Wat Chaiwatthanaram at Ayutthaya Historical Park is an important location and is used in filming in movies and dramas. It is popular with both Thai and international tourists.

Thailand is known for beaches, islands, ancient temples, fishing villages, delicious street food, and bustling Bangkok. The country also offers national parks, Chiang Mai’s mountains, rice fields, and countryside as well as Phuket’s rainforests, jungles, and Elephant Hills Camp. In Bangkok, the Grand Palace, reclining Buddha, the Chao Phraya River, canals, Skytrain, and delicious street foods are major attractions.

We Found the Best Pad Thai in Thailand

We Found the Best Pad Thai in Thailand

Explore more in

Layered illustrations of classic Thai dishes
5 Iconic Dishes You Must Try in Thailand, According to a Food Writer Living in Bangkok
Diving off a boat in Thailand.
I’ve Lived in Thailand for 12 Years and These Are My 6 Favorite Islands in the Country
A line of plane outside of an airport
Your Guide to Flying to Thailand From the U.S. — Including the Best Airlines and How to Save
Pai in Thailand
I Drove Thailand's Mae Hong Son Loop on a Motorbike — Here's Why It Was One of the Best Things I Did in the Country
A pair of photos one showing a woman on a boat and the other a canal in Bangkok.
I Grew Up Along Bangkok's Canals — Here's How Its Rich History Connects to the Forward-thinking City
Beautiful landscape of wooden bridge walkway in swamp with grass field with blue sky mountain range background in Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, Kui Buri District, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand
10 Best National Parks in Thailand With Stunning Waterfalls, Herds of Elephants, White-sand Beaches, and More
view of viharn in Wat Saeng Kaew Phothiyan temple an iconic Buddhist places in Chiang Rai
The Northernmost Province in Thailand Has Stunning Temples, Beautiful Waterfalls, Luxury Resorts, and Elephant Herds
A muay thai boxer performs a kick to the camera
I Spent a Week in This Lesser-known Part of Thailand and It Was Paradise — Here's What to See and Do
Two people outside of a club in Bangkok
How Bangkok Became Asia's Most Welcoming City for LGBTQ+ Travelers
An elephant in a forest in Thailand.
I Visited Elephants in the Wild in Thailand — Here’s How You Can, Too
Udon Thani
The Best Places to Eat in Thailand, According to Culinary Legend Jay Fai
Temple in Chiang Mai
Why You Should Visit Thailand in the Off-season
A boat approaching large limestone mountains
7 Places in Thailand Where Locals Love to Go
A young girl placing a lantern in the river during Loi Krathong
These Iconic Thai Festivals Are Worth Traveling to Thailand For — From a Monkey Banquet to a Charming Lantern Festival
People standing outside of the grand palace
An Insider's Guide to Bangkok — Michelin-starred Food, Rooftop Bars, and Luxury Hotels Included
night shot of busy street with bright neon signs in bangkok
How to Plan the Perfect Family Trip in Thailand — From Tuk-tuk Food Tours to Rain Forest Hiking
Pileh Lagoon in Ko Phi Phi Island
I Visit Thailand Every Year—and These Are the 20 Best Places to Visit in the Country
Asian elephants foraging in the forests of the northern part of Thailand in Lampang Province
Thailand's Famed Elephant Tourism Is Controversial — Here's How to Pick an Ethical Sanctuary
The pool at the Standard hotel in Hua Hin
Hua Hin Is Thailand's Original Resort Town — and It Has Some Glamorous Places to Eat and Stay
Brightly colored lanterns hanging in a tree above monks in orange robes
Planning a Visit to Thailand? Here's the Best Time for Weather and Festivals
A balcony overlooking lush greenery at a luxury resort in Thailand.
Travel + Leisure Readers' 5 Favorite Resorts in Thailand of 2025
Exterior of Aman Nai Lert Bangkok
The Newest Aman Just Opened With Rooms Starting at $1,100—Here's a Local's Full Review of Aman Nai Lert Bangkok
Christina Fang as a monk
I Was an Extra on 'White Lotus'—Here's What It Taught Me About Thailand
Tayme Thapthimthong in Thailand
'The White Lotus’ Actor Tayme Thapthimthong on Traveling Thailand as a Local, His Favorite Regional Eats, and the One Gesture Every Visitor Should Know
Cherry blossoms in Chiang Mai , Thailand
This Asian Country Is Secretly Known for Its Cherry Blossoms—and It's Nicknamed the 'Sakura of the Tropics'
Villa at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
I Visit Chiang Mai in Thailand Every Year—This Luxury Hotel Always Stands Out From the Rest
Aerial of Cape Panwa
This Beach Resort Is Featured on 'The White Lotus' Tonight—and It Has a Stunning Private Beach and 10 Restaurants and Bars
 Twinpalms Bangtao Phuket Tented Resort lagoon tent exterior
One of Thailand's Iconic Hotel Brands Just Opened a Brand-new Tented Resort — and We Got the First Look
A family having a picnic at a resort in Thailand
These 3 Hotels in Thailand Are Exceptionally Family-friendly — With Cooking Classes, Waterslides, and More
Michelle Monoghan filming Thailand
‘The White Lotus’ Star Michelle Monaghan on Filming the Show in Thailand — Including Her Favorite Local Eats and Off-screen Adventures
Private residences at the Four Seasons Koh Samui hotel
The Third Season of ‘White Lotus’ Was Filmed at This Iconic Thai Resort—Here’s What It’s Like to Stay
The exterior of a vintage railcar that's been converted into a hotel suite
You Can Stay in an Upcycled Historic Railcar at This Thai Resort — Read Our Review
Ferries going down the river past sky scrapers in Bangkok
How to Visit Bangkok on a Budget — Flights, Hotels, and Attractions Included
A pair of photos one showing a clothing store and the other a record shop.
Bangkok Is the New Berlin for Artists and Creatives — What to See and Do
People outside a temple
20 Best Things to Do in Bangkok—From Floating Markets to Futuristic Malls
Wat Arun big landmark in Bangkok City, Thailand
Bangkok Travel Guide
Luxury hotel room with seating area, bed, and large windows showcasing urban cityscape view, featuring modern decor and amenities
Travel + Leisure Readers' 5 Favorite Hotels in Bangkok of 2025
Views from the Dusit Thani Bangkok
One of Bangkok's Most Iconic Hotels Got a Major Facelift — and We Got a Look Inside