The Temple of the Emerald Buddha

This is a beautiful Temple with intricate details and paintings in the buildings surrounding the main Temple. You can only visit with a full entrance ticket to the Royal Palace, which are available at the door. I would recommend getting a tour guide as there is not too much information posted and the guides seem very knowledgeable about the history, architecture, and faith of the Temple. Note, they do strictly enforce attire so please dress appropriately (no shorts or skirts, or revealing tops), otherwise you will have to purchase pants!

Here is one of the most stunning spots in Bangkok. Located inside the Grand Palace, it is famous for its intricate architecture, colorful murals, and the Emerald Buddha statue. It is a place that blends beauty, culture, and sacred vibes. Tips: 1. Dress respectfully by covering your shoulders and knees. If needed, you can rent clothes at the entrance. 2. Arrive early, ideally at 8:30 AM, to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere before the crowds arrive. 3. Bring water and maybe a hat or umbrella, as Bangkok’s heat can be intense. 4. Your ticket includes the Grand Palace, so make sure to plan time to explore both. 5. Photography is allowed outside but not inside the main hall with the Buddha.

Spectacular buildings, gardens and temples. A must-see in Bangkok. 500 Baht entry. Gets very busy and hot in the sun so recommend getting there as early as you can to beat the crowds and the heat. Easy to reach via one of the river boats (around 30-40 Baht - less than £1) from most parts of downtown Bangkok with just a short walk from the pier. Make sure your arms and legs are covered as you are entering a sacred temple (if they are not you will be required to buy suitable clothing and change before entering) and follow the instructions to take off your shoes and be seated when inside the temple buildings. Allow a good few hours to see everything - and don’t miss the museum of costume which is also on site if you’re interested in textiles and fashion.

The temple is amazingly beautiful and each and every structure is detailed. This is one of the most famous temple in Thailand and represents rich culture of Thailand. The entrance fees is 500 baht for foreigers. On King's birth day, the entrance fees is free. It's a must visit temple if you visit Thailand. And, you should choose weekdays as there are so many visitors and crowd can be huge on weekend and public holidays.

The temple is very beautiful! You will see a lot of people doing photo shoots with traditional Thai clothing, very elegant. You can do it also if you want. I did notice that the steps were very steep to climb and wondered why that was? The tour that my wife, daughter and me took was very nice. Of course, we had to take some pictures.

Very crowded with tourists. If you’re visiting Thailand for the first time, this place is worth visiting at least once. However, for Thai people, the overwhelming crowds take away the charm and peaceful atmosphere needed to pay respect to the Emerald Buddha. It’s not like it used to be in the past—much has changed.

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha, or Wat Phra Kaew, is a breathtaking landmark in Bangkok, rich in history and spirituality. The temple complex is stunning, with intricate details, golden spires, and colorful mosaics that showcase Thailand’s artistry. The Emerald Buddha itself is revered and beautifully displayed, though small in size. The grounds are well-maintained, with multiple halls and statues to explore, each with fascinating cultural significance. The atmosphere is both peaceful and awe-inspiring. It’s essential to dress respectfully, and the crowds can be large, but the experience is truly unforgettable for anyone interested in Thailand’s heritage and religion.

A beautiful place with lots of gold. The actual Buddha is much smaller than expected, but still worth seeing. I particularly liked the artwork on the walls. There were fans in the building and it was much cooler than outside which was nice. However it was SO busy when we went it, was almost too busy. There were people everywhere pushing from all directions. It was also very hot. Cool place, but make sure you GO EARLY. I’d also recommend booking your tickets in advance online so you can beat some of the longgggg queues.

This is a beautiful Temple with intricate details and paintings in the buildings surrounding the main Temple. You can only visit with a full entrance ticket to the Royal Palace, which are available at the door. I would recommend getting a tour guide as there is not too much information posted and the guides seem very knowledgeable about the history, architecture, and faith of the Temple. Note, they do strictly enforce attire so please dress appropriately (no shorts or skirts, or revealing tops), otherwise you will have to purchase pants!

Here is one of the most stunning spots in Bangkok. Located inside the Grand Palace, it is famous for its intricate architecture, colorful murals, and the Emerald Buddha statue. It is a place that blends beauty, culture, and sacred vibes. Tips: 1. Dress respectfully by covering your shoulders and knees. If needed, you can rent clothes at the entrance. 2. Arrive early, ideally at 8:30 AM, to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere before the crowds arrive. 3. Bring water and maybe a hat or umbrella, as Bangkok’s heat can be intense. 4. Your ticket includes the Grand Palace, so make sure to plan time to explore both. 5. Photography is allowed outside but not inside the main hall with the Buddha.

Spectacular buildings, gardens and temples. A must-see in Bangkok. 500 Baht entry. Gets very busy and hot in the sun so recommend getting there as early as you can to beat the crowds and the heat. Easy to reach via one of the river boats (around 30-40 Baht - less than £1) from most parts of downtown Bangkok with just a short walk from the pier. Make sure your arms and legs are covered as you are entering a sacred temple (if they are not you will be required to buy suitable clothing and change before entering) and follow the instructions to take off your shoes and be seated when inside the temple buildings. Allow a good few hours to see everything - and don’t miss the museum of costume which is also on site if you’re interested in textiles and fashion.

The temple is amazingly beautiful and each and every structure is detailed. This is one of the most famous temple in Thailand and represents rich culture of Thailand. The entrance fees is 500 baht for foreigers. On King's birth day, the entrance fees is free. It's a must visit temple if you visit Thailand. And, you should choose weekdays as there are so many visitors and crowd can be huge on weekend and public holidays.

The temple is very beautiful! You will see a lot of people doing photo shoots with traditional Thai clothing, very elegant. You can do it also if you want. I did notice that the steps were very steep to climb and wondered why that was? The tour that my wife, daughter and me took was very nice. Of course, we had to take some pictures.

Very crowded with tourists. If you’re visiting Thailand for the first time, this place is worth visiting at least once. However, for Thai people, the overwhelming crowds take away the charm and peaceful atmosphere needed to pay respect to the Emerald Buddha. It’s not like it used to be in the past—much has changed.

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha, or Wat Phra Kaew, is a breathtaking landmark in Bangkok, rich in history and spirituality. The temple complex is stunning, with intricate details, golden spires, and colorful mosaics that showcase Thailand’s artistry. The Emerald Buddha itself is revered and beautifully displayed, though small in size. The grounds are well-maintained, with multiple halls and statues to explore, each with fascinating cultural significance. The atmosphere is both peaceful and awe-inspiring. It’s essential to dress respectfully, and the crowds can be large, but the experience is truly unforgettable for anyone interested in Thailand’s heritage and religion.

A beautiful place with lots of gold. The actual Buddha is much smaller than expected, but still worth seeing. I particularly liked the artwork on the walls. There were fans in the building and it was much cooler than outside which was nice. However it was SO busy when we went it, was almost too busy. There were people everywhere pushing from all directions. It was also very hot. Cool place, but make sure you GO EARLY. I’d also recommend booking your tickets in advance online so you can beat some of the longgggg queues.