Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Bangkok
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in Bangkok, Thailand — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Sukhumvit.
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Top pick
Sukhumvit
Modern restaurants, hotels, malls — the safest first-time area.
12 km from center
#2
Old Town (Rattanakosin)
Grand Palace, Wat Pho, the historic core.
17 min walk from center
#3
Chinatown (Yaowarat)
Best street food, late-night energy, golden temples.
30 min walk from center
#4
Thonglor / Ekkamai
Hip cafés, craft cocktails, expat-friendly.
9.3 km from center
Getting around
BTS Skytrain + MRT subway reach the modern center; tuk-tuks for short hops; Grab for cars.
Avoid taxis that refuse the meter. Bangkok traffic is brutal 4–7 pm — plan accordingly.