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Bangkok: City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour

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2042 reviews
Activity provider:Bigcountry Experience Co.,Ltd.
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Guided tour

Bangkok: City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour

Activity provider:Bigcountry Experience Co.,Ltd.
4.6  / 5
2042 reviews

From $39.21 per person

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Immerse yourself in the cultural and historical heritage of Bangkok by exploring the Grand Palace, the Emerald Buddha Temple and the options for Wat Pho, local markets and Wat Arun. Enjoy this trip with an experienced, local tour guide.

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Duration 2 - 4 hours
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Live tour guide
German, English
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Visit Bangkok’s must-see attractions with tickets to the Grand Palace, the Emerald Buddha Temple, Wat Pho and Wat Arun
  • Marvel at the Grand Palace, once the home of the kings of Siam and now a place of worship and big ceremonies
  • Explore the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and admire the brightly colored buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics
  • Admire the beauty of the Reclining Buddha and learn the history of Wat Pho, the oldest and largest temple complex in Bangkok
  • See Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, to admire its pagoda, colorful porcelain tiles, bell tower and giant statues
Full description
Meet the group at River City Bangkok by 9:00 AM and head to the Emerald Buddha Temple by local transport. Along the way, pass by the amulet market, one of the most famous, historical community markets of Rattanakosin Island. Discover the first stop of Wat Phra Kaew which is commonly known in English as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and officially as Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram. It is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.  Explore the Grand Palace which was the official residence of the Kings of Thailand. 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.  After the Grand Palace, continue to visit Wat Pho, if you've selected this option. On the way, pass Tha Thien Market, a cultural food market that sells dried, salted seafood and wholesale products. Visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho. It is on the list of six temples in Thailand classed as the highest grade of first-class royal temples. Learn about King Rama I who rebuilt the temple complex on an earlier temple site and how it became his main temple where some of his ashes are enshrined. The temple is considered the earliest center for medical public education surrounded by the marble illustrations and inscriptions placed in the temple for public instructions. It has been recognized by UNESCO in its Memory of the World Programme. Most importantly, it is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage which is still taught and practiced at the temple today. Complete the list of must-visit temples in Bangkok by continuing your journey to Wat Arun (the Temple of Dawn), one of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks. The temple is known for its giant 70-meter tower next to the Chao Phraya River and is decorated with tiny pieces of colored glass surrounded by Chinese porcelain.
Includes
  • Admission fees to the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha Temple
  • Admission fee to Wat Pho (if option selected)
  • Admission fee to Wat Arun (if option selected)
  • Professional licensed guide
  • Drinking water
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for the guide (optional)

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Meet your guide at River City Bangkok to being the tour

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  • 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

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Wayne – United KingdomNovember 27, 2023 – Verified booking
A really great guide who was knowledgable and friendly and went over and above to make to day enjoyable Virtually walked us back to our hotel and helped other guests as well as we were not sure how to get back having only landed in Bangkok the previous day A credit to the company. Sorry forgot her name but she does it everyday so she was telling us. Many thanks for making us feel valued
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GetYourGuide traveler – South KoreaNovember 26, 2023 – Verified booking
Made the day for our son on his birthday by singing to him and buying him ice cream. Our tour guide June was super helpful and accommodating and seemed to really care about our experience. It was really hot, but that’s really every day in Bangkok, so can’t really complain! Overall a great experience!
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GetYourGuide traveler – ThailandNovember 24, 2023 – Verified booking
Informational and not rushed - even finished later than stated. Was thinking that we won't have enough time to see all 4 places in 4 hrs but was very happy in the end. Mr. Luke was tireless talking about the history and the background of the venues - highly recommend
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