Bangkok

Lonely Planet Bangkok

Watch the sun set whilst sipping a cocktail at one of Bangkok's rooftop bars, and gear up for a magic night out in Asia's capital of cool

Explore the labyrinthine bustle of Southeast Asia's biggest open-air market as you bargain for everything from silk to spices at Chatuchak Weekend Market

Slurp up a storm over a fragrant bowl of world-class noodles at one of the city's many streetside stalls

Follow the drumbeat to a temple or shrine and delight in traditional lákon gâa bon (shrine dancing)

In This Guide:

Two Bangkok insiders, 720 hours of in-depth research on the ground, 29 detailed maps, 75 bowls of goay deo (noodles) eaten

Luscious color section covering the best of Thai cuisine

Unrivalled coverage of Bangkok's diverse and vibrant nightlife

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