Bangkok
An Introduction to Thai Culture
Traditions & Heritage • 6 hours
5.0
(6)
An Introduction to Thai Culture
Join a local host exploring ancient traditions and off-the-beaten-path sights. From Monks on Alms rounds to Thailand's oldest wood theatre.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Discover an original side of Thai culture through your host's eyes.
- Visit neighbourhoods with centuries-old markets and the oldest wooden theatre in Thailand.
- Get a taste of the traditional crafts, dances, customs and traditions from your host point of view.
- Grab a bite to eat like a local and enjoy local breakfast from a neighbourhood food market.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
6 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A private and personalized experience
6 hours with your host
A traditional Thai breakfast from a local street food market or neighborhood eatery
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
What’s not included
Additional Food and drinks, other than the ones included above
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
It’s all too easy to miss Bangkok’s old traditions, off-the-beaten-path markets, and the hidden world of Buddhist monks who call the city home. So you’ll discover just that with one of our local Bangkok hosts, who can’t wait to share with you that there’s more to their city than meets the eye.
Bangkok may be a modern metropolis that never moves slower than a sprint, but there are still communities keeping alive old traditions, and off-the-radar neighborhoods where you can try generations-old recipes.
You’ll see monks collecting early morning Alms, visit the oldest traditional wood theatre in Thailand, stop to enjoy an authentic local breakfast (moo ping, anyone?) and head to Baan Silapin, also known as the Artist's House on the banks of the Yai Canal - here you'll discover hidden gems like an art gallery, and see the traditional Thai puppet show. Who’d have thought you could squeeze so much into one morning?
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Susan,
Dec 2018
Zarat was excellent. He was very accommodating and wonderful to be with and did an amazing tour
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Janti,
Dec 2018
Very good passionate guide with sense of humor
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David,
Mar 2025
He was smart, very friendly, knowledgable of the areas and shared his homeland with us in a very personal way. He designed our tour around our needs and understood what we desired to see and do. He made sure we were rested when needed and entertained when appropriate, while displaying a professional attitude about the city and country. Without his tour, we would not have wanted to see Bangkok again, but are already planning our next visit which will begin with another tour having Tom as our guide.
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AJELDIN,
Mar 2025
I highly recommend this tour to foodies and everyone first visiting Thailand. I learned so much about Thai food. I enjoyed everything we ate and the places we went to. Their team communicated well before the tour. The tuk tuk ride was a good experience. I was so full at the end of the tour. Kat was a great tour guide!
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Keith,
Mar 2025
Personalized and flexible tour! Tom was great in helping to arrange our day to experience the top highlights of Bangkok. We have used city unscripted in other cities and were just as pleased with this experience. Tom was receptive to our input and being able to flex as needed in our day.
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Keith,
Mar 2025
Tom was very helpful in ensuring we could see all of the main sights in Bangkok during our short visit.
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