Top Bangkok Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

With gilded temple spires and soaring modern architecture, Bangkok looks at its best seen from the river. Soak up the sights of the city at night, including the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Dawn, on this premium dinner cruise aboard the Sawasdee Chaophraya. As well as a sumptuous buffet dinner, enrich your evening with live music and a traditional Thai dance show.

Leave the big city hustle and bustle behind and get a different perspective on Bangkok by cruising through its peaceful canals. This cruise reveals the colorful local life lived in charming stilt houses and offers incredible views of the city, including a majestic Big Buddha statue. The tour ends at Tha Tien Pier, near the iconic reclining Buddha temple (Wat Pho).

Learn more about Thai culture, history, and spirituality when you tour some of Bangkok’s most important landmarks with the help of a local guide. On this small-group tour, you visit the remarkable Grand Palace and several important temples, including Wat Arun, which is covered in mosaic tiles, getting a far better understanding of local culture than you would if touring independently.

Enjoy sightseeing in Bangkok at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus pass good on the Elephant GoGo Double Decker Bus. With 15 stops, you can explore many of the city’s top attractions, including the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Siam Paragon, Khaosan Road, Patpong Night Market, Giant Swing, and ICONSIAM.

See a side of Bangkok that most travelers don’t get to see as you cruise along the canals of Thonburi. 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.

Whether you’re into relaxing on stylish rooftop bars or tearing up nightclub dancefloors, there’s something for everyone on this guided small-group tour of Bangkok’s bustling nightlife scene. With a guide to show you around, you make your way through the city seamlessly and safely. Enjoy a VIP experience with skip-the-line entry and no additional door charges to worry about.

Experience Bangkok with your personal driver/guide on this flexible door-to-door tour, with a private long-tail boat ride along the river and canals. Tailor-made for first time visitors, hit city signatures including the Grand Palace, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the Temple of the Dawn, and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Entrance fees and boat charter are at your expense, payable in Thai baht cash on the day.

From the gleaming spires of temples and palaces to the edgy angles of modern architecture, Bangkok shows to its best when seen from the water. Experience the glorious colors of the city after dark during this Chao Phraya River cruise on a spacious vessel. Feast on Thai and international favorites as you watch Thai classical dance and soak up the views from the open-air rooftop or air-conditioned lower decks.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ayutthaya is one of Bangkok’s must-sees. Pair it with two other out-of-town attractions that are tough to reach on public transportation during this convenient tour, which covers ground you couldn’t possibly cover independently. Ride a long-tail boat through the canals to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and watch a train pass through Maeklong Railway Market. Upgrade for a private tour with door-to-door round-trip transportation.

Get great views of Bangkok from the indoor and outdoor viewing decks at Mahanakhon SkyWalk, the highest observation deck in Thailand. Enjoy panoramic views as you walk around the indoor observation hall and outdoor observation deck, and check out the dizzying views below the glass floor of The Peak. On the entry way to the SkyWalk, you can also watch multimedia displays about Bangkok.

Make the most of your time and explore Bangkok with your very own tour guide during this full-day private tour. Customize your own itinerary and visit Bangkok’s main attractions and some hidden gems. See the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Wat Traimit, the floating market, and more. Experience Bangkok like a local and discover the best the city has to offer.

Experience two of Bangkok’s most famous traditional markets on this half-day tour. Benefit from a small group size as you ride the train to the Maeklong Railway Market, uniquely situated on a working railway track. After free time for shopping, continue to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and cruise around the stalls on a longtail boat.

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

Visiting an ethical elephant sanctuary from Bangkok or Pattaya can take planning, especially when relying on public transportation. However, this experience simplifies the journey with round-trip transportation included. At the sanctuary, you can observe elephants in a natural setting, learn about their behavior and conservation, and take part in responsible feeding activities too.

Whether you’re pressed for time or just want to get more bang for your buck, enjoy three signature Thai experiences in one dynamic evening on this action-packed tour. Cruise the canals on a classic long-tail boat; feast on street food at a local night market; then see the essential landmarks of Bangkok old town from a tuk-tuk. Your guide provides cultural insights throughout.

Discover the delicious street food of Bangkok on a small-group tour through the capital's backstreets. Sample some of Thailand’s best food such as chicken satay, Thai curries, noodles and more as you stroll through the streets with your guide. Learn about Thai cuisine and culture during this hands-on experience and leave feeling full from at least 15 tastings.

Don’t miss out on visiting the Ayutthaya Historical Park while you’re in Bangkok—book this small-group tour and avoid the larger group tours that take you on 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.

Savor the after-dark pleasures of Bangkok’s legendary street food scene during this evening food and sightseeing excursion by tuk-tuk. Travel aboard one of these iconic 3-wheeled taxis, stopping to sample sizzling roadside favorites such as charcoal-fried noodles. You also experience attractions like the flower market.

Discover the Grand Palace and three of the top temples in Bangkok with a guide who can provide deeper insights into these popular landmarks. Make your way to the meeting point, then explore the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, which houses the Emerald Buddha, before seeing the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and visiting Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn.

Instead of mistakenly visiting a tourist trap, explore Bangkok’s Chinatown on a food tasting tour with a local guide leading the way to local eateries and hidden gems. Try regional favorites such as dumplings, pad thai, fishball noodles, and more, and learn about Thai food culture along the way. Includes stops at both restaurants and street food stalls, for a well-rounded experience.

Rich in culture and with many UNESCO–listed treasures to discover, Bangkok attracts many travelers—but avoiding the tourist trail can be tough. During this private walking tour, visit the city with a local guide and see sides of this bustling Asian capital many people miss. Customize your own itinerary to take in the sites that interest you most. Book a private guide for 2–8 hours with hotel pickup included for convenience.

The ruined city of Ayutthaya was once the capital of Siam. 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.

The golden spires of temples and the Grand Palace are symbols of Bangkok. Bag the city’s most essential historic sights in just half a day on this walking tour, which includes a ferry across the Chao Phraya River. Your guide clues you in on the history and religion that underpins each sight and advises on correct etiquette. Upgrade to include entrance fees.