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Guide to Bangkok

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When to Go

The ideal time to visit is from November to February. Avoid the sweltering summer rainy season.

Getting Around

Skip city traffic by using the SkyTrain, or BTS, which runs through Bangkok on two lines. The MRT (a new underground rail system) also makes central downtown stops.

Where to Stay

The Eugenia

Four Seasons Hotel

Grand Millennium Sukhumvit Bangkok

Ma Du Zi

The Oriental

Peninsula Bangkok

Sukhothai

Where to Eat

Arharn Pa Lerd Rod

China House

ISAO

Long Table

Restaurant at Ma Du Zi

Ruen Mallika

Som Tam Nua

Where to Shop

Geo

Siam Paragon mall

THANNnative

Where to Go Out

Bed Supperclub

Nest

Tapas Room Club

Winter

What to See and Do

Divana Massage & Spa

Lak Muang (City Pillar Shrine)

Thailand Cultural Centre

Wat Suthat temple

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