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Tuk Tuk City Tour: Discover Bangkok's Markets, Temples, and Hidden Gems

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130 Ratings

Khwaeng Somdet Chao Phraya

Can you picture Bangkok minus the tuk tuks? It wouldn’t quite have the same feel, would it? Embark on this exclusive Bangkok adventure that utilizes everyone’s preferred tiny ‘vehicle’ to traverse the old city’s distinct markets, spectacular temples, and concealed treasures.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Amulet Market - There is probably nothing quite as iconic in Asia as the beloved tuk tuk. Picture the streets of any city or town in this part of the world and they would be empty without at least a dozen of these awesome little buggies. A ride on a tuk tuk is undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Bangkok, and completely necessary to make you feel like a local. Avoid the tuk tuk tour scams that permeate the city and join our authentic local experience instead. To really get to know Bangkok culture and daily life in Thailand, you need to get yourself this ultimate tuk tuk experience, the Bangkok day tour with a twist!

You’ll dig right into this Bangkok tuk tuk tour by riding one from the very start. Your local guide will ride along with you and you’ll whizz through the busy streets of Bangkok, stopping at the marvellous Phra Sumeru Fortress, where you’ll learn a bit about the history behind this area.

Next stop on the tuk tuk ride is the Amulet Market, where locals sell all kinds of traditional Thai amulets, charms, and medicines. Your local guide will explain the significance of all these mysterious items and what part they play in Thai culture. Knick-knacks and spooky bits and bobs have all kinds of different meanings in Thailand, from good luck to warding off evil. Instead of having that quizzical look on your face about what they mean, your guide will give you the local lowdown.

What's Included

Tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
Climb 318 steps to the top of the Golden Mount for a 360-degree view of the city
Visit Amulet Market and Pak Khlong Talat Flower market
Friendly Local English-speaking guide
Try your hand at whichever stage of bowl-making
Feel like a local and ride the old city in an iconic tuk tuk
Visit Wat Pho Temple, the biggest and most beautiful reclining Buddha
Get in marvellous Phra Sumeru Fortress

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks

Additional Information

Minimum age is 6 years
This tour visits religious sites. To respect this and for your own comfort, please wear clothing that covers your shoulders, waist and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot and humid Bangkok climate.
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour: This tour visits a local market vendor who shows you how to fold lotus flower petals like Thai people often do when using them in worship. You’ll have a chance to try preparing the flowers for yourself and learn how local people use them at temples.
You’ll also visit the small community of Ban Baat who have been making alms bowls for monks by hand since the late 1700s. These days most monk’s bowls are factory made, but there are a handful of families preserving the traditional methods. You’ll stop to meet one of these families who will give you the chance to try your hand at whichever stage of bowl-making they happen to be at during your visit.
While we strongly recommend that all travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the risk of transmission and avoid putting undue strain on healthcare services, vaccinations are not a requirement to join an Urban Adventures tour.

Location

Sanam Chai

ถนน พระปกเกล้า

Inside Sanam Chai MRT station at the bottom of the escalators of Exit 1 (Museum Siam). If you come by taxi please enter the station in the grounds of Museum Siam and go down 2 sets of escalators.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Donna_m

Jan 3, 2024

6 star experience - Pam our guide is star! Everyone needs this lady to guide them through Bangkok x she was knowledgeable kind helpful caring and considerate x

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Joshhi1065uf

Apr 21, 2023

City tour with the Apple touch! - Our guide, Apple, was a great tour guide. Giving us information about each of the locations. It was a great snapshot of Bangkok.