Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Thailand.
Discover Thailand's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from watching the sunset at Freedom Beach, one of Phuket's most beautiful patches of sand; to feeding the rescued elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary; and climbing the steep stairs at Wat Arun for supreme views over Bangkok's historic district and Chao Phraya River.
Build a trip to rememberย withย Lonely Planet'sย Thailandย travel guide:
- Our classic guidebook formatย contains the most comprehensive level of information for planningย multi-week trips
- All-new structure and design that's easy to useย so you can navigate Thailand effortlessly
- Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventureย with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
- Expert local recommendationsย on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Vibrant photography and mapsย including aย pull-out map of Thailand
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sightsย from Chatuchak Weekend Market, to Suphanburi, and Three Sukhothai-Era Citiesย
- Essential information toolkit containing tipsย on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
- Connect with Thai cultureย through storiesย that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
- Covers:ย Bangkok & Around, Central Thailand, Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai Province, Northeastern Thailand, Ko Chang & the Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin & the Upper Gulf, Ko Samui & the Lower Gulf, Phuket & the Andaman Coast
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country withย Lonely Planet'sย Thailand.
Published August 1, 2026