Bangkok
Half day in Bangkok with a local
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
5.0
(80)
Half day in Bangkok with a local
4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. Whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Get what you want out of Bangkok on a private and personalized experience
- Enjoy the eclectic streets, vibrant restaurants or a historic neighborhood stroll to take in its atmosphere and culture
- Get a taste of what makes Bangkok one of the most popular tourist cities in the world, with a twist – your stories will all be your own
- See some of the city’s most famous sights, or take it easy like the Reclining Buddha
- Get the scoop from your host on other areas to explore and exciting things to do while visiting Bangkok.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A private and personalized experience
4 hours with your host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
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
You’ll spend half a day with one of our local Bangkok hosts, who can't wait to share with you their favorite places to hang out, where to get your hands on the best food and show you their version of the city.
Whether you've been dreaming of getting lost in the endless mazes of Bangkok's famous markets and you want to put your bartering skills to the test, or you're up for a whirlwind of sights like the Grand Palace and Wat Pho Temple, your host will make it happen.
Let us know your pace and we’ll stick to it, and of course, we recommend stopping once (or twice, or thrice) along the way to feast on some local street eats or cool off with a drink.
No matter your preference or activity request, Bangkok caters to everyone and the opportunities to embrace its vibrancy, culture, and heritage are everywhere - you just need to know where to look. Don’t worry, your host will steer you in the right direction.
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?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Angela,
Mar 2025
We had a superb tour with Kat. She gave us a choice of options and adapted things to fit our needs. The temple of truth was amazing and worth the journey. The floating market was fun. Kat explained everything well and gave us a good tour. We thoroughly recommend her both for her knowledge and personality.
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Suzanne,
Feb 2025
Our tour guide (Buay) was wonderful. He worked with us to customize our itinerary to include cultural and historical sights, as well as local markets and food establishments. He was knowledgeable and kind. He was also creative and guided us on various river transport options which added to the experience. We highly recommend him.
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Jeanette,
Feb 2025
Outstanding day with Ida, making memories We did the Locals, Highlights and Hidden Gems tour today with Ida! She was absolutely brilliant and we would highly recommend that you choose her. Ida is friendly, great fun to be with and has a great energy. Nothing is too much trouble, she is very kind and considerate and her communication skills are great. We visited the flower market, Wat Pho temple, then took a public river boat to Wat Arun temple. We stopped for a gorgeous Thai lunch, tried a tok sen Thai hammer massage, and stopped for coffee at a gorgeous little cafe overlooking the temple, where we tried Thai tea crepe cake. Ida then gave us loads of ideas for our remaining time in Bangkok, and showed us how to use the Subway. We had a wonderful day and we think that Ida is simply the best!
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Jeanette,
Feb 2025
We did the Locals, Highlights and Hidden Gems tour today with Ida! She was absolutely brilliant and we would highly recommend that you choose her. Ida is friendly, great fun to be with and has a great energy. Nothing is too much trouble, she is very kind and considerate and her communication skills are great. We visited the flower market, Wat Pho temple, then took a public river boat to Wat Arun temple. We stopped for a gorgeous Thai lunch, tried a tok sen Thai hammer massage, and stopped for coffee at a gorgeous little café overlooking the temple, where we tried Thai tea crepe cake. Ida then gave us loads of ideas for our remaining time in Bangkok, and showed us how to use the Subway. We had a wonderful day and we think that Ida is simply the best!
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Joe,
Feb 2025
Dolly was fabulous and customized a tour for us. Paced well given it was super hot and humid during our tour.
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Garry,
Feb 2025
"Ida was an excellent guide. Kept us fully informed beforehand and made sure she understood what we would like to do. We are not adventurous travellers so having Ida escort us on the subway, skytrain, through the markets, Chinatown and Bangkok nightlife was a great stress free experience for us. Ida was friendly, fun and charming from the outset. Thank you"
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