Two Bangkok Insiders Share Itineraries for a Perfect Day in Town
Ahead of its star turn in HBO’s the White Lotus, the Thai capital is bracing for a tourism rush. Here’s how to enjoy it like a local.
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Welcome to Two Perfect Days, in which we profile two prominent locals on their favorite haunts. Consider it a complement to our obsessively researched Two-Night Minimum city guide series.
When the Capella Bangkok, a lavish, tranquil resort in the heart of the city, took the No. 1 spot on the World’s Best Hotels list in 2024, it cemented a fact that locals have long known: If the Thai capital was once seen as having a seedy reputation, those days are gone. Now Bangkok is one of the world’s most dynamic destinations, thanks in large part to a legion of creatives energizing the design and five-star hospitality scenes.