Lonely Planet Pocket Bangkok

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Bangkok - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Bangkok's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From devouring delicious dishes at one of Bangkok's best under-the-radar street food destinations: Th Convent, to marvelling at one of Thailand's largest Buddhas in Wat Suthat, and booking a fun free tour at the Museum of Counterfeit Goods.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's PocketBangkok travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days 
• Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Bangkok with ease 
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Wat Pho, Thanon Khao San, and Kamthieng House
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions 
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights 
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Bangkok's best kept secrets and rising trends 
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance 
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Bangkok
• Covers: Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi; Banglamphu; Chinatown; Siam Square, Pratunam, Phloen Chit & Ratchathewil; Riverside, Silom & Lumphini; Thanon Sukhumvit

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Bangkok.