Thailand
Thailand is a country filled with excitement, fun and cultural juxtapositions that make it a must-go travel destination. Whether you are exploring the exotic nightlife of Phuket or the busy streets of Bangkok, Thailand will always surprise you at every turn. Enjoy the taste, sight and sound of a country bound for adventure in Thailand!
THB
Asia
The money
Until 1880, the Thai Baht was fixed to the British Pound at a rate of 8 TBH to 1 GBP. This rate changed several times until the Baht was re-pegged to the Japanese Yen at par during World War II. After the war, the currency changed its peg to 20.8 Baht per 1 US Dollar, then to 20 Baht per US Dollar in 1978, and to 25 Baht in 1984.
- Currency
- Thai Baht
- Code
- THB
- Symbol
- ฿
- One Australian dollar
- 22.8610 THB
Bank notes
- ฿20
- ฿50
- ฿100
- ฿500
- ฿1000
We supply notes only.
What things cost in Thailand
The left column is what the guide records locally. The right column is that same figure through today’s rate — the arithmetic we would do for you at the counter, done here instead.
| Everyday price | Baht | Australian dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range restaurant | 650 | A$28.43 |
| One-way ticket on local transport | 100 | A$4.37 |
| Bottle of water | 10 | A$0.44 |
Converted at 1 AUD = 22.8610 THB, our online rate as at 19 Sep 2026, 08:28. Local prices are a guide to what you will pay, not a quote.
Before you go
- Be wary of scams! Any business that is not strictly run by the Thai government can, and often is, run by people with the aim of ripping off ignorant tourists. If a tuk tuk ride or the repair costs of a damaged jet ski sound too expensive, it often is! Be sure to have a knowledgeable person, such as a local or frequent tourist with you that can help identify these scams.
- Always bargain ANY goods or services that you plan on buying. Most businesses in Thailand are not firm about their prices, therefore there is always room for negotiation. Worst case scenario, the vendor says no. Best case scenario, you walk away with a substantial discount on an item that is already extremely inexpensive!
- Dress appropriately for temples or religious sites. Most religious areas in Thailand have strict rules regarding clothing. A general rule would be to wear clothes that cover your shoulder and extend to at least your knees. A scarf or sarong would be extremely handy to bring with you! A lot of places also require you to frequently remove your shoes, so flip flops can come in handy as well.
- Do not drink tap water and be careful about where you buy your food. Food poisoning is a somewhat common occurrence for many tourists who visit Thailand. Avoiding it is easy! Make sure to buy lots of bottled water when you are travelling and be cautious about where you buy your street food from and you will not experience any difficulties.
- Do not forget sunscreen or insect repellent. Regardless of how tolerant you think you are to the sun, the weather extremes of Thailand are guaranteed to give you a sunburn if you do not put on sunscreen. Furthermore, wearing insect repellent will be especially handy in deterring mosquitoes from biting you; something many neglect until they are already bitten!
Thailand, photographed
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Phi Phi Islands — view full size
Phi Phi Islands -
Floating Markets — view full size
Floating Markets -
Bangla Road 1 — view full size
Bangla Road 1 -
Temple of the Emerald Buddha — view full size
Temple of the Emerald Buddha -
Wat Arun Ratchavararam — view full size
Wat Arun Ratchavararam -
The Grand Palace — view full size
The Grand Palace
Order your THB before you fly
Order online at today’s rate and collect it at the Ringwood counter, or have it delivered. The rate on this page is the rate we transact at.