Bangkok is a world city which means apart from exquisite Thai food, the city also offers cuisines from around the world. Thai food is not as spicy as South Asian food but it may still be too much for a western palate.

Bangkok is home to a number of attractions. Places such as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho, Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn), China Town, Siam Ocean World, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, Bangkok Snake Farm and Safari World are very popular among tourists.

Bangkok is well known for its nightlife. A large number of nightclubs as well as bars have sprung up in the city to cater to its burgeoning foreign tourist arrivals all year round. Clubs like Bed Supperclub, Route 66, The Dubliner, The Londoner, House of Beers, Viva & Aviv, Iron Fairies, Ba Da Bing Bar are popular with foreign tourists.