Arrange a private tour through your hotel if you want to see the grand palace or canals. It might cost a bit more but it will be just your small group and the tour guide, rather than a group of 100 other tourists. We had an amazing day out and learnt a great deal. When you see the coach loads of people turning up and being dragged around, you wonder how much they can actually hear.
Check with your hotel in Bangkok for private tours
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