Between screenings or shows
A two- to four-hour gap: something close by.
- Half-dayThai cooking class
- EatYaowarat Road
Songkran 2027 in Bangkok: weekend guide and things to do
13 to 15 April 2027 · ExpectedBangkok, Thailand
Songkran leaves gaps between screenings, shows and events, and companions without a pass have whole days in Bangkok. This guide fills them.
Know before you go
- Put your phone in a waterproof pouch: you will get soaked.
Airport to Silom, Khao San Road and across Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) has the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai in 26 minutes; Don Mueang (DMK) has the Red Line train.
Use the BTS and MRT: roads are packed with water fights.
Public transport directions to Silom, Khao San Road and across Bangkok
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Banglamphu and Khao San | Cheap and close to the temples. |
| Mid-range | Sukhumvit | BTS Skytrain and nightlife. |
| Splurge | Riverside | Mandarin Oriental and Peninsula. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Lub d Bangkok Siam
- Mid-range: Hotel Muse Bangkok
- Splurge: Mandarin Oriental Bangkok
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual festival stay schedule for 13 to 15 April 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
A free day
For companions without a pass, or attendees taking a day off.
- Full dayAyutthaya day trip
Evenings
After the last show of the day.
- EveningStreet food tour by tuk-tuk
- EatOr Tor Kor market
Rainy day
Indoor backups.
- Rain or heat backupJim Thompson House.
- FreeLumphini Park.
Family-friendly picks
- SEA LIFE Bangkok.
- Safari World.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Rooftop bars in Silom and Sukhumvit.
6 tours worth booking for Songkran
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Ayutthaya day trip | Full day | Everyone |
| Thai cooking class | Half day | Food lovers, Bad weather |
| Grand Palace and Wat Pho | Half day | Families |
| Floating market day trip | Full day | Families |
| Street food tour by tuk-tuk | Evening | Food lovers, Night owls |
| Chao Phraya dinner cruise | Evening | Tired legs, Night owls |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Jim Thompson House.
- ICONSIAM mall.
Getting around on event days
- BTS, MRT and river boats; Grab and Bolt.
Day trips from Bangkok
- Ayutthaya: 1.5 hours
- Pattaya: 2 hours
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Songkran.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Songkran 2027?
The next edition is 13 to 15 April 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Silom, Khao San Road and across Bangkok?
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) has the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai in 26 minutes; Don Mueang (DMK) has the Red Line train. Use the BTS and MRT: roads are packed with water fights.
Where should I stay for Songkran?
For most visitors the best base is Sukhumvit: BTS Skytrain and nightlife.
What can we do between sessions at Songkran?
Good short outings in Bangkok include Grand Palace and Wat Pho, Thai cooking class. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Songkran?
Family-friendly picks: Grand Palace and Wat Pho, Floating market day trip. SEA LIFE Bangkok.
How far is Silom, Khao San Road and across Bangkok from Bangkok centre?
About 1 km in a straight line. Use the BTS and MRT: roads are packed with water fights.
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