Things to Do

Things to Do in Thailand

There are 479 attractions in Thailand. Wat Arun, riverside 'temple of dawn' with a towering porcelain-clad spire, is the most popular.

Most Popular By Name
Wat Arun
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Wat Arun
Riverside 'Temple of Dawn' with a towering porcelain-clad spire
Temple
Grand Palace
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Grand Palace
Royal palace complex and royal ceremonial site
Palace
Wat Pho
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Wat Pho
Historic Bangkok temple housing reclining Buddha and massage school
Temple
Wat Phra Kaew
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Wat Phra Kaew
Thailand's sacred temple housing the Emerald Buddha
Temple
Phi Phi Islands
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Phi Phi Islands
Tropical limestone islands famed for clear waters
Islands
Doi Suthep-Pui National Park
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Doi Suthep-Pui National Park
Mountain national park with sacred temple and viewpoints
Park
Ayutthaya Historical Park
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Ayutthaya Historical Park
Ruined medieval capital with Buddhist temple remains
Ruins
Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Towns
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Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Towns
Ancient capital complex with Khmer-influenced temple ruins
Historical Site
Railay Beach
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Railay Beach
Scenic limestone-cliff beach popular with rock climbers
Beach
Wat Rong Khun
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Wat Rong Khun
Contemporary white Buddhist temple featuring intricate sculptures
Temple
Khao Sok National Park
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Khao Sok National Park
Ancient rainforest park with limestone karsts and lake
Park
Erawan National Park
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Erawan National Park
National park famous for multi-tiered turquoise waterfalls
Park
Similan Islands
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Similan Islands
Protected marine park renowned for diving and coral reefs
Islands
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Hilltop temple overlooking Chiang Mai city
Temple
Khao Phing Kan
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Khao Phing Kan
Island famous for dramatic limestone karsts in Phang Nga
Island
Khao Yai National Park
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Khao Yai National Park
Large protected area with forests and wildlife
Park
Doi Inthanon
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Doi Inthanon
Thailand's highest peak with cloud forest ecosystems
Mountain
Jim Thompson House
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Jim Thompson House
Museum of Thai silk entrepreneur in traditional teak house
Museum
Phimai Historical Park
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Phimai Historical Park
Khmer temple complex predating Angkor, in northeastern Thailand
Archaeological Site
Phanom Rung Historical Park
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Phanom Rung Historical Park
Hilltop Khmer sanctuary built on extinct volcano
Archaeological Site
Ko Tao
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Ko Tao
Small island renowned for scuba diving certifications
Island
Ko Samui
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Ko Samui
Thai island resort known for beaches and coconut palms
Island
Golden Triangle
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Golden Triangle
River confluence region bordering Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar
Historical Site
Ban Chiang
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Ban Chiang
Archaeological site with prehistoric Bronze Age artifacts
Archaeological Site
Ko Chang
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Ko Chang
Large Thai island with beaches, rainforests, and reefs
Island
Sukhothai Historical Park
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Sukhothai Historical Park
Ruined capital complex with early Thai temples and statues
Historical Site
Kaeng Krachan National Park
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Kaeng Krachan National Park
Thailand's largest national park, rich in biodiversity
Park
Khorat Plateau
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Khorat Plateau
Extensive plateau in northeastern Thailand, agricultural region
Plateau
Ko Samet
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Ko Samet
Popular Thai island known for white sand beaches
Island
Songkhla Lake
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Songkhla Lake
Large coastal lagoon in southern Thailand with fisheries
Lake
Wat Benchamabophit
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Wat Benchamabophit
Bangkok marble temple exemplifying Thai Buddhist architecture
Religious Site
Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
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Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
Coastal national park with limestone cliffs and wetlands
Park
Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary
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Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary
Extensive Thai wildlife sanctuary and UNESCO biosphere reserve
Reservation
Bangkok National Museum
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Bangkok National Museum
Thailand's primary museum displaying national art and history
Museum
Doi Nang Non
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Doi Nang Non
Karst ridge shaped like a sleeping woman peak
Mountain
Great Buddha of Thailand
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Great Buddha of Thailand
Colossal seated Buddha statue in Ang Thong province
Monument
Khaosan Road
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Khaosan Road
Busy Bangkok street famed for backpacker nightlife and markets
Stream
Chiang Mai University
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Chiang Mai University
Major northern Thai university with hilltop campus
University
Ko Lan
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Ko Lan
Small Thai island near Pattaya known for beaches
Island
Lumphini Park
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Lumphini Park
Central Bangkok park offering lakes, jogging, recreation
Park
Si Satchanalai Historical Park
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Si Satchanalai Historical Park
Archaeological park preserving Sukhothai-era temple ruins
Historical Site
Chatuchak Weekend Market
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Chatuchak Weekend Market
Huge Bangkok weekend market selling varied goods and food
Area
Democracy Monument
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Democracy Monument
Bangkok monument commemorating Thailand's 1932 constitutional revolution
Monument
Ao Phang Nga National Park
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Ao Phang Nga National Park
Marine park with dramatic limestone karsts and islands
Park
Erawan Shrine
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Erawan Shrine
Popular Bangkok shrine revered for good fortune
Religious Site
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Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park
Archaeological park preserving medieval Thai temples and walls
Historical Site
Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
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Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
Marine national park of islands and limestone karsts
Park
Si Thep historical park
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Si Thep historical park
Ancient Khmer archaeological park with Khmer and Dvaravati ruins
Historical Site
Wat Phra Si Sanphet
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Wat Phra Si Sanphet
Historic Ayutthaya temple with prominent chedi ruins
Temple
Ko Kut
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Ko Kut
Remote Thai island in Trat with quiet beaches
Island
Ko Lipe
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Ko Lipe
Small Andaman Sea island popular for snorkeling and diving
Island
Ko Mak
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Ko Mak
Quiet island in Trat known for coconut plantations
Island
Ko Phi Phi Don
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Ko Phi Phi Don
Largest Phi Phi island with beaches and resorts
Island
Ko Phi Phi Le
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Ko Phi Phi Le
Smaller Phi Phi island with Maya Bay limestone cliffs
Island
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Wat Ratchanatdaram
Bangkok Buddhist temple featuring multi-tiered metal Loha Prasat spire
Temple
Sangkhla Buri
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Sangkhla Buri
Riverside town with iconic wooden bridge near Burmese border
Historical Site
Three Pagodas Pass
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Three Pagodas Pass
Border pass between Thailand and Myanmar marked by pagodas
Pass
Vimanmek Teak Mansion
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Vimanmek Teak Mansion
Grand teak royal mansion and former palace museum
Palace
Wat Saket
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Wat Saket
Historic Bangkok temple atop a man-made golden hill
Religious Site
Wat Pha Luangta Maha Bua
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Wat Pha Luangta Maha Bua
Forest monastery in Kanchanaburi led by famed monk
Religious Site
Wat Suthat
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Wat Suthat
Historic Bangkok temple housing giant bronze Buddha and swing
Religious Site
Chang Arena
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Chang Arena
Modern football stadium in Buriram province
Stadium
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Wat Traimit
Buddhist temple in Bangkok housing the Golden Buddha
Temple
Dusit Palace
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Dusit Palace
Royal palace complex in Bangkok with governmental history
Palace
Wat Chedi Luang
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Wat Chedi Luang
Significant Chiang Mai temple with large ruined chedi
Temple
Wat Mahathat (Ayutthaya)
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Wat Mahathat (Ayutthaya)
Ayutthaya temple ruins famed for Buddha head entwined roots
Temple
Assumption Cathedral
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Assumption Cathedral
Prominent Roman Catholic cathedral in Bangkok's historic quarter
Church
Chitralada Royal Villa
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Chitralada Royal Villa
Royal residence in Bangkok, Thai monarchy's former home
Palace
Pang Mapha
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Pang Mapha
District famed for limestone caves and hill scenery
Historical Site
Phu Phra Bat Historical Park
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Phu Phra Bat Historical Park
Park of strange rock formations and ancient shrines
Historical Site
Phuket Giant Buddha
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Phuket Giant Buddha
Massive hilltop Buddha statue overlooking Phuket
Monument
Sanam Luang
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Sanam Luang
Historic royal ceremonial square near Grand Palace
Plaza
Rajamangala Stadium
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Rajamangala Stadium
Thailand's national stadium hosting football and large events
Stadium
Victory Monument (Bangkok)
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Victory Monument (Bangkok)
Prominent Bangkok roundabout monument honoring World War I veterans
Monument
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
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Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Ayutthaya-era Buddhist temple complex with Khmer-style prangs
Religious Site
Wat Phra Sing
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Wat Phra Sing
Lanna-style Chiang Mai temple housing revered Buddha image
Temple
Lumpinee Boxing Stadium
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Lumpinee Boxing Stadium
Iconic Bangkok stadium for professional Muay Thai
Stadium
Bueng Boraphet
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Bueng Boraphet
Largest freshwater lake in central Thailand, birdlife haven
Lake
Doi Inthanon National Park
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Doi Inthanon National Park
Thailand's highest mountain within biodiverse national park
Park
Dusit Zoo
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Dusit Zoo
Urban zoo in Bangkok previously housing diverse animals
Museum
Ko Phuket
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Ko Phuket
Southern Thai island district centred on Phuket Island
Island
Phra Pathommachedi
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Phra Pathommachedi
Largest Buddhist stupa in Thailand, significant pilgrimage site
Religious Site
Sanctuary of Truth
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Sanctuary of Truth
All-wood temple in Pattaya covered with intricate carvings
Park
Tarutao National Park
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Tarutao National Park
Remote Thai marine park of limestone islands
Park
Bhumibol Dam
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Bhumibol Dam
Major hydroelectric dam on Thailand's Ping River
Dam
Mu Ko Surin National Park
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Mu Ko Surin National Park
Thai marine park of islands, coral reefs, snorkeling
Park
Suphachalasai Stadium
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Suphachalasai Stadium
Historic Bangkok stadium hosting athletics and football matches
Stadium
Chiang Mai Zoo
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Chiang Mai Zoo
Large northern Thai zoo with panda exhibits
Zoo
Doi Khun Tan National Park
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Doi Khun Tan National Park
Thai national park featuring Khun Tan mountain and forests
Park
Ko Lanta Yai
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Ko Lanta Yai
Large Krabi island known for beaches and diving
Island
Ko Poda
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Ko Poda
Small limestone islet popular for snorkeling and beaches
Island
Op Luang National Park
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Op Luang National Park
Thai national park featuring canyon and waterfalls
Park
Phayao Lake
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Phayao Lake
Scenic northern Thai lake with riverside temples
Lake
Prasat Sikhoraphum
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Prasat Sikhoraphum
11th-century Khmer temple with intricate sandstone carvings.
Temple
Rajadamnern Stadium
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Rajadamnern Stadium
Historic Bangkok stadium hosting professional Muay Thai bouts
Stadium
Sai Yok National Park
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Sai Yok National Park
National park in Kanchanaburi with waterfalls and caves
Park
Thammasat Stadium
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Thammasat Stadium
Multi-purpose stadium at Thammasat University near Bangkok
Stadium
Talo Mano Mosque
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Talo Mano Mosque
Historic mosque in Narathiwat province's Talo Mano area
Mosque
Tham Luang Nang Non
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Tham Luang Nang Non
Limestone cave complex famous for 2018 rescue
Cave
Wat Chiang Man
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Wat Chiang Man
Oldest Chiang Mai temple, houses historic Buddha images
Temple