Bangkok Grand Palace & Temples Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Grand Palace's opulent architecture
- Visit the revered Temple of the Emerald Buddha
- Marvel at the Reclining Buddha in Wat Pho
- Admire the intricate details of Wat Arun
- Learn about Thai history and culture from expert guides
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Meals and beverages not specified
Itinerary
Meet your English-speaking guide at the meeting point. Start the journey by walking 6 minutes from the meeting point to the Grand Palace. Nowadays, the Grand Palace is still used for official events. Several royal ceremonies and state functions are held within the walls of the palace every year.
Visit Wat Phra Kaew, is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. Explore the Grand Palace which was the official residence of the Kings of Thailand.
Visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The temple is considered the earliest center for medical public education surrounded by marble illustrations, the birthplace of traditional Thai massage which is still taught and practiced at the temple until today.
One of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks is known for its giant tower next to the Chao Phraya River standing 70 meters high. The temple is decorated with tiny pieces of colored glass surrounded by Chinese porcelain.
Meeting point
Start Location
River City Bangkok
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
- Ensure your camera or smartphone is fully charged for photo opportunities
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and appropriate attire for temple visits
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the sights
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking; the tour covers several kilometers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- You come by yourself to meeting point.
- Participants on this tour should note that the chapel is a national shrine and you will be required to wear proper attire: no bare shoulders and knees, or strapless-heel shoes
- Shoes must be removed before entering the temple buildings as a matter of respect
- Photography is permitted in the Royal Palace Grounds and in the compounds of the Emerald Buddha Temple, but not inside the buildings
- Restroom facilities are available
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
Traveler reviews
Good walk through some iconic sights
A comprehensive walk through the Grand Palace and the other temples was very informative. Pom was a great guide, giving us lots of information about the various sites.
Must do in Bangkok
The meeting point was easy to find and the tour guide was amazing. She was efficient, full of knowledge and very helpful. She was proud of her culture and we were in awe of what we saw. Pictures don do it justice like seeing for yourself.
Check-in times should be...
Check-in times should be adjusted. Advised to arrive at 7:00 AM only to then be advised regular timetable ferry not scheduled until 8am
Good day,So much History & Spiritalate
Good day,Tour guide-(Kamonnate Ohhoo) was very informal & always willing take pics of couple for them,was not able to visit Grande Palace of Princess Passing,so was promised rebursment 1000 Baht,still waiting that,5 days now...
First of all,our guide...
First of all,our guide was solid and very knowledgeable,so this isn't a knock on her at all.My disappointment is with the tour company not giving us a chance to either cancel or reschedule due to the Palace being closed,which is completely understandable.The tour company should have contacted us and informed us of the situation.That was very disappointing.With that being said,the rest of the tour was great,the sites were amazing and I still had a great time.Im feel very sad for the loss of the Royal family,so I understand why the Palace was closed as it should be.