Klongs, the canals that crisscross Bangkok, have declined in number over the years and are not the waterways they were, when the city was dubbed the Venice of the East. However, enough remain on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River to make klong tours worthwhile. Pile into a longtail boat and watch the world pass you by. You'll get a fascinating insight into how the locals live their lives, floating as you do so close to their houses. Your hotel will be able to recommend klong tours, or you can simply turn up at the pier at the end of the Skytrain at Taksin bridge, next to the Shangri-La Hotel. Trips range from B600 and up for an hour or more and often stop by the Royal Barge Museum.

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