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How Much Does Bangkok Cost?
A complete daily budget breakdown for Bangkok, Thailand — from backpacker to luxury traveler.
Quick Budget Summary
Budget
$35
/day
$245 for 7 days
Mid-Range
$90
/day
$630 for 7 days
Luxury
$280
/day
$1,960 for 7 days
Current Hotel Prices
Daily Cost Breakdown
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Luxury
Accommodation
$12
Hostels, guesthouses
$36
3-star hotels, Airbnb
$126
5-star hotels, boutiques
Food
$11
Street food, markets
$23
Casual restaurants
$56
Fine dining
Transport
$5
Public transit, walking
$14
Metro + occasional taxi
$42
Private transfers
Activities
$7
Free museums, parks
$18
Paid attractions, tours
$56
Private guides, VIP access
Total / Day
$35
$90
$280
Money-Saving Tips for Bangkok
- Use Grab (the local Uber) for short rides — taxis often refuse to use the meter
- Eat at street stalls with long local lines; that's where the best food is
- Visit the Grand Palace before 9am to beat the heat and the tour buses
- Take the Chao Phraya river ferry — it's $0.50 and beats traffic by an hour
- Visit during shoulder season (November to February (cool, dry season)) for the best balance of weather and prices
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