Grand Palace & Temples of Bangkok with Experienced Guide
by WanderSiam
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.฿1,360Overview
This four-hour walking tour in Bangkok focuses on the city’s royal and religious landmarks connected to the Chakri Dynasty. The meeting point is at Tha Chang Pier, located opposite the Grand Palace on the Chao Phraya River. From there, the route begins at the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, where the guide explains the history of the palace built in 1782 by King Rama I, who moved the capital to Bangkok. Visitors will learn about the palace’s role as the royal residence for 150 years and its current status as the spiritual center of Thailand. Entrance fees for the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are paid on site and are not included in the tour price. Next, the tour visits Wat Pho, one of Bangkok’s oldest and largest temple complexes. Wat Pho holds the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand and is also the country’s earliest public education center focused on religion, science, and literature. The guide points out the reclining Buddha statue, one of the largest in the nation. Entrance fees for Wat Pho must be paid in cash on the day of the tour. The final stop is Wat Arun, or the Temple of Dawn, a landmark featuring an 82-meter high Khmer-style tower decorated with floral mosaics made from broken Chinese porcelain. Wat Arun gained prominence after the Emerald Buddha and capital moved to Bangkok. Entrance to Wat Arun is also paid on site. Throughout the tour, a local English-speaking guide provides detailed explanations, and a bottle of drinking water is included. Visitors must dress respectfully, covering shoulders and ankles, as the temples are sacred sites with strict dress codes.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tha Chang Pier
The tour begins at Tha Chang Pier, located across the road from the Grand Palace on the Chao Phraya River. This is the designated meeting point where guests gather before starting the walking tour.
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
The Grand Palace complex includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), considered the spiritual heart of Thailand. Built in 1782 by King Rama I when he moved the capital to Bangkok, the Grand Palace served as the royal residence for 150 years. Visitors see the palace’s architecture and learn about its history. Entrance fees here are paid on site and cost THB 500 per person.
90 min
WatPo Thai Traditional Massage School
Wat Pho is one of Bangkok’s oldest and largest temples, home to the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand. It is also the country’s earliest center for public education in religion, science, and literature. The guide shows the reclining Buddha statue, one of the largest in the country. Entrance fees of THB 300 per person are paid in cash on the tour day.
60 min
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Wat Arun, known as the Temple of Dawn, is a famous Bangkok landmark featuring an 82-meter high Khmer-style tower decorated with floral mosaics of broken Chinese porcelain. The temple gained significance after the capital and Emerald Buddha moved to Bangkok. Entrance fee is THB 200 per person and is paid on site.
60 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of Tha Chang Ferry counter on the Chao Phraya River, located across the road from the Grand Palace. After booking, you will receive a confirmation email that includes photos of the exact meeting location. Please check your inbox carefully, including your spam folder.
End point
Tha Tien express boat pier
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Grand Palace & Temples of Bangkok with Experienced Guide
by WanderSiam
Choose from 5 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.฿1,360Overview
This four-hour walking tour in Bangkok focuses on the city’s royal and religious landmarks connected to the Chakri Dynasty. The meeting point is at Tha Chang Pier, located opposite the Grand Palace on the Chao Phraya River. From there, the route begins at the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, where the guide explains the history of the palace built in 1782 by King Rama I, who moved the capital to Bangkok. Visitors will learn about the palace’s role as the royal residence for 150 years and its current status as the spiritual center of Thailand. Entrance fees for the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are paid on site and are not included in the tour price. Next, the tour visits Wat Pho, one of Bangkok’s oldest and largest temple complexes. Wat Pho holds the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand and is also the country’s earliest public education center focused on religion, science, and literature. The guide points out the reclining Buddha statue, one of the largest in the nation. Entrance fees for Wat Pho must be paid in cash on the day of the tour. The final stop is Wat Arun, or the Temple of Dawn, a landmark featuring an 82-meter high Khmer-style tower decorated with floral mosaics made from broken Chinese porcelain. Wat Arun gained prominence after the Emerald Buddha and capital moved to Bangkok. Entrance to Wat Arun is also paid on site. Throughout the tour, a local English-speaking guide provides detailed explanations, and a bottle of drinking water is included. Visitors must dress respectfully, covering shoulders and ankles, as the temples are sacred sites with strict dress codes.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tha Chang Pier
The tour begins at Tha Chang Pier, located across the road from the Grand Palace on the Chao Phraya River. This is the designated meeting point where guests gather before starting the walking tour.
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
The Grand Palace complex includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), considered the spiritual heart of Thailand. Built in 1782 by King Rama I when he moved the capital to Bangkok, the Grand Palace served as the royal residence for 150 years. Visitors see the palace’s architecture and learn about its history. Entrance fees here are paid on site and cost THB 500 per person.
90 min
WatPo Thai Traditional Massage School
Wat Pho is one of Bangkok’s oldest and largest temples, home to the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand. It is also the country’s earliest center for public education in religion, science, and literature. The guide shows the reclining Buddha statue, one of the largest in the country. Entrance fees of THB 300 per person are paid in cash on the tour day.
60 min
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Wat Arun, known as the Temple of Dawn, is a famous Bangkok landmark featuring an 82-meter high Khmer-style tower decorated with floral mosaics of broken Chinese porcelain. The temple gained significance after the capital and Emerald Buddha moved to Bangkok. Entrance fee is THB 200 per person and is paid on site.
60 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of Tha Chang Ferry counter on the Chao Phraya River, located across the road from the Grand Palace. After booking, you will receive a confirmation email that includes photos of the exact meeting location. Please check your inbox carefully, including your spam folder.
End point
Tha Tien express boat pier
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.