Severe flooding is affecting parts of Bangkok, while most tourism areas, major attractions, airports and public transport services continue to operate, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
Severe flooding is affecting Bangkok following heavy rainfall, with some districts declared disaster-affected areas, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in its latest visitor information update issued on September 28, 2026.
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Most tourism areas, attractions and visitor facilities across Bangkok continue to operate. Popular visitor areas including Siam and Ratchaprasong, Chinatown (Yaowarat), Talat Noi and Song Wat remain accessible to visitors.
Major cultural attractions in Bangkok’s historic area, including the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho and Wat Arun, also remain accessible.
TAT advises visitors to allow additional travel time and check current weather conditions, traffic, attraction opening information and public transport services before setting out, as conditions may vary between areas.
Most major tourism destinations elsewhere in Thailand continue to operate normally and remain accessible to visitors. In the North, these include Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai and Nan, while destinations in the Northeast include Nong Khai, Udon Thani, Buri Ram and Ubon Ratchathani.
Southern destinations including Phuket, Phang-nga, Krabi and Surat Thani, including Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan and Ko Tao, also continue to operate.
Visitors with concerns about individual attractions are advised to check directly with the relevant attraction or the local TAT office before travelling.
Airports and transport services across major tourism destinations are generally operating normally. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) remain open and operational, although road journeys in Bangkok and surrounding areas may take longer.
The Airport Rail Link, Red Line, BTS Skytrain and MRT are operating. BMTA airport bus services A1–A4 at Don Mueang are also operating.
Passengers are advised to check their flight status and current travel conditions and allow sufficient time for their journeys.
For intercity travel, the SRT Northern Line has reopened, while the Northeastern and Southern lines are operating. On the Eastern Line, some sections remain affected and services have been adjusted.
Marine transport services may adjust schedules depending on weather and sea conditions. Travellers using rail, interprovincial bus, ferry or other marine services are advised to check the status of their individual service before travelling.
TAT is monitoring the situation and coordinating with relevant authorities to provide visitor information and facilitate assistance where appropriate. Visitors requiring assistance are advised to contact the relevant authorities or the TAT Contact Centre for information and guidance.