Thailand's capital where temples, night markets, and vibrant nightlife coexist, and Southeast Asia's largest hub city. Khao San Road's backpacker scene, Sukhumvit's chic rooftop bars, Chinatown's street food, and the Chao Phraya River's waterfront culture all reveal different sides of Bangkok. Affordable Thai massages and low prices make it great value, and from Wat Phra Kaew to Chatuchak Market the sights and flavors never end.
Best Season
The dry season (November-February) is ideal with cooler temperatures and little rain. Afternoon squalls are common in the rainy season (June-October).
Budget
Daily budget approx. KRW 40,000-100,000 (lodging 20,000-50,000, food 10,000-30,000, transport 5,000-10,000)
Transport
Airport Rail Link runs from Suvarnabhumi Airport to downtown in 30 minutes. The BTS Skytrain, MRT subway, and river boats make city travel easy. SIM cards available at the airport (about THB 300-500/week). Cash is essential for street food and markets; shopping malls accept cards. Tipping is optional but small tips are common at restaurants.
Visa
Korean passport holders may enter visa-free for up to 90 days.
Safety
Generally safe, but watch out for tuk-tuk and taxi overcharging, gem scams, and touts near the Grand Palace.
Popular attractions in Bangkok
Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
Thailand's royal guardian temple. Bangkok's top attraction, home to the revered Emerald Buddha.
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Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
A stunning porcelain-decorated temple rising along the Chao Phraya River.
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Chatuchak Weekend Market
The world's largest weekend market and a shopping paradise with over 8,000 stalls.
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Signature food of Bangkok
Pad Thai
🍱 TraditionalThailand's signature stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, egg, and peanuts. About THB 50-150 per serving. Street vendors on Khao San Road and in Chinatown (Yaowarat) are famous.
Tom Yum Goong
🍱 TraditionalA hot and sour Thai soup featuring shrimp and fragrant lemongrass. About THB 100-250 per bowl. Authentic flavors can be found at Thai restaurants in the Sukhumvit and Silom areas.
Mango Sticky Rice
🍰 DessertMango Sticky Rice: ripe mango paired with coconut-drizzled sticky rice, Thailand's signature dessert. About THB 60-150 per serving. Street vendors in Chinatown and Banglamphu are popular.