The 13 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 6 guides that rank for "best places to visit in thailand"
Named by 6 of 61. BangkokCentral Thailand, ThailandA mix of Eastern and Western culture, with shopping malls near Buddhist temples.The Grand Palace complex tops the list of sights.Best time to visit Bangkok
Named by 3 of 62. Chiang MaiNorthern Thailand, ThailandA laid-back food hub in the north.The old town is a walled and moated square about 1.5 km on each side.Best time to visit Chiang Mai
5. KrabiAndaman Coast, ThailandOne writer's pick for the full Thai experience: beaches, clear water and food.Easy to get around on foot, with simple tour booking and many food options.
6. Maya BayPhi Phi Islands, ThailandVery crowded, and swimming is not allowed there to protect sharks.Swimming ban as of November 2023, though wading is allowed.
7. SukhothaiCentral Thailand, ThailandRuins of Thailand's first capital, dating to the 13th century, that you can bike through.Picked as the best place for ruins.
8. Ao NangKrabi, ThailandA very long beach with shops, restaurants and night markets close by.
9. Phi Phi IslandsKrabi, ThailandDay tours include snorkeling in very clear water with lots of fish.
10. Railay BeachKrabi, ThailandReachable only by boat.
11. Khao Yai National Park and Khao Sok LakeThailand, ThailandPicked as the best places for nature.
12. Similan IslandsAndaman Coast, ThailandPicked as the best place for beaches.
13. Ko TaoGulf of Thailand, ThailandPicked as the best place for diving.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name November to February as the best time to visit Thailand.
Named by 6 of 61. BangkokA mix of Eastern and Western culture, with shopping malls near Buddhist temples.The Grand Palace complex tops the list of sights.Best time to visit Bangkok
Named by 3 of 62. Chiang MaiA laid-back food hub in the north.The old town is a walled and moated square about 1.5 km on each side.Best time to visit Chiang Mai
Named by 3 of 63. PhuketOne writer calls it the most overrated place in Thailand.A one-hour flight south of Bangkok.Best time to visit PhuketBest beaches in Phuket
