The 13 Best Observation Decks in Thailand

1.Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,749 reviews · 2 hours · from $25Our pick

Enjoy Bangkok views from Baiyoke Sky’s 77th and 84th floors, with a 1.5-hour international buffet and unlimited soft drinks.

“We had the good fortune of meeting a fellow traveller in Vietnam who had visited the Baiyoke Hotel Tower and enjoyed the buffet previously. The whole experience was well worth the cost; all you could eat buffet with a wide range of food soft drinks available. The view was an added bonus! Would recommend!”

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2.Baiyoke Tower Balcony Buffet & Observation Deck

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 649 reviews · 2 hours · from $51

Review of Bangkok’s Baiyoke Tower buffet, balcony dining, 77th-floor views, and 84th-floor revolving deck, with practical booking tips.

“We arrived at 5pm to enjoy the view at the 77th and 84th floor and proceeded to the balcony for dinner on the 81! It was really windy but great service and perfect view on the sunset while enjoying a good meal! After the meal, we went back the the revolving 84th floor for a final view on the city.”

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3.Baiyoke Observation Deck Ticket with Buffet Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 188 reviews · from $22Best value

Pair Bangkok skyline views from Baiyoke Sky Tower with a seafood, international, or fruit buffet on floors 18 to 84.

“So yummy and international food! Perfect staff and beautiful views.”

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4.Mahanakhon SkyWalk Observation Deck Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 1 day · from $44

Review of Bangkok’s Mahanakhon SkyWalk, with glass-floor thrills, 360-degree views, ticket value, timing tips, weather advice, and FAQs.

“Unser Guide, DumDum, eine tolle Frau, mit super Energie&Empathie, hat viel erzählt, erklärt, organisiert und den ganzen Trip fantastisch geleitet..Bravo DumDum- Du bist toll!!!”

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5.Chiang Mai Half Day Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $58Top rated

Observe elephants in a respectful Chiang Mai sanctuary, swim at a waterfall, enjoy lunch, and make a Thai souvenir on this 6 to 7 hour tour.

“A must do! Such a memorable experience. Superbly organized from pick up to drop off. Small group, thorough orientation, highly ethical in treating the animals which was our priority. The lunch and craft activity added to the enjoyment. The guides were young enthusiasts. The group was diverse - younger, older(retired like us) international and engaged. Walking with the elephants was amazing.”

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6.Baiyoke Sky Dinner Experience with Observation Deck Access

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 57 reviews · from $29

Dine high above Bangkok at Baiyoke Sky, then enjoy panoramic views from the 77th and revolving 84th-floor observation decks.

“When they notified me and told me Floor 78 under renovation. My understanding that’s not safe for me to visit. Now they refused to refund my money. Bad customer service.”

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7.Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $61

Review of Chiang Mai’s ethical elephant sanctuary and bamboo rafting tour, with jungle walks, waterfalls, lunch, transport, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Visiting the elephant sanctuary was an incredible experience. It was clear that the sanctuary operates with the highest ethical standards, allowing the elephants to live freely without any pressure or obligation. Watching these magnificent animals in their natural habitat, moving and behaving as they would in the wild, was truly inspiring. The respect and care shown to the elephants here is evident in every detail, making this visit both responsible and unforgettable. Highly recommend this sanctuary for anyone looking for an ethical, awe-inspiring experience with these amazing creatures!”

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8.Baiyoke Sky Hotel Observation Deck Ticket with Lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 36 reviews · from $30

See Bangkok from Baiyoke Sky’s 77th and 84th floors, then enjoy an international or seafood buffet for a flexible city-view meal.

“Tutto magnifico, dall' inizio alla fine. L' atmosfera che si vive insieme a tanta gente di nazionalità diverse. Bellissimo”

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9.Inthanon, Elephant Sanctuary Observation & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $81

Explore Doi Inthanon, observe elephants ethically, hike to a waterfall, and visit a Karen village on this full-day Chiang Mai tour.

“A long day, pick-up at 6:30 am and return by 6:30 pm. The three activities were all enjoyable, the walk with elephants observing their behavior was relaxing. The hike to the waterfall and along the river was nice, the 1 1/2 hrs passed quickly. The guide did a good job in navigating the day activities on time.”

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10.Baiyoke Tower Balcony Buffet & Observation Deck 81st Floor

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 24 reviews · 1 day · from $48

Review the Baiyoke Tower 81st-floor buffet in Bangkok, with panoramic views, balcony seating tips, value advice, and practical booking details.

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11.Baiyoke 82nd Floor Crystal Grill Buffet & Observation Deck

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 16 reviews · 1 day · from $49

Review of Baiyoke’s Crystal Grill buffet, Bangkok views, prices, food, observation decks, access, and practical booking tips.

“Widoki spektakularne. ale jedzenie niestety nie. Cała rodzina uległa poważnemu zatruciu - konieczne było wezwanie lekarza, nieplanowane przedłużenie pobytu w Bangkoku i związane z tym nieplanowane koszty oraz zaprzepaszczone 3 dni. Taras widokowy w Baiyoke jak najbardziej, ale jedzenie nie.”

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12.Mahanakhon SKY WALK Ticket with Pick-up – Bangkok’s Highest Observation Deck

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $69

Review the Mahanakhon Skywalk in Bangkok, with 314-meter views, a glass tray, hotel pickup, sunset tips, pricing, and booking advice.

“Overall a good experience. Great views of the city. Great place to watch the sunset. Can get crowded with limited seating available. Hotel pickup is convenient.”

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13.Day for Elephant Observation Only Half-day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $46

Observe free-roaming elephants, prepare natural food, and cook Pad Thai at Big Boy Sanctuary near Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai.

“Big Boy Sanctuary is wonderful! The morning was very well organised with nice tasks of preparing a meal for the elephants and then delivering their meal. You can get close the elephants but the sanctuary is very ethical and you cannot touch them. This was so reassuring. I cannot recommend this trip enough!”

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