Bangkok City Highlights Tour: Grand Palace & Three Iconic Temples
Overview
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Experience the spiritual heart of Bangkok on this half-day temple tour. Visit Wat Traimit, home to the world’s largest solid gold Buddha; Wat Pho, famous for its majestic Reclining Buddha and traditional Thai massage heritage; and Wat Arun, the stunning Temple of the Dawn with glittering porcelain spires and sweeping river views.
Highlights:
- Discover three of Bangkok’s most famous temples in one tour
- See the world’s largest solid gold Buddha at Wat Traimit
- Visit Wat Pho, home of the Reclining Buddha and Thai massage
- Admire Wat Arun’s striking riverside beauty and panoramic views
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing, especially when visiting temples. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate.
We are SHA Plus certified. A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
48 hours is needed to arrange for tour with special language other than English, we have the right to cancel with full refund if booking is made less than 48 hours
Please note that if the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are closed, we will visit Wat Traimit as an alternative.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
We will visit Wat Traimit if the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are closed
Admission to : Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Arun & Wat Phra Chetuphon
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private Transportation (Private Tour only)
Hotel Pickup & Drop off
Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
Optional
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Bangkok
Please wait at Hotel Lobby 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start. For Join Tour from Saphan Taksin:- Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
The Grand Palace
The Grand Palace is Bangkok’s most iconic landmark and a symbol of Thailand’s rich history and royal heritage. Built in 1782, this magnificent complex once served as the royal residence of Thai kings for over 150 years. Within its ornate walls lies Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. With its dazzling golden spires, intricate carvings, and stunning architecture, the Grand Palace remains a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Bangkok.
Options
Multi Language Tour
Private Tour in Russian/German/French/Spanish with pickup from Hotel. Please book 48 hours before
Multi Language: Please provide the preferred language during booking in special requirement section
Pickup included
Join Tour from Saphan Taksin
Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
Private Tour in English
Private Tour with pickup from Hotel lobby
Pickup included
Join Tour from Hotel
Join Tour with pickup from your hotel lobby
Pickup included
Reviews
526 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sunny the guide made a the rainy day bright
Mihai P,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Sunny made the whole experience wonderful despite the heavy rain storms. He is very informative and a very pleasant human being
Golden Buddha
Pooja B,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Good visit to the temples. Engaging tour guide. Palace was closed due to state mourning. The Golden Buddha temple was the highlight!
First time in Bangkok
Joshua H,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nina was a great guide and very informative! Full of energy too. The tour was so cool as well! The temples are beautiful and so much history.
Fun Bangkok temples tour...
Jeffrey F,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun Bangkok temples tour with very knowledgeable guide, Oh. Early week mornings are less crowded and a wee bit cooler. Cold water supplied was nice. Good driver who aptly navigated the busy traffic. Oh welcomed and answered question in great detail. Khop Khun Ka.
Excellent tour
Robert I,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The temples were beautiful. Our guide , Cindy, was friendly and knowledgeable. She made the experience even better. I am not sure I would have enjoyed it as much without her. I would highly recommend the tour and her.
Wonderful Experience
Alexander L,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience on our Bangkok highlights tour. Our guide, Cindy, was very knowledgeable, helpful, and funny! Made for an unforgettable experience - highly recommend!
Nina was amazing! She was...
Ashley T,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nina was amazing! She was full of energy, knowledgeable and hilarious. She took great pictures and provided lots of water in the heat. I loved all the sights and entry to the temples was included. She also watched my shoes when I entered each temple. Great experience with her!
Grand Palace & Temple Experience
James C,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a great trip starting with excellent communication leading up to the tour and throughout. Kit, the guide, was very knowledgeable of not only the sites visited, but also other Thai history and tradition. Kit, thank you for a great tour! I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a guided tour of the Grand Palace and temples.
Panu was a great guide!...
Kim M,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Panu was a great guide! He was knowledgeable and like others mentioned, brought plenty of things to make the day comfortable (umbrellas, fans, water)!! We learned so much and were thankful we were able to do this tour!
Good tour of Bangkok highlights
BenSmith,
Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Good tour, having the water was nice and using multiple modes of water transport was kind of fun to do
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