Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
Historic & Heritage

Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew

2 hr 30 min typical visit ₹500 entry 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

The royal complex of 1782 and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha — gilded, mirrored, crowded and unmissable.

Don't miss
  • Emerald Buddha
  • Ramakien murals in the cloister
  • Chakri Maha Prasat throne hall
  • Golden chedi
Time needed
2 hr 30 min
Entry
₹500
Best time
Morning
Photography
Restricted
Works well for
Family Couple Friends Corporate Solo
Tips from our editors

Be there at opening. Strict dress code — covered shoulders and knees, no leggings or ripped jeans; sarongs are lent at the gate. Anyone telling you it is closed for a holiday is running a scam.

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