya—Thailand’s former capital city—is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's famous for its impressive temple ruins. With this small-group tour, there’s no need to do any research as a guide shows you around the city’s most impressive sites. Along the way, tick off the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, and Wat Mahathat—with fascinating commentary throughout.

Explore the ancient capital of Siam, Ayutthaya, nowa UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day guided tour from Bangkok with a small group of just 11 people. Visit the ornate Bang Pa In Palace, also known as the Summer Palace, and five different temples, with an English speaking guide to provide deeper insights.

Experience the daily goings-on of the Damnoen Saduak floating market and the MaeKlong railway market with a dedicated guide on this private tour from Bangkok. Learn about the markets' history, origins, and current iterations through insightful commentary and take a long-tail boat tour on the canal. Taste some traditional Thai desserts and get free time to shop. Round-trip private transportation from Bangkok hotels is included.

Discover the best that Bangkok has to offer on this full-day private tour of the city. Visit all of the must-see attractions such as the Grand Palace, Chinatown, the vibrant flower market, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and much more. Learn about the city’s rich history, religion, and culture from your informative guide as you drive around Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Immerse yourself in the history of World War II during this tour to the Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok, with shared and private options. Listen to in-depth guided commentary that tells the history of the bridge itself, and learn more about the events surrounding the POWs by visiting a war museum and a POW cemetery. Additionally, you’ll ride along the tracks of the Death Railway, walk across the bridge itself, and take a long-tailed speedboat ride on the river.

Those in search of an experience that seamlessly incorporates history and culture can enjoy this trop to the Lobur Monkey Temple and Ayutthaya from Bangkok. Explore the historical temples of Ayutthaya, a kingdom that thrived from 1350 to 1767, and then venture to Lobur, one of Thailand's oldest cities with a rich heritage dating back many centuries. Plus, visit the Monkey Temple before heading back to Bangkok.

Journey back in time on this small-group tour from Bangkok to the River Kwai. Visit to the infamous bridge built by Allied prisoners of war during World War II, as well as a war cemetery containing the graves of those who died while building the bridge and the notorious Death Railway. See a replica of a prisoner of war camp then embark on a train journey along a stretch of the -Death Railway.

Learn about how World War II played out in Thailand with this day tour to Kanchanaburi, led by an English-speaking guide You'll learn about the Death Railway that was built in the early 1940s at the JEATH War Museum and pay a visit to the famed bridge that crosses over the River Kwai. You'll also pay a visit to Erawan National Park, where you'll see the 7-tiered Erawan Waterfalls.

Bangkok is full of beautiful temples, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of which to visit first. This convenient city tour visits three must-see temples—Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun—as well as other city sights such as markets and ethnic minority neighborhoods. This is a great tour for first-time visitors to Bangkok as you’ll learn all about the culture and religion of Thailand.

Bangkok’s floating markets are famous for their variety of products, sold across long boats jostling for room in a tropical canal. This tour takes you along the river in an elegant long-tailed boat, stopping to explore a village on stilts and a fruit plantation. See a delectable brown-sugar dessert made by a Thai family, going beyond commercial interactions and into the lives of local people.

Take a break from the crowds in Bangkok and embark on this full-day tour to Kanchanaburi province. Discover the gripping history of the Death Railway while immersing yourself in the natural beauty of this destination. Explore the JEATH Museum, marvel at the bridge on the River Kwai, and view the waterfalls of Erawan National Park. This tour combines history and nature, making it a great day trip.

One of the most popular excursions from Bangkok city. Discover two of Thailand's most famous and lively markets on this guided day tour from Bangkok. Explore the iconic Railway Market and take a boat ride through the colorful Floating Market. Explore the Maeklong Train Market and then take a boat ride to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. End the visit at the modern Iconsiam shopping center and enjoy the magical spectacle of the fountains of lights and colors. During the visit you will discover the famous and picturesque Maeklong Train Market, you will enjoy a ride on the typical long stern boat along the canals of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You will have the opportunity to taste the different flavors of traditional Thai food at the street stalls and end the visit at the modern Iconsiam shopping center where you can enjoy the spectacle of colorful fountains.

The Siamese capital of Ayutthaya is one of Thailand’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sites and visiting on a private tour means you can explore the ancient marvel in your own time. This full-day tour from Bangkok combines a visit to Ayutthaya with a stop at Wat Lokayasutharam, a tour of Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, and a delicious Thai lunch at a local restaurant, and more.