Foodie couple · 4 nights · Thonglor

Skip the taxi-meter haggle; the train beats afternoon traffic into town.

5 minutes from Thonglor BTS — drop bags and you're already where the bars are.

A gentle intro to Bangkok's world-class cocktail scene.

Approachable regional Thai — an easy, delicious first night.

Three floors of dark wood, an easy walk home from dinner.

Caffeine up before the heat — Bangkok's specialty coffee is strong.

10 stops incl. the famous Jek Pui curry stalls; beat the heat in the morning.

The birthplace of Thai massage; perfect while you're already in Old Town.

The river is the prettiest, coolest way to cross the city.

Air-conditioned street-food hall for when the afternoon storm rolls in.

Michelin-recommended, riverside, unpretentious — a perfect Old Town close.

Two hours of recovery so you can go late tonight without flagging.

Fiery, fragrant southern curries; one of Thonglor's best lunches.

Tonight's the highlight; arrive fresh.

4 bars in one night with a local guide who actually drinks here.

Charcoal-grilled skewers to round off the night if you're still hungry.

A few quick stops up the line to a calm last-morning neighborhood.

Ari's brunch-and-coffee culture is the gentle goodbye Bangkok does well.

Last-minute gifts without a megamall.

One more proper Thai meal before the airport.

Leave buffer; immigration lines at BKK can be long.