Bangkok Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Tour: Explore Historic and Cultural Landmarks
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21 Ratings
Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang
Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Bangkok on a tour of the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha. Explore these iconic landmarks with a knowledgeable local guide.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- The Grand Palace - Visit the most popular tourist attraction in Bangkok, The Royal Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) The glittering Grand Palace in Bangkok is an architectural wonder that was once home to the kings of the Chakri Dynasty.
- Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) - Both Grand Palace and Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) are situated in the same compound. They are among the top must-visit destinations in Thailand.
Wat Phra Kaew commonly known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. It regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. The complex consists of a number of buildings within the precincts of the Grand Palace in the historical center of Bangkok. It houses the statue of the Emerald Buddha.
Get insight into the history and culture with our local expert tour guide.
What's Included
- Guided tour with a licensed English-speaking guide
- Complimentary bottle of water
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee (Grand Palace 500 THB per person)
- Personal Expenses
Additional Information
Visit the most popular tourist attraction in Bangkok, The Royal Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew).
Both the Grand Palace and the Temple of Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) are situated in the same compound. They are among the top must-visit destinations in Thailand.
Get insight into the history and culture with our local expert tour guide.
- Remember that temples are sacred places and you must dress appropriately. Shoulders and ankles need to be covered (for both men and women; sleeveless shirt with a scarf covering is also not allowed). No shorts, leggings, ripped jeans, slippers (flip-flops), or revealing tops, otherwise you won’t be allowed in.
Location
Tha Chang
Na Phra Lan Road
Tha Chang ferry pier, located next to the Grand Palace.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Carolvancouver_11
Apr 9, 2024
Very interesting tour of Bangkok’s most treasured sites - Nikki was our knowledgeable guide and we were lucky that it was just my husband and I on the tour. She was an excellent guide, teaching us about the Grand Palace and Temples and the meaning behind the art and architecture. It was very hot and she made sure we were as comfortable as possible with water and cooling cloths. Highly recommend!
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Sudha_m
Apr 3, 2024
Top Guide for our tour - Our guide was very knowledgeable and very considerate. It was easy to ask him questions.
A great experience. A great guide
Thank you
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Jai_m
Feb 23, 2024
Grand Palace / Emerald Buddha Tour - Grand Palace was beautiful. Lovely architecture.
Nikki out Tour Guide took nice care of us and gave us an excellent tour.
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Otilia_c
Feb 12, 2024
Excellent - The kindness of guide and her knowledge was astonishing
Also she had a great attitude
I reccomend this great tour where you could see richness and beauty
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Enkhmaa_u
Jan 29, 2024
Very informative tour guide - Our guide Sunday was very helpful, informative and super nice guy. It was great way to see the palace.
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David_t
Jan 10, 2024
Great start to my first trip to Thailand - Great location to visit with a lot of great picture opportunities. Rampai, our tour guide, spoke great English and was very knowledgeable about everything on the tour. Definitely learned a lot throughout the tour and Rampai also pointed out great places for pictures and to avoid the large crowd.
Would recommend this tour
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Stella_k
Jan 6, 2024
Excellent - Great experience, we learned a lot about the country’s history, religion and culture. Sunday was the best guide we could have wished for!
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Limber_s
Apr 4, 2024
Go in cool weather - The Palaces were breathtaking,.magnificent. our guide was very engaging and knowledgeable. But the tour was conducted outside - not inside the buildings as I had anticipated - and it was a scorching 40 deg - made our experience terribly uncomfortable..I absolutely recommend going in cool weather.
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Celine_m
Apr 8, 2024
Very (too!) speedy tour - Sunday was a very pleasant young man and told us a lot about the history and culture associated with the Grand Palace. However we were with a younger couple and quite often he marched ahead talking to them so we didn’t hear what he had to say about various artefacts. And he did not give us time to stop and take photos. I felt like he was on the clock the whole time (he probably was, as there was a 10am tour). Viator, don’t expect your guides to route march people around such beautiful sites, give them time to let us appreciate them!
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Donna_b
Feb 19, 2024
Missed the tour…wasn’t... - Missed the tour…wasn’t able to find the meeting place…confusing or lack of proper directions…!!!
So no highlights to share…😖
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