How-To: Plan Your Dream Vacation to Bangkok on a Budget

The period of travel is a key factor affecting your overall travel budget. Hence planning to travel during the low season is a prudent decision. Better deals on your flights, tour arrangements and hotels are possible when using the low season for travel.

A few showers may occur on and off during this period, however, by carrying an umbrella and raincoat you can do most of the explorations as done by guests using a Bangkok city hotel.  Despite these short showers sunshine comes through soon after in this tropical country. Furthermore, you can get about easily at tourist attractions and shopping malls as crowds are thinner during this period. There are also possibilities to have special offers happening at shopping malls.

Use smart thinking when selecting the accommodation whether it is a hostel (many hostels are available in Bangkok), a private room with an en-suite bathroom or a hotel property. Many hotels at affordable rates even provide cable TV, Wi-Fi, and air-conditioning.

To keep control of your budget, select the area of your stay. Bangkok has numerous districts with charm and attractions such as Samyan-Siam and Chinatown, Asoke etc. As you check the properties, you will note that some of these are more budget-friendly than other districts. Do a bit of research before finalizing the booking.

Using the efficient and cost-effective public transport in Bangkok makes your travel budget leaner than tuk-tuks and taxis. Therefore, rely on BTS Skytrain and MRT Subway as much as possible when commuting within the city, as your fare depends on the distance you travel. Most of your sightseeing, shopping, and exploring the markets of Bangkok etc. can be done using these.

By using public transport, you put less burden on your wallet whilst getting to your place of interest faster as traffic in Bangkok can be tiresome at peak times. While you enjoy public transport experience a boat ride on the Chao Phraya River to visit places like Wat Pho, Wat Arun, IconSiam Mall etc. as experienced by guests from properties like Pathumwan Princess Hotel. With plenty of seating and affordable rates, this is an excellent chance to get a feel for the local vibes

Enjoying local cuisine is a part of your vacation and Thai cuisine is undoubtedly popular all over the world. Enjoying Thai food just as the locals do is one way of keeping within your budget. Opt for street food stalls and markets for meals whenever you are on the go. There are plenty of them in every district of Bangkok and the food moves fast and is quite tasty and comes at very reasonable prices.

Restaurants offer both Thai and international cuisine, so be mindful when you are ordering international dishes at these restaurants as they will be priced higher. Food Courts are another good option when you are out shopping as they have a variety of Thai dishes at reasonable rates.

While you would undoubtedly select certain attractions to visit with entrance charges, these places listed below are free for the public. Therefore, select the ones that spark an interest in you.

Lumpini Park – A large green space in central Bangkok Lumpini offers vast open spaces, winding paths, and a beautiful lake. Many locals and visitors come for jogging, yoga and exercises here.

Bangkok Flower Market – Opened 24x7 each day this giant warehouse full of blooms is a breathtaking sight to experience, admire the beautiful blooms and capture some IG-worthy images.

Siam Paragon – This gigantic mall is an unmistakable shopping destination in this capital city. However, even if the mall is not on your list of places to visit, exploring it is a memorable experience. With a different theme on each floor, it is a captivating shopping arena. Good for people watching, window shopping and if you are keen, watch a movie at the cinema.