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What to pack for Bangkok

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Illustrated open suitcase with light clothes, sandals, a hat, umbrella, and travel essentials. — Bangkok in color

Rainy season (May–Oct) Beach or islands too Visiting temples

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Documents & money

Passport (6+ months validity)Plus a photo of it on your phone.
Thailand Digital Arrival Card submittedWithin 3 days before you land — see the entry guide.
Travel insurance details
Two bank cards, kept separatelyA no-fee travel card saves a lot.
Some cash to exchangeExchange booths in the city beat the airport.
Hotel address in Thai (screenshot)

Tech

eSIM installed before you fly
Universal travel adapterThailand uses 220V; most sockets take two flat or two round pins. Shop
Power bank (in hand luggage) Shop
Grab, Bolt, Google Maps (offline), Translate, LINE

Clothes

Light, breathable clothes (cotton/linen)You’ll change shirts more than you think.
One outfit covering shoulders and kneesRequired at the Grand Palace and most temples.
Shoes you can slip off easilyShoes come off at temples and many homes and shops.
One smart-casual outfitRooftop bars refuse flip-flops and sleeveless shirts for men.
A light layer for icy air-con
SwimwearHotel pools are part of surviving the heat.

Health & comfort

Sunscreen (reef-safe for beaches) Shop
Mosquito repellent Shop
Refillable water bottle Shop
Personal medication + prescriptions
Rehydration salts & stomach medsAlso sold at every pharmacy and 7-Eleven.
Hat and sunglasses

Rainy season

Compact umbrella Shop
Dry bag or phone pouch Shop
Waterproof sandals

Beach & islands

Snorkel maskRental ones are often poor quality. Shop
Rash guard Shop
Dry bag for boat trips Shop

Leave at home

✗ Heavy jeans and jackets — far too hot
✗ Lots of toiletries — 7-Eleven and Boots sell everything
✗ Expensive jewelry
✗ A full-size towel — hotels provide them
✗ Space-hogging extras: clothes are cheap and fun to buy at Bangkok markets

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