Things to do in Thailand

Golden temples, floating markets and the best street food in Asia — explore it all with a licensed local guide.

Best timeNov – Feb
Weather25–35°C
Money1 USD ≈ 33 ฿
LanguageThai
Time zoneGMT+7

Travel tips for Thailand

Good to know before you go

  • EntryFill in the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before you fly, and check the visa rules for your passport.
  • Getting aroundThe BTS Skytrain and MRT beat Bangkok traffic. Use Grab or Bolt instead of unmetered taxis.
  • Money & tippingCarry cash for street food and markets. Tipping isn't required; 20–50 baht is appreciated.
  • RespectCover shoulders and knees at temples, take off shoes indoors, and never criticise the royal family.
  • PlugsType A, C and O sockets, 220 V.
  • Watch outIf a stranger says a temple is "closed today" and offers a tuk-tuk ride instead, it’s a scam.

About MyProGuide Thailand

MyProGuide connects travellers with licensed private tour guides across Thailand, from Bangkok's temples and Chiang Mai's mountains to Phuket's beaches.

Choose a private tour with your own itinerary or a budget-friendly join tour, and book online. Every guide is a licensed Thai guide certified by the Department of Tourism.

25 tours from US$7 · Bangkok, Pattaya · guides speak English, Japanese, Chinese · rated 5.0 on Google (624 reviews) · 4.9/5 on Tripadvisor (344 reviews)

  • ·All guides are 100% legally licensed Thai nationals certified by the Department of Tourism.
  • ·Tour packages include guide fees & vehicle transport (except designated walking tours).
  • ·Entrance fees, food, & activity tickets are not included in standard packages but available as add-ons.
  • ·Private tours allow customized itineraries; join tours follow fixed routes and schedules.
  • ·Traveler App group chat and confirmation details activate 1 day before departure for direct guide contact.
  • ·Private Tours: Pickup & drop-off directly at your hotel lobby in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or Phuket.
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