Places to discover

Best places to visit in Thailand

Thailand is a country offering multiple different aspects. A very popular tourist destination, the country attracts visitors as much for its cultural riches as for its magnificent scenery and white sandy beaches.

Thailand actually has a great deal to offer the curious traveller, with Its capital, in particular, offering a wonderful cross-sample of what you can expect to find in the country. Bangkok is a city that simply buzzes with noise and vitality. Food stalls in the streets, trendy spots in which to party or go shopping, and not forgetting the temples, or the markets extending for kilometres – there really is something to suit every taste.

Continue on to the South and in 90 minutes you will find yourself at the beach. History buffs will probably prefer to take the road north to Ayutthaya and its temple, with all its many Buddhas. And heading further north still, Chiang Mai, the thick jungle and the area's preserved local traditions, in particular, are sure to delight lovers of tranquillity, good food and hiking.

Moving on to the southeast, fans of wide open spaces are sure to be captivated by Phang Nga Bay and its gorgeous aquatic landscapes. Phuket and Krabi, which lie in the surrounding area, are ideal destinations for fans of beaches and partying to spend some time at. And out in the Gulf of Thailand, the islands of Ko Tao, Ko Pha Ngan and Ko Samui serve as great destinations for both novice and experienced divers and anyone simply looking to enjoy the country's most beautiful beaches.

A magical, mystical trip down into the bowels of the earth.
You wouldn't necessarily describe it as such, but Phitsanulok is one of Thailand's largest cities, serving as point of transit between Bangkok and Northern Thailand.
Koh Phi Phi is an island in the Andaman Sea, between Phuket and Krabi, where it's a favorite with young travelers.
A small town best known for the large number of monkeys in its center, both attractive and scary! The temples remind you that the town was once an important cultural center.
Hua Hin is a small beach resort, popular with locals and expats alike. 
Khon Kaen is a big town in the heart of the Thai countryside in a region to the east which is called Isan.
Chiang Khong is a city in Northern Thailand. Located on the banks of the Mekong, it's an entry point to get to Laos.
When in Thailand, a visit to the Isan region is like going on an adventure off the beaten track, and Korat is a good place from which to set out on that adventure. 
Ubon Ratchathani is the capital of the most easterly province of Thailand, in the region of Isan. The province of the same name has numerous national parks and unbelievable scenery.
Doi Tung is a mountain in the north of Thailand, in the country's Golden Triangle region. It is the site of both a temple and a former royal villa.
Wiang Chai is a small city a few miles east of Chiang Rai and is a major staging post for visits to the Golden Triangle.
Lampang is a small historical town around 100 kilometers to the southwest of Chiang Mai. 
Huay Kub Kab is a village located at the top of Thailand's green mountains.
Jomtien beach is a popular destination for many expatriates, regarded as the most beautiful beach in Pattaya.
Chaling Bay is a huge bay south of the main town on the island of Phuket.
A seaside resort to enjoy comfort and rest.
Near to the border with Laos, the village of Dan Sai is in the unrecognised part of Thailand.
Capital of the province that bears its name, Trang is not a must see in itself, but, with a bit of effort, can be fun.
Mae Sai is Thailand's most northerly town. Along its edge runs the Ruak River, serving as a border, and the town is a crossing point for those wishing to enter Myanmar.
Pattaya is the best known of the Thai beach resorts, famous for its buzzing nightlife and beaches, all less than 2hrs away from Bangkok.