Hoffmann Simon

New Sukhothai Holidays

The capital of the first Kingdom of Thailand, it was founded in 1238 and most of its temples can still be seen today!

Visit New Sukhothai

Art & Culture
Place or Historical Monument
Unesco World Heritage

New Sukhothai: How to get there?

7 hours by bus from Bangkok

New Sukhothai: See when to go?

From November to February

New Sukhothai: For how long?

1 to 2 days

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New Sukhothai: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay

Simon Hoffmann

Travel writer

The capital of the first Kingdom of Thailand, it was founded in 1238 and most of its temples can still be seen today!

My suggestion

Sukhothai is divided into two parts which are several kilometers apart: If you want to get really immersed in the town's history I suggest you stay in the old town, as close to the temples as possible.

Romain Beuvart

Travel writer

Considered the first capital of the Kingdom of Siam, the Sukhothai Historical Park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991.

My suggestion

If you've got more than 3 days in the area then you should also visit the Si Satchanalai Historical Park, 50 kilometers north of Sukothai.

Marine Faure

Travel writer

Sukhothai was the Kingdom of Siam's first capital city and is today listed as a UNESCO World Heritage.

My suggestion

Visit the sites on foot or by bicycle rather than as part of a group so that you're free to do as you please.

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