In 2025, Time Out magazine named Bangkok the second-best city in the world, after Cape Town, South Africa.
The ranking was based on a survey of 18,500 travelers worldwide.
Why Bangkok ranked second:
- Food – Bangkok offers a variety of dining options, from street food to fine dining
- Culture – Bangkok has many cultural landmarks, including temples and the Grand Palace
- Transportation – Bangkok has an efficient public transportation system with the BTS and MRT networks
- Neighborhoods – Popular neighborhoods like Thong Lor and Ekamai are considered among the coolest in the world
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