3 Days in Bangkok on a Budget

A practical three-day Bangkok budget itinerary for travelers who want grand temples, river ferries, night markets, and legendary street food without burning through baht on taxis and tourist traps. It keeps paid sights selective, leans on the BTS, MRT, and Chao Phraya boats, and places meals in neighborhoods where casual counters are the point, not a compromise. The route suits backpackers and value-conscious first-timers who want Bangkok’s full sensory hit with manageable heat breaks: old-city temples early, Chinatown at night, Chatuchak or Ari for local life, and one flexible evening for a rooftop view or massage if the budget allows.