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Bangkok, Thailand · 7 days itinerary

Bangkok: One Week

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This itinerary covers Bangkok's historic core, modern center, markets and day trips to Ayutthaya and floating markets. Days begin in Rattanakosin and move through adjacent neighborhoods before venturing farther out. The order groups sites by area to limit travel time between stops.

7 daysBangkokAyutthayaMarketsTemplesBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

The Grand Palace and Wat Pho

  1. 8:30RattanakosinSight
  2. 11:30RattanakosinSight
  3. 15:30ThonburiSight
Day 2

Chinatown

  1. 9:30YaowaratSight
  2. 11:00Sampeng LaneYaowaratWalk
  3. 14:00Talat NoiWalk
  4. 18:00YaowaratWalk
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Day 3

Siam and Lumphini

  1. 10:00Pathum WanSight
  2. 13:00RatchaprasongSight
  3. 16:00Pathum WanWalk
Day 4

Markets

  1. 9:00Chatuchak Weekend Market (Saturday or Sunday)ChatuchakSight
  2. 13:00ChatuchakSight
  3. 16:00Pathum WanSight
Day 5

Ayutthaya

  1. 9:00AyutthayaDay trip
  2. 11:00AyutthayaSight
  3. 15:00AyutthayaSight
Day 6

Floating and railway markets

  1. 8:00RatchaburiDay trip
  2. 12:00Maeklong Railway MarketSamut SongkhramSight
Day 7

The old city and canals

  1. 9:00Thonburi canalsThonburiSight
  2. 12:00Museum SiamRattanakosinSight
  3. 16:00Wat SaketPom PrapSight
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Bangkok questions

Is one week enough for Bangkok?

One week covers the main temples, markets and neighborhoods without rushing. Use the BTS, MRT and river boats to move between areas and book floating market tours in advance.

Do I need to book Grand Palace tickets ahead?

Buy tickets on site the same morning, but arrive before 9:00 to avoid long lines. No advance reservations are required for standard entry.

How do I get to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market?

Take a van from Bangkok's Victory Monument or hire a driver for the 90-minute trip. Start early to reach the market by 8:00 and return the same day.

Is Ayutthaya worth a day trip from Bangkok?

Yes, Ayutthaya fits easily as a day trip by train or private driver. Allow six hours on site and return before evening traffic.

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