Explore on your own rating
Bangkok is far and traffic is unpredictable. Tours are safest.
Where ships dock
- Laem Chabang port (industrial; cruise terminal A1)
Getting to town
Bangkok is about 120–130 km away (90 minutes to 2+ hours). Pattaya is 30–45 minutes south.
Cruise-line shuttles or tours; taxis can be arranged.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Thai baht (THB).
Entry: U.S. citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for up to 30 days (effective Sept 15, 2026, per the Royal Thai Embassy). All travelers, including by sea, must complete the online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival. (Checked Oct 2026.)
Top sights nearby
- Grand Palace and Wat Pho (Bangkok)
- Chao Phraya river
- Pattaya
Beaches
- Pattaya beaches
Safety & tips
- Many ships overnight; check times.
- Dress modestly for the Grand Palace.
- Bangkok traffic can add hours.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Use tours with guaranteed return for Bangkok.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.