Some would say you can never have enough days in Bangkok, if you want to fully experience this ever-shifting tropical metropolis. But four days is as good a place to start as any; enough time to tick off a few bucket-list essentials, gorge yourself on some of the planet's best street food and – heck, why not?

Standard Visit (3-4 Days): Most travelers find that spending three to four days in Bangkok provides a more well-rounded experience. This gives you time to explore the top attractions, enjoy shopping, savor street food, and experience the city's nightlife.

Five days is an ideal amount of time to spend visiting Bangkok, enough to fully immerse yourself in this city's thrilling culture and maybe even take a day trip out to the provinces for a more traditional flavor of Thai life.