Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Bangkok to the max with the best things to do in Bangkok with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!
Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Bangkok to the max with the best things to do in Bangkok with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!
This is the land of good food, awesome markets and amazing views! We love everything about it, and because you want to get the most out of it, we made a short list of the top things to do in Bangkok. Let’s make sure you enjoy the city like a local! Check it out and let us know if you love it!
Cycle on the off roads
A private cycling tour in Bangkok is the easiest and most exciting way to see the off roads of Bangkok. It’s super fun, energizing and gives you the chance to see lots of awesome places. Most tourists cycle around Bangkok every weekend, but only try the main roads, since they don’t have a private guide with them.
Choose one of our local hosts, who can truly give you an experience worth remembering. They’ll show you around and tell you more about the sites you’re visiting. You’ll hear tons about the local lifestyle and cool things to do in Bangkok! Let your local guide show you all the hidden gems and beautiful secret views. Don’t forget, locals always know best!
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Experience Bangkok the local way! From floating markets to spiritual temples and a vibrant nightlife, your local host will show you the most exciting things to do in Bangkok. There are so many amazing things to do in Bangkok you’ll fill in your bucket list filling up in no time! Foodies can head to the floating markets for the freshest ingredients to use in your private cooking class, try the bold flavors of Bangkok’s street food or head to your local host’s home for an exclusive pad thai dinner with the family. Cultural buffs will be swept away by the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and the stunning Temple of the Dawn. Simply let your local host know what you’re most interested in and they will show you where to go and what to see on your private tour in Bangkok! Interested in experiencing the city as a true local? With your friendly local host, you’ll be visiting the hidden gems and local favorite hang outs with someone who knows Bangkok inside and out. Whether you prefer to wonder through temples and palaces, take a day trip to Ayutthaya or experience the curiosities of Bangkok’s bizarre nightlife, your local host will tailor your private tour around the most amazing things to see in Bangkok! They will only show you the best! When planning your activities in Bangkok, look no further than a Withlocals 100% private and fully customizable tour. With your local host by your side to show you where to go, you’ll discover the all best things to do in Bangkok!
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The 10 Tastings of Bangkok: Street Food
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3 hours | Food tours | Bangkok
Ready to taste the best food in Bangkok? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Bangkok.
The most authentic thing to do in Bangkok is having a delicious dinner with locals, inside their cozy, warm homes. A restaurant will never give you the magic experience of a home cooked meal. You’ll enjoy the presence of some lovely hosts, who will share their stories with you and listen to your own personal adventures. You’ll find professional home chefs, who offer a unique meal course, or friendly locals, who offer a traditional homemade dish. Either way, it’s going to be an incredible experience.
Some examples of yummy meals can include: Nam Prik, Thai vermicelli and spicy salad, stirred vegetables, papaya salad with roasted chicken, grilled eggplants salad, deep-fried prawn cakes, chicken in coconut milk soup and the list goes on. Don’t miss out on them. Enjoy a local meal and some great company!
Enjoy the fun Floating Markets
The Floating Markets are a joy for the eyes and a delight for foodies! Add them on your things to do in Bangkok list and you won’t regret it! You will find there everything from tropical fruits to deliciously cooked foods, made right there, on the boats of the locals.
Most of the markets are really crowded, but that’s part of their charm. Your host will help you handle all the fuss and give insights on what you should buy. He’ll also translate for you every time you want to talk to the local sellers. Some of the markets worth visiting with them are: Khlong Lat Mayom, Taling Chan, Bang Ku Wiang, Tha Kha, and the famous Damnoen Saduak Market (the first out of all the floating markets).
Visit the Grand Palace & Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
There quite a few highlights worth seeing in Bangkok, but these 2 are surely must see spots. To get a complete view of the city you'll have to see them.The Grand Palace has wowed it’s visitors since the beginning, while the Wat Phra Kaew is known for the amazingly carved emerald green Buddha. Go there with a local bangkok private guide who will share with you all the enchanting stories about the two. They’ll also tell you why the Palace is no longer the official residence of the king, and what it’s used for now.
Local tipBe prepared to leave your shoes at the entrance, or better yet, take a bag with you, so you’ll be sure you won’t get them lost.
Visit a Beautiful Hidden Artist Canal Spots
Since the city is full of many touristy places, you should also explore the more peaceful & traditional things to do in Bangkok as well. Your host can show you the Artists House (Baan Silapin), an amazing art centre in a restored house, right by the Yai Canal. You’ll enjoy there a traditional puppet show and get a sense of the local creative lifestyle. The Artist's House is more than two hundred years old! It has lots of history and secret stories that come with it, which your local guide knows all about.
You’re also going to see some human-sized statues painted in white, red or black sitting by the water. They too have their own tale! Get all the info from your private guide and have a great time there!
Discover the local nighttime food & shopping tours
The city is also quite known for its nightlife, from relaxing walking tours to hardcore parties, you have it all. A more unique thing to do in Bangkok, especially if you’re more into antiques and quiet night Bangkok tours is to go on a vintage shopping experience with a local host. They’ll show you all the great spots at the local vintage market.
Your tour can also be all about a Thai street food experience as well! There are incredibly many places where you can taste all the local dishes, but your host will show you the best ones out there. Such a food tour can take up to 4 hours in which you will be able to explore many different flavours and spices as well as getting in touch with the local street chefs. Ask your guide for suggestions and let the fun begin!
Go to Jim Thompson’s House (Siam)
Besides its uniqueness in style, the awesome residential area has a huge story behind it! Your host will share with you all the hidden stories about the place as well as the popular facts. The compound belonged to Jim Thomson, a visionary architect. He is known for his collection of Asian art objects, his work for reviving the Thai silk industry and his mysterious disappearance into the Malaysian jungle in 1967.
The place is worth visiting for its interesting background tale and for the beautiful elements that you would for sure not find in an ordinary Thai home. Your private guide will make sure you’ll experience the unique atmosphere and understand more about the elements you’ll see there.
Get a private food tour or go to the fisherman community
Really wanna go off the beaten track? Another exquisite thing you can do in Bangkok, that is usually forgotten by most tourists is meeting the fishermen's community in a lovely tour by the coast, at the non-touristic fishermen village Bangkrajao. This village is located in a hidden area, so only locals would actually know about it. Enjoy a boat tour with your private guide and share your stories, while listening to theirs. The view itself will be great and you will get to meet some Thai fisherman on the way.
You can also have a taste of the traditional recipes with freshly caught fish and seafood at a famous one-table restaurant in the same village. The lives of the locals from this area mostly depend on the local fishing and the seafood processing, so you can get an inside view on how the local market works. Ask questions, listen to stories and delight in the local atmosphere.
Want do discover the area around the city? A Day trip from Bangkok is the thing you need to do!
Riverside historic neighborhood tour
One distinctive thing you can experience is a riverside tour by the Kadeejeen community. The neighborhood is one of the oldest around and has a very rich and interesting history to it. Your private guide surely knows all about it. Also, it’s a very diverse area in terms of people living there. You have there a mixture of races and nationalities that you will not see in other places of Thailand.
There are many beautiful places by the riverside, so you’re host can also take you to the Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). The temple is designed quite differently than the others you might see there, so it’s worth taking a look at. Take a private boat tour on the Chao Phraya River and see the city, as a super relaxing experience. Always make sure you pick a private tour with a local host, so you won’t get in any tourist traps.
Participate in a traditional Thai fruit carving activity
Last, but definitely not least, you shouldn’t leave Bangkok before taking part of at least one workshop. Taking part of an activity with a local gets you more into the local vibe than any tour you might experience. One type of activity that we suggest is the Thai fruit carving one, since it’s totally creative and unique.
It might sound a bit difficult, but we assure you it isn’t actually as hard to do as it seems. You will firstly be learning how to carve simple shapes and evolve into the more complex designs. It’s a very fun activity to do with your friends or your family, especially if you like arts&crafts. You might actually discover you have a hidden talent or start building a new skills!
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Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
Tailored to your wishes
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Chat before you book
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Travel that supports locals
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
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You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
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Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
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Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Private & Personal
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
Want to get a real local taste of the Bangkok? Give it a taste and find out on this street food private tour in Bangkok! Join a local host expert in food and culture on a tour that will satisfy your cultural cravings for street food with tastings, history, and highlights.
Want to see the best of Bangkok? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Bangkok!
You’ve probably heard that Bangkok is well-known for Buddhism and its monks, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!
Picture this, a night out in Bangkok hopping from hot spot to hot spot, discovering local nightlife while tasting typical local drinks perfectly paired with delicious local bites. Sounds like a fun night? Join a local nightlife expert and discover how the locals unwind in Bangkok.
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Bangkok to explore Kanchanaburi with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
Embark on a Ancient city of Ayutthaya day trip outside of Bangkok where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Ancient city of Ayutthaya day trip with a local - it’s a must-do!
The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Bangkok through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Bangkok satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.
Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Bangkok, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Bangkok.
Embark on a Damnoen Saduak & Maeklong Market day trip outside of Bangkok where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Damnoen Saduak & Maeklong Market day trip with a local - it’s a must-do!
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Chat before you book
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Travel that supports locals
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
Feel good about where your money goes
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Trusted by millions
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Secure & flexible booking
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Best Things to do in Bangkok in 2026 - Withlocals
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"Araya took us on a wonderful day your. The logistics were perfect and she new where to position us for maximum experience and fun vs the other visitors. She sprinkled in many personal stories of her childhood and adulthood that brought what we were seeing to life in an very tangible way."
"Tony really surprised us with fun, off the beaten path, parts of Bangkok. We never would have found these spots on our own. He was also very accommodating given our flight to BKK was 4 hours delayed and we had to push back out start time 2x."
"We were so lucky to spend our last evening in Bangkok with Zarut! He was very responsive to our foodie interests, and was a great guide to the street food scene in Chinatown. And even better than the food, it was great fun getting to know Zarut — laughing with him and hearing his perspectives. He was so patient with our endless questions. Highly recommended!"
"I had a great experience on this food tour thanks to my wonderful guide, Zarut. He was incredibly personable, kind, and attentive, and made me feel comfortable and welcome from the start. He took the time to learn my preferences and made sure I was enjoying every stop along the way.
The variety of food was excellent — I got to try a lot of different dishes and flavors. Zarut shared helpful background and local insights that made the experience even more meaningful.
His positive energy, patience, and genuine passion for sharing local food culture truly stood out. This tour was one of the highlights of my trip, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic and enjoyable food experience."
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We’re not usually the type to go with a private guide, but trying to visit the railway and floating markets on our own felt like more of a logistical headache than an adventure. We are so glad we decided to go with Piyaporn instead. From start to finish, she and her driver were an absolute delight to spend the day with, and they ensured we had a far richer, more informative, and more enjoyable experience than we ever could have managed on our own.
I chose With Locals after sifting through dozens of other sites and reading countless positive reviews about both Piyaporn and the company. It genuinely felt like they went the extra mile to turn what are—let’s face it—very touristy experiences into something far more meaningful and personal. A stop at a temple that clearly had a special connection for her, along with a visit to a coconut farm, were the icing on the cake and made the day feel unique rather than cookie-cutter.
Whether you’re independent travelers like us or someone who usually prefers guided tours, I truly can’t recommend this experience highly enough. It exceeded every expectation."
"My private food tasting tour through Chinatown with Zarut was a 10/10.
Zarut is very reliable and kind and adjusted the food tasting options to my personal preferences. He showed me places, I myself would have never found. It was truly an experience "with locals". Besides the tasty typical Thai food, a short boat ride, interesting historical facts about Chinatown and making sure I was comfortable all the time I also enjoyed the easy talk with Zarut.
To me there would have been no better way to explore Bangkok Chinatown. Thank you and 100% recommend. "
"Highly enthusiastic sharing Thai culture, great food selections where locals eat, very kind, and our family sure enjoyed her company!
Thank you Araya♥️"
"Araya was wonderful and clearly knew what she was talking about. She created a personalised tour and all the food places she picked were delicious. I’d highly recommend booking with her."
"Sammy gave us a Great Tour through some hotspots of Bangkok. He was very flexible and listened to us attentively. The answers to questions werde always elaborate and he had a lot of Fun Facts. We went to Wat Arun first and then got to eat some Mango sticky Rice. Afterwards we went to the flower market and China town. From there we took a tuk tuk to anthorn Pier where he showed us the Food market. He was very knowledgable and gave us some tips for our Trip here in Thailand. Thank you very much Sammy!"
"We had Araya as our guide. She was very friendly and knowledgeable about the food and history. It was a fantastic foodie tour and we tasted and learned a lot. We highly recommend Araya as a local guide. Below is a overview of everything we ate.
Food List
1. Roasted Duck
2. Stired Fried Basil Leave, Garlic and Chili with minced Pork (Pad Ka Praow Mou, in Thai)
3. Rice Soup or Congee with Pork Ball
4. Mangosteen (Fruit)
5. Curry Noddle with Chicken Drum Stick
6. Mango Sticky Rice"
