What to do in Bangkok Old Town

Activities, attractions and tours
Grand Palace featuring a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people

Bangkok Old Town Attractions

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Places of interest in Bangkok Old Town

Bangkok Old Town is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Bangkok Old Town, and make it a breeze to explore Bangkok Old Town and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Bangkok Old Town to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Bangkok Old Town attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Khaosan Road

Khao San Road stands in stark contrast to the majestic temples and palaces that surround it. The care-free vibe of this busy hub in Bangkok’s Old City (Rattanakosin) makes it a Thai icon for backpackers. The short street is packed with tourists, hawkers, tour operators, bartenders and tattooists. Daytime visits offer pleasant strolls past the shops and food stalls, but expect a sensory overload at night.
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Khao San Road which includes markets, street scenes and night scenes

2. Grand Palace

The gilded roofs of the Grand Palace are Bangkok’s most famous landmark. This not-to-be missed sight offers many photo opportunities outside, and more than 200 years of royal and sacred history inside the palace’s white walls. The complex is home to the much-worshipped Emerald Buddha and many elaborately decorated temples, statues and pagodas.
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Grand Palace which includes heritage architecture and a garden

3. Temple of the Emerald Buddha

“Temple of the Emerald Buddha” is the English nickname for the striking place where you can admire the most sacred object in the Kingdom of Thailand: a small stone Buddha that sits in a meditative pose on an oversized golden throne. Thai people believe it is the oldest sculpture of Buddha, which makes it a much-worshipped object.
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Temple of the Emerald Buddha which includes a temple or place of worship as well as a large group of people

4. Wat Pho

Wat Po is one of the top attractions in Bangkok for Thai people and tourists alike. The large temple is famous for its giant Reclining Buddha and has more Buddha statues than any other temple in the country. It is also one of the oldest public universities in the country and the official school of traditional Thai massage.
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Wat Pho showing a temple or place of worship, interior views and religious aspects

5. Bangkok National Museum

Visit National Museum Bangkok to see valuable pieces of Thai heritage and art up close. View ancient sculptures, royal antiques and statues of Buddha from every era of Thai history, all surrounded by traditional Thai architecture.
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National Museum Bangkok

Popular places to visit

Explore areas of Bangkok Old Town

Lumpini Park featuring a garden, a city and a lake or waterhole

Bangkok City Centre

3.5/5(34 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bangkok City Centre. Check out top attractions like Siam Paragon Mall and Khaosan Road, and jump on the metro at Hua Lamphong Station or National Stadium BTS Station to see more of the city.

Bangkok City Centre
Wat Pho which includes interior views

Bangkok Riverside

Khaosan Road and ICONSIAM are a few top attractions in Bangkok Riverside. Hop around the city on the metro at Rama IX Bridge Station or Wat Dokmai Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops.

Bangkok Riverside
Khao San Road which includes markets, street scenes and night scenes

Khao San

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Khao San. Make a stop by Khaosan Road or Rajadamnern Thai Boxing Stadium while you're exploring the area.

Khao San
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Chinatown

4/5(45 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chinatown. Spend some time visiting top spots like Chinatown, and catch the metro at MRT Wat Mangkon Station or Hua Lamphong Station to see more of the area.

Chinatown
National Museum Bangkok

Phra Nakhon

4/5(252 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Phra Nakhon. Check out top attractions like Khaosan Road and Grand Palace, and jump on the metro at Sam Yot Station or Sanam Chai Station to see more of the city.

Phra Nakhon
Bangkok which includes boating

Samphanthawong

You might enjoy the shopping while in Samphanthawong. Yaowarat Road is a notable sight, and you can get around town at MRT Wat Mangkon Station or Sam Yot Station to see more of the city.

Samphanthawong

Day trip destinations from Bangkok Old Town