For most travellers, Bangkok is their first port of call not only for Thailand, but for the whole of South-East Asia. It is to Bangkok that special offers on flights most often appear, and thanks to an extensive network of low-cost airlines across Asia, the city serves as an excellent starting point for travelling around the region.

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What’s more, the Thai capital is the ideal starting point for beginners who are just getting to know Asia. Modern Bangkok offers everything you’d expect from a Western lifestyle, whilst in the city centre you’ll be immersed in the atmosphere of exotic far-flung lands, with its many sights, hidden alleyways, markets and street-food stalls.

Let yourself be swept away by this vibrant metropolis, relax with a massage and get in the mood for your onward journey through Asia.

Before you start, have a look at our basic guide to the city in the following articles. 

• 👉 3 days in Bangkok: what to see and what to skip
• 👉 Where to eat and drink in Bangkok: our tips