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Lonely Planet Best of Thailand is your passport to Thailand's top sights and most authentic experiences.

Revel in the neon and noise of Bangkok; hike to a hill-tribe village in mountainous Chiang Rai; or plan the ultimate beach escape on photogenic Ko Phi-Phi. Offering visually-inspiring content along with the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you, this photo-rich, user-friendly guide makes planning fun and easy. Discover the best of Thailand and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet Best of Thailand:



In-depth coverage of the destination's must-see sights along with hidden gems that most guidebooks miss to get you to the heart of a place
Intuitively organized with essential information at your fingertips
Eye-catching full-colour design and easy-to-use layout with maps and images throughout
Annotated images that bring a destination to life
Practical planning and transport tools including a fold-out map (included in print version) that gives instant access to must-see sights to help you navigate as you plot out your itinerary
Short and extended itineraries to help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests to make the most of your time on the road
Insider tips and insights to save time and money, avoid crowds and trouble spots, and to get to know the destination like a local
Honest recommendations for all budgets
Cultural insights and background information to put top sights and experiences in context and to give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience (includes history, culture, customs, religion, arts, architecture, food, and environment)
Free, convenient pull-out Bangkok map (included in print version), plus over 40 colour maps
Covers Bangkok, Ayuthaya, Chiang Mai, Chang Rai, Sukhothai, Nong Khai, Hua Hin, Ko Samui, Ko Pha-Ngan, Phuket, Railay, Ko Phi-Phi and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Best of Thailand , our easy-to-use, expertly curated guide, is filled with inspiring and colourful photos and focuses on Thailand's most popular attractions and authentic experiences for those looking for the best of the best and have minimal time for planning.



Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the countries have to offer? Check out Lonely Planet Thailand guide.

Looking for a guide for Bangkok? Check out Lonely Planet Pocket Bangkok, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.

About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.

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