Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Wat Pho and explore the magnificent Reclining Buddha. Discover the rich history, sacred artifacts, and ancient legends of this iconic temple in Thailand.
Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Wat Pho and explore the magnificent Reclining Buddha. Discover the rich history, sacred artifacts, and ancient legends of this iconic temple in Thailand.
- Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan - Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is best known for the immense Buddha statue for which it is named. The statue, which depicts the Buddha at the moment of his death and ascension to nirvana, is about 150 feet long and 50 feet high, absolutely dominating the room. As you admire…
- Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan - Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is best known for the immense Buddha statue for which it is named. The statue, which depicts the Buddha at the moment of his death and ascension to nirvana, is about 150 feet long and 50 feet high, absolutely dominating the room. As you admire the impressive sculpture, you’ll learn all about the profound significance of this depiction, as well as the importance of Buddhism within Thailand.
Note: This 0.1+mile-long tour covers the essentials of Bangkok’s Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) in 1-2 hours
- Suan Misakawan Junction - This raised garden is most famous for the Bodhi tree. It is under a Bodhi tree that Buddha sat and meditated as he awaited enlightenment.
- Phra Mondop - This elaborate structure is beautiful on the outside but contains something extraordinary inside: A collection of the earliest Buddhist teachings known as the Tripitaka. Beyond the mondop there are three pavilions featuring murals that depict the epic of Ramayana, which you can learn more about as you admire the artwork.
- Phra Ubosot (The Chapel) - Phra Ubosot is the ordination hall, the most sacred structure in Wat Pho. An impressive Buddha statue made from gold-copper alloy looks across the hall, and subtle symbols appear on almost every surface. As you explore the hall, you’ll learn how to understand the meaning behind these symbols.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive…
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
At Wat Pho, you’ll get up close and personal with the Reclining Buddha, the biggest and most famous statue in Thailand! Like the much-photographed Buddha, the rest of Wat Pho is simply too beautiful to be captured by photos. As you walk these hallowed grounds, you’ll discover the rich history behind the temple’s artwork, its sacred artifacts, and more….
At Wat Pho, you’ll get up close and personal with the Reclining Buddha, the biggest and most famous statue in Thailand! Like the much-photographed Buddha, the rest of Wat Pho is simply too beautiful to be captured by photos. As you walk these hallowed grounds, you’ll discover the rich history behind the temple’s artwork, its sacred artifacts, and more. You’ll also hear about ancient kings, battles between supernatural forces, and Buddhism’s origins.
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
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This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
- Not familiar with our self-guided audio tours? Watch this quick tutorial: https://actiontourguide.com/tutorial Talk to us! (315) 291-0634
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
