Thailand

Thailand is a Southeast Asian nation of golden temples, tropical islands, and bustling street food culture.

Did you know... Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been colonized by a European power?

Explore 20 cities and find local places in Thailand.

Interesting cities in Thailand

Pick a city to see what is worth visiting, what is new, and where locals eat, stay and go out.

Bangkok

Bangkok is Thailand's electric capital, where golden temples meet bustling markets and street food.

Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a laid-back northern city of moated old temples and surrounding misty mountains.

Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai is famed for its striking White Temple and proximity to the Golden Triangle.

Ayutthaya

Ayutthaya is a UNESCO ruined ancient capital of crumbling temple spires and stone Buddha heads.

Sukhothai

Sukhothai is Thailand's first capital, its historical park filled with serene Buddhist ruins.

Kanchanaburi

Kanchanaburi is home to the famous Bridge over the River Kwai and lush jungle waterfalls.

Pattaya

Pattaya is a lively beach resort city known for nightlife and watersports.

Hua Hin

Hua Hin is a relaxed royal beach town with night markets and golf courses.

Phuket

Phuket is Thailand's largest island, famed for white beaches and vibrant nightlife.

Krabi

Krabi is known for its dramatic limestone cliffs rising from emerald Andaman waters.

Ko Samui

Ko Samui is a palm-fringed island known for upscale resorts and full moon parties nearby.

Ko Phi Phi

Ko Phi Phi is a stunning island famed for its dramatic cliffs and turquoise lagoon.

Phang Nga

Phang Nga Bay is famous for its surreal limestone karsts rising from emerald waters.

Surat Thani

Surat Thani is the gateway to the Gulf of Thailand's island chain.

Nakhon Ratchasima

Nakhon Ratchasima, or Khorat, is gateway to Khao Yai National Park's wilderness.

Udon Thani

Udon Thani is a northeastern city near ancient Ban Chiang archaeological sites.

Pai

Pai is a bohemian mountain town beloved for its laid-back hippie atmosphere and hot springs.

Khon Kaen

Khon Kaen is a major Isan city known for its lake park and regional cuisine.

Trang

Trang is a relaxed southern gateway to pristine nearby islands and beaches.

Ko Tao

Ko Tao is a small island famed as one of the world's top affordable diving destinations.

Find locals in Thailand

Find local restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shops, activities and services in Thailand, added by the businesses themselves.