Bangkok has been crowned the number one "Best City in the World" in Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 UK Readers' Choice Awards, scoring 97.68 from nearly 300,000 UK readers.

Bangkok has been ranked the number one "Best City in the World" for 2026 in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 UK Readers’ Choice Awards, scoring 97.68 from nearly 300,000 UK readers. Rising from outside the top 20 last year, this achievement highlights the city's remarkable charm, which blends architecture, history, and culinary culture.

Climbing from outside the top 20 last year, the city won over voters with its unique blend of architecture, history, and culinary culture.

Thailand also shone elsewhere in the awards:
Ranked 8th in the "Best Countries for Food" category
Six leading Thai hotels named among the finest in Southeast Asia, with the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok taking the top spot in the region.

This success reinforces Thailand's global appeal as a travel destination, and the government remains committed to strengthening the country's position as a premier destination for UK travelers.