Suvarnabhumi Airport 1 hr 4
Siam Museum (31 min) Museum in a 19th-century building with hands-on exhibits & programs exploring the country's history. Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan (37 min) Monumental Buddhist temple right on the river, with an iconic, ornately tiled central prang (spire). Wat Phra Kaew (Wat Phra Si Rattana Sasadaram) (30 min) On the grounds of the Grand Palace, this sacred temple is renowned for its Emerald Buddha. Thai Human Imagery Museum (25 min) Wax museum since 1989 with fiberglass sculptures depicting famous figures in Thai history & culture. Taling Chan Floating Market (26 min) Traditional floating market where boats tie up along the river to sell a variety of food & drink. Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market (23 min) Floating market & food venue with vendors in wooden boats filled with goods & souvenirs for sale. ChangChui (25 min) Lively, modern destination featuring artisanal & designer shops, art exhibits, global fare & events. National Museum of Royal Barges (30 min) Hangar museum housing some of the elaborately carved ceremonial barges used in royal processions. Siriraj Medical Museum (33 min) Museum covering 5 separate medical areas: parasitology, pathology, anatomy, forensics & history. Wat Sam Phran (28 min) Temple, architecture, buddhism, and history The Grand Palace (32 min) Built in 1782, this ornate royal palace complex now houses a museum & is open to visitors. National Museum (37 min) Museum, buddhism, and artifact Sanam Luang (29 min) Iconic, grassy city park serving as the site of occasional community & royal events. The Artist's House (31 min) Centuries-old house turned gallery, with local artwork, photography & a puppet theater. Wat Phra Chetuphon (Wat Pho - Temple of the Reclining Buddha) (31 min) Large landmark temple offering serene grounds with a giant reclining Buddha, historic art & statues. |