Bangkok: Historic Siam and Cultural Gems Walking Tour

Old Bangkok's Buddhist Temples

Old Bangkok's Buddhist Temples. This temple, set among traditional-Thai buildings, features an ornate marble exterior and gold Buddha.

Pi Kun Bridge is a pedestrian overpass across...

Pi Kun Bridge is a pedestrian overpass across Khlong Khu Mueang Doem (old city moat), better known as Khlong Lot (tube canal)

Fort Mahakan, built in the 18th century, is...

Fort Mahakan, built in the 18th century, is one of the oldest structures in Bangkok

Take a stroll across the Rommaninat Park to...

Take a stroll across the Rommaninat Park to relax and enjoy a wide variety of flowers, plants and trees. Used a place for punishment in the past, the park hosts the old Bangkok prison, nowadays turned into a museum to retrace the history of the prison system in Thailand.

Located in the old neighborhood of Bangkok, this...

Located in the old neighborhood of Bangkok, this well-preserved street is full of shops selling Buddha statues and other memorabilia

The monastery perfectly integrates the culture of Thailand...

The monastery perfectly integrates the culture of Thailand and Europe, and can be regarded as a masterpiece of art in Buddhist monasteries.

Wat Racha Burana is a restored ruin of...

Wat Racha Burana is a restored ruin of a monastery located on the city island in the Historical Park of Ayutthaya

Drum Tower represents one of the first buildings...

Drum Tower represents one of the first buildings in the new city capital of Bangkok, featuring architectural elements from both Chinese and Thai styles, and modeled after the drum tower built during the Ayutthaya Period.

Visit Wat Pho, one of the largest and most important temples in Thailand

Visit Wat Pho, one of the largest and most important temples in Thailand. The complex features more than 1,000 Buddha images and statues, with the most famous one being 'The Reclining Buddha (Phra Buddha Saiya).

The Phahurat Market is also known as Bangkok's...

The Phahurat Market is also known as Bangkok's Little India is the focal point of Indian life in the area

Sampheng is a historic neighbourhood and market in Bangkok's Chinatown

Learn about the history of Thailand at the...

Learn about the history of Thailand at the Museum of Siam, the country’s first national discovery museum, established in the mid-2000s.

It is the longest wooden bridge in Thailand...

It is the longest wooden bridge in Thailand d and the second longest wooden bridge in the world.

This ancient gold shop dates back to the...

This ancient gold shop dates back to the reign of King Rama VI and still trades today, though there's also a visitors museum.

Wat Mangkon Kamalawat is the largest and most...

Wat Mangkon Kamalawat is the largest and most important Chinese temple in Bangkok. It was established in 1871 & originally named Wat Leng Noei Yi.

An entertainment complex and red-light district Thailand

An entertainment complex and red-light district Thailand. Originally that occupies a three-story commercial building in the Khlong Toei District of Bangkok. It describes itself as the "worlds largest adult playground"

Krungthong Plaza is a shopping centre in Thailand

Krungthong Plaza is a shopping centre in Thailand. Krungthong Plaza is situated nearby to City Complex Pratunam, and close to Hong Gi Seafood.

Constructed in 1993, Phrarajasatta Pavilion is a beloved...

Constructed in 1993, Phrarajasatta Pavilion is a beloved addition to Wat Pathum Wanaram, a mid-19th century Buddhist temple in Bangkok.

The Erawan Hindu shrine is a major landmark...

The Erawan Hindu shrine is a major landmark in the very centre of the Thai capital, it is the best known of a number of Hindu shrines in the vicinity, the Erawan was built in 1956 to ward off bad luck from a hotel that had just been built nearby.

Right at the centre of the Talat Phlu...

Right at the centre of the Talat Phlu neighbourhood is a railway station ringed with food stalls and shophouses

Is an area of shopping and entertainment in...

Is an area of shopping and entertainment in Bangkok, Siam Square itself is a peculiar combination of massive malls and lanes upon lanes with street vendors.

The King Prajadhipok Museum is housed in an...

The King Prajadhipok Museum is housed in an early 1900s neoclassical mansion dedicated to the narration of the life of King Prajadipok (Rama VII). During his reign he oversaw Thailand’s transition from outright monarchy to constitutional monarchy in 1932.

Visit Wat Ratchanatdaram, listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Visit Wat Ratchanatdaram, listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The temple features 37 bronze golden spires as well as a wide array of landmarks right next to it, including the Royal Reception Pavilion, and three minor pavilions.

Climb up to Wat Sa Ket on top...

Climb up to Wat Sa Ket on top of a 75 meters (246 ft) tall artificial hill; the vision of the temple is totally worth the effort! The building features a golden bell shape, and its impressive interior shows vibrant coloured walls, detailed paintings and a series of miniature sculptures.

Learn about the Giant Swing, a massive religious...

Learn about the Giant Swing, a massive religious structure situated right in front of Wat Suthat, one of the oldest and most impressive Buddhist temples in Bangkok.

Stroll across Pak Khlong Talat, one of the...

Stroll across Pak Khlong Talat, one of the most popular flower markets in Bangkok. Open 24/7, this market sells fruits and vegetables, but it is most famous for its flowers sold from all over Thailand.

Explore and relax at Saranrom Palace Park, once...

Explore and relax at Saranrom Palace Park, once an outdoor relaxation area reserved for the members of the Thai Royal Family. Located at a short distance from Grand Palace, the park hosts rare and native plants, centuries-old trees, colorful flowers and memorials.

The Berlin Pharmaceutical Museum pays tribute to the...

The Berlin Pharmaceutical Museum pays tribute to the history of Western-style medicine that was introduced to Bangkok in the 1700s and commemorates the work at legacy of Dr Chai Chaiyanuwat. The museum is located in the exact building where Dr. Chaiyanuwat had his medical practice

Chinatown Gate is an enormous, red massive Chinese...

Chinatown Gate is an enormous, red massive Chinese gate that functions as a roundabout. The monument marks the center of the city's Chinatown to welcome tourists and locals, and features a series of plaques containing information about the history of the Chinese community.

Enjoy local delicacies at the Michelin-rated street food...

Enjoy local delicacies at the Michelin-rated street food restaurant Kuai Chap Uan Photchana. Kuai Chap Uan Photchana’s main claim to fame are the Kuai Chap soup and taco style dishes, but there are also vegetarian options available for those with dietary needs.

Visit Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan, one of the...

Visit Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan, one of the most visited temples in Bangkok! The temple is known for hosting the largest golden buddha statue in the world made of solid gold, with a weight of 5.5 tonnes (5,500 kilograms) and a height of 3 meters (16 ft).