Guided Tours

Bangkok Temples Wat Arun and Wat Pho – Guided Walking Tour

Name: Bangkok Temples Wat Arun and Wat Pho – Guided Walking Tour
Start: 2025-10-11T15:30:00
End: 2025-10-11T18:30:00
Location: Bangkok

Wat Pho and Wat Arun temples at sunset in Bangkok, Thailand.

Monks walking among ornate stupas at Wat Pho Temple, Bangkok.

Golden Buddha statue inside Wat Pho temple, Bangkok, with ornate decorations and murals.

Wat Arun temple intricate sculptures on a guided walking tour in Bangkok, Thailand.

Duration

3 hr

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere and history of two of Bangkok’s most significant temples – Wat Pho (home to the ‘Reclining Buddha’ statue) and Wat Arun.

On this 3-hour walking tour, explore two of the most revered temples of Bangkok with an expert English and Thai-speaking guide.

Explore Wat Pho, the biggest complex in Bangkok and home to the 46-meter ‘Reclining Buddha’ statue.

At Wat Arun, soak up the intricate architecture of this royal temple and be sure to take lots of photos against this unique riverside backdrop.

Put on some traditional Thai garments and put your hair up in a stunning hairstyle to wander the temples with a hired photographer for company.

Fun fact: Tourists and locals get traditional Thai and herbal massages at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, which focuses on energy pathways in the body.

3-hour walking tour of two attractions: Wat Pho & Wat Arun

English and Thai-speaking tour guide

A bottle of drinking water

Small group

Rental traditional Thai costumes (as per option selected)

Professional hairstylists (as per option selected)

30/ 60 minutes with professional photographer (as per option selected)

Temple entrance fees (Wat Pho 200 THB, Wat Arun 100 THB)

Hotel pick up and drop off

Any meals and drinks

Gratuities

TOTAL DURATION3 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERWalk
FIRST DEPARTUREWat Pho
LAST DEPARTUREWat Pho
Timeline
Map
Start point
Tha Tian Pier
Get direction
10 min by Walk
0.2 km
1. Wat Pho
60 min
20 min by Walk
0.8 km
2. Wat Arun
90 min
10 min by Walk
0.7 km
End point
Tha Tian Pier
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Did you know ‘wat’ means ‘temple’ in Thai? On this guided walking tour of two of Bangkok’s most significant temple attractions, experience the serene Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha) and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn).

Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha)

Wat Pho is the largest and oldest Buddhist temple complex in Bangkok and home to Thailand's largest Buddha. The temple was built during the reign of Rama I in the Ayutthaya architectural style. With 16 entrances, gold statues of various Buddhas, marble interiors, and noteworthy artwork from the early Bangkok period – Wat Pho is truly an impressive religious structure. The biggest highlight is, of course, the ‘Reclining Buddha of Wat Pho’. It’s 46-meters in length and 15-meters in height from the base to the topknot. The feet – inlaid with auspicious mother-of-pearl – alone measure 5-meters in length and 3-meters in height.

Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)

A picturesque sight along the banks of the Chao Phraya river, this royal monastery has been named for Aruna, the God of Dawn, and dates back to the Ayutthaya period. It has an exquisite architectural style with a central prang (also ‘spire’) and the use of materials like glazed porcelain and benjarong multi-colored crockery. Carefully observe the exteriors as you enter this 300-year-old complex. Watch out for formidable mythical giant demons that guard the entrances and visit the Ordination Hall and the Bell Tower, and see many Buddha statues. Make sure to enjoy the vibrant nature of one of the city’s most favored temples.

What to bring

Wear comfortable shoes to navigate the temple premises comfortably.

Male guests must wear long pants and shirts with sleeves, while female guests must wear long skirts or long pants to cover their knees, and shoulders should be kept covered.

Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?

Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

Bring a camera, sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray, and a hat to beat the bugs and the heat.

What’s not allowed

Strict dress code: Tight leggings, torn pants, and transparent clothing.

Additional information

Heavy traffic is expected in the mornings and can vary greatly when compared to the travel time stated in navigation apps (e.g. Google Map).

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.