Bangkok Guided City and Temple Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Grand Palace's opulent architecture
- Marvel at Wat Arun's stunning riverside views
- Discover the revered Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew
- Learn about Thailand's rich cultural heritage
- Enjoy a guided tour with an expert local guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Visit to the Grand Palace
- Tour of Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
- Guided exploration of Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
The Golden Buddha, officially titled Phra Phuttha Maha Suwana Patimakon, is a gold Maravijaya Attitude seated Buddharupa statue, with a weight of 5.5 tonnes. It is located in the temple of Wat Traimit, Bangkok,
Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is one of Bangkok's most iconic and oldest temples. Famous for its massive 46-meter-long reclining Buddha statue covered in gold leaf, Wat Pho is a significant cultural and spiritual site. The temple complex is also renowned as a center of traditional Thai medicine and home to Thailand’s first public university. Visitors can explore its stunning architecture, intricately decorated chedis (stupas), and peaceful courtyards.
The Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabophit) in Bangkok is a stunning example of Thai architecture, known for its elegant use of Italian marble. This royal temple, built during the reign of King Rama V, features ornate gables, high ceilings, and a mix of traditional Thai and European design elements. Its central Buddha image, Phra Buddha Chinnarat, is one of Thailand’s most revered. The temple grounds are peaceful, with beautiful courtyards and gardens, making it a popular destination for both tourists and locals seeking serenity and cultural insight.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Photography may be restricted in certain temple areas; follow the guide's instructions.
- The tour operates rain or shine; consider bringing a raincoat or umbrella during the rainy season.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on uneven surfaces.
- Dress modestly; shoulders and knees should be covered when visiting temples.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats On Request Basis if advised at time of booking
- Children 2 and younger are complimentary.
- Price for children ages 2-11 years applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
- Tour includes hotel pick up and is available from most centrally located Bangkok hotels.
Traveler reviews
Great experience
We were lucky enough to be the only people on the tour. So having that private VIP experience was wonderful. Eddie our guide was very knowledgeable and spoke good English. Eddie and his driver took us to a temple, followed by an amazing flower market. Then onto the final temple by ferry crossing. It was a great experience and great way to see parts of Bangkok.
Affordable, accommodating and fun staff, interesting facts came from the tour guide
Ms Nok was a lovely tour guide, very pleasant and spoke good English and accommodated well. We had a wonderful time visiting all the temples in the itinerary and you get ample time learning about them from Ms Nok and photo-taking time for each. The reclining Buddha was stunning and enormous in size! Take note that lunch is not included in this package, only bottled water, so bring cash as Nok the guide suggested a few local places and well worth it!
Awesome tour. Guide explained everything really well and was helpful.
The Grand palace was so amazing and wonderful. The guide is smart and accommodating. The tour visiting the best 3 temples and the guide explained everything really well in english and was helpful. Hot day but a must if you visit Bangkok
well worth a visit in bangkok to introduce you to the city
We were picked up at the hotel on time. Ms Nuj was a great guide teaching us about their religion, Buddhism and the different kings that they had. The temples were majestic. I highly suggest you take the morning tour as there were not much tourists so it feels very serene and calm while going through the different temples. We highly appreciate that we were dropped off at our next destination instead of the hotel. Well recommended and prices included all the entrance fees too