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If you are traveling Thailand with a baby here are some things you need to know in 2026. Thailand is packed with adventure, natural beauty, amazing food and prices are very cheap. BUT what is it like to travel Thailand with a baby? What mistakes should you avoid? AND what do you need to know?
As a full time family travel bloggers we have traveled Thailand extensively (including with a baby, toddlers). We are super excited to share our top tips and travel advice with you. Please read this article carefully if you are traveling Thailand with a baby. Our top tips and advice will help you plan and prepare for your trip.
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Is Thailand a good country to travel with a baby?
Yes – Thailand is an amazing country to travel with a baby. Locals are super friendly and always willing to lend a hand to a parent. In fact, Thai locals will probably want to hold, cuddle and even take selfies with your baby. Some parents may find this too much but we found it very charming.
Thai people love seeing families visiting their country. They are very warm towards kids. Locals often give gifts to children. Normally fruit and small treats. They love to dote on kids – especially babies. Thailand also has a great range of baby products – and in places the facilities are good. Read on for more. Thai people are always ready to lend a hand and a smile.
Check out this video from our Family Travel Youtube to see one of our TOP PICK locations for family travel in Thailand (Chaloklum in Koh Phangan)
What are the biggest challenges of traveling Thailand with a baby?
Ok straight up, the biggest challenge of travelling Thailand with a baby is the lack of baby facilities. If you visit malls, expensive restaurants and posh resorts you can find great baby friendly facilities. But once you really travel Thailand you will rarely see baby chairs. It is also rare to find baby changing rooms, so you will need to work out a good baby changing system. A travel changing matt would be a great option for Thailand. On the plus side, most toilets do have a bum gun. These are squirty hozes by the toilet and they are very useful for cleaning poopy babies (but this takes practice and may not be your style!)
The other challenge can be finding baby-friendly food. Thai people seem to make the spiciest “non-spicy” food! Even if you ask for things to be spice free for a baby, there is a chance it may still have some kick. So it’s always worth having back up options.
What are the BEST places to visit in Thailand with a baby?
Here are a few great places to consider if you are traveling Thailand with a baby.
Phuket – developed and quite touristy. Lots of malls and activities for baby and family. More expensive but easy to get around. Great family friendly accommodation.
Koh Phangan – Less developed but beautiful – nice food and lots of families. More tricky to get around. Nice play parks around. Lots of good healthy food.
Bangkok – Big bustling city. Lots of malls, shops. Great food. Public transport and taxis are cheap. Lots of temples and attractions to see around Bangkok. Several nice parks.
Chiang Mai – Beautiful northern city. Even cheaper than the south. Parks, markets, temples, waterfalls and great food.
Pai – Cute, quirky, romantic town. Great for hippy parents who want to chill. Less developed – no malls or shopping centers.
Is Thailand safe to travel with a baby?
Thailand is relatively safe for family travel. However, as with any destination, there are specific risks that you need to be aware of. One of the most common risks are climate related: Be aware of problems like heat exposure, dehydration and local microbes in food. Go steady with local food and fruits (apart from sealed fruit). Go easy when you first arrive and treat diarrhea seriously (this can lead to dehydration very quickly in the hot tropical climate). Also be very cautious in the water. Jellyfish incidents are problematic in Thailand, especially on the east coast and islands.
Don’t miss our FULL GUIDE: Safe family travel in Thailand
What baby food can you get in Thailand?
If you are travelling Thailand with a baby you will be able to find plenty of food options. Keep an open mind. Food is widely availalble in Thailand and super cheap. Here are the types of food you can find in Thailand:
- Lots of fruit stalls selling bananas and tropical fruits
- Sticky rice and mango (or just sticky rice)
- Pancakes (often made on the streetside)
- Omlettes – available in many cafes and restaurants
- Boiled eggs (seven eleven stores, Family Mart and cafes)
- Yogurts (seven eleven stores and Family Mart)
- Steamed or boiled sweetcorn
- BBQ chicken and fried chicken are very common (doesn’t tend to be too spicy)
- BBQ fish – widely available
- Packaged breads (Seven eleven and family mart)
- Snacks such as dried fruits and nuts
- Bakeries – bread, croissants, cakes and buns widely available
- Banana chips
- Cheese toasties (Seven eleven and family mart classics)
- Sweet snacks
- Rice cakes
- Fast food chains available around Thailand
- Bottles of fresh orange juice
- Street side waffles are common
- Pad Thai can be good for a baby – but watch out it can be spicy
Can you buy baby supplies in Thailand?
Yes, you can buy baby supplies in Thailand. Seven eleven, Family Mart and Tesco Lotus are all great for finding baby supplies. It seems like there is a convenience store on every corner in Thailand. You can buy packets of nappies, formula powder and much more. We love the fact that the packs are not too big – great for travel.
- Formula (300 – 400 baht per box)
- Wet wipes
- Milk bottles
- Creams and lotions
- Toys
There are also plenty of pharmacies around too. It is generally very easy to find medicines for babies in Thailand. With Baby Milk – it can be expensive and you may not be able to get your preferred brands. So bring a sufficient supply. Also bring some back up, uncase you lose or spill your powder. Also keep the bag well sealed – the insects can be very keen in Thailand!
TOP TIP: Sun cream is ALSO quite expensive in Thailand (it can cost as much as 300 – 500 baht for a small bottle of suncream – that’s £6 – £10 or $8 – $12)
Can you buy nappies in Thailand?
YES! If you’re travelling Thailand with a baby you can buy nappies – literally everywhere including the small remote islands (as long as there is a 7 eleven there are nappies!)
Nappies are pretty affordable in Thailand. They also come in small handy travel size packs! A small bag of nappies may cost between 70 and 100 baht (£1.40 – £2.00 or $2 – $2.50) The Baby Love brand is affordable and we were impressed with the quality. No nappy rash and good sizes too! It is worth noting that nappies are generally Pull-up Pants style in Thailand – even for tiny babies! This takes a little getting used to. Oh yeah, baby wipes are also cheap and very easy to buy in Thailand so don’t worry about cramming your bags full of wipes!
TOP TIP: Here is a super-clever tip if you’re travelling Thailand with a Baby and you need a BIGGER pack of nappies. Pop in to your nearest 7 Eleven Store (they are literally ALL over Thailand). Ask at the counter if they have any special offers for online nappy orders (big packs). They can order for you then just pay at the till and keep the receipt. You should be able to pick up nappies within a day or two (same 7 Eleven store). This works even on the more remote islands AND it is one of cheapest way to get nappies in Thailand.
What are the facilities like in Thailand for babies?
The facilities for babies in Thailand are hit and miss
- Malls and shopping centers are widespread and often have baby changing facilities
- Outside of malls and shopping centres baby changing facilities are rare
- Loads of self service laundry machines around (they sometimes have driers too)
- Loads of super cheap laundrettes (normally around 40-50 baht per kg)
- There are street-side water fillers all over the place (normally around 1 baht per litre)
- Baby seats in restaurants are rare
What is the accommodation like in Thailand for families with a baby?
Thailand is great for baby friendly accomodation. If you are traveling Thailand with a baby on a LOW budget – you will need to be willing to bed share with your baby. Most cheap guest houses and hostels do not have cots or baby facilities.
On a mid-range budget you can normally find nice clean hotels that have SOME baby facilities such as cots and refrigerators in your room.
Luxurious hotels are surprisingly affordable in Bangkok and often have great family friendly facilities:
- Kids menus
- Kids clubs
- Baby sitting service (additional charges)
- Play spaces (indoor and out)
- Black out blinds
- Air conditioning
- Soundproof rooms
- Baby swimming pools
- Free cots available on request
- Bath tubs (more rare in Thailand)
Find family friendly accommodation in Thailand
We recommend using Agoda or booking.com to find a great place to stay in Thailand. They often have awesome deals on accommodation in Thailand. Another advantage of booking on Agoda or booking.com is that you can get excellent free cancellation policies and there is more accountability on a booking platform.
What is car rental like in Thailand?
Car rental is cheap and very good in Thailand. You can often rent a car for around 700 – 1,200 baht per day. They may also be able to include a baby seat – but may charge extra for this. Some car rental companies will not let you pick up a car unless you show your ID and drivers license (international drivers lisence recommended where possible). You may also need to give a deposit (normally a few thousand baht is sufficient for a deposit)
Things to pack if you are travelling Thailand with a baby
Here are some unique Thailand specific things you may want to pack for travelling Thailand with a baby
- Sun cream SPF50
- DEET free insect repellent (you can buy citronella based repellents in Thailand)
- Travel baby changing matt
- Umbrella for sun or rain
- Sling or baby carrier
- Refillable water bottle
- Waterproof layer
- Preferred formula and nappies (can buy both in Thailand too)
Note sun creams containing any of the following chemicals are banned in Thailand’s national marine parks due to the environmental impact on sealife and coral
- Oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3, BP-3)
- Octinoxate (Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate)
- 4-Methylbenzylid Camphor (4MBC)
- Butylparaben
TOP TIPS for traveling Thailand with a baby
Here are some top tips for traveling Thailand with a baby.
- If you are taking long distant journeys around Thailand (and you have the time) consider taking a Sleeper Train with a first class private cabin. Sleeper trains in Thailand a surprisingly affordable and you also save the cost of one night’s accommodation and don’t lose any days to travel.
- If you are short of time you can also take cheap domestic flights around Thailand.
- If you are looking for a good car rental in Thailand, speak to the company directly about including a baby seat in your rental deal.
- In Thailand they generally do not charge anything extra for a baby. This includes hotels, public transport and activities.
- Use an umbrella to protect your baby from the intense sun.
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