What to do in Bangkok Old Town

Activities, attractions and tours

Bangkok Old Town
Grand Palace featuring a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people
Temple of the Emerald Buddha which includes interior views, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Temple of the Emerald Buddha which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
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1. Khaosan Road

Khao San Road stands in stark contrast to the majestic temples and palaces that surround it. The care-free vibe of this busy hub in Bangkok’s Old City (Rattanakosin) makes it a Thai icon for backpackers. The short street is packed with tourists, hawkers, tour operators, bartenders and tattooists. Daytime visits offer pleasant strolls past the shops and food stalls, but expect a sensory overload at night.
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Khao San Road which includes markets, street scenes and night scenes

2. Grand Palace

The gilded roofs of the Grand Palace are Bangkok’s most famous landmark. This not-to-be missed sight offers many photo opportunities outside, and more than 200 years of royal and sacred history inside the palace’s white walls. The complex is home to the much-worshipped Emerald Buddha and many elaborately decorated temples, statues and pagodas.
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Grand Palace which includes heritage architecture and a garden

3. Temple of the Emerald Buddha

“Temple of the Emerald Buddha” is the English nickname for the striking place where you can admire the most sacred object in the Kingdom of Thailand: a small stone Buddha that sits in a meditative pose on an oversized golden throne. Thai people believe it is the oldest sculpture of Buddha, which makes it a much-worshipped object.
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Temple of the Emerald Buddha which includes a temple or place of worship as well as a large group of people

4. Wat Pho

Wat Po is one of the top attractions in Bangkok for Thai people and tourists alike. The large temple is famous for its giant Reclining Buddha and has more Buddha statues than any other temple in the country. It is also one of the oldest public universities in the country and the official school of traditional Thai massage.
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Wat Pho showing a temple or place of worship, interior views and religious aspects

5. Bangkok National Museum

Visit National Museum Bangkok to see valuable pieces of Thai heritage and art up close. View ancient sculptures, royal antiques and statues of Buddha from every era of Thai history, all surrounded by traditional Thai architecture.
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What to do in Bangkok Old Town

Popular places to visit

Khao San Road which includes markets, street scenes and night scenes

Khaosan Road

4/5(320 reviews)

This “anything goes” street is a hot spot for budget travelers who want to buy cheap clothes and souvenirs, people-watch or party all night.

Khaosan Road
Grand Palace which includes heritage architecture and a garden

Grand Palace

4.5/5(355 reviews)

The majestic European/Asian-style complex was once the home of the kings of Siam and is now both a place of worship and a must-see Bangkok landmark.

Grand Palace
Temple of the Emerald Buddha which includes a temple or place of worship as well as a large group of people

Temple of the Emerald Buddha

4.5/5(181 reviews)

A small but extremely important Thai religious icon sits on a golden pedestal within the ornate Wat Phra Kaew structure on the grounds of the Grand Palace.

Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Wat Pho showing a temple or place of worship, interior views and religious aspects

Wat Pho

4.5/5(241 reviews)

The “Temple of the Reclining Buddha” is the largest temple in the country and has more Buddha statues than any other Thai temple.

Wat Pho
Thammasat University

Thammasat University

4/5(6 reviews)

Explore the campus of Thammasat University during your visit to Bangkok. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in this vibrant area.

Thammasat University
Sanamluang

Sanamluang

Sanamluang is just one of the places to see in Bangkok, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Sanamluang
National Museum Bangkok

Bangkok National Museum

4/5(52 reviews)

Journey through the various stages of Thailand’s history at the home of the nation’s biggest art and crafts collection.

Bangkok National Museum
Democracy Monument

Democracy Monument

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You can find out about the history of Bangkok with a stop at Democracy Monument. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

Democracy Monument
Giant Swing

Giant Swing

Learn about the local history of Bangkok when you take a trip to Giant Swing. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Giant Swing

Day trip destinations from Bangkok Old Town

Sukhumvit featuring night scenes and city views

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