On a quick (first) trip to Bangkok, these are the not-to-be-missed sites you should try and see: The Grand Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaeo), Wat Po and Wat Arun. They are located close to each other and can be visited in a morning or afternoon (closed at 15:30). Half-Day Tours with a guide and transfer service can make life much easier, especially when you're a little tight on time.

If you arrive in Bangkok late in the day, you can still see (but not visit) the temples along the river by taking a relaxing sunset dinner cruise. Wat Arun looks stunningly magical, illuminated against the night sky. End the day at the new gigantic Asiatique Shopping village locates by the river and even have dinner there, then enjoy their fabulous productions of the ladyboy show!

Alternatively, end your first day by spending your one night in Bangkok exploring the city's sizzling nightlife. For more family-oriented nighttime activities, go see the latest Hollywood's offering at the city's modern cinemas. And while you're at it, why not include a karaoke battle or a bout of bowling, too?

Go sightseeing in the morning. Start off with the wonderment of the Ancient City, or the hustle and bustle of the legendary floating markets. Observe how the locals live by Bangkok Canals (for more sightseeing options, have a look in our City & Culture Tours).

Spend the rest of the day shopping in an air-conditioned comfort of Bangkok incredible shopping malls. Bangkok offers unbeatable bargains, designer labels, antiques, handicrafts, and jewellery but also a wide range of entertainment. Kids, however, may not enjoy shopping as much as grown-ups do. Take them to Dusit Zoo, Siam Ocean World, ice skating rinks, .

A visit to Bangkok would not be complete without sampling some delicious Thai Food. Bangkok's eating experiences are diverse and can be enjoyed anywhere from restaurants, noodle shops and street stalls. If you happen to be in Bangkok during the weekeend, pay a visit to Chatuchak Weekend Market  for an endless range of gifts and cool knick-knacks.

In the evening go to see this unusual Terminal 21 shopping mall, then cross the street and see by yourself what this famous bright and colourful naughty Soi Cowboy is all about.