What should a tourist wear in Thailand?

The dress code is simple really, for both men and women, knees and shoulders must be covered. Additionally, no see-through clothing or skin-tight clothing. So, ladies, this means no leggings, please! The majority of the temples in Bangkok don't strictly enforce this dress code.



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Men are expected to wear conservative collared shirts and shorts that come to the knee, although pants are preferred. T-shirts are ok, but a dressier shirt, whether short-sleeved or long-sleeved, is preferred. Women must cover their cleavage and shoulders and wear pants or skirts that are at least knee-length.

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Jeans are commonly worn by Thai locals, but those who are intolerant of the heat might be more comfortable in fabrics such as linen or light cotton. Modest skirts, shirts, and dresses are also good options. Because of the hot weather, materials like polyester are best avoided.

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Shorts or trousers Wearing them is fine, especially when you have a stylish pair. For a night out, a pair of nice jeans is much preferred. Shorts are pretty common in most bars catering towards Westerners, and they're fine in many casual Thai nightspots too.

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The following are some examples of prohibited goods:
  • Narcotics.
  • Pornographic materials.
  • Counterfeit trademark goods and IPR infringing goods.
  • Fake notes or coins.
  • Reserved animals or CITES-listed wildlife.


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Thailand is probably one of the safest places in the world to crossdress openly, so if that's your style then you'll probably have a blast. Just make sure you aren't discarding chewing gum on the floor, you might end up with a hefty fine or spending the night behind bars!

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What Not to Wear in Thailand. There's a few things you probably won't want to wear in Thailand. In general I never pack booty shorts, strappy tank tops, leggings, or heels to Thailand. Unless you plan on going clubbing in Bangkok I would definitely leave the heels at home.

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10 things I wish I knew before going to Thailand
  • The Head Is Sacred. ...
  • Scamming is Common. ...
  • There's excellent Healthcare. ...
  • To Tuk-Tuk or Not. ...
  • The Political Scenery Can Be Volatile. ...
  • Having Comfy Sandals Is Convenient. ...
  • They Use a Different Calendar. ...
  • Monks Can't Beg.


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Final Thoughts On Money In Thailand
It's easy to top up, gives you an excellent exchange rate, and you can use it to pay for things in Thailand. As you can see, having cash is still a must in Thailand.

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10 strange laws to be aware of in Thailand
  • Don't drive shirtless. ...
  • Don't go commando. ...
  • Don't disrespect the Royal Family. ...
  • Don't step on Thai currency. ...
  • Don't fly your country's flag. ...
  • Don't litter. ...
  • Don't remove Buddha statues or images from Thailand without a permit. ...
  • Don't speak any language other than Thai using a microphone.


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Bottled water is very cheap to buy at the numerous 7/11 stores etc. Stick to bottled water for drinking. It is available everywhere and not expensive. However, the water is safe enough for you to have a bath, wash your hair, brush your teeth.

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