The hidden gems of the back streets of this surprisingly safe capital include the myriad of street markets, where in addition to picking up a souvenir, visitors can sample the street food that fuels Bangkok’s smiling population. The remarkable architecture of old Thailand includes the peaks of the Grand Palace, while the temples of the ‘old city’ on Rattanakosin Island are incredible.
Golf is booming around Bangkok, with highlights including the beautiful Lakewood Country Club, and the Thai Country Club, which is a fully fledged professional tour venue. The levels of service are impeccable throughout, underlining the fact that Thailand’s capital is an amazing golf holiday destination.
Since opening in 1996 the course at Thai Country Club has been set up to welcome professional golf tournaments, which it has done on several occasions, a testament to the brilliant maintenance of the course.
The hilly course is bordered by tall trees, flourishing shrubbery and high-grade sand bunkers, all features of what is an immaculately kept course which prides itself on the highest maintenance levels.
This eco friendly track is kept in immaculate condition all year round, with Salam Paspalum used on tees and fairways while ultra-award miniverde grass on the greens, for lightning fast speeds.
The Grand Palace is an absolute must when visiting Bangkok, and is undoubtedly the city’s most famous landmark with its dazzling and spectacular architecture. This incredible palace was built in 1782 and was originally the home for the Thai King.
As the Thonburi khlongs stretch only 6 metres wide, only narrow and small boats can fit through, which is why you will see a lot of colourfully painted long-tail boats, called hang yao, around here. Jump on a tour to explore the incredible canal routes with a guide navigating you around.
For those looking for a lively evening, the Royal City Avenue, more commonly known as RCA, is the main centre for Bangkok’s clubbing scene and an officially designated nightlife zone to guarantee an eventful evening 7 days a week.
Once landing at Bangkok’s International Airport you can take a transfer or car hire to your destination. So take a look at some of the key drive times between the airport, hotel and golf courses.
Drive Times by Car
45 mins
50 mins
1 hr
40 mins
When flying to Bangkok you will be able to get a direct flight from London which makes the travelling experience a lot easier. During the UK summer it can get very humid, so take a look at some of the best times of year to travel and key flight details.
Flights & Weather
11 hrs
Suvarnabhumi Airport
November - March
24 - 34° C