Plan your visit to Gastech 2026

Travelling to Bangkok to attend Gastech offers more than just participation in a leading international event; it is an opportunity to experience one of Asia’s most dynamic and well-connected cities.

Bangkok combines world-class business infrastructure with renowned hospitality, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant city life. With modern transport networks, premium international accommodation, and a strong reputation for safety and security, the city provides an ideal environment for professional travel and leisure.

Here you will find essential information to support your visit, including hotel accommodation, flights with exclusive rates, and practical travel guidance. Visitors may also make use of the spouse programme, offering curated experiences that highlight Bangkok’s culture, attractions, and hospitality while event activities are in progress.

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Book your accommodation

Book your accommodation with confidence through our official housing partner, CDM Thailand, offering preferential rates and support during your stay in Bangkok.

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Plan your flights

Book your flights with Thai Airways to benefit from exclusive fares and dedicated support. Quote Event Name GASTECH 2026 (Event Code: TG2431857) to access these rates.

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Explore the spouse programme

The dedicated spouse programme offers visitors and accompanying partners a selection of curated experiences, including cultural tours, private visits, and group activities across Bangkok.

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Highlights of Bangkok

The Grand Palace

The centerpiece of Bangkok, the Grand Palace is one of Thailand’s most important architectural and cultural landmarks. Located in the heart of the city, the complex is made up of more than 100 royal buildings and represents over 200 years of Thai royal history. Once the official residence of the King of Thailand until 1925, the palace remains a site for state ceremonies today.

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Wat Pho – The Reclining Buddha

One of Bangkok’s oldest temples, Wat Pho - also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha - is a major cultural landmark. It is best known for its gilded reclining Buddha, measuring an impressive 46 metres in length and symbolizing the Buddha’s passing into nirvana. Wat Pho is also home to Thailand’s largest collection of Buddha images and is widely regarded as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Located next to the Grand Palace, its serene courtyards and ornate architecture make it an essential stop in Bangkok.

Chatuchak Weekend Market

One of Bangkok’s most lively attractions, Chatuchak Weekend Market is the world’s largest weekend market, open from Friday evening to Sunday evening. With more than 15,000 stalls, it offers a vast and energetic shopping experience that can feel both exciting and overwhelming. The market is divided into clearly defined sections selling everything from clothing, crafts, ceramics, and home décor to food, plants, books, antiques, and vintage items. While many visitors come in search of souvenirs, Chatuchak is equally valued for its atmosphere, making it an essential stop for experiencing Bangkok’s local culture.

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Bangkok’s Shopping Malls

Beyond its temples and renowned street food, Bangkok is also famous for its vast and modern shopping malls. These sprawling complexes offer everything from luxury boutiques and international brands to cinemas, fitness centres, and expansive food courts. Many of the city’s largest malls are clustered along the BTS Silom Line between National Stadium and Phloen Chit stations, as well as around Phrom Phong. The largest of all, Iconsiam, sits on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River and features thousands of shops and attractions. Together, Bangkok’s malls showcase the city’s blend of global retail, entertainment, and contemporary urban life.

Benjakitti Forest Park and Lumpini Park

In the heart of Bangkok, Benjakitti Forest Park and Lumpini Park offer a refreshing escape from the city’s fast pace. Lumpini Park, Bangkok’s first public park, is well known for walking paths, jogging routes, lake paddling, tai chi practice, and sightings of monitor lizards. An elevated walkway connects the park’s northeast corner directly to Benjakitti Park, creating a seamless green corridor across the city. The western section of Benjakitti Park is a Forest Park, designed as an urban nature reserve with wetlands, elevated walkways, and rare plant species. Set against a backdrop of towering skyscrapers, it is widely regarded as Bangkok’s greenest space and is best visited early or late in the day due to limited shade.

Chinatown – Shopping and Street Food

Bangkok’s Chinatown is one of the largest and most dynamic in the world, offering a distinct atmosphere from the rest of the city. Its main artery, Yaowarat Road, is known for its vibrant streetscape and dense mix of shops, signs, and eateries. Narrow side streets such as Vanich 1 Road are lined with small, specialised stores selling everything from trinkets to everyday goods, creating a lively and immersive shopping experience. Beyond retail, Chinatown is especially renowned for its street food, with countless stalls and restaurants serving some of Bangkok’s most celebrated Chinese-Thai dishes.