The Grand Palace

As the most popular attraction in Bangkok and one of the most popular in all of Thailand, The Grand Palace is a busy place. A sprawling complex of buildings set against the Chao Phraya River in the heart of the city, it was the official residence of the Kings of Siam from the late 18th to early 20th centuries. While it’s no longer home to the King you can still find some incredible things here, like the sacred and magnificent Temple of the Emerald Buddha, made entirely of jade. Read our blog post on Bangkok.

Category
Culture
Sustainability factor
Local, Education
Must do
Go early! The place is a madhouse in the middle of the day, so visiting in the morning is a must.
Details
  • Located at Na Phra Lan Rd, next to the Chao Phraya River - take a local bus from Sukhumvit or you can hop on the ferry from other parts of town
  • P - +66 2 623 5500
  • Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm (leave 2-3 hours for the visit)
  • When visiting, both men and women should cover arms and legs out of respect. You can pick up items to cover up with at the palace, but there’s usually a line.
Price
($$) Admission is about $12
Website
The best info can be found on The Grand Palace TripAdvisor Page