The Wat Arun temple with its central prang on the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand · 3 days itinerary

Bangkok: Weekend Escape

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This three-day trip covers central Bangkok attractions in sequence. Day one visits the Grand Palace and temples in Rattanakosin and Thonburi. Day two covers Chinatown from Wat Traimit through to Yaowarat Road. Day three takes in Siam sites and Lumphini Park.

3 daysTemplesChinatownSiamBy 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
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Bangkok questions

Is three days enough for Bangkok?

Three days covers the main temples, Chinatown, and one floating market. Start early each day and use river boats to move between Rattanakosin sites.

Do I need to book Grand Palace tickets ahead?

No advance booking is needed; buy tickets at the gate and arrive at opening (8:30) to beat the heat and tour groups. The Grand Palace ticket doesn't include Wat Pho, which has its own entry fee.

How do I get to Damnoen Saduak floating market?

Join a guided tour or take bus 78 from Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal for the 90-minute ride. Arrive by 8 am before tour groups fill the canal.

What is the dress code for Bangkok temples?

Wear long pants or skirts and shirts that cover shoulders at the Grand Palace and Wat Pho. Carry a scarf for quick adjustments at other sites.

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