Things To Do In 3 Days in Bangkok

Things To Do In 3 Days in Bangkok

Top 5 Things To Do In 3 Days in Bangkok

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    The Ultimate Ancient city of Ayutthaya Day Trip

    343 reviews
    8 hours | day trips | Bangkok

    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!

    €111.68per person
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    Beautiful Pattaya Beaches Private Day Trip

    271 reviews
    10 hours | day trips | Bangkok

    Feeling like some fun in the sun? Escape the big city and discover the glitzy beaches of Pattaya like a local. Enjoy some spectacular ocean views, taste some delicious street food and unwind on the beach!

    €82.72per person
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    Beautiful Ayutthaya Private Tour With a Local

    107 reviews
    6 hours | day trips | Bangkok

    The ancient city of Ayutthaya is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Want to discover it with a local insider? Come with me on a private tour and see many ancient ruins and artworks in this ancient and beautiful city.

    €72.43per person
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    Bangkok; Tuk-Tuk & Longtail Boat Private Tour

    179 reviews
    4 hours | day trips | Bangkok

    See Thailand through the eyes of local :) Move around the city with your local private tour guide and then ride along with the tuktuk and longtail boat to experience Thailand like local. Forget about the scams!

    €95.59per person
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    Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Private Day Trip

    755 reviews
    10 hours | day trips | Bangkok

    Discover Kanchanaburi and the beautiful River Kwai during a private day trip from Bangkok. I'll be your local insider who can tell you all about the history of the places we visit. I'll also share local insights with you during our visit to this must-see ancient​ town!

    €110.59per person
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Things to do in Bangkok in 3 days

We don’t always get to stay for as long as we would like to in some destinations, meaning that you don’t always get to see all that you would like to. Take a look at our favorite picks of things to do in Bangkok in 3 days!

  • Learn to Cook Thai Food With a Local

    If you like Thai food, then one of the most useful and fun things to do in Bangkok in 3 days can be to learn to cook it yourself. Your host can easily organize a private cooking workshop just for you!

    They can explain anything that you may not understand to help ensure that you get as much from the workshop as possible. You’ll learn about new ingredients, flavors and exotic spices! With help from your host and a professional cooking guide, you can be the superstar in your circle of friends when it comes to skills in the kitchen.

  • Get to see the Less Visited Attractions

    Besides the usual tourist destinations such as temples and shopping malls, Bangkok has a lot of places which many visitors don’t see. Getting to some of the less visited attractions is one of the best things to do in Bangkok in 3 days. There’s so much beauty to see and enjoy!

    Ask your host about the attractions that are not generally on the itineraries of tour companies and you could be in for a much more fulfilling and enjoyable day. With your host acting as your private guide, you get to see the highlights that so many others miss, at a pace that you are happy with.

  • Spend Some Time in the Jungle

    Thick, verdant jungles may not spring to mind when you think of such a huge metropolis, but if you are looking for more unique things to do in Bangkok in 3 days, then a trip to the jungle should be on your list.

    Your host will bring you to the best natural sights, on the city outskirts, where you can find yourself immersed in a thick foliage and a wide variety of wildlife. Your host will of course join you, so they can recommend the best spots and give you a private and personalized guided tour. Enjoy the wild side of Bangkok and learn more about it’s beauties!

  • Try out Some new Flavors

    When you visit any new county for the first time you are likely to find meals that you had not seen before and Thailand is no different in that aspect. Visitors to Bangkok often comment on the rich aromas that are encountered on the streets of Bangkok, and exploring them can be one of the most enjoyable things to do in Bangkok in 3 days.

    From street stalls selling sumptuous snacks to fine-dining restaurants offering delectable dishes, Bangkok has plenty to keep your taste-buds occupied. With your host as your guide, you can try out many of the local dishes and you can be sure to encounter some flavors that you had never imagined even existed. Choose from our Bangkok food tours the one you love the most and ask your favorite local to personalize it for you!

  • Try Your Hand at Local Crafts

    When on holiday we will often end up bringing various pieces of local crafts home for ourselves or for friends and family, but how about experiencing a bit of crafting yourself? If you are looking for fun and creative things to do in Bangkok in 3 days, try having a go at creating such pieces of art and craft yourself in a local workshop held by a Bangkok host!

    They have amazing crafting skills themselves that they can pass on to you and share a few of their secrets in creating traditional artworks! Have tons of fun on your personalized and private crafty workshop!

Bangkok's amazing temples & authentic flavors

The best local things to do in Bangkok for 3 days! The Rattanakosin Island, Daemon Sudak floating market, the bridge over the River Kwai; you’ll be able to explore all the highlights of Bangkok in 72 hours. Use the list below to find exactly what to do in Bangkok for 3 days. Day 1: Historical and spiritual sites A gentle introduction! Bangkok is home to some of the most famous temples in the world. With some of the most amazing historical and spiritual sites right there on your doorstep, you’d be crazy to miss out! Head straight to mystical temples of Rattanakosin Island in the heart of Bangkok where you’ll find canals, temple complexes, masterful Thai massage specialists and the humble beginnings of this incredible city. Hop on board! One of the most exciting ways to get around Bangkok is in a tuk-tuk. Drive around the city like a local in between sights, from Wat Pho to the Golden Mount. Day 2: Floating markets & authentic flavors Experience the incredible taste of Bangkok! Now you’re a little more familiar with the city, it’s time to go looking for authentic Thai food. Bangkok is home to the extraordinary Daemon Sudak floating market, where shops sit just above the water and locals sell food from their gently floating boats. A market on train tracks! Bangkok‘s unique and colorful train market of Maeklong has its stalls set up along the train tracks. Feeling hungry? Bangkok is full of delicious traditional food for everyone, from Tom Yam soup and mango sticky rice to wok-fired prawn dishes with a Michelin star! Day 3: Beaches, lakes & rivers Escape the city! There is no better way to unwind than with a trip to a beautiful seaside escape. Pattaya is a gorgeous beach destination and the perfect place to finish your 72 hours in Bangkok. Fancy something for the family? Head to Mabprachan Lake, one of the most beautiful spots in East Pattaya, enjoy a lakeside playground and go for a swim! If you’d like to embrace some history, journey to the River Kwai to cross the famous bridge and enjoy the incredible views. Visit a colorful Chinese temple on the other side and even stop to meet some monkeys on your way home!

What other travelers love about our local experts

Terri
About local
1 June 2025
A Magical Trip to Ayutthaya

I had the absolute pleasure of spending a full day in Ayutthaya with Tuangtip, and the entire experience was exceptional from start to finish. It felt more like spending the day with a knowledgeable friend than being on a tour. Tuangtip crafted a beautifully personalised itinerary, including a private river boat tour that gave a completely different perspective of the ancient city. Cruising along the water, passing temples and local life, was a serene and unforgettable experience. Exploring the ruins on foot felt like stepping back in time. Tuangtip’s storytelling brought Ayutthaya’s rich history to life in a way that no guidebook ever could. One of the standout moments was watching Roti Sai Mai being made—such a unique experience—and eating it fresh afterwards made it all the more special. We also stopped at a local restaurant for lunch, far from the usual tourist spots. The food was delicious, and it was great to be somewhere that felt authentic and relaxed. It was a truly personal, insightful, and memorable day. I’d recommend Tuangtip to anyone looking to discover Thailand in a deeper, more meaningful way.

The Ultimate Ancient city of Ayutthaya Day Trip
Victoria
About local
20 May 2025
Fantastic Day Trip

From start to finish the day trip with Artty was fun and effortless! He scheduled a pickup time based on our hotel location, knowing what challenges traffic might pose, so that we could time our arrival to the cemetery, museum, and train. He provided so much information about sites we passed during the drive as well as additional information to what was included in the museum. His tour was so much better than riding the train as we got to see and explore the tracks and surrounding sites, which included older train cars and a meditation cave. The lunch spot he picked out was phenomenal as well - gorgeous views of the river and we even saw some elephants go down to enjoy the water! When there were some sites we had questions about during the drive, he even made a detour to show us an additional stop on the train line and an old temple-turned-animal-sanctuary. Would recommend this trip to anyone looking to see outside of Bangkok and learn about a very interesting part of the area’s history for a day!

Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Private Day Trip
Valentina
About local
27 April 2025
Piyaporn took good care of us

Piyaporn was very knowledgeable about Ayutthaya and explained us a lot about Buddhism. Her tour was very informative and enjoyable.

Beautiful Ayutthaya Private Tour With a Local
Tara
About local
Calm peaceful tour guide

Nat was an efficient and calm tour guide. He met us at our cruise port with a clean car for the family and even baby chair for our infant. He accommodated our numerous requests to explore and provided us with a wonderful tour of Pattaya. He has lots of experience outside of Thailand and speaks Dutch also. Overall he would be a wonderful tour guide if you are wanting to peacefully explore the city and see the highlights. For us we really loved the tiger park, the local food options, the shopping center, local markets and view points of the city.

Beautiful Pattaya Beaches Private Day Trip

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