Golden temples, river boats and night markets, the classic start to a Thailand trip. Here's what Bangkok is like with the family and when to go.
Fill in the Thailand Digital Arrival Card online before you land. Check entry rules on GOV.UK before you book.
November to February is the coolest and driest time. March to May is very hot, and mid-April brings Songkran, a huge citywide water fight. June to October is rainy, but showers are usually short and prices lower.
Glittering temples and the Emerald Buddha. Cover shoulders and knees.
The Temple of Dawn, decorated with china, just across the river.
The orange-flag Chao Phraya boats are a cheap, breezy way to see the city.
Paddle boats and big monitor lizards wandering about.
A huge weekend market with thousands of stalls and lots of snacks.
A big aquarium in a shopping mall, good for a hot afternoon.
Yes, as part of a Thailand trip. Children are welcomed everywhere, and the food is great. Use the Skytrain and river boats to avoid the traffic.
Three or four nights, then head to the islands or Chiang Mai for the rest of a two-week trip.
No, British passport holders can visit for a holiday without a visa, but must fill in the digital arrival card online. Check GOV.UK for the current rules, as Thailand has been reviewing them.
Generally, yes. Pick busy stalls where food is cooked fresh in front of you, and drink bottled water.
Put Bangkok on standby with everyone's other ideas. You each spread your points in secret, get one veto, and the draw picks where you go.