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Enjoy a visit to the Grand Palace and witness the beautiful emerald Buddha made entirely of jade in Wat Phra Kaew.
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Grand Palace in Bangkok with ornate architecture and manicured gardens.

Grand Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

1 hr

  • Say goodbye to tiring long queues with skip-the-line tickets to the Grand Palace, once home to the Kings of the Chakri Dynasty.

  • Feel a sense of peace and awe in the Wat Phra Kaew, which features golden stupas and houses the famous Emerald Buddha.

  • Explore the traditional garments and royal attire showcasing the craftsmanship of Thai weavers in the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles.

  • Watch the Ramakien come to life with the traditional and vibrant Thai dance drama, Khon at the Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre.

  • Fun fact: The Emerald Buddha wears a seasonal costume, which is changed by the King during winter, summer, and monsoon seasons as it is believed to bring good fortune every season.

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  • Say goodbye to tiring long queues with skip-the-line tickets to the Grand Palace, once home to the Kings of the Chakri Dynasty.

  • Feel a sense of peace and awe in the Wat Phra Kaew, which features golden stupas and houses the famous Emerald Buddha.

  • Explore the traditional garments and royal attire showcasing the craftsmanship of Thai weavers in the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles.

  • Watch the Ramakien come to life with the traditional and vibrant Thai dance drama, Khon at the Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre.

  • Fun fact: The Emerald Buddha wears a seasonal costume, which is changed by the King during winter, summer, and monsoon seasons as it is believed to bring good fortune every season.

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฿650
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Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew with ornate spires in Bangkok, Thailand.

Bangkok Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha – Guided Walking Tour

2 hrs - 2 hrs 30 mins

  • Visit the most landmark attractions of Thailand - Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew to get a closer look into the history of the country with your expert English and Thai-speaking tour guide.

  • Walk through the corridors of the Grand Palace and get a closer look into the lives of royalty.

  • Take a gander at the mesmerising architecture and the splendid statues standing tall in the Palace.

  • At Wat Phra Kaew take in the view of the country's most sacred and revered Emerald Buddha statue which was created with a single piece of jade.

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  • Visit the most landmark attractions of Thailand - Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew to get a closer look into the history of the country with your expert English and Thai-speaking tour guide.

  • Walk through the corridors of the Grand Palace and get a closer look into the lives of royalty.

  • Take a gander at the mesmerising architecture and the splendid statues standing tall in the Palace.

  • At Wat Phra Kaew take in the view of the country's most sacred and revered Emerald Buddha statue which was created with a single piece of jade.

from
฿550
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Visitor exploring Wat Pho temple complex in Bangkok, Thailand.

Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho & Golden Mount City Tour

4 hrs
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  • Take in sweeping Old Town views from the top of the Golden Mount.

  • Drift through Bangkok’s canals, ride a tuk-tuk, and explore on foot.

  • Step inside the Grand Palace and feel Thailand’s royal heritage.

  • See the Emerald Buddha and hear the stories behind its importance.

  • Wander Wat Pho’s courtyards and meet the iconic Reclining Buddha.

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  • Take in sweeping Old Town views from the top of the Golden Mount.

  • Drift through Bangkok’s canals, ride a tuk-tuk, and explore on foot.

  • Step inside the Grand Palace and feel Thailand’s royal heritage.

  • See the Emerald Buddha and hear the stories behind its importance.

  • Wander Wat Pho’s courtyards and meet the iconic Reclining Buddha.

from
฿2,166.45
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Woman walking near golden stupa at Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok.

Bangkok City Highlights – Grand Palace, Wat Arun, and Wat Pho Guided Walking Tour

4 hrs - 6 hrs 30 mins

  • Visit the cultural highlights of Bangkok on this guided walking tour, where you’ll get ample time to visit each attraction.

  • This tour is ideal for culture enthusiasts who want to bypass crowds and discover Bangkok’s spiritual heritage with expert guides fluent in English & Chinese.

  • The tour includes the towering Emerald Buddha at the Grand Palace, the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and a boat ride to the mesmerizing Wat Arun.

  • Your guide will share captivating stories of Thai Buddhism, royal history, and the architectural brilliance behind these UNESCO-recognized temples.

  • Choose a private tour (minimum 2 guests) for a more intimate, customized journey through Bangkok's iconic temples.

More details

  • Visit the cultural highlights of Bangkok on this guided walking tour, where you’ll get ample time to visit each attraction.

  • This tour is ideal for culture enthusiasts who want to bypass crowds and discover Bangkok’s spiritual heritage with expert guides fluent in English & Chinese.

  • The tour includes the towering Emerald Buddha at the Grand Palace, the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and a boat ride to the mesmerizing Wat Arun.

  • Your guide will share captivating stories of Thai Buddhism, royal history, and the architectural brilliance behind these UNESCO-recognized temples.

  • Choose a private tour (minimum 2 guests) for a more intimate, customized journey through Bangkok's iconic temples.

from Original price฿2,800
฿2,000

29% off

Slide 1 of 11, Wat Phra Kaew and Grand Palace in Bangkok under blue sky, with traditional Thai attire.
Wat Phra Kaew and Grand Palace in Bangkok under blue sky, with traditional Thai attire.

Grand Palace & Wat Pho + Hanuman Sky Pass

Explore at your pace

  • One plan for Bangkok’s headline temples (Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun) and a timed Akara Sky Hanuman rooftop session.

  • Bangkok City Highlights walking tour: Explore the Grand Palace complex (including Wat Phra Kaew), Wat Pho, and Wat Arun with an expert English/Chinese-speaking guide.

  • Includes tour-day essentials like a shuttle boat ticket, drinking water, a cold towel, and insurance.

  • Akara Sky Hanuman: Timed rooftop entry with access to the Sky Observation Deck, Sky Night Market, Hanuman Cinema, and experiences like Virtual Loy Krathong.

  • Pick the rooftop time slot and add-ons that fit your plans, from daytime entry to sunset or night sessions (as per option selected).

More details

  • One plan for Bangkok’s headline temples (Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun) and a timed Akara Sky Hanuman rooftop session.

  • Bangkok City Highlights walking tour: Explore the Grand Palace complex (including Wat Phra Kaew), Wat Pho, and Wat Arun with an expert English/Chinese-speaking guide.

  • Includes tour-day essentials like a shuttle boat ticket, drinking water, a cold towel, and insurance.

  • Akara Sky Hanuman: Timed rooftop entry with access to the Sky Observation Deck, Sky Night Market, Hanuman Cinema, and experiences like Virtual Loy Krathong.

  • Pick the rooftop time slot and add-ons that fit your plans, from daytime entry to sunset or night sessions (as per option selected).

from Original price฿3,800
฿3,000

21% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Self-guided standard entry is the lowest-commitment option, but it is basic admission only: Grand Palace grounds, Wat Phra Kaew, and included exhibition halls. It does not include a guide, audio guide, or transfers.

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About Grand Palace Bangkok

The Grand Palace combines a former royal residence with Thailand’s most sacred Buddhist temple in the same enclosed complex. A single visit covers Wat Phra Kaew, the Ramakien mural cloister, royal audience halls, and museum spaces such as the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles, giving religious, political, and artistic context in about 2–3 hours.

Did you know?

The Emerald Buddha is not actually emerald. Tourism Authority of Thailand describes it as green jade or jasper, and the figure is only about 66 cm high.

Why visit Grand Palace Bangkok?

See Thailand’s Most Sacred Buddha Image

Wat Phra Kaew houses the Emerald Buddha, a green jade or jasper figure about 66 cm high set high above the altar. Its gold costumes are changed three times a year by the King in a seasonal ceremony, making this the spiritual center of the complex. Photography is forbidden inside the ordination hall.

Plan your visit

Main Public Entrance (Na Phra Lan Road / Outer Court Gate)

Located on Na Phra Lan Road opposite Sanam Luang, this is the main public entrance used by nearly all visitors and tours. The ticket pavilion is beside this gate, and the entry flow typically includes security and bag screening, dress-code checks, ticket purchase or voucher handling, and then ticket scanning at inner checkpoints. Morning queues build quickly from around 9am, so arriving near opening usually means a shorter wait. The approach is largely level, but dense crowds and security lanes may be difficult for wheelchair users without assistance. Follow the palace wall and crowd lines on Na Phra Lan Road to find the correct gate.

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