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How long is the drive from Macau to Pattaya?
The direct drive from Macau to Pattaya is 1,512 mi (2,433 km), and should have a drive time of 1 day 4 hrs in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Macau to Pattaya, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Bangkok, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Ayutthaya, Vientiane, Kanchanaburi, Ninh Binh, Chonburi, Pak Chong, and Cat Ba, as well as top places to visit like Hạ Long Bay and Lavender Elegance Cruises, or the ever-popular Beihai Silver Beach Yacht Club.
The top cities between Macau and Pattaya are Bangkok, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Ayutthaya, Vientiane, Kanchanaburi, Ninh Binh, Chonburi, Pak Chong, and Cat Ba. Bangkok is the most popular city on the route. It's 27 hours from Macau and 1 hour from Pattaya.
Hạ Long Bay – an internationally renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam – is home to hundreds of limestone islands, crystal-clear waters and world-renowned diving and climbing spots. Day cruises and overnight cruises are the best way to see the bay and its many attractions.
Very beautiful. If possible do an overnight cruise that allows you to visit sunrise and sunset and visit the island. Price of the cruises can range significantly. Go during good weather and be awarded with amazing views.
Dan — Google review
A bit disappointing with the view as I might be expecting too much (as it's the world heritage). The cave is wonderful, the bay is so so, nothing WOW 😅
The port is nice and very big but it's very crowded with tourists.
Kitty BKK — Google review
A marvel of nature's creation this place is a must go for anyone visiting Hanoi. You can book any good 2 day cruise package and enjoy the scenic beauty of this amazing location at various times of the day. It's picturesque beauty can be captured from the cruise boat or from Titop beach.
Sudipto Marik — Google review
Ha Long Bay is a breathtaking natural wonder located in northeastern Vietnam. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations.
Here are some key features and activities you can experience in Ha Long Bay:
-scenic view
-cruise tours
-islands and caves
-kayaking and swimming
-sunsets and sunrises
Chiay Z — Google review
We took one day tour to Ha Long Bay. After getting on board of cruise we had lunch which was good and after that we stopped at one island where there was option of hiking or swimming. We did hiking which was tough and excruciating but view from above was worth it. After that second stop was there where there was option of Kayaking or Bamboo boat and we chose Kayaking which was awesome experience and last stop was the caves. Caves were fabulous and worth seeing.
Priyank Khatri — Google review
Located off the beaten path, this island is a serene retreat with sandy beaches and crystalline waters, offering an ideal setting for kayaking and swimming.
Must visit in Vietnam 🇻🇳
Himanshu Verma — Google review
Ha Long Bay is one of the most beautiful places in Vietnam. I was so impressed by the islands even when our cruise ship entered the bay. So many beautiful rocks and islands seem to pop up from the ocean. It is even better when we have a local cruise boat that can bring us up close to those islands, and our activities are delightful and fun.
Michael W. — Google review
This place was a fishing village before tsunami. The residents have been relocated and given opportunity by the government to continue earning a living at sea by becoming canoe paddlers. We can meet former residents of fishing villages when the boat leaning on a pier near the caves.
It is not as we we expected. The distance, the view of the cave is not meet our expectations. If you look closely, you will turns out that the dirty water -even though the color is still green-. There was some kind of oil layer, floating at top of the water, some sort of waste that might have come from our boats. With this water conditions, I don't know if it's safe to swim here. It's a shame the world heritage is not well maintained even though it has entered UNESCO protection.
BludStory — Google review
Beautiful scenery.
Extremely friendly cruise via La Regina Royal.
Recommended to visit if you're travelling to Hanoi.
db O — Google review
Speechless
Beautiful places to visit when you guys are traveling to Hanoi..
Make sure you book travel agent and check the weather, sunny is good to explore Ha Long Bay.
Don’t bring plastic bottle water, bring your own tumblr.
Hari Farisca — Google review
Ha Long Bay natural heritage is one of the main attractions in Vietnam. Mesmerising and stunning views of ocean and mountains. Lots of cruise and boat tours available. Must visit destination. Recommended.
devabrat bindhani — Google review
Beautiful and must visit spot!
Choose you’re cruise carrier carefully.
The water in the bay aren’t very clean and clear as expected. And the ones who jumped in to swim ended up smelling bad.
It’s a beautiful nature phenomenon that is a must go to in North Vietnam.
Staying on a ship for the night was really special and made our wake-up moment in front of the mountains unforgettable
Galit Mimran — Google review
I booked a tour through the hotel I stayed at in Hanoi. The drive there was calm, and not too long, just about 2 hours. We took a boat out to the islands. There was a pearl shop tour before the boat, which has a lot of nice jewelry. Lunch was served on the boat, and then they took us kayaking. I would recommend this for sure.
S P — Google review
With more than stunning 1,600 islets raising up from emerald waters make this natural wonder worthy of a UNESCO World Heritage listing as unforgettable experience
I took a full day cruise booked online, my recommendation is to choose for premium day cruise to enjoy the trip of the amazing Halong Bay. Don’t forget to check the best month to go here ✌️👌
Ira Rodrigues — Google review
Beautiful!! Even the rain didn’t ruin the scenery instead it added a hint of mystique. We liked the “kissing rock. There’s a cave there that’s very cool too.
EH — Google review
Stunning landscape. We had a wonderful cruise combined with kayaking, boat tour and other activities. One of the most beautiful places we've ever visited. The only negative is the amount of litter tourists leave behind, which is a shame.
Apostolos Motas — Google review
World heritage. It's nice to cruise around the bay
Nguyen Hung Son — Google review
Breathtaking experience. It was another level all together.
We stayed over night in the cruise.
We boarded the ship, went to caves, been to ti top island.
We had cooking activity in the cruise night. Our cruise was surrounded by the other cruise and the view was breathtaking in the evening. Had all the facilities inside the cruise.
It might be very difficult for vegetarians to survive. Need to rely only on Bread Jam.
Ajay Managaon — Google review
Cannot recommend enough!!! Can’t believe I didn’t review about this place after being there for like 10 times in my whole life 😝😝😝 highly recommend overnight cruise and visit caves and hidden beaches around this bay 🥰🥰🥰
Julie Griste — Google review
Splendid. Breathtaking. Marvellous. A true wonder that is not to be missed.
I totally recomment the 2 days/ 1 night cruise at least to fully enjoy the setting.
Paid 128$ for the cruise everything included except drinks...and you get a lot of food.
You get to visit a cave, go to a small island beach and viewpoint. Learn to cook spring rolls. Fish in the sea. And in the morning you will visit a pearl farm and enjoy kayaking in the bay.
A mesmerizing experience.
florent magnoac — Google review
Went as part of our tour. It was an overnight stay on a boat out quite some distance in the bay. It is a stunning area and the trip through the many islands is amazing. I would recommend an overnight stay on a boat as we found the staff excellent in every way. On our boat we had great food and a cooking demonstration which we found participate in. The highlight was actually just sitting on the top deck with our other tour members just watching the sun set and then seeing all the other tour boats ( and there were many) with their lights on in the dark.
Chris Fellows — Google review
If you stay in Vietnam 🇻🇳 it's a must to go for a Day Trip to Ha Long Bay. It was very interesting and so beautiful. Don't be scared about the old negative Reviews, the Ocean 🌊 was perfect clean 👌. Amazing Day Trip 🎉
AURELIO MAXIMUS — Google review
This has a great reputation and the beauty and scenery lives up to expectations. We had three or four really wonderful boat rides around the islands one particularly attractive one at sunset. Just a beautiful place.
Ross Daniels — Google review
Dramatic seascapes of towering limestone pillars jutting from emerald waters. Thousands of these karst formations create a mystical scenery, dotted with hidden grottoes, secluded beaches, and floating villages. Cruise options allow exploration of the bay's beauty, while kayaking and spelunking offer adventurous activities. Ha Long Bay is also steeped in local myths and legends, making it a destination rich in both natural wonder and cultural heritage.
Renand Arteja — Google review
Breathtaking magnificent scenery of limestone mountains rising from emerald water at Ha Long Bay, a Unesco World Heritage site. Hạ Long Bay has an area of around 1,553 km2 (600 sq mi), including 1,969 islets, most of which are limestone. Ha Long means descending dragon.
CK Cheong — Google review
Famous area. A day cruise is sufficient to see everything, unless you want to experience sleeping on a boat. We did a day cruise from Hanoi hosted by Vietnam Tonkin Tours and it was great
Fred Liu — Google review
This was one of the the attractions I was most anticipating. Was unlucky with the overcast weather and absence of the standard warmth of the season. Still the boat cruise was smooth, with non obstructed views due to the off season. Would return again, in the peak season as the views with the weather would be magnificent
Adam Brown — Google review
Totally worth it! You should come here whenever you have the chance to visit Vietnam! The scenery is so beautiful. You can have lunch in the boat, then take smaller boats to see the caves. It’s breathtaking!
Nadya Janitra — Google review
So amazing place to visit to see nature! To see how the limestone cliffs just go straight up from the sea is magnificent! So much different to see while cruising between them, and you can go for an option of kayaking between them, that was so amazing even though we were a little bit unlucky with the weather!
Mathias Skjæran Landrø — Google review
Excellent cruise destination with family for a day outing. Lots of things to do and a lot to take in. Wonderful Bay Area and evenings on a cruise in the lap of nature awesome.
Pradeep Kustagi — Google review
4% as popular as Bangkok
35 minutes off the main route, 32% of way to Pattaya
Cát Bà Island is a beautiful place in Ha Long Bay with excellent hiking trails and stunning views. It is part of Cat Ba National Park, one of the world's most important biosphere reserves.
I have lived and worked on this island for 11 years, as a person who likes to explore beautiful places, historic sites on this island I feel like a paradise for beauty lovers. nature and want to learn the epic war history of the Vietnamese people. The friendly and hospitable Cat Ba people are happy to welcome you from all over the world.
KingCong Cat Ba — Google review
I have read some negative reviews about this island being overcrowded, expensive and dirty. Well, the reason is that most of these reviews come from tourists going to touristic places, staying at touristic hotels and buying from touristic stores. If you want a real experience then you have to be away from tourists! Try to do some research and find good spots to visit. We had a great time exploring the jungle and one of the caves in an unpopulated area. The scenery of the mountains and the sounds of the birds are breath taking.
Anas Alsayed — Google review
If you're planning for retirement,please reconsider to this island everything was affordable inclusive of property. People are friendly quiet environment,beaches and mountain surrounding this wonderfull paradise.
orson niyu — Google review
A picturesque place. Peaceful calm, ideally for both couples and family. Best part is it is also very budget friendly. You can spend a week in less than 500 dollars for a couple while staying in good hotels and good food
Aamir Masood — Google review
If you’re an experienced traveller, you’ll probably think this area overrated. There is no landscape or city that will create a wow moment. Nevertheless, it is a relaxing place with a couple of things to see (town/beaches). I would not stay more than 2 days.
viv privee — Google review
Very peaceful starting from September until May. This time in the North the weather is very cool and is the low season for tourism, you will get good service at affordable prices.
AAN mark — Google review
DescriptionCát Bà Island is the largest of the 367 islands spanning 260 km2 that comprise the Cat Ba Archipelago, which makes up the southeastern edge of Lan Ha Bay in Northern Vietnam. Cat Ba island has a surface area of 285 km2 and maintains the dramatic and rugged features of Ha Long Bay. Cat Ba Island has been included in the itinerary of many Ha Long Bay cruises and a strip of tall, thin, five-storey budget hotels line the seafront, receiving more than 350,000 visitors a year.
Nithin Chandra SR — Google review
Everything you read about Cat Ba mentions gorgeous beaches and crystal clean waters. It is far from it. The beaches are littered, and the water is mostly brown. We visited the first of three big beaches. It is small and filled with people, causing traffic havoc as more arrive. The main thing to do is boat trips which is what we want for. It was enjoyable, but if we had known what we know now, we would not have gone at all. We tried to choose sustainable activists as tourists, but unfortunately, travelling to Cat Ba merely adds to the situation.
Gabriel Lawson — Google review
Extremely busy, dirty and noisy. Avoid on weekends at all costs. Waters surrounding are heavily polluted. May appeal to some but we didn't enjoy our stay.
Ken Winning — Google review
Sod Halong!!! This is much easier and less touristy (and cheaper) if you want to see the bays. Soooo glad we opted for Cat Ba.....what an AMAZING experience, absolutely mind-blowingly beautiful!!! ❤️
Family of Six Travelling Nomads! — Google review
I really like this place very beautiful and peaceful, on the main island of Cat Ba there is a small town, but quite modern. People here live by seafaring and tourism, they are trying to catch up with the hustle and bustle of tourists from outside arriving on the island. However, the service here is not always good, when experiencing the restaurant here you should pay the price before ordering.
Thiep Mai Phuc — Google review
A must visit destination if coming to the north region
Situated a few hours from the capital, Cat Ba Island is an amazing place with a number of activities to do and sightseeing including a ever-green national park ( NP ) having very good views and treks, an amazing promenade giving the city view, a few beaches, i.a.
The most popular ( and the cheapest and feasible ) way to reach here is by a bus ( and then a boat, and then again by a bus ) which comes as a whole package, which run regularly from Hanoi. However, I took a way which can be called a long-cut but it allowed me to explore both the cities more and get a experience of the Vietnamese trains.
It took me about 2.5 hrs to reach Haiphong, and then a mile-walk to the ferry station, only to come to know that ferries weren't working on that day. However, taking a ferry means more requirement of transfers and extra walk, as they won't go as close the boats go and take long time. Boat transfers by private agencies are about three per day, and it took me around 12.00 pm to reach the Cat Ba town.
Ideally two to three days are recommend to explore here, one whole day for Cat Ba national park and the two caves, one day for the rock climbing and other sea activities, the beaches and local village sightseeing, and one for Lan Ha Bay tour. I did former and latter including a visit to just 1 beach. The slopes are sharp at most of the places in the city centre although the main road is wide and good to ride on. A night walk along the long promenade is recommended, and it allows one to immerse in fresh air and take a good view of the city.
The island has something for all the budgets including good hostels and hotels from as low as c $5 and c $12 respectively, and from street food to decent to fancy restaurants and bars all along the main road. Public transport is very limited, however getting a bicycle or motorbike on rent is easy and at very good rates. The plush hotels are situated a bit away from the city centre and have private beaches.
Overall, its a refreshing and affordable destination.
Pratik Gadgil — Google review
We really enjoyed our time in Cat Ba Island. It was recommended to us by a local in Hanoi in order to see Ha Long Bay on a budget. She was right! Full day cruises were a lot cheaper starting in Cat Ba and we had a chance to experience this quiet, seaside town. The locals are lovely and very hospitable and you will find anything you need on the island - it's full of small restaurants and cute cafes, there's grocery shops and pharmacies. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a budget friendly seaside trip, a little relaxing weekend on the beach or a starting point before heading to Ha Long Bay.
Karolina Bak — Google review
A very good alternative to Halong Bay.
You can do a very similar cruise and you can explore the island with its national park and caves.
Sebastian “Reisefueddle” Kracher — Google review
1% as popular as Bangkok
9 minutes off the main route, 34% of way to Pattaya
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Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a city steeped in history and culture with influences from Southeast Asia, China, and France. The bustling Old Quarter showcases centuries-old architecture and narrow streets organized by trade. Visitors can explore the area's many temples such as Bach Ma and browse through Đồng Xuân Market for local goods and street food. Additionally, Hanoi offers a taste of Italian hospitality with restaurants like Good Morning Vietnam providing authentic cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere.
33% as popular as Bangkok
29 minutes off the main route, 36% of way to Pattaya
Ninh Bình is a province located in the northern region of Vietnam's Red River Delta. The area features the sprawling Cúc Phương National Park with its lush valleys, karst mountains, and conservation centers. Visitors can explore hiking trails and caves while encountering rare species like langur monkeys and pangolins. Meanwhile, the capital city of Ninh Bình serves as a gateway for those wishing to visit nearby temples.
2% as popular as Bangkok
45 minutes off the main route, 38% of way to Pattaya
The capital of Laos, Vientiane, is a blend of French-colonial architecture and Buddhist temples. Its broad boulevards and tree-lined streets are adorned with notable shrines like Wat Si Saket, featuring many Buddha images, and Wat Si Muang. Pha That Luang, a golden 16th-century temple is the pride of the nation.
4% as popular as Bangkok
9 minutes off the main route, 69% of way to Pattaya
I'll never travel to Pattaya without this trip planner again
Pak Chong is a popular starting point for tours to Khao Yai, with the north entrance being the primary gateway for tour groups. However, if you're driving from Bangkok, the southern gate near Prachinburi offers a closer access point.
0% as popular as Bangkok
18 minutes off the main route, 87% of way to Pattaya
Kanchanaburi, situated in western Thailand, is renowned for its connection to WWII history. The Death Railway, constructed during the war, runs through the town and crosses over River Khwae Yai via the Death Railway Bridge. The JEATH War Museum displays exhibits that pay tribute to the prisoners of war who perished while building this bridge. Additionally, visitors can explore the history of Thai-Burma railway at the nearby Thailand-Burma Railway Centre.
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya is a Thai city located approximately 80km north of Bangkok. It served as the capital of the Kingdom of Siam for centuries and was a bustling international trading hub until its destruction by the Burmese in 1767. Today, visitors can explore the fascinating Ayutthaya Historical Park, which features an array of ancient palaces, temples, monasteries and statues.
4% as popular as Bangkok
15 minutes off the main route, 92% of way to Pattaya
Bangkok, the bustling capital of Thailand, is renowned for its elaborate temples and lively street scenes. The Chao Phraya River winds through the city, connecting to a network of canals that flow past the grand Grand Palace and sacred Wat Phra Kaew Temple in the Rattanakosin royal district. Nearby, visitors can marvel at the massive reclining Buddha at Wat Pho Temple and ascend the steep steps of Khmer-style spire at Wat Arun Temple.
Most popular city on this route
25 minutes off the main route, 94% of way to Pattaya
Chon Buri, a province located on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, is known for its picturesque beaches. One of its most famous destinations is Pattaya, a vibrant resort town offering a seafront promenade, diverse dining options, shopping centers, and a lively nightlife scene with cabaret bars and clubs. The area attracts visitors seeking both relaxation by the sea and exciting entertainment options.
0% as popular as Bangkok
40 minutes off the main route, 97% of way to Pattaya
Best stops along Macau to Pattaya drive
The top stops along the way from Macau to Pattaya (with short detours) are Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan, Old Quarter, and BTS Skytrain. Other popular stops include Hạ Long Bay, The Grand Palace, and Hoàn Kiếm Lake.
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(Translated by Google) The best beach in the world, the sand is really very young
(Original)
天下第一灘,沙真的非常幼
Hạ Long Bay – an internationally renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site in Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam – is home to hundreds of limestone islands, crystal-clear waters and world-renowned diving and climbing spots. Day cruises and overnight cruises are the best way to see the bay and its many attractions.
Very beautiful. If possible do an overnight cruise that allows you to visit sunrise and sunset and visit the island. Price of the cruises can range significantly. Go during good weather and be awarded with amazing views.
Dan — Google review
A bit disappointing with the view as I might be expecting too much (as it's the world heritage). The cave is wonderful, the bay is so so, nothing WOW 😅
The port is nice and very big but it's very crowded with tourists.
Kitty BKK — Google review
A marvel of nature's creation this place is a must go for anyone visiting Hanoi. You can book any good 2 day cruise package and enjoy the scenic beauty of this amazing location at various times of the day. It's picturesque beauty can be captured from the cruise boat or from Titop beach.
Sudipto Marik — Google review
Ha Long Bay is a breathtaking natural wonder located in northeastern Vietnam. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations.
Here are some key features and activities you can experience in Ha Long Bay:
-scenic view
-cruise tours
-islands and caves
-kayaking and swimming
-sunsets and sunrises
Chiay Z — Google review
We took one day tour to Ha Long Bay. After getting on board of cruise we had lunch which was good and after that we stopped at one island where there was option of hiking or swimming. We did hiking which was tough and excruciating but view from above was worth it. After that second stop was there where there was option of Kayaking or Bamboo boat and we chose Kayaking which was awesome experience and last stop was the caves. Caves were fabulous and worth seeing.
Priyank Khatri — Google review
Located off the beaten path, this island is a serene retreat with sandy beaches and crystalline waters, offering an ideal setting for kayaking and swimming.
Must visit in Vietnam 🇻🇳
Himanshu Verma — Google review
Ha Long Bay is one of the most beautiful places in Vietnam. I was so impressed by the islands even when our cruise ship entered the bay. So many beautiful rocks and islands seem to pop up from the ocean. It is even better when we have a local cruise boat that can bring us up close to those islands, and our activities are delightful and fun.
Michael W. — Google review
This place was a fishing village before tsunami. The residents have been relocated and given opportunity by the government to continue earning a living at sea by becoming canoe paddlers. We can meet former residents of fishing villages when the boat leaning on a pier near the caves.
It is not as we we expected. The distance, the view of the cave is not meet our expectations. If you look closely, you will turns out that the dirty water -even though the color is still green-. There was some kind of oil layer, floating at top of the water, some sort of waste that might have come from our boats. With this water conditions, I don't know if it's safe to swim here. It's a shame the world heritage is not well maintained even though it has entered UNESCO protection.
BludStory — Google review
Beautiful scenery.
Extremely friendly cruise via La Regina Royal.
Recommended to visit if you're travelling to Hanoi.
db O — Google review
Speechless
Beautiful places to visit when you guys are traveling to Hanoi..
Make sure you book travel agent and check the weather, sunny is good to explore Ha Long Bay.
Don’t bring plastic bottle water, bring your own tumblr.
Hari Farisca — Google review
Ha Long Bay natural heritage is one of the main attractions in Vietnam. Mesmerising and stunning views of ocean and mountains. Lots of cruise and boat tours available. Must visit destination. Recommended.
devabrat bindhani — Google review
Beautiful and must visit spot!
Choose you’re cruise carrier carefully.
The water in the bay aren’t very clean and clear as expected. And the ones who jumped in to swim ended up smelling bad.
It’s a beautiful nature phenomenon that is a must go to in North Vietnam.
Staying on a ship for the night was really special and made our wake-up moment in front of the mountains unforgettable
Galit Mimran — Google review
I booked a tour through the hotel I stayed at in Hanoi. The drive there was calm, and not too long, just about 2 hours. We took a boat out to the islands. There was a pearl shop tour before the boat, which has a lot of nice jewelry. Lunch was served on the boat, and then they took us kayaking. I would recommend this for sure.
S P — Google review
With more than stunning 1,600 islets raising up from emerald waters make this natural wonder worthy of a UNESCO World Heritage listing as unforgettable experience
I took a full day cruise booked online, my recommendation is to choose for premium day cruise to enjoy the trip of the amazing Halong Bay. Don’t forget to check the best month to go here ✌️👌
Ira Rodrigues — Google review
Beautiful!! Even the rain didn’t ruin the scenery instead it added a hint of mystique. We liked the “kissing rock. There’s a cave there that’s very cool too.
EH — Google review
Stunning landscape. We had a wonderful cruise combined with kayaking, boat tour and other activities. One of the most beautiful places we've ever visited. The only negative is the amount of litter tourists leave behind, which is a shame.
Apostolos Motas — Google review
World heritage. It's nice to cruise around the bay
Nguyen Hung Son — Google review
Breathtaking experience. It was another level all together.
We stayed over night in the cruise.
We boarded the ship, went to caves, been to ti top island.
We had cooking activity in the cruise night. Our cruise was surrounded by the other cruise and the view was breathtaking in the evening. Had all the facilities inside the cruise.
It might be very difficult for vegetarians to survive. Need to rely only on Bread Jam.
Ajay Managaon — Google review
Cannot recommend enough!!! Can’t believe I didn’t review about this place after being there for like 10 times in my whole life 😝😝😝 highly recommend overnight cruise and visit caves and hidden beaches around this bay 🥰🥰🥰
Julie Griste — Google review
Splendid. Breathtaking. Marvellous. A true wonder that is not to be missed.
I totally recomment the 2 days/ 1 night cruise at least to fully enjoy the setting.
Paid 128$ for the cruise everything included except drinks...and you get a lot of food.
You get to visit a cave, go to a small island beach and viewpoint. Learn to cook spring rolls. Fish in the sea. And in the morning you will visit a pearl farm and enjoy kayaking in the bay.
A mesmerizing experience.
florent magnoac — Google review
Went as part of our tour. It was an overnight stay on a boat out quite some distance in the bay. It is a stunning area and the trip through the many islands is amazing. I would recommend an overnight stay on a boat as we found the staff excellent in every way. On our boat we had great food and a cooking demonstration which we found participate in. The highlight was actually just sitting on the top deck with our other tour members just watching the sun set and then seeing all the other tour boats ( and there were many) with their lights on in the dark.
Chris Fellows — Google review
If you stay in Vietnam 🇻🇳 it's a must to go for a Day Trip to Ha Long Bay. It was very interesting and so beautiful. Don't be scared about the old negative Reviews, the Ocean 🌊 was perfect clean 👌. Amazing Day Trip 🎉
AURELIO MAXIMUS — Google review
This has a great reputation and the beauty and scenery lives up to expectations. We had three or four really wonderful boat rides around the islands one particularly attractive one at sunset. Just a beautiful place.
Ross Daniels — Google review
Dramatic seascapes of towering limestone pillars jutting from emerald waters. Thousands of these karst formations create a mystical scenery, dotted with hidden grottoes, secluded beaches, and floating villages. Cruise options allow exploration of the bay's beauty, while kayaking and spelunking offer adventurous activities. Ha Long Bay is also steeped in local myths and legends, making it a destination rich in both natural wonder and cultural heritage.
Renand Arteja — Google review
Breathtaking magnificent scenery of limestone mountains rising from emerald water at Ha Long Bay, a Unesco World Heritage site. Hạ Long Bay has an area of around 1,553 km2 (600 sq mi), including 1,969 islets, most of which are limestone. Ha Long means descending dragon.
CK Cheong — Google review
Famous area. A day cruise is sufficient to see everything, unless you want to experience sleeping on a boat. We did a day cruise from Hanoi hosted by Vietnam Tonkin Tours and it was great
Fred Liu — Google review
This was one of the the attractions I was most anticipating. Was unlucky with the overcast weather and absence of the standard warmth of the season. Still the boat cruise was smooth, with non obstructed views due to the off season. Would return again, in the peak season as the views with the weather would be magnificent
Adam Brown — Google review
Totally worth it! You should come here whenever you have the chance to visit Vietnam! The scenery is so beautiful. You can have lunch in the boat, then take smaller boats to see the caves. It’s breathtaking!
Nadya Janitra — Google review
So amazing place to visit to see nature! To see how the limestone cliffs just go straight up from the sea is magnificent! So much different to see while cruising between them, and you can go for an option of kayaking between them, that was so amazing even though we were a little bit unlucky with the weather!
Mathias Skjæran Landrø — Google review
Excellent cruise destination with family for a day outing. Lots of things to do and a lot to take in. Wonderful Bay Area and evenings on a cruise in the lap of nature awesome.
Pradeep Kustagi — Google review
4% as popular as Bangkok
35 minutes off the main route, 32% of way to Pattaya
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Took one of their vessels on a two-day tour with a group. Had a very pleasant stay. All looked clean and staff was very friendly. I enjoyed my stay on board.
Robin de Bruin — Google review
(Translated by Google) We cannot recommend this tour!
On the way there, the bus was very small and uncomfortable. On both trips there is an unnecessarily long break (45 min) at a tourist shop, where one should obviously buy something.
The rooms on the boat are very small, not what it seems in the pictures. You can just walk around the bed.
The food is rather below average, which I think is hefty for the price and just sufficient in terms of the quantity. The prices of the drinks are European. Breakfast was very early, from 6:45 to 7:30. So no chance to sleep in, if you could sleep at all. The boat's engine ran all night and was very loud / caused strong vibrations.
The service is very unfriendly and eager to get the money out of your pocket.
No trace of elegance!
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Wir können diese Tour nicht empfehlen!
Auf der Hinfahrt war der Bus sehr klein und ungemütlich. Bei beiden Fahrten wird eine unnötig lange Pause(45 min) bei einem Touristen-Geschäft gemacht, wo man offensichtlich etwas kaufen soll.
Die Zimmer auf dem Boot sind sehr klein, nicht so, wie es auf den Bildern scheint. Das Bett kann man gerade so umrunden.
Das Essen ist eher unter dem Durchschnitt, was ich für den Preis heftig finde und von der Menge gerade ausreichend. Die Preise der Getränke sind europäisch. Das Frühstück war sehr früh, von 6:45 bis 7:30. Also ausschlafen keine Chance, falls man überhaupt einschlafen konnte. Der Motor vom Boot lief nämlich die ganze Nacht und war sehr laut/hat starke Vibrationen verursacht.
Der Service ist sehr unfreundlich und eher darauf aus, einem das Geld aus der Tasche zu ziehen.
Von Eleganz keine Spur!
T K — Google review
We did a 2 night cruise, and had 2 different guides who didn’t communicate and the second day was a repeat of the first, so we stayed on the boat. The food was average and the room wasn’t cleaned on the second day, which is awful when u can’t flush the toilet paper. Also my husband and 3 Kiwis got an upset stomach after night 2. The food looked good but didn’t taste good. The boat is old and tired and has fake grass covering the uneven deck. Please consider paying a bit more and choose something a bit better.
Suzie Bailey — Google review
We had a lovely cruise on Halong Bay on Lavender Cruise. Alex, our tour guide was friendly and informative and provided an enjoyable cruise ensuring we ticked off the highlights of the bay including Ti Top Island and Secret Cave. Alex is extremely knowledgeable about the area and ensured we made it to Secret Cave before the crowds on the second morning. The crew on board the boat ensured we were well fed and looked after.
Highly recommend.
Megan Hills — Google review
our corner rooms were the largest and quite comfortable with decent beds and lots of windows to look out. the food was plentiful and decent. the transportation from hanoi wasn’t very comfortable but the way back was in a different bus and quite good.
Derek Brown — Google review
One of the best experiences during my stay in Vietnam. The cruise was booked last minute because other cruise company tried to cheat us. And we are so happy we booked Lavender cruise at the end.
The guide Bobby is very nice, helpful and tried to make everything so the passangers were satisfied. They upgraded our room so we had a big corner room surrounded by windows with stunning view.
Main attractions of the cruise - Titop island, kayaking and Surprising cave are very crowded but thanks to Bobby we had kayaking only by our small group. There are also night attractions - karaoke and squid fishing.
The food on the ferry is very delicious. Mostly they serve seafood so if you have other preferences you need to inform them in advance. The cocktails on board are quite expensive (6-7$ per one) but it is a common practice on ferry cruises in Hà long.
We were very lucky to have a great weather and to meet great people on the boat so if I could, I would rate this cruise 6 out of 5 because everything was way better than we expected.
Zoriana Niemiec — Google review
We had an amazing cruise with lavender cruises in Halong Bay. Our guide Alex was so friendly, funny and helpful. We had so much activitiew and the food on board was amazing. Recommend.
Megan — Google review
(Translated by Google) We had the impression of being sheep, all the boats were following each other, the visiting sites were full of tourists then 1 hour later no more people so really poor organization.
The boat rooms were ok but we found a cockroach!
The only water it provides is a 310cl bottle after which you have to buy some and it's a minimum of €1.50 for a 500cl bottle.
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Ont a eu l’impression d’être des moutons, tous les bateaux se suivaient les sites de visites étaient remplis de touristes puis 1h après plus personnes donc vraiment une mauvaise organisation.
Les chambres du bateau étaient correct mais nous avons trouvé un cafard!
La seule eau qu’il fournisse est une bouteille de 310cl après il faut en acheter et c’est minimum 1,5 € pour une bouteille de 500cl.
Rachel Manuaud — Google review
(Translated by Google) One of our worst experiences in Vietnam.
A cruise agency clearly not up to par.
The food was photogenic and in quantity but tasteless. We had to pay for water at the table and were misled about the poor quality cocktail offerings.
The staff appeared to sleep cloistered in rooms at the rear of the boat. There were serious air conditioning problems in the boat.
Very disappointing.
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L’une de nos pires expérience au Vietnam.
Une agence de croisière clairement pas à la hauteur.
La nourriture était photogénique et en quantité mais sans goût. Nous devions payer l’eau à table et avons été induit en erreur sur les offres de cocktails de piètre qualité.
Le personnel semblait dormir cloîtré dans des chambres a l’arrière du bateau. Il y avait de sérieux problèmes de climatisation dans le bateau.
Très décevant.
Florian — Google review
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Halong Bay, Lot 26 Tuần Châu, Thành phố Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh 200000, Vietnam
Bhaya Classic is a luxury cruise company in Halong Bay. The company offers air-conditioned cabin rooms, a restaurant, and various onboard activities such as Vietnamese cooking classes. The transfer from the airport to the cruise ship is smooth and comfortable, with air conditioning and charging outlets. The cruise itself is wonderful, with beautiful views of Halong Bay.
We did a two night cruise with bhaya cruise and it was great.
Our boat was small and intimate. A small error was made which meant all the other guest were on a one day cruise- quickly solved when on the second day we had a private tour.
Prior to going I thought this might be a bit “touristy” and while yes it busy it stunning so worth doing.
One day is good but we got a lot extra on the second day so well worth doing
Henry was incredible as was hero.
Aiden Lynch — Google review
We highly recommend the Private Legend Cruise. It is very nicely arranged with a good Private Lunch n Dinner off shore. Me n my family was so impressed with the lunch at floating platform n the Dinner at the Cave. We all hv a best memorable surprises that will last a long long time. Love it!
Jane Tung (Lady Jane) — Google review
We took the Bhaya Premium cruise, which is a smaller boat and a more intimate experience than some of the other cruises. The itinerary was great - we kayaked around a small floating fishing village (option to go on a bigger boat and be taken around), visited a cave with sparkly limestone/silicone walls, made spring rolls, swam off the side of the boat, and fished for squid. Our room was lovely - we had a private balcony - but the rooftop was also a perfect place to recline and watch the mountains pass by. Our cruise manager Son was so much fun and all the staff were polite and friendly. If you go with this option, you are paying for the smaller boat - cruise staff to passenger ratio is pretty even - so that’s something to think about. The lowlight of the cruise was the air pollution - there are so many boats on the bay that there is a thick smog that hangs over the water. This might change on any given day, but I wished I had one of those face covers you see people wearing all over Vietnam. I was glad our cruise went further out than some of the other ones, because the smog lessened as we did. Overall, we had a wonderful experience with Bhaya Cruises!
Sophie G — Google review
We did the 2 nights/3 day package on the small 3 cabin premium boat. It absolutely exceeded my expectations of how great the overall experience was. The crew and out manager (Kevin) were absolute fantastic and made sure that our every need was met as sharing sharing local Vietnamese history and cultural tips along the way.
I honestly thought it would be an overpriced tourist experience (and in some ways it is) but it was honestly just so worth it - the boats are amazing, you feel transported into another world and the team at Bhaya are exceptional. Rey who organised the booking for our trip was very patient and ensured we had all of our booking requirements met.
Hayley Trebilco — Google review
A great cruise, with well run excursions. Our room was lovely, with a balcony to ourselves and a great spacious shower. There was also a hot tub.
The transfer was smooth and comfortable, with air con and charging outlets.
The cruise itself was wonderful, Halong Bay is an absolute treat.
Jacky — Google review
A once in a life time experience with fantastic views in an amazing location. Thanks to Peter and the team for looking after us. Cảm ơn 🇻🇳🎉🥰
Ryan Guest — Google review
Halong Bay is definitely not to be missed if you visit Northern Vietnam ❤️
HaThuong Dinh — Google review
Wow!! Wonderful boat, beautifully furnished. Top notch food. Excellent staff. And Halong bay is spectacular
Tania Herweg — Google review
My wife and I took a 2 night 3 cabin cruise through Ha Long Bay and it was pure bliss. The staff was extremely attentive to our every need (especially Kevin & Duc). We had a blast kayaking, visiting an oyster farm, cave exploring, and more. The locations they took us were planned very well to avoid the crowds of the day boats.
Denver Chernin — Google review
We took the premium package and it was magnificent in all ways possible.
Great boat. Room is romantic and beautiful. The staff is super friendly. Food, especially, is too good and quite a bit.
Thank you Bhaya for such an experience in Ha Long. We love this place.
Tra Vo — Google review
Food excellent, staff lovely.
Very interesting place but the weather was not good for us.
Our cabin was nice but very cold
Dawn Baker — Google review
Very nice experience.
We did the 3day/2night cruise, but 1 night would have been enough.
But definitely go for the premium cruise, its worth the extra money.
Staff doesn’t speak very good english, but the guide really tries to learn and is kind and social.
Food was nice, but i think with a small extra effort, it could be more luxurious to match the rest of the setup.
Nature was amazing, suggest to go when its warm so you can swim
Marco Burmeister — Google review
Spent two nights on one of their bigger ships. Had a balcony and the view was fantasic, had a great view of Halong Bay from all sides of the ship.
The people there were so lovely and kind, and the rooms were beautiful.
The food there was a bit much, but they made us special meals because me and my mom are vegetarians and most of the food was really delicious. They also prepared a whole lunch just for us when we stayed on the ship becuase we didnt want to go cycling.
I really liked the trips we did, visiting caves and a floating village and doing kayaking. However, everything was planned from morning to evening and you often had to hurry to make it to the trips in time.
We were also really looking forward to relax on the boat and just take time to admire Halong Bay, but there wasnt really much time for it since there was a lot going on. It was also a little bit too tourist-y for us. The music was a bit cheesy and the dinner was always very fancy, but I really enjoyed the Thai Chi on the sundeck of the ship.
It was a wonderful excerience, and I really recommend staying 2 nights.
Victoria — Google review
We enjoyed our 2d/1n tour on the Au Co 2 a lot. The staff is very friendly, the excursions are well organized and you can relax as everything is organized.
The lunch was amazing, the dinner bbq was ok. It is a bit costly, but definitely worth the price.
Michael Neesen — Google review
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No 9 Ngọc Châu, harbour, Ward, Quảng Ninh 26000, Vietnam
Cát Bà Island is a beautiful place in Ha Long Bay with excellent hiking trails and stunning views. It is part of Cat Ba National Park, one of the world's most important biosphere reserves.
I have lived and worked on this island for 11 years, as a person who likes to explore beautiful places, historic sites on this island I feel like a paradise for beauty lovers. nature and want to learn the epic war history of the Vietnamese people. The friendly and hospitable Cat Ba people are happy to welcome you from all over the world.
KingCong Cat Ba — Google review
I have read some negative reviews about this island being overcrowded, expensive and dirty. Well, the reason is that most of these reviews come from tourists going to touristic places, staying at touristic hotels and buying from touristic stores. If you want a real experience then you have to be away from tourists! Try to do some research and find good spots to visit. We had a great time exploring the jungle and one of the caves in an unpopulated area. The scenery of the mountains and the sounds of the birds are breath taking.
Anas Alsayed — Google review
If you're planning for retirement,please reconsider to this island everything was affordable inclusive of property. People are friendly quiet environment,beaches and mountain surrounding this wonderfull paradise.
orson niyu — Google review
A picturesque place. Peaceful calm, ideally for both couples and family. Best part is it is also very budget friendly. You can spend a week in less than 500 dollars for a couple while staying in good hotels and good food
Aamir Masood — Google review
If you’re an experienced traveller, you’ll probably think this area overrated. There is no landscape or city that will create a wow moment. Nevertheless, it is a relaxing place with a couple of things to see (town/beaches). I would not stay more than 2 days.
viv privee — Google review
Very peaceful starting from September until May. This time in the North the weather is very cool and is the low season for tourism, you will get good service at affordable prices.
AAN mark — Google review
DescriptionCát Bà Island is the largest of the 367 islands spanning 260 km2 that comprise the Cat Ba Archipelago, which makes up the southeastern edge of Lan Ha Bay in Northern Vietnam. Cat Ba island has a surface area of 285 km2 and maintains the dramatic and rugged features of Ha Long Bay. Cat Ba Island has been included in the itinerary of many Ha Long Bay cruises and a strip of tall, thin, five-storey budget hotels line the seafront, receiving more than 350,000 visitors a year.
Nithin Chandra SR — Google review
Everything you read about Cat Ba mentions gorgeous beaches and crystal clean waters. It is far from it. The beaches are littered, and the water is mostly brown. We visited the first of three big beaches. It is small and filled with people, causing traffic havoc as more arrive. The main thing to do is boat trips which is what we want for. It was enjoyable, but if we had known what we know now, we would not have gone at all. We tried to choose sustainable activists as tourists, but unfortunately, travelling to Cat Ba merely adds to the situation.
Gabriel Lawson — Google review
Extremely busy, dirty and noisy. Avoid on weekends at all costs. Waters surrounding are heavily polluted. May appeal to some but we didn't enjoy our stay.
Ken Winning — Google review
Sod Halong!!! This is much easier and less touristy (and cheaper) if you want to see the bays. Soooo glad we opted for Cat Ba.....what an AMAZING experience, absolutely mind-blowingly beautiful!!! ❤️
Family of Six Travelling Nomads! — Google review
I really like this place very beautiful and peaceful, on the main island of Cat Ba there is a small town, but quite modern. People here live by seafaring and tourism, they are trying to catch up with the hustle and bustle of tourists from outside arriving on the island. However, the service here is not always good, when experiencing the restaurant here you should pay the price before ordering.
Thiep Mai Phuc — Google review
A must visit destination if coming to the north region
Situated a few hours from the capital, Cat Ba Island is an amazing place with a number of activities to do and sightseeing including a ever-green national park ( NP ) having very good views and treks, an amazing promenade giving the city view, a few beaches, i.a.
The most popular ( and the cheapest and feasible ) way to reach here is by a bus ( and then a boat, and then again by a bus ) which comes as a whole package, which run regularly from Hanoi. However, I took a way which can be called a long-cut but it allowed me to explore both the cities more and get a experience of the Vietnamese trains.
It took me about 2.5 hrs to reach Haiphong, and then a mile-walk to the ferry station, only to come to know that ferries weren't working on that day. However, taking a ferry means more requirement of transfers and extra walk, as they won't go as close the boats go and take long time. Boat transfers by private agencies are about three per day, and it took me around 12.00 pm to reach the Cat Ba town.
Ideally two to three days are recommend to explore here, one whole day for Cat Ba national park and the two caves, one day for the rock climbing and other sea activities, the beaches and local village sightseeing, and one for Lan Ha Bay tour. I did former and latter including a visit to just 1 beach. The slopes are sharp at most of the places in the city centre although the main road is wide and good to ride on. A night walk along the long promenade is recommended, and it allows one to immerse in fresh air and take a good view of the city.
The island has something for all the budgets including good hostels and hotels from as low as c $5 and c $12 respectively, and from street food to decent to fancy restaurants and bars all along the main road. Public transport is very limited, however getting a bicycle or motorbike on rent is easy and at very good rates. The plush hotels are situated a bit away from the city centre and have private beaches.
Overall, its a refreshing and affordable destination.
Pratik Gadgil — Google review
We really enjoyed our time in Cat Ba Island. It was recommended to us by a local in Hanoi in order to see Ha Long Bay on a budget. She was right! Full day cruises were a lot cheaper starting in Cat Ba and we had a chance to experience this quiet, seaside town. The locals are lovely and very hospitable and you will find anything you need on the island - it's full of small restaurants and cute cafes, there's grocery shops and pharmacies. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a budget friendly seaside trip, a little relaxing weekend on the beach or a starting point before heading to Ha Long Bay.
Karolina Bak — Google review
A very good alternative to Halong Bay.
You can do a very similar cruise and you can explore the island with its national park and caves.
Sebastian “Reisefueddle” Kracher — Google review
1% as popular as Bangkok
9 minutes off the main route, 34% of way to Pattaya
I'll never travel to Pattaya without this trip planner again
The Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi offers a unique and traditional Vietnamese art form known as water puppetry. The performances showcase classic Vietnamese folklore and legends, accompanied by live traditional music played on instruments like wooden bells, drums, horns, bamboo flutes, and cymbals. Located near Hoan Kiem Lake, the theatre provides an opportunity to experience Vietnam's rich culture while enjoying a visually captivating show that is perfect for capturing memorable photos.
The water puppet show was amazing and unique. This show depicts the story of Vietnam in the form of puppets. The language of this show was in Vietnami which was difficult to understand but the overall experience was very good. The theatre was almost full even in the time of restricted travel but they are taking care of safe distance. The host of this show were very nice
Shivam Agarwal — Google review
I have never experienced such an awesome & interesting place in my life. This was my first time seeing a puppet show that too underwater puppet show. The show is in Vietnamese but you will understand everything they are showing via puppets. You can also buy additional audio language packs if you like. I wanted front row seats so I emailed them before & asked them to
Book for me. I paid 200,000 VND for 1 front row seat. This place is must for people from all ages & kids would love it.
This place has not ♿️ accessible parking but entrance is ♿️ accessible.
Amit Singh — Google review
The Puppet Show was a great insight into the Vietnamese culture. It was chorused in Vietnamese language and hypnotising music that was just beautiful. Would highly recommend seeing this. I think it was just long enough to get a real thorough overview of their ways of life and their beliefs.
Debbie Alley — Google review
Me and my partner booked to see the puppet show as we heard it’s very popular here. We went around the theatre earlier in the day and booked for a 3pm show. In all honesty, we both did not enjoy it. We both felt confused and didn’t really understand the hype surrounding the show. There were elements that were nice including the music and the puppets themselves but I felt like there was no true storyline so it was hard to get into it. I think if you want to experience it, try it but if your looking for something amazing you’re going to be very disappointed.
Celeste Herrera — Google review
Fun experience. The cast is fun and lighthearted. To truly enjoy it, you have to know some basic Vietnamese folklore. It includes the story of the Sword Lake. Make sure to take pictures with the cast prior to the show starting. Splurge a bit
more for better seats. It’s worth it!
Dan — Google review
Very interesting place and show. I rented a translator ear peice which I found helpful. The musicians are amazing with the old school instruments they played, truly a dying art. See it live while it still is available. As a Canadian tourist married to a Vietnamese, we both enjoyed it well worth your time and little money.
Marco Palumbo — Google review
Once in a lifetime experience to watch this traditional show in the heart of Hanoi! Locals used to go to this show to just relax with family and have a good laugh after a long day of work. Approach this show with that mindset, and you will enjoy it even if you don't understand the words. I didn't bother with audio guide definitely not needed. You can use common sense to understand the stories. They are about life of locals in rural area and legends. We go the backrow seats (100k dong). The entire theater is not even that big so front or last row doesn't make that much difference. We were on the last row and had perfect visibility to the puppets and performers on side stages.
We arrived a few minutes after the show start time and they still allowed us entry. I recommend to squeeze this into your day. :)
G — Google review
What a wonderful show full of Vietnamese culture and beauty. The artists side stage were unreal at singing and playing their instruments and the puppeteers are also so talented. I would highly suggest buying tickets at the office a day or more before or online if you don’t mind paying a little more. They sell out right away.
Tasha L — Google review
Cool experience, wasn't really sure what was going on. The live performance was nice, puppets a were ok - they started off strong with some fire breathing dragons but after the first 5 minutes the rest of the show were very simple people, ducks, boats, etc. Everyone is a tourist, no locals go here.
Liam G. — Google review
For the price definitely worth a watch - sure it would be amazing for young children! Definitely a unique way to spend an hour in the city.
Ellis Escapes — Google review
It's a unique place, the small house with a waterpool and a classic oriental palace as a stage, and two platforms where musicians accompany the performance. The musicians are a gem crew themselves, with wonderful local music instruments. The show is comprised of everyday local life scenes that change one another, from planting rice to the Emperor visit. The legend of the Returned Sword on the lake opposite the theater is also played here. All the scenes prove the circle of Life is most important in Orient life. Another point is that this ancient art is carried through centuries and they keep it alive every day till today 365 days a year.
??????? ??????? — Google review
My first experience of a water puppet show. It was amazing. A 50 min show with stories of culture and village life including traditional live music.
It was worth a visit for one time. You get headphones in your preferred language as the show is in Vietnamese.
dhyan dev — Google review
My friend’s been wanting to take me here for a long time, and when I got to Hanoi the first thing she did was we walked towards the theatre and we bought tickets for the 630 show it was so good. It was so cute. It was so adorable. I would highly recommend this show for anyone.
The puppets and the way they make the movement I mean it’s funny. Yes, it’s sung sort of in Vietnamese language it was but I think if you can look at the motion of the puppets, you can kind of figure out what they’re doing.
Definitely go see this this is something you’ll never see anywhere in the world 🌎 unless
Follow Fauzia — Google review
Fun and unique show, with water puppets in Hanoi’s old quarter. No need to buy the audio guides and no need to understand Vietnamese to get the short sketches. Overall great hour spent!
Tickets should be bought in advanced, but it was somewhat disappointing to see many good spots still free, after I had been told the only free seat was in one of the last rows.
Carlotta Zuliani — Google review
We bought our tickets in advance from Agoda and we had to collect it from the venue about an hour before the show starts. We had to queue with the other ticket buyers and found out that we had paid more than double the price for buying it online than on the spot. So get it earlier on the spot to save some money.
The show was really fun even though we don’t understand Vietnamese. The puppets were such cute characters and the live music and voice actors were amazing! So it was worth paying for this!
Kye Lin Lung (Kylie) — Google review
Great cultural experience right next to the lake. A little bit touristy but it was still a highly enjoyable time. The puppets are all just above the water and the music is all traditional. The dialogue is also in Vietnamese but the context can be ascertained from the actions of the puppets.
There is ample seating inside the theatre with the seats towards the front coating a little more, however this is not important as the seating is staggered so that the view is reasonably unimpeded regardless of where you decide to sit. The seating is also all allocated according to your ticket so there is no rush to get to your seats. The restrooms aren't especially clean but are good enough.
Roop Singh — Google review
I really enjoyed the 50 minute show.
I would recommend sitting either right at the front or right at the back for the best views.
We got tickets for the 3pm showing without any trouble. There wasn't a queue to get in but was quite busy once every one was seated. My youngest son and I moved seats to the back when someone tall sat in front of him.
We hired 2 of the audio description headsets for 50k each. We could've just shared 1 between the 4 of us and just taken it in turn to listen though.
Be warned people have their phones out taking video and photos and will hold them up sometimes blocking your view.
Holly Maurice — Google review
Advisable to buy tickets in advance as the shows are generally full... we were lucky to get on the spot tickets, but it's not worth the risk as the show is an absolute must... we first visited the Sword Island pagoda and then walked over in time to catch the 630 show... they have 3-4 shows everyday, please check the times and buy tickets in advance... do not skip the audio guides, or you will not get a wholesome experience of the story telling masterpiece that the show is... the puppets are beautiful, and the artists use the water to great effect...
Amitabh Anand — Google review
It is better to buy the ticket in advance because the line might be long. We came 20 mins before and bought the ticket on the spot. Good thing we were able to buy just in time ( we went a bit late).
Even though they used local language, I enjoyed the show and definitely it is a must visit place in Hanoi.
Theodora Widjaja — Google review
It was a wonderful experience. One gets to experience exquisite puppetry, traditional Vietnamese music, and a soothing atmosphere. We did not realize that one could also get translation in different languages. So we did not follow the narration or songs (they are in Vietnamese) but could only follow what was being shown. To cut waiting times, it is best to book tickets when you visit the sword lake temple and then go to the theatre 15 minutes before show time. You can also but some puppets after the show. Don't miss the souvenir shops around the theatre. All in all, this was the high point of our stay in Hanoi.
Sivasenani Nori — Google review
It was a wonderful experience! They act out folklore and small stories of their culture through puppets!! It was just breathtaking how the marionettes were controlled when the people can’t even see them properly . I should also mention the opera singers and musicians who did a wonderful job with the music ... everything put together, it was a very good show and I learnt a bit from it... there are a few photos of the show below
Manudi Aksana — Google review
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57B P. Đinh Tiên Hoàng, Hàng Bạc, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
The Old Quarter in Hanoi, Vietnam is a vibrant and historic area that offers a blend of cultural experiences. One of the must-try dishes here is Bun Cha, a Vietnamese specialty consisting of grilled pork served with rice noodles and herbs, accompanied by a side of dipping sauce. This dish has deep roots in Hanoi's culinary history and can be enjoyed at various restaurants in the Old Quarter.
Hoàn Kiếm Lake in Hanoi is steeped in legend and history. It's associated with the tale of Emperor Le Loi, who returned a magical sword to a Golden Turtle God after defeating invaders. The lake is home to the ancient Great-Grandfather Turtle and features remarkable architectural landmarks like the hundred-year-old Turtle Tower, Ngoc Son temple, and the vibrant red The Huc bridge.
This area once again is super lit at night. The amount of energy this place during night is quite high. What I love about this place is that everyone is enjoying here & living in the moment. This place has not ♿️ accessible parking but entrance is ♿️ accessible.
Amit Singh — Google review
I loved this place although it is very busy over the weekend. It’s a good place to chill and relax but too crowded sometimes. This is a great area to visit early in the morning or evening as sitting by the lake side. It’s a quite nice to having a coffee at a nearby café.
BludStory — Google review
Day time and night time is very different so you can come around sunset to see the two sides of its beauty. It’s good for after meal walking as there are plenty of space for walking and seats for resting.
Eva — Google review
Quite a beautiful lake that has its beauty both in day time as well as nighttime. Loved the overall vibe here with people sitting to take a break from all the chaos.
Best thing hang around a nice cafe overlooking this cafe and enjoy.
Tahseen Ahmad — Google review
Mesmerised by the beauty of the lake and it is well kept, if you’re looking for peace and serenity in Hanoi, come over to Hoan Kiem Lake, you will not be disappointed.
KAB — Google review
An absolute beauty during the evening sunsets. Very picturesque, with a red bridge lighted up and the reflection dancing in the lake waters. Come with your loved one, and write poems or just a love letter.
Michelle Y — Google review
Love this lake, very peaceful, this is my first stop to sit and find the address I need. Next to crowded Old Quarter but it is great spot. I walk every morning for exercise and sometime at night for relaxing. It has the magic!
Angie Mok — Google review
Hoan Kiem Lake is the freshwater lake with around 12 hectares size. This lake is one of the landmark in Hanoi and a must visit place in Hanoi. Actually, nothing is too special about the lake. Just a Chinese temple in the middle of the lake. But, around the lake, there are numerous attractions from historical sites to hotels, food and beverages as well as shopping. As it is an iconic lake of Hanoi, tourists must visit here as the sign that you have been to Hanoi. At the lake side, you can sit and rest. Locals also organize gathering, picnic, event, etc. As it is within walking distance from Old Quarter, you may walk from your hotel at Old Quarter to this lake.
Edwin Petrus — Google review
It’s a pretty lake whether you want to take a stroll or photo op. You’ll see lots of ladies wearing áo dài to take pictures so don’t be surprised. You could also rent one and have a photo shoot too!
It comes to life at night with more food vendors/stalls.
My Dao Ngo — Google review
A beautiful lake that has its beauty both in day time as well as nighttime. Loved the overall vibe here with people sitting to take a break from all the chaos.
There are a lot of nice cafe's nearby and has a great view
Shashwatee Shwetapadma — Google review
I love going there in the evening.
Easmin A. — Google review
This place is really peaceful , lot of charming place to sea , nice coffee to try , the little temple is really looking beautiful , if you have a little moment to go visiting Hanoi this a place you definetly have to go to it s really beautiful .
tom garnier — Google review
Nice lake adjacent to Old Quarter, perfect for a stroll along the shores. Not too large so can easily walk around it in ~30 minutes, and nice to view from nearby coffee houses and restaurants. While there visit the temple in the lake, vey nice. They close the street around the lake in summer on weekends and people come out for fun.
Arlene Lum — Google review
Really lovely way to spend an hour in Hanoi, walking around the lake and then visiting the temple. Lots of great photo opportunities, as well as being a nice restful place to sit. Looks beautiful at night.
Hilary Lowe — Google review
There are many things to see and do in the area. I suggest taking a stroll around the lake and enjoying the attractions of the traditional side of Vietnam. If you have the opportunity, I also recommend visiting the temple across the bridge, as it is affordable and provides a wealth of information.
H Dinh — Google review
A lot of people on holiday. On island have small temple pay around 1USD. Inside beautiful but can not take a photo.
Panuwong Yokying — Google review
Simply a stunning lake, that encompasses all the parts of hanoi, the old and the french quarter are very popular with tourists, recommend walking the circumference of the lake at least twice, in the the day and at night, both complexly different experience's, all a good way to get away from the general chaos.
V H — Google review
I have very fond memories of this lake. Whether it is early in the morning or late in the afternoon or any time in between this is just a beautiful place to walk around. It is located in the heart of Hanoi, surrounded by lush greenery and is home to the famous red bridge, Huc Bridge, which leads to the Ngoc Son Temple situated on a small island in the lake. I can understand why it is incredibly popular.
Ross Daniels — Google review
Really like this lake, very comfortable and spectacular. Quite a number of artists there to draw the portrait for the passers-by. It is definitely worthy to keep a record of your journey:)
Jasmine Lam — Google review
Great place to come for a walk in the morning 🌅 or the evening 🌆!
Locals come and do Dance Groups, take photos with traditional clothing and flowers.
Truly feels like a community park.
Jose Puente — Google review
It is a very relaxing and beautiful lake. So many locals come here to enjoy the Central Park of the city. The Hoan Kiem Lake and the surrounding area are the central park for Hanoi. Many ladies come here in the morning for dancing exercises, and the guys run or walk in the park.
Michael W. — Google review
Nice lake with ruins of temple pagoda in the centre. There were plenty of people visiting here with food stalls and fresh juice vendors lining the sides. Ample seating to relax and people watch while here.
Roop Singh — Google review
HanoiHoan Kiem Lake, nestled in the heart of Hanoi, is a serene gem that captivates visitors with its timeless beauty and cultural significance. During my recent visit to Vietnam's capital city, I had the pleasure of exploring this enchanting landmark, and it left a lasting impression on me.
Surrounded by lush greenery and shaded walkways, Hoan Kiem Lake offers a peaceful escape from the bustling streets of Hanoi. Whether you're taking a leisurely stroll along its shores or sitting on one of the benches to admire the view, the tranquil ambiance of the lake is truly rejuvenating.The centerpiece of the lake is the iconic Turtle Tower, standing majestically amidst the shimmering waters. Legend has it that the tower is home to a sacred turtle, adding to the mystique and allure of the area.One of the highlights of my visit was crossing the charming red bridge to reach Ngoc Son Temple, located on a small island in the lake.
The temple's intricate architecture and rich history provided insight into Vietnam's cultural heritage and spirituality.Hoan Kiem Lake also serves as a vibrant hub for locals and tourists alike, with activities such as tai chi sessions, street performances, and traditional water puppet shows adding to its allure.Whether you're seeking solace in nature, immersing yourself in Vietnamese culture, or simply enjoying a leisurely day out, Hoan Kiem Lake offers an unforgettable experience that will leave you enchanted and inspired.Overall, my time spent at Hoan Kiem Lake was a highlight of my trip to Hanoi, and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city
pooja dubey — Google review
A great historical and spritual place to visit in Hanoi.
Having a pagoda and a royal museum inside, this place is a must visit in Hanoi Old Quarter.
The lake is big and the water is green 😁 which is so lovely to see.
You'll fall in love ❤️🇻🇳
Trang An Grottoes, located 7km northwest of Ninh Binh, offers a captivating experience for visitors. This region, known as Trang An, boasts stunning limestone caves that can be explored by renting rowboats along the Sao Khe River. The area is abundant in natural wonders such as mountains, rocks, and caves. Surrounding these formations are beautiful religious structures set amidst canals and lakes.
A beautiful, and very professionally organised 3 hour boat tour through a UNESCO world heritage site. Through caves and grottoes, with occasional stops at some stunning temples and gardens along the way allowing you to stretch your legs. For 250,000 VND I haven’t found a better value tourist experience in Vietnam like this yet. Don’t forget to tip your guide. Unlike the Tam Coc tour, they won’t ask for it but they definitely deserve it. Unless you want to tan, I definitely recommend bringing a hat/sunglasses.
Tim F — Google review
Boat ride through mountains and caves in a river that full of healthy grass that’s a treat itself. World heritage site that’s well maintained. The stunning nature around limestone caves are truly impressive. The boat ride provides umbrella, yet the weather in November is just perfect. For older folks is hard to sit in the boat for that long though. Maybe bring some cushion as you are sitting on the hard surface the entire ride. Flowing alone with river is so peaceful and relaxing. The only bad part is too many tourist. We actually had traduce inside the cave.
The Foodie Architect — Google review
This place is seriously heaven on Earth! It is definitely not expensive, given that the boat tour takes 3 hours and the scenery is breathtaking throughout! We visited in October and took route 1. Going through the caves was great, the guide was super friendly, and the place is INSANELY beautiful. Would visit again in a heartbeat!
Desiree Chetcuti — Google review
The Trang An Grotto Tour was amazing experience and definitely a must do if visiting Ninh Binh. The price of 250,000 vnd is more than fair for 3 hours of river boat sightseeing. There are three routes all of which have their pros and cons. Route one offers the most sights and is the longest, which makes it in my opinion worth it over the other two. Unlike the river tour at Tam Coc you will not be harassed to buy things or forced to buy trinkets in order to continue the tour.
Konrad — Google review
We bicycled from Tam Coc to Trang An, it took about 35 minutes using the walking directions on Google (enter through a large gate and proper road). Don't use the driving directions, you'll end up on the highway.
We arrived around 3:45 and were one of the last tours out. We opted for #2 and weren't disappointed. It was a bit shorter but the temples and caves didn't disappoint. If you want your own boat for two people you have to buy four tickets, we opted for 2 tickets and had two great boat mates from Canada and Thailand. We had a great time, no one trying to sell us anything, no scams, no hussles, no line ups and were one of the last boats of the river so it was very peaceful. Highly recommend. And if you don't mind biking in the dark, go late in the day. They close/stop selling tickets at 4pm
JAD Bermuda — Google review
If I could sum this place up in one word, it would be: Stunning. But one word is never enough. If you get a chance, make sure you come and see this place. It's calm and serene and majestic all at the same time. Hire a boat to take you around to all the temples and through the caves and mountains. There are lots of people visiting, but there are lots of times when you're away from the big tour buses. We managed to ask around in town and get a car to bring us, so it is possible to get here on your own.
Michael Davidson — Google review
17th October 2022 selected route 3 . Superb views. Covered all three caves and temples. Great experience. Boatwoman was very nice
bilu koshy — Google review
We did tour 1 on an early December morning and loved it. We were just under three hours exploring the caves and temples. Every corner we turned we were blown away by the scenery.. a must if you are in this area
Julia Wood — Google review
Really beautiful boat ride of 2 hours going through the lime stone river system and caves and you visit some moderately nice temples. Major downside is that it is extremely touristy at every moment of the day it seemed
Bjorn Rispens — Google review
Boat ride experience is amazing. We went for route 3 where we stop at 2 pagodas and went in 3 caves. There was 1 cave which was 1000m long. We needed to sit low since the cave is kinda low also. We went at 14:00hr and it was extremely hot! I recommend you wear tons of sunscreen or hat and long sleeve because it’s extremely hot!! The view is just breathtaking. It was a total of 4hrs boat ride including the stops. An unforgettable experience. 💖
HaVen HeaVens — Google review
Absolutely amazing boat ride!! Go in the morning otherwise it gets too hot. We were worried it was too touristy when getting tickets (250k each), but after 10 minutes, you are separate from the other boats and forget other people are there. We did route one, which went through 9 caves and 3 temples. At the first temple, buy some fish food for 10k (see video). The middle temple is up (then down) about 100 uneven rock stairs. Overall, it was an amazing experience and was the best part of our trip to Ninh Binh.
River O'Neill — Google review
We did the route 3 boat tour, which goes through 2 caves and stops at multiple pagodas. The route took just under 3 hours in total. The scenery is spectacular and going by boat is an ideal way to take it all in. Just make sure to put on plenty of sun cream if it's a sunny day.
Eoin G — Google review
A must do in Vietnam! Best activity we did by far. This is the Ha Long Bay on land (and I thought it was even more beautiful).
The sightseeing tour agency Tam Cốc offers a Ngô Đồng River boat tour through rice fields. The entrance fees include sightseeing tickets and boat tickets. Children under 1.40 meters are free when accompanying an adult.
What a fabulous place to stay and visit. Lots of lovely family run homestays and restaurants. Stunning scenery. A great place to cycle around the waterways and karsts. Very friendly locals. Gets busy especially at weekends with boat tours.
Chris Sutcliffe — Google review
Bad services, you have to pay VND150K (~$6.5) for boat and additionally VND 120K (~$5) per person for sightseeing but there is only one option of going by boat. Besides, the ferry man always ask for money!!! Street vendors (or river vendor) were so annoying
Luong Nguyet — Google review
Well: it feels bad to rate a place this low, because it’s a nice place and all but:
1. You can park outside for free. Local women will try to persuade you to park and tell you the entrance fee is included. I assure you the temple visit is free, so this is a well-dressed lie.
2. Be sure to bring something with sleeves and proper trousers. The temple etiquette demands it and the women outside use this to force you into buying long sleeves there.
3. It’s a simple temple. Nice, but simple.
I read you can do boat rides but why would you, really?
Stefan Bussels — Google review
Interesting spot, but a little over the top on tourism. Strange to see so many tourists getting paddled along the river by boat operators using their feet to navigate and propel their crafts. Seems a bit unseemly.
Would be a nicer spot without all the wholesale tourism and related infrastructure. Beautiful scenery, regardless.
Good during rain or shine. And no mosquitos, in March anyway.
Greg Angevine — Google review
Not well organized, here the rower was not happy with our tip and was rude to us, the caves are pitch black, lots of garbage in the water and its the same way go and back. But still we enjoyed it as we were a long time in Ninh Binh, but if you stay short time, go to Trang An! Trang an also has 3 routes
Esteban Bourguignon — Google review
The place looks nice but I was quite disappointed.
It is super small and beyond the lovely entranceway the rest is rather disappointing in relation to a lot of things there are in Vietnam. Perhaps it'd be different if going with a guide.
To go to third pagoda you also need to go through a cave. Whilst it is interesting as an experience, the cave has bats and it absolutely stinks.
Worth going there if you have extra time. Otherwise not.
Also, the ladies at the bike parking place tried to charge us 100D arguing there was an entrance fee. We had read it was free and ended up paying 10D only for the parking but that was very annoying too..
Samanta Boero — Google review
It's a shame I didn't explore everything. However it's a very nice and peaceful place to visit. I personally think it's alright, not really having a big feeling towards this spot. However , please be aware that if you're visiting this temple, make sure you wear appropriately (no short shorts or tank tops or whatever that exposes too much of your skin )
Erique Chong — Google review
To go here, you must buy an entrance ticket, especially to take a boat on the small river through three caves and then enter Thai Vi temple to worship the Tran kings. The scene is very beautiful, majestic nature mixed with ancient features. The entrance ticket is also cheap, including tickets to visit 3 points, take a boat through 3 caves to Thai Vi temple, then enter Tien Cave and finally enter Bich Dong pagoda (the temple is located on the top of the mountain, facing outward and the back is inside). mountain cave... very beautiful).
Thiep Mai Phuc — Google review
It was a good place to visit in Ninh Bing. Although there was some vendors on the boat asked you to buy some food the boatman made me feel uncomfortable. Overall it was a good experience.
Amy Chang — Google review
Very commercial. Beware of the guys who take photos. They say it's
$1 but will end up taking ton of your pictures and sell it to you. M vendors selling stuff if u don't buy they will ask you to top ypur rower. Rowers negotiating tips with you. Overall place is excellent beautiful but this commercialization makes experience bitter. Hence two stars deducted
Raj De — Google review
Amazing place ! Super peaceful! I highly recommend. You can stay here for 5/7 days easy! Specifically if you are looking a place to chill!
At same time you have a lot of places to go and things to see.
Definitely One of my favourite places!
Navegador de Mundos — Google review
Still under-crowded gem a bit out of Nin Binh. Day trippers do crowd the visiting sites but it’s a wonderful place to stay. Recommend the lake trip through the caves and the Mua Cave. Definitely grab yourself a bike or a scooter for easy access everywhere
Andy Karemani — Google review
The Tam Cốc area was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Being surrounded by the limestone cliffs we were in awe. The inside of the caves was gigantic, and felt like they went for miles. The talented boat rowers added more to this experience as we were amazed by their rowing skills. 2 hours - all by their feet! Their leg muscles must be crazy.
Make sure to tip the rowers. This is how they make their living. Our driver was a sweetheart, and kept us smiling - despite the language barrier. Although this attraction was touristy it was relaxing and beautiful.
Erica C — Google review
During my visit to Hanoi in February, I had the opportunity to explore the breathtaking beauty of Tam Cốc – Bích Động in Ninh Bình, Vietnam. This hidden gem left me in awe and provided a truly memorable experience.
Tam Cốc - often referred to as the "Halong Bay on land" - is a scenic landscape filled with limestone karsts and winding rivers. The boat ride along the Ngo Dong River was the highlight of my visit. As we glided through the serene waterways, surrounded by limestone cliffs and lush greenery, I felt like I had entered a tropical paradise.
The area is famous for its caves, and Bích Động was a standout attraction. Climbing steep stone steps and exploring the cave complex was an adventure in itself. The intricate network of pagodas and temples nestled within the natural caves added to the mystique and spiritual atmosphere.
What made this destination truly special was its peacefulness and tranquility. The absence of crowds allowed for a more intimate experience, and I was able to fully appreciate the natural beauty and surrounding serenity.
The local people were friendly and welcoming, and their hospitality added to the overall charm of the place. They were eager to share their knowledge and stories about Tam Cốc, enhancing my understanding and appreciation of this unique destination.
Visiting Tam Cốc – Bích Động in Ninh Bình was an unforgettable experience that showcased the natural beauty and cultural richness of Vietnam.
Marco — Google review
Good experience on the boat - they use leg paddles! Amazing view around the caves and padi field
Zheng Wei Tan — Google review
Not sure if this true, they said the movie “Kong the Skull Island” was shot here. One of the best boating ride. It mostly the starting point for most of the Vietnam Visitors.
We went in the month of August. Temperature was a bit hotter.
There is a trekking as well. Unfortunately we could not do it as it was not included in our itinerary. We missed the top view of the river because of this. If people reading this review before booking and a fan of trekking then please add that in itinerary too.
We get biscuits, fruits sellers and photographers on the way. They try to loot you so please be careful. Take cash in smaller denominations and give them. If given a higher denomination then the right amount might not come back 😅.
Ajay Managaon — Google review
Great experience in a boat ride by hand and not by machine.. The view was spectacular and the greenery and the nature.. It was just wow.. If you wanna have a short ride in the boat then go for this.. Timing is one and a half hours...
Chenghun Phukon — Google review
Interesting couple of small temples nested under a cliffs with a cave/tunnel connecting the two.
If you clash with a coach trip it gets difficult as you have to file across a narrow bridge through narrow gaps.
The Phimai Historical Park is a rectangular temple complex filled with intricate carvings and stone sculptures. It is an impressive Khmer ruin located in Thailand, known for its grand scale and detailed designs. Built as a Mahayana Buddhist temple, it features carvings of Hindu deities and design elements similar to those found in Angkor Wat.
This place was stunning!
I remain amazed - after visiting ancient ruins in other countries - how much of this complex was accessible to the public. There’s not really anything off limits, and only the normal rules binding visitors to decency in a holy site.
The structures are all incredible, and the details truly ornate. Plan at least a couple of hours to wander and soak it all in.
There is a higher density of visitors here than some of the other sites we’ve visited, but for good reason.
It’s an amazing feat of human engineering, and something worth witnessing first-hand.
Charlie Morse — Google review
Impressive one. The old building is located in the center of city. All of them were built from stone that is always stunning me how effort they built them without any smart tools. No public transportation I saw only private cars.
Beyond Rek — Google review
This is a smaller version of the Angkor Wat in Cambodia. It is worth stopping at if you are in the area. I would take some water along as climbing up and down all the stairs "rocks" in the heat will make you thirsty. The stairs are not bad there are few steps but many stairs. It took us abount an hour and a half to walk it all. Take cash its 100 bht a person.
joe wendell — Google review
1) Cleanliness, Has Geal alcohol,
2) Service is normal quality, staff was friendly, Normal welcoming, attended a bit your special request if you had any.
3) Place is really good view and history, It's amazing place you should go!!!
I went on 31Dec.2022 is free for ticket.🥰
4) Atmosphere great is it a family place, good for a date, But not for business. Toilet is similar.
5) Price is valued for money the place is far from Bkk around 7Hr. and car parking is too small should park another place and walk through if in the holiday & weekend.
I Would you recommend if you looking for great history good historical wonderful views.🥰
RD Services — Google review
The wonderful Khmer cultural sanctuary. The largest ancient Khmer temple in Thailand. It was taken care of very well. The inside has beautiful scenery, clean and a lot of photography corners. A small museum in front of this place shows the history and the conservation of Phimai. Some of the entrance fees.
Ruby Lib — Google review
I really enjoyed my visit to Phimai Historical Park. The temple is a beautiful example of Khmer architecture and the carvings are simply stunning. It was fascinating to learn about the history of the park and the Khmer people.
I would recommend Phimai Historical Park to anyone interested in history, culture, or architecture. It is a truly impressive site that is well worth a visit.
Specific comments about your suggestions:
The parking is very limited. I would recommend parking at the main entrance and walking to the temple. The walk is about 10 minutes and is a great way to get a feel for the park.
The entrance fee is 20 baht per person for Thai nationals and 100 baht per person for foreigners.
The museum on site is a great place to learn more about the park and the Khmer people. It is well worth a visit if you have time.
Patarachet S. (Earth) — Google review
Pretty impressive that there are these ruins in the middle of this small town. It's pretty small grounds but the structure and carvings on the ruins are very impressive. There's hardly any other tourists and it took us about an hour to go through. You need to dress modestly to get in.
Shu Ying — Google review
We have been to Angkor Wat in Cambodia and this is very similar. It is very impressive and much bigger than we thought it would be. 120 bhat for two people.
UGGMan1971 — Google review
This place was a fantastic view into the ancient temples of the Khmer Kingdom of the 11th and 12th century. Beautiful Hindu inspired artwork adorns the walls and vamanas of these ancient temples. A large area with beautiful park like settings . Be sure to check out the rear of the park where many old pieces of the the temples lay catalogued for possible replacement. Very hot climate so dress accordingly.
michael sandoval — Google review
A very impressive park with a cheap entry fee. You will need at least half an hour. Preferable more. There is a visitor info centre attached with info both in Thai and English. Great streetfood outside.
Perry A — Google review
This historical park opens at 7:30am, an ideal time to visit.
Amazing ruins, highly recommend a sticky beak.
Mister Boodarie — Google review
I traveled from Siem Reap, Cambodia to Surin to meet a friend from Switzerland. We traveled by public bus to visit Phimai temple. Phimai is a magnificent temple. It was previously an important city during the Khmer Empire era. Prasat Hin Phimai Temple, located in the center of the city, was one of the main Khmer temples in ancient Thailand, connected to Angkor by the ancient Khmer road and oriented towards Angkor as its cardinal direction.
Driver Cambodia — Google review
Amazing Khmer historical site and keep quite well with details of sculpture and recommend to visit ☺️
Jack Chen — Google review
Great and beautiful place to visit. Taking photos and videos with your loved ones. Around 1.5 hours from Korat and visit here for 30-50 minutes worth a visit. Entry fee THB 20 for Thais and THB 100 for foreigners. Have QR code to tell you details of section you visit.
Eat Travel with Uncle Cat — Google review
Historical park, set in the town of Phimai (Prasat Hin Phimai) is definitely worth a visit. You can experience the remains of a Khmer style temple without having to leave Thailand. I have been to Angkor Wat (in Cambodia), and the similarities are amazing. This is considered the largest Khmer temple in all of Thailand.
Upon arrival, despite the timing of closing, one still managed to appreciate the scenic environment and is considering a future visit for a more thorough exploration. There are numerous picturesque spots for photography enthusiasts and sufficient dining options available even after a long drive on the highways. The ranch known as Chokchai Farm offers an extensive array of agrotourism facilities coupled with various entertainment opportunities and food choices. Their homemade chocolate, cheese and fresh milk ice cream stands out as particularly impressive.
We had arrived just as everything was starting to close but still managed to enjoy some of the beautiful scenery around this place and will consider coming back to have a more detailed look around next time. There is alot of beautiful places to take photos here. It’s also a good place to stop after a long drive on the highways as there is places open to eat here. check out my YouTube The Travelling Social Worker
GREGORY EGAN — Google review
The staple place for milk and steak. They offer self guided tour, petting zoo, restaurant and souvenir shop. The staff on site were all friendly and nice. For me the highlights are the milk and ice cream. The farm itself setup for photography tour. The sheep were really cute.
Wind Napol — Google review
The place is well organized, I had a burger it’s expensive and average. The ice cream was also ok. There is lots to see, very clean , lots of parking but also the elephant I felt awful seeing it. 55 years in captivity.
David Parry — Google review
Huge farm with flower garden, zoo, cafe, museum, farm animals, cowboy show… you can drive in our car by paying 80THB per vehicle & entry fee per adult is 80THB… you will need minimum 2-3 hours in this farm… highly recommended especially if you have kids they will love this place.
Kalyan Kalpathy — Google review
Great place for family there has a lot of thing to do here ex. ride an ATV, feed a sheep, ride a miniature horse
You can drive your car inside this place if need
There also have a restaurant here but a bit high price
Recommend to go there in the cloudy day cuz it so hot
Tanabodin Kamol — Google review
Farm Chokchai is fun and engaging especially if you have kids. We didn't do any of the tours and spent most of our time there just feeding the animals and taking pictures, which was perfectly OK for us. The farm has a 'free access' feel to it but was relatively empty with most of the stores closed when we visited. There were also quad bike and buggy rides on top of the tours and milking / feeding activities.
Jianwei Oh — Google review
The atmosphere is very good. I've been there many times and especially during the winter, the weather is very nice. The food is delicious and there are many activities to do, with my favorite activity being driving an ATV. You can also go feed the animals or take photos, with space for running around and relaxing.
tahwan — Google review
Very nice agrotourism object with many entertainment and food options. I'm especially impressed with their ice cream made of fresh milk, homemade chocolate and cheeses.
V K — Google review
I have been seeing many entertaining farm in Thailand and overseas. I think this place is the best entertaining farm in Thailand. The owner try to decorate atmospheres and manage like in an overseas. Those animals are so clean and healthy. Children are love it. It can be another edutainment as well.
Worakanok A. — Google review
Nice farm. Can feed animals, take a horse ride, ATV, and milk the cow. Many good locations for taking photos as well.
Visan S. (Khun) — Google review
We believe this place is perfect and fun for families with young kids. Perhaps not for the hot days though. It's worth a visit to show your kids some friendly farm animals. You can drive yourself into the farm and enjoy it at your own pace. Anyway our kids enjoy milking a cow. The driveway in the Chokchai farm looks vast but there are only a few things to do. We wish there were more activities or animal enclosure more.
Chat Soo (Tor) — Google review
my first time to be in Khao Yai, we picked Farm Chokchai as one of spots. It’s good for family to spend here. You can feed goats, lambs and have cowboys show. We tried strawberry and original milk, the original is more rich and tasty 👍🏻
Kayhm AY — Google review
Our children had a great time here, spent more than half a day.
They have flowers, animal feeding, pony riding, mini zoo, museum...
Worth to allocate a day here 👍
ZS Choo — Google review
Nice and large dairy farm. There’re 4 zones.
1st zone you can watch and play with sheep
2nd zone are flowers
3rd zone is cowboy station where you can watch cowboy show, pet show, play some games, rent ATV, try their milk and ice cream
And the last zone you may see the process of making milk and ice cream.
Also you can enjoy steak at their restaurants (Chokchai Steakhouse)
Vansoh Edi — Google review
This place entrance on high way,
Entrance 100b
You can drive your own car across farm.
Nice things -
3 Tigers
Turtle
Sheeps
Horse and cows.
You can feed sheep's by buying 100b grass.
Also, old planes and fighter plane, jeeps are nice too.
Food -
Burger, ice cream shops. But I went nearby famous Thai restaurant which have vegetarian options available.
Nick K — Google review
We and our son really enjoyed visiting the farm using the car and walking around.
The admission prices with the own car are 100 baht for each adult and 50 baht for the children.
All the attractions inside the farm space have to be paid separately, as well the food to feed the animals.
Funny the experience to feed the ship that come all around you trying to reach the grass you are holding.
I suggest to try the very nice ice cream that they make with the fresh milk produced in the farm, 52 bath for a cup of 85 g.
Then if like us, after walking around, visiting the museum and the small zoo you will get hungry, do not miss the Hamburger House or the Steak House.
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Khao Yai National Park, Thailand's oldest national park, is a favorite weekend getaway for Bangkok residents seeking cooler temperatures. The park is known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, macaques, gibbons, and stunning hornbill species. Visitors can explore hiking and biking trails to discover the park's rich biodiversity and may spot rare bird species like Silver Pheasant and Eared Pitta.
Absolutely not to be missed! There is a lot of ground to cover, so allow a full day or more. You really need transport if you intend to see the whole park in one day. It's a great place to take children and the night safari is a must. Its beautiful in all weather, but be prepared and bring sensible layers and shoes.
Jemma Forrester — Google review
I came in April, which is a dry month. Should have come sometime between November to January. When i was there around noon time, the animals are mostly sleeping. We saw some deer, monitor lizards, but no elephants and no monkeys. The national park itself is big and mountainous with some waterfalls. Again do not come in summer as the waterfalls are dry.
Audrey Budihardja — Google review
Many activities and trails to suit all levels. Lovely and helpful staff. Ask the information desk for help with private guides and so on. Highly recommend to get a guide because the knowledge you will receive is priceless. Food and drinks are available at a very reasonable price and not a rip off like some other hot spots. Take your time to enjoy the nature and please help to keep the place clean ♥️
Tara Sukrasara — Google review
Khao Yai National Park is another well-known national park in Thailand, located in the northeastern part of the country, approximately 175 kilometers (109 miles) northeast of Bangkok. It is one of the oldest and most popular national parks in Thailand, known for its stunning landscapes, dense forests, and diverse wildlife.
Nguy?n Tr??ng Giang — Google review
Many trails and interesting fauna and flora. Unfortunately we did not encounter the elephants. Worth a visit given its proximity to Bangkok.
Matthias Duerr — Google review
Big and beautiful national park, very fun place to explore for nature lovers. You can hike, see view points, a few animals and waterfalls. There's also coffee and some restaurants but not much vegetarian or vegan food options.
hagit — Google review
Beautiful national park easily accessible by car from Bangkok. Even a day trip is possible. Lots of lakes, lush green hills, and waterfalls.
VLOG: https://youtu.be/EnjN2jlArRA
Alissa Stehlin — Google review
I have always wanted to go for the night safari and finally did at the end of March 2024. I booked the night safari truck in the afternoon at the visitor center and was told to standby at 6:30pm.
Our guide was looked like a student volunteer who only knew a few words in English. As the evening, fell we started our drive through the park.
However, I was rather disappointed. I did not have the expectation that the guide would explain too much about the park, as I knew this was not common in Thailand's national parks. The guide often just serves as someone who spots the animals simply by virtue of being there every day. However, this girl seems under experienced even in terms of animal spotting. We did see some sambar deers, a night jay, hedgehogs, a prairie-dog like animal and tons of monkeys and while any western visitor might be delighted, I have to say that as someone permanently living in South East Asia, these animals are not all that difficult to spot even in your own neighbourhood. At where I lived in Singapore, hornbills came to my window and I saw macaques every weekend when walking in the park.
I cannot help but compare the experience with Kui Buri, where it was far easier to spot elephants and guars were also aplenty. Of course having a knowledgeable guide who introduces the background of the park can always enrich experience. That was however not the case, and the experience was rather flat.
Linn “ms-ats-cat” Ts — Google review
Visited 17nov 23.
All around fun.
Trail can be tough for elders.
Slipping can be often with wrong footwear.
Nice views from many areas of the park.
Due to higher section of mountain area, it's not too hot here for good trekking sesh.
Eric Effin' P - MTB Content — Google review
It's an amazing park! It's so good that I'm shocked more people doesn't visit it, especially that it's relatively close to Bangkok. If you're on the fence whether to include this in your trip itinerary I'd say go for it. It's really worth it. I recommend tours with Greenleaf (they are budget friendly) which I personally arranged with More than Sleep hostel
Sky — Google review
Khao Yai National Park is worth to visit for the people who love nature and green scenery. Khao Yai is known as world heritage site because of its significant landscape and great and unique biodiversity. And also this national site is very first national park in Thailand with rich natural resources and unique wildlife. So that there is no doubt that there is best option for mammals watching.
Transportation is easy is easy to get there by bus, train and or private van.From the Bangkok (mo chit bus station), it takes almost 4 hours to get to the Khao Yai. The entrance fee of this park is 400 Bhat that is worth to spend it.At there, you can do camping,trekking, hiking and explore the nature.The one thing we must to do it, before you want to do trekking or hiking, you should report information Center. At there, the officers assist you the types of trails and do and don’t things. And also that they will give the map and experienced tour guides guide if you want.
The best season is winter with fresh and cool air.I recommend that if you want to spend your quality time with your loved ones, Khoa Yai national park is the must.if you want escaping from the city life, exploring the countryside( wildlife and waterfall)with fresh breeze, this national park is the best place to experience of full set of nature.
One more thing is the food. The food is not expensive as much that is between 50 to 100 bhat. You can try Thai style curry and fresh juices.One of the best food for me is fried potatoes that is very unique and delicious.
The last thing is the opening hour (6:00am to 6:00 pm) in everyday. But weekend can be busy with visitors so the weekdays is the must.
Kyi Sin Win Hlaing — Google review
A brisk 2 hour drive from Bangkok takes you to the entrance of Khao Yai National Park. There are some amazing waterfalls, hikes and wildlife. It's hard to believe it's so close to Bangkok! And you might even have a true wild elephant walk out on the road to have some roadside snacks! That's certainly a traffic stopper!!!
Pra Prang Sam Yod is a renowned historic landmark located in Lopburi. It was built by the Khmer in the 13th century as a Buddhist temple using laterite and sandstone, and it features three linked towers. Although it was converted to Shiva worship, King Narai returned it to Buddhism in the 17th century.
Overrun with monkeys, so if you don’t like monkeys don’t bother to go. Love this place, better visit in the morning. The entrance guard will give you a stick for your safety. Some of these monkeys are very curious especially the young ones. The older monkeys are quite chill. You can go inside the temple, although there aren’t much to see inside. The monkeys are barred from going inside the temple
Daniel — Google review
If you want to mess around with the Monkeys this old temple is a good place to visit.
The place is not well maintained but for the price of small entry fee it's worth it.
Plan on spending about 30 minutes here. it's not that big.
Tips:
Keep all your stuff tight was the monkeys would try to take it.
I wouldn't take very small children here as the monkeys can get a little aggressive.
Bring vegetable and fruit if you are looking to feed them. The will swarm you so keep it close.
For the most part the monkeys after the initial curiosity leaves you alone especially the adults.
Sam Root — Google review
The ruins of the old khmer temple with hundreds of monkeys around. Very interesting experience. Little monkeys cam try to play with you, climb on you or try to steal your cap. But they are not aggressive. Old Buddha statue outside is really amazing!
Ирина Молчанова — Google review
Beautiful historic temple complex. However, the visit is only recommended without anything edible, otherwise you will be immediately surrounded by monkeys who want to get hold of your food!
Titus Leo (nightmare) — Google review
Lopburi landmark... A lot of monkeys inside and outside, need to be careful. Don't wear any small accessories or hold food that could attract to the monkeys. Staff is nice with support and advice. Recommend to go in the morning or evening to enjoy the nice view and better atmosphere.
Sasithorn Burintrakul — Google review
It's nice.
Parking is done nearby the water at the roundabout and costs 50 Baht. Then its a small walk to the location. Careful though: it's an busy area and there are no crossings.
Lots of monkeys who are taken care of by caretakes. Although they are forward and will approach you they aren't aggressive.
Temple itself is nice and people are using it actively.
Dream. Dare. Discover. (Danny) — Google review
Definitely different. The monkeys OWN this part of town, much to the local shopkeepers chagrin. It is a pretty run-down part of the city. They climbed on our cars and at some point peeled up a couple of trim pieces on the hood. I just popped them back on.
I paid 50 baht to enter the fenced-in temple grounds. The fence is more for people as it doesn't hinder the passage of monkeys one bit.
Lots of baby monkeys that are really cute. I had one tug on my shoe, then run back to mom.
They give you a small bamboo stick with your paid admission, presumably to ward off over-curious primates. Never needed it as the pretty much ignored my.
I probably don't need to visit it again, but I don't regret stopping by.
John Eckard — Google review
My wife and I visited recently knowing what to expect, but still were surprised. Within 3 minutes of exiting my vehicle, I was mugged and robbed by a monkey. We learned a few things which will help all visitors. Keep all bags inside of a backpack. Especially plastic bags. If it is in your hand, it will be forcibly removed from your possession. Second tip. As you walk past the monkeys, or if they are stalking you, simply show them both of your open hands. As soon as they see they are empty, they will walk away and turn their attention elsewhere. Don’t get me wrong though, we had a lot of fun. Getting here can be an issue though as there were no tours out of Bangkok. We hired a private driver for the day who drove us there and back for 6,000 baht.
Glenn J. Letteer, Ed.D, MBA — Google review
Fantastic place if you like small monkey run around and climbing on you. I spend 2 hours here and enjoy every minute. Absolutely recommended to go here👍
Svein Erik Zahl — Google review
Enjoyable experience with the monkeys. They are everywhere. The entrance fee cost 50 thb for foreign and 10 thb for local visitors. We were each given a stick as a precaution against the monkeys. The monkeys were very well behaved, minding their own business, as we walked around the temple grounds. The young monkeys got curious and three of them worked together to pull away my son's stick. After their successful raid, the young monkeys threw the stick on the floor and walked away. Nice place to see the monkeys up close. We spend about 30 min here.
Kumanan Sadasivam — Google review
It was quite an experience to go there. There were a lot of monkeys around the place and they just did their own business. Once you pay for the ticket, staff will give you a stick, just carry it with you and you'll be fine with monkeys.
Most of them just did their things only 1 or two that might want to bother you so all u need to do is knock the stick on the floor as a sign that this is your boundary : Get Out!
Kansala Wanuntho — Google review
Entry 10 baht for Thais 50 baht for foreigners. Entry comes with stick to fend off monkeys but pretty sure they've learnt not to fear them. Monkeys at the temple and around the One came and grabs the stick and needed to be swung off in the air. The inside of the temple has lots of (sleeping) bats and a strong smell. area overrun the town. Feeding monkeya is discouraged (despite the people calling you to sell food/ feed them) as it's what causes the monkey overpopulation problem in the old town.
Pin K — Google review
Best known as the Monkey Temple
This will not disappoint, there are Monkey's everywhere.
Easy to get to by train, your self guided tour around the temple comes with a stick.
I found I had just as much delight standing in town watching the monkeys run a muck 😁
Well worth a visit.
Fran Shaw — Google review
Beautiful architecture surrounded by crowd of monkeys 😬 Entrance costs 50 TB for foreigners, with tickets you will also receive a stick for self defence from monkeys)) we didn’t use it, fortunately, but anyway. There were 2-3 stuff guys who controlled the situation with monkeys. Our experience was pretty calm and we felt more or less safe at this place, but maybe just because we did not came close to monkeys and didn’t try to communicate with them 🐒 You also can come inside the temple and see some ancient pieces, painted wooden ceiling with a bunch of bats))) and look closer to monkeys through the grating on the windows.
Анастасия Стайоха — Google review
Love this place! Feed the monkeys yogurt. So good for healthy gut bacteria 🥰
If they climb on you, just pull and push em off when you get sick of them. If they bite you, you're probably gonna be fine. They're actually pretty well monitored, vaccinated, and neutered. But get a cheap rabies shot just in case, if you are bitten. Super easy in Thailand.
I got bit, didn't break the skin, didn't hurt. They're just naughty children mostly. SO CUTE!
the adventures of DREWCIFER — Google review
This is a beautiful ancient temple with the added twist of being inhabited by a troop of monkeys (and some bats).
We entered and paid our admission, at which point we were handed sticks (just in case) and advised that we were allowed to enter the temple.
I’m always struck by the size and complexity of these structures, especially given their age. This one is not different.
As we wandered around and then within, we had many different interactions with our animal friends. We suffered no assaults or attempted robberies from our little friends, though I did observe them attack a guy on a scooter, causing him to fall over while on it. 😵💫
This was a really cool visit, and something I’m happy I was able to do!
Charlie Morse — Google review
The main sight for Lop Buri which is what you came for. A bit of a shock to find that it is quite small and in the middle of town.
You get a stick to hold which discourages the bolder monkeys but do not carry tempting plastic bags. We went near feeding time when many dashed off for easier pickings.
Otherwise you can also find them scattered about the nearby streets.
Carl Brown — Google review
A small but important ancient site right by the train station. Upon buying the entrance ticket, you'll be offered a stick to ward of the monkeys, but you probably won't need it - the monkeys were very peaceful. The Khmer style temple can be explore in a matter of minutes; the real fun comes from watching the monkeys climb, play, and jump around the temple. The temple can be entered to get some shade or to get away from the monkeys. It was pretty quiet when I went on a Saturday morning, no other visitors. Staff and security guard are very friendly.
Ivo Niet — Google review
It's a great historical 700 years old temple right in the heart of lipburi city, which is approximately 150 killometers away from Bangkok.
The temple is still looking great despite it's old age and many long tailed monkeys climb on it all the time.
The temple is open to the public daily and entry for Thai people only 10 Bhatt and forginers is 50 Bhatt.
However, I advise all the visitors to lopburi, from my own experience, to be careful when you deal with the monkeys and hide your mobile phone, glasses, hats, and your bag from them because they can easily grab it from you and run away like a bullet.
Sobhy Fouad — Google review
This destination offers a truly unique experience, characterized by the presence of hundreds of free-roaming monkeys. The opportunity to interact closely and even touch these animals adds a remarkable dimension to the visit. I highly recommend this place for those seeking an encounter with wildlife in a setting that allows for such direct interaction. It’s a memorable and distinctive experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
The Wat Mahathat temple is a popular tourist destination in Ayutthaya and enshrines Lord Buddha's relics. The temple is noted for its colorful shrines, towering prangs (tower-like structures), and ordination halls.
Very large area. They have a tree with a Buddha head in it (the Buddha head was placed their many years ago and the tree grew to envelope parts of it). Many old ruins and stupas. Good place to walk around and take pictures. Be sure to wear plenty of sun screen.
Ryan Zhou — Google review
Some purely amazing ruins. If you're anything like me when I first hear "ruins" I don't get too excited. But oh boy was I wrong here. Seeing the famous Buddha head in the tree alone was quite the site. Then to see this amazing architecture both overgrown and seeing a bit of what used to be was very worth. Such an amazing place and very beautiful. Well worth the drive
Cory Patten — Google review
This is where the famous Buddha head in the tree. And also a place where you can take nice IG photos but foreigners has to pay 50 baht (5 times) more to go in.
I definitely can afford the entrance fee but I still do not support dual pricing.
Anyhow Run Man — Google review
Extraordinary and spiritual journey. This ancient temple in Ayutthya, Thailand is not only a historical treasure but also a place where nature and culture coexist.
Highlight of my visit was the mesmerizing sight of Buddha head entwined in the roots of a tree.The moment u lay eyes on it, you can feel a profound sense of peace and reverence.
Vincent F. — Google review
Love it here always.
Recommend come in the morning before tour bus come, so you get pictures without people in your background.
If you drive behind the park you will see some elephants too.
Natty K — Google review
This place is nice and impressive with the Buddha head grow inside the roots of the tree.
It was crowded around the Buddha head in tree but other parts of this scenic spot. When taking picture with the Buddha head, you must sit down to show respect. Even for a selfie, the guard will also ask you to lowered your body.
Tickets are sold at the entrance. The ticket is 10b for local and 50b for foreigner. Do take note, for the foreigner who resides in Thailand must also pay the foreigner price which is 50b. No matter you hold a long term visa, Thai driver license or the pink identity card.
Toilet is charged 5b per head.
Justina Lee — Google review
Large and magnificent ancient temple not to be missed. Many buildings still have walls to step in to see inside. Could very well be nominated as the world's heritage. No monkey in here
Hunsa Punnapayak — Google review
This place is amazing. You could spend hours looking through the ruins imagining what they would have been like originally.
There's also another entire section of temples across the road, behind where everyone else goes at the main tourist area, which is in fact more intact, and it's only a two minute walk to the next block, where there are no tourists at all.
This place is truly an amazing temple complex and it covers a very large area. It's located right next to one of the main streets of town, so easy to get a drink, meal or tuk-tuk nearby also. Entry to the main park is 10 baht (around 40 cents AUD).
As part of the Ayutthaya Historical Park, it is highly recommended to add this place to your list of places to visit in Thailand, and there's another eight or nine temple complexes within spitting distance! You could literally spend a week looking at them all.
It is only an hour and twenty minutes from Bangkok by taxi and expect to pay around 2,000 baht (around $80 AUD) for a return trip.
If you find a good English-speaking taxi driver, they'll even give you a guided tour and get you around town.
Christian Bannard — Google review
Had a great time here. Lots of historical significance. Definitely a must visit, it's a doable day trip from Bangkok.
Would recommend renting a bicycle (50 baht) to get around the area. It is quite sunny so best to bring a hat, water, and sunscreen haha Also need to dress appropriately to enter the temples. Entrance fee costs 50 baht.
roxen janna — Google review
Ruins are cool and probably the most unique you’ll see in the area with the Buddha head in the tree. Cost 50 thb to get in and staff are friendly and helpful. They will make you cover up if your shorts are too short, especially women. There are places on site to buy clothes if need be and the prices are very reasonable.
Mark B — Google review
Of the six temples on the combo entry ticket, this one was definitely worth a visit. I'll let my photos tell the story. One note - there were ramps for those in a wheelchair to access the main part of the temple grounds.
John K — Google review
The cost of entry is 50 baht, well worth the cost, beautiful place with lots of amazing ruins to see. This is a place you do not want to miss. The latter in the morning you arrive the busier it is.
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Greg Johnston — Google review
We especially went to this temple ruines for the buddha head in a tree, which is something you really have to keep an eye out for because it's quite easy to miss, but the ruines overall are very beautiful and definitely worth a visit.
Sem Ekkelboom — Google review
This temple is pretty destroyed but it has it charm. One of them is the buddha that was held by a tree is very unique and original. The rest of the temple has still few areas that are worth it to visit.
Julito R — Google review
Must visit historic site at Thailand.
The Buddha head in tree roots is one of the main attraction bring me here and it’s not dissipated me as well.
More and more eye catching historic buildings will rejuvenate our eyes.
You can except more tourists here and you can spend well if you are even planing a day trip as well.
The simplicity of the location is worth visiting. Also, it’s a sacred place so please be responsible.
MALLU MIGRATOR — Google review
We went here at around 8:00am — before the crowds arrived. If you will go here, go in shirt and pants (for men) and cover your shoulders (for women). This place is still a Buddhist temple that the locals recognize and respect. At that time, parking is easy.
John Benedict Reynoso — Google review
The temples are so beautiful. The area was clean enough. 50 baht for foreigners ticket, but really worth. You can borrow in the entrance gate for free! because the weather around is quite hot.
Dji'O Pet Care and Vets — Google review
One of the famous historical temples located in Ayutthaya. This temple is famous for the Buddha face covered in the Banyan Tree.
Overall the temple is clean and very well maintained. For foreigners, you have to pay 50 baht for the entrance fee.
You can borrow an umbrella at the entrance to use it in the temple.
KC — Google review
One of the greatest temple In ayudhaya
The temple is home to a magnificent pagoda, adorned with intricate carvings and embellishments. The statues, murals, and other artworks in the temple are a testament to its unique architecture. Additionally, the temple is located in a green landscape.
Visiting the temple is a great way to connect with the spiritual and cultural aspects of Thailand, and appreciate the unique architecture and art of the region. Those who visit the temple will also have the opportunity to learn more about Buddhism, as the temple is home to many Buddhist statues and images. The temple is also home to a number of monks, some of whom provide teachings and teachings in the courtyard.
Overall, the Wat Mahathat in Ayudhaya is an incredible place to visit and explore. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire the temple’s impressive architecture, and also in the evening there‘s an group of people who‘s train a parrot just right behind the temple as per conversation with the team they mention everyone feel free to join.
Preewara Prakeakan — Google review
Stunning ruins from the Ayattuya period. Well kept gardens, friendly staff. 50baht per foreigner. Umbrellas provided on entry as protection from the beaming sun. There were loads of bats sleeping inside the temple.
J M Anderson — Google review
The busiest of all the temples I visited in the city as you can find in this one the head of Buddha in the tree. When taking pictures remember you need to sit and you can take a picture standing up as a sign of respect as otherwise you are above him. Also you need to remove any hat.
JR Suarez — Google review
Very impressive old buildings, from the old capital. Make sure to read the signs or get a guide who can tell you the full story to get a full experience.
Definitely recommend
Tor — Google review
Beautiful place to visit and walk around. We came at sunset which brought totally different lighting. In fact we arrived just before they closed so we’re almost the only people inside making photos easier. Perfect timing except for almost becoming a feast for the mosquitoes, so if you aim to do this bring mosquito spray.
Andrew “Andy” Davis — Google review
Reasonable entry ticket and wonderful architectural place. Buddha's face in the tree is the highlight. We could see a lot of Buddhas without head reason being, Buddha's head used to be decorated with diamond, emerald and gold which looters cut and take away. Massive place. But the humidity was unbearable. Recommend carrying water bottle, sun glasses and umbrella.
Priyadharshini V — Google review
The most visited (mainly because of its location) temple ruin here in historic Ayutthaya. The surrounding park is also nice to walk around.
You can pay an entrance fee if you really want to visit the interior premises but if you won't, you can also see it from outside since the surrounding walls are low.
Gemini Wanders — Google review
Very nice experience and touring. Many nice experiences. We saw the many ruins making up the temple. The banyan tree growing around d the Buddah's head was interesting. Plus many of the old ruins have settled from hundreds of years of settlement of the soil. Also war with Burma - now Myanmar - may have burned the interior wood structure. 1 ft and 2 ft of tilt seen on 1 temple. Typical is 4 inches of differential settlement on typical 30 to 40 feet equivalent of heavy brick loading. Geotechnical soils principles , CE 3715 in action, MS&T, Missouri, Rolla.
jsnider303 — Google review
It gets hot but it’s well worth it. The humidity will kick your but there is shade.
Wat Maha That, located in Ayutthaya, Thailand, is a historically significant temple known for its iconic Buddha head entwined in the roots of a tree. Visitors often appreciate the sense of tranquility and spiritual ambiance at the temple complex, as well as the opportunity to explore the ruins of ancient structures that offer insight into Thailand's rich cultural heritage. However, some reviewers note that the site can be crowded, especially during peak tourist seasons, and recommend visiting early in the morning for a more peaceful experience. Overall, Wat Maha That is highly regarded for its historical significance and architectural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for travelers interested in Thai history and culture.
Tyshawn Jenkins — Google review
Amazing complex to walk around, so many details to explore. Loved walking around here, even though it is a bit touristy. But the whole complex is so impressive, and one could just try to imagine how mighty it must have been back in the day!
Also fun to see how nature force itself through, and always wins
Mathias Skjæran Landrø — Google review
This enchanting location captivates visitors with its serene ambiance and rich cultural heritage. However, there’s a poignant aspect to the site due to the historical Buddha statues, which have sadly suffered damage. Several of these revered statues’ heads have tragically fallen off, a consequence of past fires. This contrast adds a layer of depth to the visit, making it a profoundly moving experience.
Sam S — Google review
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Known as the 'Kingdom of Siam' during its peak, Ayutthaya was a renowned location for Buddhist art and architecture. Today, the ruins of the city are a popular tourist attraction. Ayutthaya is an ancient city in Thailand known for its beautiful ruins and temples. Tourists come to see the palaces, shrines, and gardens that were once home to wealthy rulers and Buddhist monks.
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Safari World Bangkok is a popular zoo and entertainment park in the heart of Bangkok, drawing both tourists and locals alike. This expansive 480-acre park, established in 1988, offers an immersive experience into Thailand's diverse wildlife. Divided into two sections - Marine Park and Safari Park - visitors can explore a wide range of animal habitats. The park features safari rides, marine attractions, live feedings, and thrilling stunt shows that cater to both education and entertainment.
Wonderful place to visit for day out. Very refreshing and green. Great maintainance and wonderful animal shows. Great view. Wonderful safari.
Soham Das — Google review
Nice zoo! All animals are energetic and beautiful here. You can see how they care about the animals by creating the most wild-like environment!
Also, the feeding activities are very interesting (but pricey😓). You can feed baby tiger, giraffe, kangaroo, camel, and etc.
Randy Chiu — Google review
It's a great place to spend the day, loaded with a variety of shows and animals. Macaws, a Walrus, Meerkats, Kangaroos, an Owl, Turtle, Pelicans, Flamingos, and more were there. I attended the Orangutan show, Spy Wars, Elephant show, Dolphin show, and Sea Lion show. While the Dolphin show is considered the highlight, I personally preferred the Sea Lion show. Additionally, the Elephant painting was quite interesting to see. I skipped the cowboy show as it got too hot. I would recommend bringing a cap/hat, umbrella, and sunglasses if you're visiting in the hot season. A major drawback here is that they don't allow food or drinks inside; you have to purchase them inside, which is slightly more expensive.
Later, I visited the open zoo adjacent to the park. You can see it when you go to the Giraffe feeding area - carnivores animals are kept in another section bounded with electric fencing. It was nice to see the animals roaming around, but as it was very hot, even the tigers were inside their puddles.
Mozart Benedict — Google review
Exploring Safari World in Bangkok, Thailand was a fantastic adventure, and the shows were undeniably a standout feature of my visit. The entertainment options were diverse and thoroughly enjoyable, catering to a wide range of preferences.
The variety of shows, from animal performances to thrilling stunts, kept me engaged and entertained throughout the day. The level of skill and coordination displayed by the performers, coupled with the unique blend of wildlife interaction, added an extra layer of excitement to the overall experience.
One of the highlights was witnessing the incredible intelligence and talents of the animals showcased in the performances. The shows not only provided entertainment but also offered valuable insights into the natural behaviors and abilities of various species.
Moreover, the interactive elements allowed visitors to feel more connected to the wildlife. Whether it was getting up close to the animals or participating in activities, the shows at Safari World created a sense of immersion and engagement.
The seamless combination of entertainment and education made the experience not only enjoyable but also enriching. I would highly recommend Safari World to anyone seeking a day filled with fun, excitement, and a deeper appreciation for the incredible world of wildlife.
One can feed various animals or take pictures with them all at the prices mentioned there. The shows are timed so make sure to be mindful about the time and reach the show to watch fully.
Aiswarya B — Google review
A very good place to visit. The shows they're playing is good we had no time to see the sea lion show due to our time schedule so please try to enter the place in the morning itself, we saw dolphin show, elephant show and one spy war show these all were really good.We can see every animal living in the forest and they are all together living in one compound. Only lions,tigers and bears were separated from them for a longer life for other animals 😅. It's a wonderful experience. We can ride with our own vehicle and that's a good thing. Only thing to remember is to close the windows and not drive fast inside this perimeter .
jithin kv — Google review
This is an amazing place and a must visit place when in Thailand. There are various shows such as Dolphin, Orangutan, Elephant, Spy /Stunt, Open zoo / Safari. The shows are amazing and well planned. This is a full day activity, so ensure that you take caps, water and all items for the entire day.
There are Indian Restaurants and various food options available inside. We went to a restaurant called Savanna which offered a Indian buffet.
Yashank Uthappa — Google review
Fun and elegant experience with nature and it’s wild. It’s well maintained and each n every animal is taken care of. No usage of drugs. No torturing of animals. Shows that happen in Safari World shall be conduct in ENGLISH rather than their own national language, so that everyone including the foreigners can understand whats going on. Must visit place in Thailand.
Ritika Karmakar — Google review
All those cute little animals, is really worth the trip.
Recommend to hire a private driver and car for the whole trip start with hotel pick up/drop off.
No outside drinks allowed so kindly leave it in your car. Wear something comfortable as there’s lots of walking and kinda hot.
Javier Jin Hao Ng — Google review
Went here today this is what I thought of the place
1—-managing a park I will give them -10 , you turn up the ticket counters are a mess someone people are following politeness and lining up and other just walk in and go up to the counters so there is no one from management ensuring the smooth flow of people doing the right thing
2— extremely very busy park we went on a Friday and you have to really push people if you wanna watch a show very very busy
3—-they say no bottles and food allowed because they want you to buy their overpriced water and drinks and food
4— all the animal parts you go to every single one of them they wanna make money from you by selling you a bucket of food for 150-200 local currency
5— not the cleanest park I guess it’s a huge park and may be less staff don’t know
6—- the animals did not look healthy to us it was a hot day and they were all grasping for air may be not enough shady areas for animals
7— they had few shows we watched 4 of them you have to make sure you really rush to get good seats or else forget it don’t bother even watching them
8— every single thing inside the park you wanna do you pay extra
9— parking is free
10- safari park now that was. The best part of the trip
11- will highly recommend do not go in the zoo bus paying 100 local currency per person you won’t have a good time at all
12-we rented a car and went inside the safari in our rented car best experience ever
13- certainly I would say they could improve the park
14- tiger lions areas was the best worth it
15- drive your own car you can park in the tigers encounter and just stay in your car and watch them a very good experience indeed
16- there is a seven eleven right next to the exit so you can go get your normal priced drinks and food
17- you would need the whole day easy .
18- we came across some polite staff and some very very very horrible staff that was not a nice thing to do see specially towards kids so that was not a nice thing
I would certainly recommend the place worth. A visit
JAMES FARRAH — Google review
Very good place spend a whole day. Parking is available. Try to reach there at 9am so that you can watch all show timely and completely. Best is the dolphin show. If you like this review, please like and comment. Thank you.
Sajeev Simon — Google review
It was a surreal experience. The premises and animal enclosures were super neat and clean. All the animals are treated well and looked healthy.
The highlight of the visit were the animal shows at different arenas. All the staff are well behaved and helpful. I had lunch there as well and it was satisfactory with all the crowd management.
I literally have no suggestions they are functioning with such magnificence. Good Luck to all the crew and workers.
Ayush Jha — Google review
You have to visit this place if you are visiting Bangkok with family and kids. Huge zoo area, neat and well maintained animal cages. The ride at the entrance will give you experience of roaming in the jungle and witness wildlife in their natural habitat. The experience is amazing. They have various shows (schedule and timing of the show will be provided to you). This is one of the best zoos I've visited. Highly recommended.
Ameya Tikam — Google review
If you love wild life, you have to visit this place. Especially if you have kids. So many shows to watch. Elephant show, Dolphin show, Orangutan Show and most favourite Sea lion show. You need a lot of time to explore the entire park. Wonderful experience for a family outing. Most shows are in Thai language. Thats the only drawback.
Amit Beloshe — Google review
It was a busy day at Safari World. They offered a bus for an extra 100 because walking inside the zoo isn't allowed. Maybe renting a car is better for seeing the animals. The animal shows are a bit crowded, making finding a seat difficult. If you want to feed the animals, you need to pay extra for their food. Also, they don't allow outside drinks or food.Despite the challenges, it was definitely worth it.
Florami Carael — Google review
Safari World was a blast! Loved the stunt and animal shows, especially seeing the animals chilling in their natural spots. The elephant and dolphin shows were my absolute favorites. It’s a cool place to catch some fun shows and get up close with wildlife. Definitely a must-do if you’re into that sort of thing.
Johan Jobby — Google review
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99 Panya Indra Rd, Sam Wa Tawan Tok, Khlong Sam Wa, Bangkok 10510, Thailand
Khao Kheow Open Zoo is an exotic destination that offers a unique experience of witnessing African mammals, tigers and apes in their natural habitats. Located amidst the hills and dense jungle, this zoo is divided into two zones - green and pink. You can choose to rent a tram or golf cart to explore the park. The animals are kept in their natural habitats, making it feel like you're on a real safari adventure.
I came here in the morning on the weekend. There weren't many people in the morning. Entry price is 250 baht for adults. If you come to Thailand, you should definitely come here. There are many animals inside. You feel very close to them as it is open zoo. You also have the chance to feed many animals. I fed an elephant and it was very enjoyable. There are also wild monkeys as it is an open zoo. You should pay attention to these. They can harm you or steal your belongings. Since the zoo is very large, I definitely recommend renting a golf cart. Not too expensive just 500 baht. 4 people can use it.
Caner BA?DATLI — Google review
I like it, always nice to get some open air and interact with animals. some visits are up to the animals, are they sleeping, eating, playing. the set shows of the March of the penguins is constant and usually popular and can buy snack to feed them on stage. the swimming with elephants is always popular and when busy people need to que up early for the next show. feeding the elephants and giraffes is also popular and a good photo opportunity. this year traffic was down and there seemed to be less animals. they are also upgrading a couple of the parking lots. easy to park, can ride several available trolleys or rent a electric golf cart for a fee about 500 baht and up depending on size and time 4 seats or 6 seats a couple hours or more.
the carts are nice but the trolleys work well and you only need a cart to go to the big cat , guar, Australia section. the rest is close enough to walk easily.
watch out for the roaming monkeys. some are aggressive to snatch food or a purse out of your hands, will climb into carts looking for snacks. usually don't fear you and can chase a person out of a cart. if they see a cane, walking stick or slingshot they usually will leave you alone.
there are several well placed snack and restroom options.
Jaek Wels — Google review
When you enter the zoo, you think this is going to be an amazing place where all of the animals can roam around. Unfortunately, this is not the case for animals. The elephant show is too much! The chains before the show and so on are not okay - I wish my kid didn't have to see this.
Pink zone is very small, and after pink zone, there is nothing - the park seems to be abandoned at the end of the park - very strange feeling
Overall a nice park, but they could do better for some animals
Gilles Van geit — Google review
Totally in love with this open zoo! This is my first time visit, staff is very nice and polite. We parked the car at parking lot, bought ticket, adult 150 THB each, and 80THB for parking lot. You can rent buggy 500THB per 2 hours (can sit up to 4) or EV 3 wheel bike 350THB per 2 hrs including insurance (can sit 2).
The zoo is very large, you can see and feed eld's deer outdoor. Many money! Be careful of you belogging, they love to steal things.
We rent EV 3 wheels bike and drove along the green zone, you can enjoy seeing hippo, sloth, capybara. They are all cute and look very healthy!
Overall i had a very good experience here and will definitely come back to see more shows.
Pawinee Santichalanan — Google review
1. It was a good zoo.
2. Some animals like seal and many others looked sad and almost about to die because of their isolation and drugs.
3. Golf cart is a must to roam around (extra charges).
4. The map of the zoo is available and the posters of the map too.
5. Feeding animals are also there but very sad to see them like that
Sagar Thawani — Google review
Fantastic place to bring young kids and the family for weekends activities. Ensure to come to this zoo early in the day as it does get very hot after lunch hours. There's wide variety animals around the zoo and many of them, we can bring the young kids up close with the animals. Food and snacks sell in the zoo is selling at premium, hence I would recommend to bring some snacks for the family. The zoo is massive can and There's the zoo hourly bus that's goes around as well as you can rent the gulf cart to goes around. I would recommend to do planing well as it's impossible to see everything, best to prioritize and plan
Katethip Varanyuwatana — Google review
One of Thailand's largest zoos contains over 300 animal species in the 2000 acre forest area. Buy the tickets at the entry or the new parking area and then take the free hop-in-tram bus or choose the golf cart (rates apply 550 Baht with the insurance for two hours). Go around the various themed zones and enjoy. Well-maintained, and the staff are kind to help. Every area has snacks, beverage stalls, food courts, 7-Eleven convenience stores, restaurants, and restrooms. You can drive the golf cart or your vehicle to zone 3. Children enjoy and have fun and exciting experience with nature.
Tony Gonzalez — Google review
A nice zoo for a family outing. The drive to the zoo was awesome; you have to drive around 5km in the depths of a rural area to get to the zoo and the air was amazing on the ride up. Golf carts of 4 and 7 seats are available for personal hire. There are 2 zones. Zone 1/ Zone blue is accessible by walking and golf cart. The majority of animals are there and are within their enclosures. There are monkeys running around so be careful of your belongings and not going near mother monkeys with children (they might bite ya >:3 ). Zone pink is mostly treaded by your own vehicle and has zones for different animals, i.e Australia zone and cat complex. It's a whole day thing and mostly outdoor so plan a whole day for this. Best for kids, since it's just a zoo and not much else. They do have animal shows which can be entertaining. Overall, a great place for a family outing.
Ibrahim Dawoodjee — Google review
Highly recommend renting your own buggy 500 THB and discover the zoo in the most exciting and convenient way. Before entering the zoo's big entrance, turn left and walk 2 minutes to the buggy station. The zoo is huge, walking is abit too much as there are many slopes, or you can take the public tram which runs very often. Many families ride the buggy with grandparents and kids, it is very adorable and fun. The animals here seem to be well taken care of as I noticed their living spaces are well built, clean and spacious. If you're on your way to Pattaya, this place is definitely worth a visit for 2hrs. There are many fast foods and refreshment stations inside with reasonable prices. There is a 7Eleven at the entrance. Easy to find toilets also, no tissue. Best to visit right after opening hrs to avoid the long queue at the buggy rental. You will need to deposit your ID for the buggy, and abit of good driving skill is highly recommended.
LLN — Google review
A very nice zoo. The monkeys walk around the park. It is very pleasing to the eye. It was disappointing to see that in part of the trip there were some cages that were a little empty. The advantage is that there are many food stalls throughout the park.
Yakov Mafuda — Google review
Well maintained zoo. Awesome penguins show. The white lion and tiger are majestic. You have to take a car or you can rent a chair car to travel within the zoo. The entrance fee is 250/person.
Sarath Jasrin — Google review
Better than Safari World! The golf buggy made it so much more fun and easy to get around the zoo in the heat! Love how some animals can roam around the zoo freely! Very recommended!
Nichi B — Google review
This is very poor value for money 350baht entry +500 for a golf buggy for 2, it felt more like visiting Jurassic park 2... There was no direction for the visit from the staff there.
There are hardly any animals in here compared to the past, many empty enclosures and there is no clear timetable for the shows which happen ~3x a day.
The enclosures are old, half abandoned, falling apart and the grounds are overgrown and unkempt. It felt like a ghost zoo.
We noticed one man zooming around on his moped the whole time shouting at the animals, waving a stick and throwing bananas into the enclosures to make it look Interesting. It was more disturbing.
Be warned the monkeys are roaming everywhere and will steal belongings if left unattended.
The caged cats look emaciated and show signs of stress, I left feeling so sad for the animals welfare/future.
I would have asked for a refund but by 4.45pm hardly any staff were around, I didn't see any near the exit.
S S (ss) — Google review
This zoo is in the middle of Hills and real jungle ..animals are kept in natural habitats…there are two zones …green zone and pink zone. You can rent tram or golf cart to roam around..pink zone you can drive by yourself. They have most varieties of animals. Rhinos, white tigers and lions are most viewed. Admission fees for foreigner is 200THB and kids 100 THB..
Harshad Nayee — Google review
Very big zoo, you can drive through on some parts, or rent a golf cart, there is tram.train too. There penguin, feeding and elephant swimming show. Lots of animals are open in the air. Some so close you can touch them. Great day out for a family with children.
Sonny Khlane — Google review
Interesting experience at the zoo. Some shows included an elephant swimming and penguins walking to the stage to get fed by tourists or anyone who wants to pay money to feed them.
Very open zoo, did a lot of walking but preferably you should hire a golf kart or take the public round trip safari buses as each area is quite far from the other.
Place is still under construction.
Mary Ha — Google review
+ You can buy cheap tickets when you arrive
+ You can rent a golf cart and drive around the whole zoo at your own speed.
+ Many animals to see, monkeys, deer, hippo, elephant, lion, tigers, birds, capybaras, giraffes and aquatic animals
+ Monkeys roam the zoo freely, don't get too close or they'll chase you
+ You can feed and interact with some animals. Such as penguins and giraffe.
Tantawat H — Google review
The space is beautiful and set in an already natural beauty. There is a lot of space and animals are a bit far from each other which makes me believe that it would've been nicer to see the animals with some more space. The enclosures are run down and sincerely too small, especially when there's so much space around.
A big chunk of the zoo is to visit by car seeing that each enclosure is 500m from the previous one. It would've been nice to see that info somewhere.
They basically feed the animals by selling the guests feed. Great business plan but still feels like a steal as every movement inside costs extra.
Not my favourite zoo, but not the worst either. I plan to return as I haven't had the chance to visit half of it and the kid loved it.
Pedro Bernardo — Google review
Best place to spend morning time with family. The park is full of green and feels more like in natural surroundings. Shows are in various areas and timings are different so better check in their website for more details. Renting a self-driving golf cart is best option if traveling with family.
Kyaw Aung — Google review
Lot of monkey they are run freely around the zoo but they are super cute. And dont forget to watch the free show like penguin and elephant swimming. And here is really clean and the ticket is not expensive.
Boom R. — Google review
Could be better if more indicators signs would show where you are, where is the next place to visit. When you pay 300b for the entry, a paper map will be helpful. Chimpanzees or orangutans cannot be seen after 4pm, so you need to arrive early. Rent a golf cart because you will need to walk a lot!
Claude Xxxx — Google review
A nice place to hang out with family and friends. You can encounter animals closely. They have a good variety of animal species.
Renting a golf car which is 2 hours validated is the best choice to move around in the zoo.
Kyaw Naing — Google review
We waited more than 30 minutes for the electric car. In the end we walked. The place needs cleaning (there seem to be penguins but the glass is dirty) the children liked the zoo, feeding the animals and the island with lemurs!!!
Sergio Castello — Google review
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หมู่ที่ 7, 235, Bang Phra, Si Racha District, Chon Buri 20110, Thailand
(Translated by Google) Kook Kik house ❤️
(Original)
บ้านกุ๊กกิ๊ก ❤️
C-Bird Watcharin — Google review
Great place for kids and even adults! Very spacious and clean. 100baht tickets only and best of all can use this to get the feeds for animals or photo taking. Kids had lots of fun!!
Mel Mel — Google review
KOF Ch — Google review
This is the most terrible place. If you actually think this is entertainment, then you have something very wrong with you. The tigers are kept in beyond cruel conditions, and many are pathetically thin. They have no natural enrichment at all. They are all exhibiting distressed behaviours, such as pacing. These places should be illegal, and SHAME on you if you visit. I visited for the purposes of research, and I found it deeply, deeply distressing. 95% of the visitors I saw were Indian. The Thai government should close these places down.
Ants Bolingbroke-Kent — Google review
Animals were well looked after, tidy and friendly
Ryan Wheeler — Google review
Not that big but a lovely zoo. Very good especially if u have young kids
Piyapong Thanyasrisung — Google review
Nice park and compact zoo where you can enjoy many kinds of activity with animals
Pimara Khammanee — Google review
Areeya _s — Google review
No shading to hide the heatwave, but animals look healthy
Natta Yantasri — Google review
Nice little zoo with the option to interact with animals. Small kids will love it. We liked it due to the small size and it was not crowded at all. Also the entry fee is nominal..
Pratish Upadhyay — Google review
They're abusing animals here. The animals are unhappy. They have cages that are too small, overcrowded, and with too few toys inside. They ride on elephants. The elephants are tied up in a way that they can't move. You can see how sad they are. The sight breaks your heart. This should be banned.
Tusia Puszkiewicz — Google review
A nice mini zoo, the entrance fee can use as money to buy food and water along with food for feeding animals.
The zoo is not that big, with a great atmosphere and many places to take a photo. You can ride a horse and elephants. The riding horse fee is 2 rounds for 200 Baht, 30 mins for 500 Baht. The coach is very nice and teaches a lot of tricks before riding.
Chalinee Benchotidej — Google review
This isn’t how the majority of these animals are supposed to live. Do not visit. They are wild animals, not small pets that can be locked up in small cages.
Jessica Hamel — Google review
Siri Park & Zoo, Sriracha offers excitement activities for elephant trekking, horse riding, cradling cuddly raccoon, feeding animals, strolling through the garden, visit the rabbit's house, taking pictures with animals, watching the pig's addition and running race shows, and touch the nature breeze only 30 minutes from Pattaya downtown city
Experience once-in-a-lifetime by taking a super cute pictures with the lion cub renown as a must do activity at Siri Park & Zoo
Aafreen Momin — Google review
Kids friendly, Cheap but not clean
Thitisuda Sriphong — Google review
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341/1-10, Si Racha District, Chon Buri 20110, Thailand
The BTS Skytrain is an elevated 3-level rapid transit system that covers a distance of 33 miles and operates with a fleet of 4-car trains. On weekends, visitors can take the Bangkok Skytrain to Mo Chit Station for a vibrant experience filled with delicious food, affordable souvenirs, and great people-watching opportunities.
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Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand
I'll never travel to Pattaya without this trip planner again
Thanon Khao San, a bustling urban area, is a popular resting place for backpackers offering various types of accommodations, shops, and bars. Once known as a hippie and backpacker haven, it has now evolved into a more upscale destination while still maintaining its affordable lodging options. Visitors can enjoy shopping for second-hand English books and Thai souvenirs such as clothing, jewelry, and DVDs. Additionally, the area is famous for pirated movies and fake designer products.
One word this place never sleeps 🔥
Sejuti Barick — Google review
The famous street that never sleeps. The darker the more vivid it becomes.
There are a variety of bars to enjoy music and beer.
Ng?c Ho?ng — Google review
Very mediocre street. The many food stalls and beggars lying in the street are just very sad to see for such a popular Bangkok highlight and image of the city. The (food) street next to it is far better to visit
Bart Verdoorn — Google review
Really fun and poppin street. So many places to eat, drink, and buy souvenirs at. Nothing is too expensive from a foreigner’s perspective. Can get crowded but that’s just part of the lituation there. Have a good time, dont take anything personally, and just protect your belongings and you should be good. Obviously go at night!!
Mike Li — Google review
Nice place to have a drink, eat something but clubs are not so full and music is too loud if you don't have a big attendance. They will bother to have a drink at each place. Weed is legal to buy but only for indoor consumption.
Sebastian D'Agostino — Google review
Khaosan Road: a bustling, vibrant hub in Bangkok, teeming with backpackers, street food stalls, lively bars, and eclectic shops. A must-visit for its unique energy and cultural experience.
Ladakh Travel Hub - Official — Google review
Happy street, enjoy a lots when I came here. Bangkok is so great. Please enjoy every moment on this street. All legal here.
ping ping su — Google review
Supposed to be a bustling and lively place pre covid days. Places looks half dead. But if you are someone who are into nightlight, this is probably the place to be.
Sean Goh — Google review
Cool place. There’s tons of foreigners here. Lots of street stores selling food, snacks, smoothies, drinks, massages, laughing gas, clothes etc. there’s lots of money exchange too which is convenient. It’s more quiet during the day but at night the place really comes alive. A lot of people come to party here
Kevin Choi — Google review
It is a place that a must go for tourist. Many street food vendor, pub, and many things. You can have a glimpse of many street foods in Bangkok only by going here. Recommended!!
Nizaruddin Rais — Google review
Don’t quite get the hype of the street. I had heard so much about it that it kind of felt like we should go and check in out, but walking through it once was enough. It’s incredibly touristy and loud. It probably could be a good place if you’re really into partying, but in case you’re looking for something less touristy with better drinks, food and shops, I think you’ll be better off elsewhere.
Kai Kreos-Nemcok — Google review
Walking street will give You a great experience with great street food experience and amazing weed experience. And lots more 🫢
surat sekhar — Google review
A long small road with bars playing loud/live music. Street foods vendors along the road , you can try funny food like bugs snakes and crocs meat. Exotic tropical fruits. Cannabis shops. Bangkok souvenirs.
Janiver c — Google review
This place is a vibe! If you’re in Bangkok and haven’t been to Khao San you’re definitely missing out. The place is lit up with amazing nightlife, markets, eateries and shopping places.
Alma Rosina — Google review
Not worth it now. Covid vaccin check very noisy and nothing to do with the street 10 year ago. Better pass the temple go to river lots of nice places there.
stephane VC — Google review
Great place for trying authentic roadside eateries,You can grab a beer and walk around the streets all night.Tourist friendly atmosphere everywhere!
ANANDHU S KUMAR — Google review
Best vibes!! The food and music was great. I have the best time here. honestly I prefer this area than pratunam, with the food and everything. Lots of yummy and cheap pad thai, have to try!
Shierly Yolanda — Google review
This street is not a good place for ones who want a nice drink and chill music. Everyone outside selling laughing gas and weed. Each bars have their music in maximum volume. We finally went to the bar at the end of the street with live chill music, and with very decent price. Still a nice experience tho.
Th?y L? — Google review
A must visit place for the Bangkok experience. Especially during the nights, open bars and pubs with a vibrant atmosphere. You'll immerse in this amazing lively environment with high on music.
Shivakumar Karantothu — Google review
We were blessed to get to experience the road in Halloween night where most people really dress-up and go out and about the area.
It was just pure fun filled with dancing & upbeat music. It’s a road filled with clubs & foods as well. I would like to describe it as a sin city for most parts.
E Lai Laine — Google review
The famed Khao San Road. Fills of bars and clubs on both sides of the walking street with some food vendors in between them. Pretty normal during the day but comes alive at night. It could get really crowded at times especially during holidays. Prices of food and drinks are slightly higher because of the popularity. There are only two public restrooms and both require an entrance fee.
Sam — Google review
That was craaaazy! For real !! It’s for sure something to see, I would say A MUST SEE!
Asia Druda — Google review
Really amazing place for a night life, a lot of food choices and interesting exotic experiences.
The road is buzzing with lot of foreigners, a lot of weed places you can enjoy and get high.
Jerwin Mancenido — Google review
Interesting to see, but too loud to sit down for dinner.
You can have yourself some scorpions, tarantulas, baby snakes and alligator.
Go to the street parallel to it for a quieter time to dine.
Regina — Google review
It’s a party street. There’s a lot of loud bars, exotic food, and souvenirs here. Couldn’t walk more than 10 steps without people trying to pull you for something. It will be more crowded at night.
Lyn Nolan — Google review
The street is incredible. An amazing thai experience that could not be missed.
nour karameh — Google review
Good place to grab a beer if you want to be amongst the worlds tourists and backpackers. Some interesting bars and some great food options here along with a few great options for a massage.
Andrew “Andy” Davis — Google review
Good for purchasing gift 🧧 for your close one but you have to bargain ( negotiate) with the seller because they sell at 3-4 time much price of the real price
Located within the Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, also known as Wat Phra Kaew, is a must-see attraction. The temple houses a revered 26-inch emerald Buddha statue and is considered one of the most sacred temples in Thailand. Legend has it that this precious statue originated in India and brings prosperity to the countries where it resides.
We were lucky enough to go to the grand palace and the temple of the Emerald Buddha, while Thailand is still empty due to covid restrictions and a slow restart tourism. It was absolutely incredible. There were probably less than 100 people on the entire premises during our visit. It is spectacular and well worth the visit even if the crowds were much denser. If you take the boat, finding entrances somewhat tricky so do your research.
Chonpat Jaroenjit — Google review
Even as local, I still can't get enough of this temple. It's elegant craft and detail worked that's go into building this temple is absolutely astounding. It can get very how during the day (especially during the Summer) best time to visit is very early in the morning when the temple just open. It's also good to try to avoid the crowds. Make sure to take the time to enjoy the wall painting along the temple.
Katethip Varanyuwatana — Google review
The inside of this temple is as impressive as the outside. You can visit as part of the Grand Palace entry.
You can only take photos of the outside of the temple, but it's well worth taking the time to sit down inside and drink in the details. The free brochure they give you at the ticket entrance has a good quick read on the history of the Emerald Buddha.
David Vedder — Google review
Cool to walk around in the royal palace area! So much to see and explore! The details is so beautiful! Loved my time here! But you should know that it is extremely crowded, so you have to force yourself through a lot! And it is a bit expensive with 500 baht
Mathias Skjæran Landrø — Google review
The time that was taken to construct these temples is heavily felt upon approaching this place. I took advantage of the prayer rooms, the outdoor prayer stations, and taking in the beauty. I met people from all over the world and had great exchanges. As a Christian, I was still able to respect and appreciate another religion and how our beliefs and faith bring us together in such a positive way.
Tips:
-Dress modestly
-Wear socks because some places prohibit shoes
-DO NOT get a Buddha tattoo
Victoria Alston — Google review
Located on a hill with a beautiful location, you can overlook the coastal city of Pattaya. The temple was built with unique architecture and is very typical of Thai culture. Very beautiful and dignified. The tour guide shared about the culture and spiritual beliefs here. The pagoda stands out with a majestic large golden Buddha image. 2 dragons spit out a 7-headed snake. A spiritual place you should visit once!So beautiful!..
Clay Lawson — Google review
Not to be missed when visiting Bangkok. The ticket includes entry to this temple and the Grand Palace (actually this temple is part of the Grand Palace). It includes also a traditional dance show at a nearby theater. It is worth watching it and there are free shuttles just outside the temple. Following Lonely Planet's advice I looked for a guide inside. There were no guides, except for a free tour run by the administration that I believe runs 4 times a day (10, 10:30, and another 2 in the afternoon). Unfortunately, I had hard time understanding the guide (the mask certainly didn't help), so I quit the free tour and followed the free brochure (they have them in several languages) and I was just fine going with that. Most of the people were with guides hired outside the temple and they seemed to do well. It gets quite warm during the day, so my advice is to be there early. There is a lot to see, plan for at least 3-4 hours (combined with the Grand Palace). One more thing, you can't take photos or videos inside the temple.
Gabriele Giaquinto — Google review
Was very crowded inside the temple. Would be a good idea to limit the amount of people inside at a time to allow a more enjoyable experience. Prayer can be difficult with everyone trampling around taking selfies and such, not to mention how loud it can be. 5 stars for Buddha, 2 stars for organization.
Tracy Murray — Google review
Everything here is well preserved, the emerald Buddha is kept in the ordination hall or bot.
No photos taken allowed inside the hall so no pictures of Emerald Buddha to share, but it’s magnificent and majestic. I’m proud to be Thai and once in life to visit there.
No shorts 🩳 or revealing outfit allowed there be prepared before step into the temple and after your trip has finished don’t take any taxi 🚖 from there it’s not ordinary taxi the cost way too high I recommend to take a bus go anywhere that far enough from that area then you can take a taxi.
On the way to get there no problem to use taxi or Grab but the way back is super difficult.
Life Lessons — Google review
If you were to visit only one temple in Bangkok, it might as well be this one. As glamorous and grandiose as a temple can get. Without mentioning the beautiful gardens and scenery.
They change guards periodically and go marching in groups around protecting the palace. As long as you're respectful and don't break any rules, you should have a great time.
And if you happen to be a Buddhist or have similar beliefs, then you'll have a wonderful time.
Even kids might enjoy seeing the giants and sculptures all over the place.
Don't skip on the museum of the Queens fabric. No pictures are allowed on most of the classic dresses and outfits.
Eduardo Salomon Raydan — Google review
The most magnificent and gorgeous temple in Bangkok!
If you only had one day for your trip, definitely visit this temple.
The inside ornaments and design is stunning. The outside is garden is perfect. There are people praying and singing mantra, although I don’t understand Thai, it is a good experience to see this place is still practical in use.
Gu Lin — Google review
We were lucky enough to go to the grand palace and the temple of the Emerald Buddha, while Thailand is still empty due to covid restrictions and a slow restart tourism. It was absolutely incredible. There were probably less than 100 people on the entire premises during our visit. It is spectacular and well worth the visit even if the crowds were much denser. If you take the boat, finding entrances somewhat tricky so do your research.
Joseph Owen — Google review
Very beautiful, culturally rich place. You visit here on a combine ticket that you buy for Grand Palace. Must visit place when you are in Bangkok. It provides for a history and the temple is so beautifully designed. The total price of the combined ticket is 500 Thai baht that includes visit to Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha, Museum and the Thai theatre show.
Monika Gupta — Google review
Amazing thai architecture seen in this, the grand palace and the emerald buddha, both are interlinked!! For foreigners they charge a fee of thb 500 for both the emerald buddha and the grand palace!!! Kindly keep in mind no shorts, no torn clothes are allowed, your body should be fully covered!! If not you can buy a Saigon right in front of the temple!!! The place is huge and well maintained
MAYUR JAIN — Google review
Title: Timeless Majesty: The Grand Palace of Bangkok
A visit to the Grand Palace in Bangkok is a step into a world of unparalleled grandeur and history. The intricate architecture, vibrant gardens, and revered Emerald Buddha create an aura of reverence. The palace's diverse buildings, adorned with captivating art, provide insights into Thai culture and history. A symbol of Thailand's heritage, the Grand Palace stands as a remarkable blend of spirituality, artistry, and regal splendor.
Amin Rochdi — Google review
Amazing place! Lots to see! Definitely worth the money!
Be careful; lots of tuktuk drivers will lie to you and say it’s closed. Just checked their website before and you’ll know for sure.
There is a common scam that they’ll do right and bring you to the lucky Buddha instead as it’s closed to tourists
Gavin Gauthier-Wiebe — Google review
Iconic tourist destination, filled with Thailand's cultural diversity, stories and much more.
The statues and golden Temple blinking in the mid-day sun is just an amazing sight. You have to look up close at the wall, the pillars, the statues to see the details, the complexity which artists put time into.
Around the main site, there is wall mural with so much stories, arts for you to enjoy. If you want to deeper understand the story behind the mural, rent an audio tour or get a tour guide to tell you its story. Magical.
However, be sure to bring an umbrella or you'll have a head-ache from the sun and the bright view of the golden temple.
Nguyên Tân Vũ — Google review
Is it nice to visit? Sure. Is it worth 500B? I absolutely don’t believe so, especially for a religious site where Thai residents can enter for free but tourists get overcharged. You will need to wear long pants and cover indecent exposed body parts to enter. There are vendors right outside to sell you those at a marked up price.
Ticket includes free admission to an art museum that closes on certain days and a performance show to a theater nearby where you can get free shuttle to at the exit if you have the ticket. I highly recommend going to the Khao show because it is worth 400Baht alone and would make you feel like the 500Baht entrance ticket is somewhat worth it.
The temple itself is pretty nice to see but it’s very crowded nearly everyday. You can see the palace mansion on your way out. There is also an air conditioned museum on your way out.
This would have a higher rating if not for the overpriced ticket.
Sam — Google review
I find it difficult to come up with words to describe the experience of visiting this remarkable temple. Its opulence is extraordinary, and yet, upon entering I was filled with a sense of tranquility such as I haven’t felt in a while. Perhaps the sincerity of many of those who entered to worship had its effect on me. Regardless, this is a temple that must be experienced to be understood. No photos are allowed in the interior. I believe that’s the way it should be.
Reginald Williams — Google review
It is nice temple with lots of paintings of story of Ramayana in thai style.
The emerald buddha statue is precious.
We stayed inside the main shrine and chant along with monks.
Narayan Kharel — Google review
One of the most important and significant Buddhist temples in Bangkok and throughout Thailand, this sacred site draws locals who come to pray with white flowers. I found this tradition truly admirable during my visit to the temple. Moreover, the atmosphere inside was incredibly serene!
The artworks adorning the inner walls are truly astonishing and one could easily spend half an hour simply admiring them. However, it's important to note that using a camera inside the temple is strictly prohibited. The Emerald Buddha Idol, a divine masterpiece, left me in awe. Knowing that such a beautiful artistic, cultural, and religious relic originated from India filled me with a sense of pride as an Indian. (information sourced from the internet) Situated within the Grand Palace complex, this temple is accessible with the same ticket purchased for entry to the Grand Palace.
Amartya Ghosal — Google review
Yes, this is a must visit. Visiting the Palace is a buy-one-get-two event. In actuality, you'll probably spend more time in the religious portion of the palace (~10% of the site) than in the remainder of the grounds. There is enough to see to keep you busy for a few hours. And it is worth the hours! You will need a map to explore all the nooks and crannies. We walked the entire wall, looking at the artwork. You may want to bone up on your Hindu mythology; there are a lot of mystical creatures and magical bows. Expert tips - Yes, gentlemen do need long pants, which are available on premises, and cheaper (with better variety) if you buy them at a local shop. There is only one entry up on the NE corner of the walled complex. Google Maps show it correctly. I would not try to visit another site on the same day - a walk through, especially on a hot day, is more than enough. I'd recommend staying up in Khao San Road for a few days and visiting the other major sites in the "old city" at a more relaxed pace.
Jon Sirkis — Google review
Excellent experience overall, understand how rich Thailand culture and experience their history, Buddhism and architecture marvels. Emerald Buddha temple is huge and you feel very pleasant near the shrine of lord Buddha and the historic events carved around the temple walls. Outside of the temple has these emeralds, gems stone carved into the walls makes it more amazing. When you visit Bangkok this temple is a must to be in the list. If you are a historic person then must have. You can visit with family and kids. Buy the tickets at the temple, if you are a foreigner, the cost is 500 Bahts and get access to Emerald Buddha temple, Grand palace and Queen museum of arts and fashion.
Kiran Jd — Google review
Very nice Temple, it was the first temple that we visited in Bangkok from the list of 5, by far the nicest one. I really like that you have to take off your shoes before going inside the temple and they even show in front at the entry in the temple that you should not point your feet to Buddha.
The premises are wide, and there are lots of things to see, but it is very crowded.
We bought the tickets online so it was bit fast for us, they just had to scan it and in we were.
Luiza Elena — Google review
This is the most expensive ticket I have bought to visit a temple on my trip to Bangkok at 500baht. Although it was a beautiful place, I have enjoyed visiting the less popular temples in Bangkok. There are many tours going on so you keep hearing people explain things very loudly and situations like that.
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The Grand Palace, a historic complex in Bangkok, was established in 1782 and is now open to the public as a museum. It features over 100 buildings constructed over two centuries, including Wat Phra Kaew, which houses the revered Emerald Buddha. The palace grounds are expansive and showcase stunning golden palaces, intricate Buddha statues, and more than 50 temples.
The dazzling, spectacular Grand Palace is undoubtedly the most famous landmark in Bangkok. It’s one must-see sight that no visit to the city would be complete without. It was built in 1782 and for 150 years was the home of the Thai King, the Royal court and the administrative seat of government.
The Grand Palace of Bangkok is a grand old dame indeed, that continues to have visitors in awe with its beautiful architecture and intricate detail, all of which is a proud salute to the creativity and craftsmanship of the Thai people. Within its walls were also the Thai war ministry, state departments, and even the mint. Today, the complex remains the spiritual heart of the Thai Kingdom.
Lavender Travel &Tours — Google review
It's beautiful. The entry ticket is 500 baht. It includes the cost for 3 things. 1 of these things is at another location. The ticket is valid for 1 day for the grand palace and as far as I can remember, for 7 days for the other 2 things. It's better to keep 2 days to complete the grand palace visit. Unfortunately I went there on the last day of my tour and was able to see just the grand palace. The textile museum is also nice.
Akshi Bhargava — Google review
Amazing, lots of history and culture all in one place. The detail, and the vibrant colours are just superb. Well worth the 500 Baht. Only drawback is that it is so popular that you are always competing for space, or waiting for others to finish to take a photo, or having people walk into your shots.
David Vedder — Google review
Bangkok is one of the famous and attractive places among tourists and it is one of the highly recommended place for its tourist places.
Bangkok has so many places to offer and the list is so big that you can not finish in one tour. Among them few things you can not miss you you are in Bangkok.
Grand palace is one the places which you can not miss if your are planning your trip to Bangkok.
The Grand palace is basically the home of the king of the Bangkok and it is very nicely maintained. The place is full of the temples and the King palace with well decorated with varieties flower trees.
For locals it is free but chargeable for the foreigners.
Also to mention do not wear short dresses if you wish to go inside the compound.
We recommend to visit this place if you are in Bangkok trip.
Disharee Datta Bhattacharya — Google review
It was a bit crowded on the day I attended, but that is to be expected at mid-day. Beautiful grounds, featuring artful topiary, breathtaking architecture, and the most epic tapestry that I have ever seen. It's definitely worth a visit, even if you're only in Bangkok for a couple of days.
Collin Kinnear — Google review
Beautiful place. Very clean. It'll easily take you 2 hours to look around. Wear appropriate clothes. No sleeveless & shorts. Get Thai style coffee next to the ticket counter. It's delicious
niharika bhide — Google review
Overall, it was a majestic experience. I highly recommend anyone visiting to borrow an umbrella near the ticket counter upon entering, trust me, it's a lifesaver against the scorching heat. The heat literally burns you. Don't forget sunscreen too.
The palace complex is vast and filled with rich history and intricate details, especially the murals that tell many captivating stories. To fully appreciate the art and architecture, consider getting a guide. While there's a counter providing free tour guides in various languages, I found that the English-speaking guides were not as fluent as I had hoped, making it tough to follow along with the history being shared. it would be wise to find a proficient tour guide or to do some research before your visit. you'll be able to fully immerse yourself in the grandeur and storied past of these temples and palace . Oh , and when you're done, the umbrella can be easily returned at a booth near the exit, which is quite convenient.
All in all, the Grand Palace is a remarkable site that you shouldn't miss when in Thailand. Just come prepared and you'll have a much more enjoyable and educational visit. 5 stars for the overall experience!
Sharath R Panicker — Google review
Always nice for a wander when you are in Bangkok. The buildings are stunning. Very quiet at the moment so taking decent pictures is relatively easy. Bought tickets online which was easy although still had to line up in the same place at the entrance.
Ian Paterson — Google review
Beautiful architecture in the heart of the city. We went as part of the temple and palace tour and had a guide with us. Would highly recommend taking a guided tour. The dress code is very strict. The ticket for tourists is Baht500 per person.
Anamika Thapaliyal — Google review
Stepping into the Grand Palace of Bangkok is like stepping into a fairytale. The intricate details of the architecture and the vibrant colors of the buildings are breathtaking. The palace is a true testament to the rich history and culture of Thailand. The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is a must-see, with its stunning gold-plated exterior and intricate carvings. The palace grounds are vast and offer plenty of opportunities for exploration. It's easy to get lost in the beauty of the Grand Palace and forget about the outside world. A visit here is truly an unforgettable experience.
Shubham Singhal — Google review
Great place to visit. A lot of cultural significance, past residence of past kings. It has a lot of history for Thailand. Worth a visit but foreigners have to pay to enter. The most important emerald/jade Buddha is placed in one of the temples, and the architecture was great. No shoes entering the temple, have to wear long pants and no sleeveless.
Wai Qian Tham — Google review
Absolutely stunning. Lovey to walk around in the middle of a busy city and feel like your in a super calm environment. It’s busy but it still felt spacious once your inside.
500 baht for entry and then your set.
Make sure you take pants that cover full legs, or there is a shop at entrance that sell for 200 baht a piece.
Kalapton — Google review
Grand Palace is super huge and stunning place for sure!
When you visit Grand Palace make sure that you have time, it easily takes 2 3 hours for me to discover! (I didn't discover everything) 😁
I highly recommend anyone to visit during your time in Bangkok.
Ticket costs 500 baht and you can easily buy from entrance.
NOTE:
Since the weather is very hot and humid in Bangkok, you will wear shorts but don't forget that you are not allowed to visit Grand Palace with shorts, you need to wear long pants and if you didn't bring anything there are shops just cross the road, you can buy pants for very cheap like 100-200 baht. It's very comfortable and you can visit all the temples with it too.
Sinan Çimen — Google review
My first impression about this place is “ Wow, i guess that’s the richest king for you” 🤣🤑🤑🤑 I can feel the wealthy vibes all around this place. And I wonder where the royal family residing now if the palace become tourist attraction. It’s majestic and well maintained. I just can’t handle the heat. Please visit earlier in the morning or better in the late afternoon and bring your iced thai tea, electric fan or you can also rent umbrella there.
Astari Tina — Google review
Stunning buildings & architecture at The Grand Palace. We arrived here at approx 10am & it was very busy & very hot. TIP: make sure you have some water, a hat & sunscreen with you. Also check to ensure you have the correct attire to enter or you will be made to buy clothing in order to enter. We collected a free map inside & also signed up for a free tour in English, which lasted approx 30 minutes & provided you with some interesting historical facts. Well worth a visit.
Alan G — Google review
Due to the pandemic there were hardly any visitors here and so there was time and space to enjoy it fully. Beware of scams and sellers around the place. Just ignore whatever they tell you. Remember to dress properly or you will have to buy some ridiculous body coverings. The palace is amazing and a must see place. Good to get a guide book to appreciate it fully. Buy tickets online to save time.
andy gibbs — Google review
The Grand Palace in Bangkok is simply mesmerizing. Its intricate architecture and vibrant colors create a captivating experience. Don't miss the chance to see the revered Emerald Buddha, a unique and spiritually significant sight (and the most important Buddha in the country).
Remember to dress appropriately and arrive early to fully appreciate the palace's beauty. It's an unforgettable visit that showcases Thailand's rich heritage.
Youri van den Hurk — Google review
It is huge place and very calming when we entered the temple. The entry fees is applicable. I don't remember the price right now. Take an umbrella with you when its sunny . It will help to walk around the huge area in the premises. Water is available inside temple on payment.
Side note 😇:
My friend said If we wish there for something it would get complete one day for sure so I stayed and wished. She is very precious to me 🫰
PANKAJ KUMAR — Google review
All the temples here are beautifully maintained. You should bring sunnies and umbrella also a lot of patience as the place has a lot of people visiting everyday and the temperature is so hot and humid. Recommended if it’s your first time in Thailand like me.
I visited their Emerald Budhha and their king’s residence.
Alyssa — Google review
The temple is beautiful, but not large in area. The entrance ticket costs 500 baht. But we were lucky that the ticket price also included a trip to the theater and an entrance ticket to the art museum. When in Bangkok you should definitely visit it.
Виктория Варвянская — Google review
The grand palace was beautiful. You could spend the who day there. There is so much detail in everything there. Stunning temples. You must wear pants or long skirts. You can get some pants just across from then entrance. 100baht. Highly recommend
Tash Wilkinson — Google review
Can't get enough of the breathtaking beauty of this place! 🤩✨ The Grand Palace of Thailand has been the official residence of the Kings of Thailand since 1782. The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925. Don’t forget to explore the rich history and grandeur of this iconic landmark when you visit Thailand! 🏰🇹🇭
Jessil Ray Aguilar — Google review
The view of the palace buildings in Thailand style architecture, all ornamented colorfully, right in the entrance, is just stunning and eye catching. People just kept taking pictures around, trying to find the best angle to catch the impressive view of the palaces, statues, columns and the towers.
The place was very crowded with many tour groups, each one with its own guide, all of them shouting quite loudly, to explain the characteristics of the buildings to their group.
The entrance fee is 500 baht.
When going back to the hotel, taxis around this place were asking abusive fixed price for the ride, much more expensive than when arrived there.
It is better to take a bus, in a bus stop near to the exit.
JB Lee — Google review
What a magnificent place to visit. There was a good size crowd to get in, but it was only a short wait for the tickets and the queue was moving quickly to enter the Palace grounds.
Dress code is strictly adhered to, but vendors outside can provide you with the necessary cover, at a premium price, if you are unaware or forget to dress appropriately.
Can get scorching hot inside as there is little air circulating and a lack of shade from the sun. Taking water is definitely worthwhile on a hot sunny day.
There is a free bust to transfer you to the free cultural dance performance at the theatre. The show starts at 1pm and you really need to be at the Palace exit where the buses are by 12.45
Greg T — Google review
"Visiting the Grand Palace of Bangkok was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I stepped onto the grounds, I was captivated by the intricate architecture, rich history, and stunning craftsmanship. Google Maps made navigating the sprawling complex a breeze, guiding me seamlessly through the maze of ornate buildings, shimmering temples, and lush gardens. Thanks to detailed directions and real-time updates, I was able to make the most of my visit, exploring every corner with ease. Whether you're a history buff, architecture enthusiast, or simply looking to immerse yourself in Thai culture, the Grand Palace is a must-see destination, and Google Maps is the perfect companion for your journey. Five stars without hesitation!" 💯💯🇹🇭
Manzeel Uprety — Google review
I think everyone must see The Grand Palace at least once. I really enjoyed looking at the architecture.
First - cover shoulders and legs, men must wear trousers.
Two - avoid the tour guides at the front gate unless you want one (you buy your own ticket once inside), just walk through and the guards will wave you through security after checking that you are dressed appropriately.
Three - there is a machine you can buy tickets with card if you want to avoid the line at the booth.
Four - there are drink stalls at the beginning, middle and a cafe at the end.
Five - the first gold part with beautiful art is only the beginning, keep walking and you will get to the rest of the complex.
E — Google review
Worth to visit as you can see the building built with unique architecture and specific details structures in every building. One thing is you can not wear the short pants or skirt inside if you’re wearing that, you need to buy the clothes that they sell in the entrance to cover yourself for the girls. It’s better to bring your own water there and hat as usually so hot there. 🤩
BAWI THA LIAN THANG — Google review
The place is absolutely amazing, buildings are gorgeous, a real feast for the eye. There's no question of visiting it or not when in Bangkok, it's a hard yes. Not giving 5 stars because if you're not part of a guided tour, there's absolutely no information for the visitor. And facilities like toilets need an upgrade.
George Papadopoulos — Google review
Easily spent half a day here. We opted for the free English tour which you join inside. It helps to have read a bit of the history of the palace before hand. In some of the buildings you need to take off your shoes before entering. Definitely need a hat and sunglasses when wandering around outside.
Helen Law — Google review
An absolute must-see in Bangkok. It is a magnificent place full of art and beauty. You will want to stay inside for hours. There are many things to see, and everything is so pristine that it feels unreal. The ticket is a bit expensive but it also offers the entrance to a dance show which is fantastic and you can return to the Palace if you wish another time. I personally loved it, and I would no doubt recommend this place to anyone coming to Bangkok. I got the audio guide, which was very useful to understand everything. To enter one of the main temples, you need to remove your shoes.
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Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan, also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a significant landmark temple in Thailand. The temple grounds offer a serene atmosphere and are home to a massive 46-meter-long reclining Buddha statue. Visitors can explore historic art, statues, and colorful murals depicting over 400 images of the Buddha. Additionally, the temple houses a traditional Thai massage school.
A safe, religious and wonderful environment amidst the crowded passages around. Wat Pho is a very energetic, historical place and the presence of Buddhists in this place has made it a special place for foreign tourists. This is a spiritual space, but full of color. When I was here for photography, I was very surprised by the cleanliness and beauty of all the structures in this place. If you are going to Bangkok as an active tourist, I suggest you go to this lovely place
Alireza Akhlaghi — Google review
The highlight of this temple is the giant golden 150 feet long reclining Buddha. The surroundings of the temple have a few pagodas and Wat Pho is just within walking distance (approximately a 10-minute walk) from the Grand Palace.
Wat Pho is now a center for traditional massage and medicine but was the first public university in Thailand to focus on religion and literature back then.
Other than the reclining Buddha and pagodas, there is nothing much to explore in this temple. It is advisable for visitors to strictly follow the dress code for any temple in Thailand including Wat Pho. Women must wear skirts or pants extending at least to the knee and strictly not wear a top that reveals bare shoulders.
Ting Ting — Google review
Really pretty temple especially near sunset and it felt really tranquil too, very low traffic noises. However try to leave some extra time so that you can visit the other temple across the river as both close at 6pm. Ladies can enter the vicinity but if you wanna see the giant reclining Buddha or the prayer room you have to have a cover for your shoulders, there are some shawls that you can borrow at these entrances for free and make sure to return it when you’re done.
S. L — Google review
A must do visit. The reclining golden Buddha in Bangkok is an amazing sight. 200 THB admission fee to enter the premises. Stunning Buddha, 46 metres in length & 15 metres in height, which just about fits in the building. Lots of other smaller Buddha's & historical pictures & ornaments in the surrounding buildings. Do make sure you wear appropriate clothing when you visit!
Alan G — Google review
The vibe is extremely positive here and it’s a must visit place as this is one of the tourist attraction. This place is maintained well and is neat. There’s a separate place to offer prayers and to burn incense sticks. Burn incense sticks only in the dedicated area allotted.
If you are buying a small Lord Buddha statue, do not place it down as this is considered disrespectful and please maintain dress code here as you will be asked to otherwise no entry into the temple.
If wearing clothing which has Buddha print on it then the entry into the temple is barred.
Please dress appropriately.
Janet P — Google review
A wonderful temple. Thailand's cultural heritage is as always fascinating and awe-inspiring. The territory of the temple is quite large, it will probably take about one and a half hours to appreciate all the sights. I liked the mosaic structures in the courtyard of the temple and the interior painting of the temples and the variety of statues the most. Well, of course, the statue of the reclining Buddha looks very cool, as well as the painting on his feet. The entrance ticket costs 200 baht, also with the entrance ticket you can get a free bottle of water from the machine.
Bohdan Domansky — Google review
Amazing temple to be visited when your in Bangkok. Excellent structure of sleeping Buddha it’s huge you cannot cover the entire idol in one pic. 🤩🤩🤩
Santhosh Raj — Google review
This is a buddhist temple that has a huge reclining Buddha statue. Make sure you dress properly.
The entrance ticket is THB 200.
Before you enter the temple, the officer will bring you a bag to keep your shoes/sandals.
You can make donation to in the entrance of the temple. The officer will give you some coins and you can put the coin one by one to the bowl around the statue and get the Buddha wise quote in the end.
Agnes Betania — Google review
The Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho is an amazing sight. The figure is 46m long and 15m high, making it the largest reclining Buddha in Thailand. It symbolizes the moment when Buddha entered Nirvana, marking the culmination of all reincarnations.🤩✨All over the temple complex you will see the The 99 Pagodas and numerous Buddhas everywhere. The temple complex is massive so make sure that you don’t miss any buildings or landmarks. Very unforgettable experience for me.
Jessil Ray Aguilar — Google review
One of the best temples I’ve seen on my trip so far. The 4 pagoda are beautiful and you get to see the giant lying Buddha up close. Gong banging included in price which is 300 baht per person - this is more expensive than advertised but definitely worth it for how large the premises is and how well maintained everything is
Jasmine Clarke — Google review
Nice temple and near to the grand palace.
You need to wear proper clothes like no shorts, no revealing clothes ( above the knee,tube).
You need to take hat and umbrellas with you as the temperature is very hot and humid.
Advisable also to take extra shirts/clothes because you will sweat a lot and your clothes will get wet in just for few minutes!!!
Anyways,nice to visit when around the area.
Meriam Dayao — Google review
Beautiful temple to visit while you’re in Bangkok. The lying Buddha is definitely the main attraction here and I can see why. Just remember that it is a temple and to dress accordingly
Prathamesh Tarde (Prath) — Google review
A safe, religious and wonderful environment amidst the crowded passages around. Wat Pho is a very energetic, historical place and the presence of Buddhists in this place has made it a special place for foreign tourists. This is a spiritual space, but full of color. When I was here for photography, I was very surprised by the cleanliness and beauty of all the structures in this place. If you are going to Bangkok as an active tourist, I suggest you go to this lovely place
Chonpat Jaroenjit — Google review
Wat Pho is beautifully built and exquisitely show cases the culture of Buddhism. Entrance fee is 600 Baht for foreigners and the last time for entry is 6pm. The place has some amazing color and symmetry and the statue of Buddha are intensely captivating. We were lucky to visit in an amazing weather with rain fall. Got stuck here since it started raining like crazy but overall a very amazing experience. Must go!
daniyal ali — Google review
Loved visiting here ,temple buddha, carvings and architecture was fantastic...a must for anyone travelling to or through BKk. Was a plus having practically zero tourists so was easy to move around and great photos taken
Admission for foreigner 200THB .,Thai for free .open from 06:00 hrs to 18:00 hrs .
Graham — Google review
The lying Buddha what a spectacular piece of architecture. In and around the area including the royal palace is 60 acres in size omg. Other smaller rooms with many statues of the Buddas era. Lots of history backing to 1800’s. Must place to visit weekday was quiet.. Was getting busier later as we left for the mall.
DonD Marley — Google review
We reached this place just before closing. The place shuts by 6:30. Because of this reason we got a very peaceful experience with very very little crowds. The budha statue is huge, and the scale can be experienced only in person. It is very hard to understand the scale from a photo. The place has a lot of cats also. This one of my favourite places in Bangkok.
SACHIN SREEKUMAR — Google review
A very beautiful temple with amazing architecture. It is kept clean and entry fee is lesser than grand palace. Entry fee for foreigners is 200 baht. Surrounded by trees and shade so timing you can manage. But have minimum 2 hours to explore it completely.
Chanchal Jetha — Google review
Probably the only temple you need to visit. It is preferable to start the visit at 9am. Your bus crowds start pouring at 9am and the temple grounds gets very noisy and busy. Not a relaxing experience. The temple visit will take about an hour. Photography is allowed.
Eric Meulien — Google review
This temple is famous for its Reclining Buddha and located near Grand palace so that you may make plan to visit altogether in a same day.
Reclining Buddha is so big that we cannot see it at once and have to see it part by part. There are some spaces inside to view the part of it and you have to make a queue and wait until enjoying or taking pictures of it. I think building for this huge Buddha is so small that it is really crowded (hot as well).
Along with the size of this sculpture, it is also quite unique to enjoy the impressive patterns in his soles. Worth a visit if you visit Grand palace or place near this temple.
Francis C. K — Google review
It is an interesting place to visit since it is big and stunning with beautiful structures. There are many super adorable cats here as well 🐈⬛🐈
Traditional Thai Massage is available
However it is very hot and full of tourists - big tour groups 🥵 Bring umbrella, fan and water 💦
Some of the tourists do not take off the shoes before entering the temple, as they did not observe the signage. This is frowned upon in Asia but there is no staff to advise them to take off their shoes.
Min HL — Google review
Wat Pho is one of the most amazing temples we have visited. It’s must see. Make sure to bring a bottle water as you will spend hours there. There are tab water around where you can refill your bottle. The gardens around the temples are so beautiful. The inside temples are very calm and serene. We paid around $6 US dollars and it worth every penny.
Armita Z — Google review
Great place and so peaceful. Reclining Buddha is so beautiful which not cover in one view because of the pillars between the statue and view.
** Need ticket to entre cost 300 Bath and only in Cash.
Ritesh Tiwari — Google review
Beautiful temple, open later than some of the smaller temples (closes 1930). Also known as temple of the reclining Buddha. It's actually a huge complex with multiple ornate buildings and stupas which are lit up at night. Spectacular to see day or night, can walk the grounds after 1700, but most of the buildings will be closed. 300B for entry.
Tanjin R — Google review
This temple, in contrast to the bustling crowds at Wat Arun or The Grand Palace, offers a serene experience with plenty to explore. Personally, I found great enjoyment in my visit here.
The Reclining Buddha’s immense size makes it a challenge to capture the entire statue in a single photo. You can also spend 20 baht to get a cup of coins, and then putting coins into a queue of bowls.
The temple's layout is impressive, featuring four sets of towers positioned in different directions, each comprising four beautifully designed towers. Navigating through these architectural wonders is a visual treat.
Be prepared for a brief wait to enter the main prayer room as there is usually a queue outside. However, the experience inside is worth the wait.
To keep visitors hydrated, there's a convenient free water fountain on the premises. Overall, this temple provides a quieter yet enriching alternative, with its unique attractions and thoughtful amenities making it a delightful stop on your itinerary.
Gu Lin — Google review
Stunningly beautiful temple! Visited at 8AM, minimal crowds for great photos. Pair with the royal palace or Wat Arun. Entry for foreigners is 300 THB, but worth it. Spend 1-2 hours exploring the grounds and architecture.
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is a grand Buddhist temple situated on the west side of the Chaophraya River in Thonburi, Bangkok. Its iconic central spire is adorned with intricate tiles and stands out with its colorful and detailed design. The temple's history dates back to King Taksin's restoration in 1768, giving it a significant place in Thai heritage.
This temple is the highlight of Bangkok and maybe Thailand, and rightly so. The site is compact, so during busy tourist hours, it gets very crowded. Better visit early in the morning or just right before sunset as the air is more chill. There aren’t any roof so if it gets rained, then… oh well.
I wish there are more stories about the temple other than just a paragraph or two posted outside the temple.
Daniel — Google review
Cool place. I am very glad that Thailand has such a respectful attitude towards its rich culture. The entire territory of the temple looks very beautiful and well-kept. The skill and imagination of the sculptors amazes me. The entrance ticket costs 100 baht, and also at the entrance, all visitors are given a bottle of water along with the ticket. You can also get to the other side of the river by boat for just 5 baht. I recommend to try to see the beauty of the temple when you cross the river by boat.
Bohdan Domansky — Google review
Great place to visit, not expensive (100 thb cash) and complimentary water is included with your ticket. We had to take the boat to and from the temple which was easy enough. Make sure to walk fully around as there is more to it than the main temple. You can hire traditional this outfits to be photographed in which seemed popular
Brian Devlin — Google review
Wat Arun is absolutely a place you should visit when in Bangkok. I arrived before sunset, around 5 pm, as they close at 6 pm. It’s on Friday. Be ready for crowds if you come around this time. The weather is already not too hot, and the sky displays its prettiest blue and yellow colors. Outside the entrance gate, you'll find many shops that rent traditional clothes for taking pictures, all of them beautiful. The temple has many intricate details. As the sun sets, the sky transitions from orange to pinkish-purple. It’s also recommended to observe this temple during sunset time as it looks majestic.
Pauline P — Google review
Wat Arun is a jewel of the architecture so characteristic of Thailand. The temple, according to the luminosity, to appear white and all in embroidery with the many details which decorate it. It's rather extended and it's necessary to think of going on the right of the temple when one is in front of it, there are splendid Buddhas to be discovered and other temples in the complex.
I strongly advise to go there early in the morning because it's quickly taken by many instagrammers who spend hours to be taken in pictures at the same place, making then the taking of picture of the temple complicated ...
Cl?mence Valette — Google review
One of the most iconic temple in Bangkok. It is a very beautiful and spectacular temple. It is best taken pictures during sun rise or sun set. It is very well maintained cleanliness. This temple can get very touristy as it is very photogenic temple. So ensure to get there early to avoid the crowds. At the entry of the main temple there are many tourist dresses in traditional Thai dress, so at time it get difficult to take pictures on the lawn of the temple.
Katethip Varanyuwatana — Google review
Love the temple and the overall experience. The temple are actively used so there will be some sections that is forbidden to enter. There's a market here selling Thailand souvenirs like shirts, fridge magnets and key chains. The temple is so magnificent and beautiful, as the restoration was recently completed in 2017. There is also a costume rental for tourists that wants to get photographed in traditional Thai attires.
Tamado Sitohang — Google review
Incredible architecture. The temples were well maintained and so rich in history. I think they did a great job with ensuring that the temple remains a place of worship for locals yet a place for tourists to experience and learn about their religion, culture and history. Guides are available (might be at a cost). Tickets were 100 baht each.
Tips for visitors,
1. Bring a hat or umbrella - it's really sunny
2. Follow temple rules on proper attire - If you need a long skirt or shawl for covering up, you can borrow one from the temple.
3. Wear easy to slip on and off shoes - you'll be required to take off your footwear to enter the temples
4. At the exit, you can take a boat across the river to visit another famous temple.
Leia — Google review
Great place to visit, not expensive (100 thb cash) and complimentary water is included with your ticket. We had to take the boat to and from the temple which was easy enough. Make sure to walk fully around as there is more to it than the main temple. You can hire traditional this outfits to be photographed in which seemed popular
ASHWANI KUMAR — Google review
Beautiful Buddhist temple. Very easy to get to from across the river by ferry. The ferry leaves every 5 minutes and costs only 5 baht. Extremely popular but still easy to visit with no waiting. The ticket price of 100 baht includes a small bottle of water. Clean restrooms are available on the premises.
John C — Google review
This place (can be) crowded. However, this is actually a cool temple. Yes it costs a little to get it, but it's really worth the view. You can pay a little extra and dress up in a period costume for some pictures, however given how crowded it is, be prepared to share your photo with about 5000 of your newest best friends. The steps are very step, be careful! You want to also be aware that, given the amount of people here, you need to watch your wallet. Also some people are more concerned with getting a good photo than they are with their own personal safety, as a result on these steep steps; accidents can happen. There's a gift shop inside, but most of the food and drinks are more expensive than outside.
snarkyguy — Google review
Wat Arun Temple in Bangkok is undeniably stunning with its intricate architecture and rich cultural significance. However, the overwhelming crowds can diminish the overall experience, making it challenging to fully appreciate the serene beauty of this historical site. Consider visiting during off-peak hours for a more tranquil visit.
aisha — Google review
Although I waited for while to visit Wat Arun, I'm happy that I was able to make time to share my experience with a childhood friend. There is so much to take in here. The ground are quite expansive and the buildings too numerous to list. It is best to look at my photos since a picture is worth a thousand words. We arrived early in the day to avoid the heat since there is not a lot of shade to protect you from the searing sun. There are drinks and ice blocks available to cool give you a respite while waiting for your return boat to your point of departure.
D.L. Cohen — Google review
As a photographer, I get really excited when I enter a place that is full of beautiful structures and different colors. Especially when I realize that it is one of the most important places in the city and has a part of the history of that city. Do not forget this wonderful place when traveling to the beautiful city of Bangkok. fantastic.
Alireza Akhlaghi — Google review
This is one of the must-see temples in Bangkok. It’s very well kept and there are events held in the evening on the temple grounds. There are a few shops selling traditional Thai dresses for women and there are several boat docks that can take passengers to the other side of the river for a cheap price. The temple itself is beautiful and you can ascend the main central spire to get a good look at the Buddha relics within and the surrounding area. I would definitely recommend checking this place out on your trip to Bangkok.
Matt Smith — Google review
Absolutely beautiful temple. There is detail on every part all the way up which was a sight to behold. We really enjoyed walking round and taking it all in. Well worth a visit! I arrived wearing shorts as we didn't first plan on visiting but they provided fabrics for free for while you were on the grounds. Food and drink available on site.
L Turl — Google review
Amazing and iconic architecture. Definitely visit this and marvel at its beauty once you're in Bangkok.
Note:
100 Baht fee for foreigners.
Please wear modest clothing (t-shirts at least, fully covered legs).
Do NOT show any tattoos, especially if it's of the Buddha himself.
Soroush Torkian — Google review
Nice temple, very photogenic. Looks better at night. Some simple cafe and drinks available. No need long pants to enter. There are steep stairs from time to time, however not mandatory to climb.
Daniel Chew — Google review
This is one of the best landmarks in Bangkok. Wat Arun also known as Temple of the Dawn. You need to cross the river to visit this place where you need to spend 10 baht to and fro. This is the place having relics of the budhha. The architecture is stunningly beautiful. One should visit and have lots of photos. This place ticket price is 100 baht for foreigners.
Ganesh Paisole — Google review
Gorgeous temple and grounds. Give yourself an hour to be able to meander and explore every angle properly. Fairly busy but still incredible to see and find your picture spot. We did this on the way to grand palace since the stop there from the river is closed. You have to come to Wat Arun and transfer to a short river cross to get to the palace.
Chris Caruso — Google review
A beautiful and unusual temple, mainly outdoors. A real must see and the traditionally dressed Thai visitors bring some amazing additional colour to the temple. You cannot go to the top but it has so much detail to admire its still a definite place to visit.
Peter Thompson — Google review
Must visit Wat Arun when you are in Bangkok! Entry free cost $200 baht and they close at 6pm. Seeing the temple in person upclose is truly extraordinary and also awe inspiring from afar during sunset when the temple lights up.
Really busy and there are a lot of costume rental stores nearby that you can dress up for $150 baht and hiring a photographer is additional!
Jenny Truong — Google review
Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is a temple that you should not miss. However, I am giving it only a three-star.
Pros:
Wat Arun boasts a striking and iconic structure, best appreciated from the boat as you cross the river. The temple's exterior is adorned with vibrant porcelain tiles and seashells, forming a captivating mosaic that glimmers in the sunlight. The central prang (tower), surrounded by four smaller prangs, stands tall and invites visitors to climb its steep stairs for panoramic views of the river and city.
After you purchased a ticket, they stamp your wrist and give you a complimentary bottle of water, a thoughtful touch that sets Wat Arun apart from other famous sites in Bangkok..
You can also borrow traditional Thai clothes and even hire a professional photographer to help you get the best pics once in Wat Arun.
Cons:
This site is pretty small and it becomes way too crowded once most of the visitors have photographers taking photos for them. It is difficult to enjoy the place if you are constantly reminded by others “not to block the photographer”.
One improvement could be providing more detailed explanations about the temple beyond its physical structure. This would enhance visitors' understanding of the historical and cultural significance of the site.
For those who are not going to hire a photographer, 30-35 minutes may suffice to explore Wat Arun. Despite the drawbacks, the temple's stunning architecture, the unique mosaic, and the opportunity for panoramic views make it a worthwhile visit. Consider visiting during less crowded times to fully appreciate its beauty and historical value.
Gu Lin — Google review
The famous tourist attraction Sunrise temple.
Free entry.
I suggest more safety precautions such as wearing a safety belt or helmet etc. are required for those who wants to go up to pagoda/prang(very high and very steep stairs) .
Tang Augusta — Google review
One of the lost beautiful places we've been so far, the attention to detail and these buildings is something else. Extremely hot day but well worth it as you nip in and out of different temples and see the amazing sights from thousands of years ago! It almost takes your breath away see how high the buildings are and how steep the steps are, one of our favourite places of the day
James Hinchliffe — Google review
A very famous temple in Bangkok so when you visit you will see a lot of tourists. The pagoda has many tall towers with very steep steps. The highest ancient towers of the pagoda are only accessible on the lower floors, the entrance to the upper floors is locked. Here, many female tourists rent ancient Thai costumes to wear for photos for 300Bath. Entrance fee to visit the temple is 200Bath. Boat ticket from BTS station is 30Bath/way. The worshiping areas are located behind the main pagoda. The architecture of the worship area is beautifully plated with gold. However, the boat waiting area is a bit small and cramped. In Thailand monks are highly respected. On public transportation, monks are always given the highest priority.
Kien Nguyen Manh — Google review
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The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran in Thai, is a vast outdoor museum that spans 240 acres and is designed to resemble the shape of Thailand. It features over 100 miniature replicas of famous Thai buildings and sites, including temples, palaces, pavilions, and stupas. These replicas are meticulously placed in geographic precision to their real counterparts. The museum offers visitors the opportunity to explore historical sites up close and gain insights into Thai history through these accurate representations.
This is certainly a must for anyone visiting or living in Thailand. The Ancient City is the largest outdoor museum in the world, preserving Siamese true heritage. The Ancient City allows both foreign and Thai nationals to appreciate the history of Thailand. There are 121 sites, some are reconstructed on a scale of about 1 in 3 while others are as big as the original. One can hire a bicycle, an electric bike or even a golf cart to travel around the plus/minus 200 acres. If you have your own car, you can enter the city at a fee.
Gina Mattei — Google review
Massive museum park with stunning architecture! Make sure to set aside a whole day if you want to get the full experience. The self-drive mini-cart is the best way to get around IMO. There are also bikes for rent if you want to burn calories while exploring the park. The guided tours are great but only stop at a few locations. Overall, one of the best experiences in Bangkok for architecture and history buffs. As a bonus, You will also get to see some local wildlife around the park.
Arthur Menezes — Google review
Lovely experience. The temples and shrines are beautifully done to the smallest level of detail. I recommend renting a buggy and each person having a personal umbrella to cover from the sun. Don't forget your sun block and drink plenty of water. Took us a good 1 hour to drive through the entire park and made around 3-4 stops to experience the temple. You can easily spend half a day there but the heat was unforgiving at the time.
Amer Sharaf — Google review
Although the ticket is a bit expensive, it’s worth to go.
We drove in the place by adding 400b more for the car. It’s convenient and nice. There are also other choices like golf cab or bike which are also good. We stayed there for about 4 hours but definitely can be longer if you are not tired.
The maintenance is quite good. So you can really enjoy some good views. Snack counters and toilets are sufficient. Toilets are clean and with proper papers.
Overall, it’s a good experience.
Justina Lee — Google review
Very big and around 10km in total. You can easily spend whole day here if you want to explore and visit all the attractions.
Important:
1.Bring extra clothes as you will sweat a lot (free sauna).
2.Bring extra socks also as you need to remove your shoes/slippers when you enter the temples.
3.Take the golf car not the bike because it’s very hot and sunny, or else you will get grilled easily.
4. Bring hat,cap,umbrella and folding fans to protect yourself from the super hot weather.
5.Buy tickets online as it is way cheaper.
You can buy food and water inside so no worries.
Better to get there earlier so you will enjoy and no photo bombers.
Meriam Dayao — Google review
One of the largest outdoor museums in the world, constructed by Lek Viriyaphant. The site is set over a large area and features some beautiful reproductions of some of Thailand’s iconic and mythical buildings that you are free to explore at your leisure.
It takes around 2 hours to traverse the park by golf cart, which I highly recommend for shade and comfort as it makes the experience more enjoyable and offers relief from the sun.
Quick tip: book your tickets online as it is half price. They will.l not always inform you of this when purchasing tickets on the door. We bought them online while at the park gate and they were available immediately.
Kiel Patrick — Google review
Great halfway trip from Bangkok. Very easy to reach. Take the green line to Keha and jump on one of the pick-up taxis waiting at the station (they are marked with a 36 on the roof). The ride to the Ancient City costs 10 Baht. Once at the entrance, tickets are 700 Baht (400 if you have a Thai work permit or driver's license; there seem to be discounted tickets available online as well so that's worth checking out). You can rent an e-bike for 250 Baht (3h, every additional hour costs an extra 100 Baht but 3h is doable even with a coffee break). The park is massive and very well taken care of. Was there on a slightly cloudy Saturday, perfect weather for some sightseeing, still there were very few people in the park. There are small coffee shops and toilets at every corner, super convenient. Lots of great photo stops, history and Thai culture to be explored. Cruising around on an e-bike is great fun. There's a lot to see and only two of the sites were inaccessible due to maintenance work. Once you're done, bring back the scooter and cross the main street via foot bridge on your left so you can wave down one of the pick-up taxis (again, 10 Baht, marked with a 36 on the roof). A great and fun getaway from the city!
Ivo Niet — Google review
The park area is very large, so I recommend taking a golf cart to move around it. We took many beautiful photos. However, it seemed to us that everything looked very artificial and a little toy-like. The park's disadvantage is the lack of greenery and the fact that all buildings are made hastily from cheap materials. Also, many objects are under reconstruction. We spent 3 hours in the park and didn't see everything. We were advised to book tickets in advance to get a discount on the price.
Despite some drawbacks, Ancient Siam is a great place for photo shoots. We took many beautiful photos and enjoyed visiting the park. If you are looking for a place for bright and memorable photos, this place is definitely worth a visit.
Nadya Levina — Google review
1. Different types of vehicle to hire like golf cart and e-cycles.
2. Very good place to roam, I prefer take the golf cart, the place is very big.
3. In the entrance ticket counter we were told the most spots for photos and everything other
4. It was worth spending all the time.
Sagar Thawani — Google review
Amazing place!
You can learn a lot of most of the wonders of Thailand in just one Park and very very affordable price (even if you buy the package including a nice Thai buffet lunch). Be aware to come early since it will take you long to see all the the scenes in this park (more or less 10 km). You can find gardens, statues, temples, recreations of monumental buildings, real elephants and other animals, restaurants, a museum, and even a small Thai farm-village.
Sergio Rebolledo — Google review
Do not miss this place. Its about an hour away from the city centre but can travel easily by the hreen line metro and shuttle no 36. This place has more than 100 monuments, from across Thailand. Some are conceptual as well. We didn't take any golf car or bus, but would recommend it, especially if you are visiting during the summer time. However, not taking the bus would mean more time at every site and no rush. There's also a restaurant inside, which serves buffet. For a better deal, buy your tickets in advance on Klook and its better to include the buffet. The place is huge so even if there are visitors, there's no crowd.
Tushar Shewale — Google review
Absolutely enjoyed it. Get the choice to rent a bicycle or a driver at the entrance. The service is already included in the ticket admission. We went for the bikes as we want to be more flexible when it comes to stopping and taking it in as opposed to having to be considered for other people. Also, it was a good exercise and the breeze was very enjoyable. The park itself is huge! So many beautiful things to see. Pagodas, temples, statues, gardens, ruins, boats, etc. The lost goes on and on. We were the only ones in the massive park when we arrived at around 10:30am. Nobody, but workers that helped maintaining the place, did we meet, which kind of felt like a VIP experience but on the downside, the park and the people are depending on the tickets so we hope that there will be a surge of tourists or more locals soon. COVID really made it a lonely experience since restaurants towards the center or the other end of the park were not even operating. The people deserve to be imbursed for their hard work and need it more than ever now!
Louis — Google review
The park is huge and the buildings are dizzying. The scenic spot provides golf carts, electric motorcycles, bicycles, and of course you can drive your own car. Personal recommendation, if there are few people, I recommend electric motorcycles, and if there are many people, choose golf carts. The entire scenic spot is still under construction, and each building is imitated very realistically. Every building wants to stay in the camera, which is suitable for playing all day. If there are some scenic spots in the park, you can check in here, and the effect is almost the same.
Happy Bro — Google review
Perfect place to explore Thai culture. Accessible by BTS. I recommend borrowing a traditional costume (directly in the park) and then your pictures will be absolutely awesome. We had an amazing half day there. Park offers a lot of visitor facilities, and you don't need to bring anything with you.
Zdenek — Google review
Quite touristy, many of the temples are not originals and are either replicas or built with some "creative liberty". A very fun place to go and ride around, but expect tourist fun, not an authentic Thai experience.
Definitely get your tickets off of klook! It's much cheaper. And get a golf cart if you can, not many of the temples are worth going in but it's very fun to ride around the outside. The complex is huge so it would be very difficult to walk. Fun, but manage your expectations.
Gravity Grace — Google review
Ancient City has been regarded as one of the largest open-air museums in the world. Visitors can see many significant places in Thailand, for example, castles, palaces, temples, and sculptures. Some are models, but some are the originals that were taken from certain places. The exhibitions in the Ancient City are divided according to regions for visitors to enjoy and appreciate the core of the multi-faceted culture. The experience gives the impression of traveling the whole country within a day.
Norman Rabaýa — Google review
This place was awesome! We did not have enough time in 2 hours to go through the whole city. If you have the whole day, you could skip the golf cart rental and walk the entire place. If you need to finish in a certain amount of time, then rent a cart and park on the areas that are designated for the carts and walk portions of the city or just drive through and stop at the main sights. Please note that there are a good number of places that require shoes off to enter and some areas where no photos can be taken.
Marissa Mejia — Google review
It's a really cool place! I wouldn't add it to the main attraction list when I am short of time in Thailand. It's more of a nice to have type of thing.A variety of temple representation from across Thailand. Make sure you buy your tickets online to save some money. The golf cart makes it even better it adds so much more to the experience. You can also find elephanta there.I think there are only 4-5 sightings worth visiting the rest you can drive past them. I strongly feel that the exhibitions themselves need to be maintained a bit more thoroughly. The rest of the park is really clean and well maintained. The staff is great and really helpful. Had a great time there.
Panicious Ci — Google review
We absolutely loved this place. 10/10 experience. So many beautiful places and def check out the all you can eat buffet.
Loads of cute little souvenir shops!
If you go, def get the golf cart and enjoy riding around the grounds of the Ancient city.
Maria — Google review
This is a gorgeously designed and beautifully maintained representation of Thailand. They have segments of native structures and depict different stories across history. A definite must visit if you're in Thailand. Traditional music and food is available throughout. Since the coverage is so much, they have a train tour or you can take in your car or rent a gold buggy/ bicycle to move around. It's better to book the tickets online. When you head to the online booking counter, they hand you a map for easy guidance
Tasanya Dlima — Google review
This is a very beautiful place. Definitely a tourist trap, but a worthwhile one. Don't make the mistake of thinking the e-bikes would be fun...get a golf cart!!! They do not exchange or refund even after only a few minutes. E-bikes are not comfortable at all!!! We wasted quite a bit of money, but were much happier in the golf cart.
K Parker — Google review
Awesome display of Thai culture. Added benefit we found elephants. We fed the elephants but did not ride. Also bikes and golf carts to get around. So big we could never walk every where 1 day. Also, they are very honest. Made a mistake on my credit card that I did not catch. They actually sent someone to find us to get issue fixed. Not many places would do that. I gave 5 stars for each point made above. The staff and attraction were Awesome. Highly recommend.
Ken — Google review
This attraction ranks among the finest I have experienced. From the architecturally stunning buildings and statues to the serene water features, every aspect is impeccably organized. The staff also contribute to the exceptional quality of the visit. Given the expansive nature of the area, I highly recommend utilizing a golf cart or an electric vehicle for navigation. Attempting to explore this vast space solely on foot could be quite challenging.
Sam S — Google review
Definitely not a place you can easily walk through due to its massive size; transportation is a must! Unfortunately, bringing your own bike inside is not an option, but there are convenient rental choices available. The facility offers numerous restrooms and eat stations scattered throughout, with a buffet entry fee of 280 baht.
The attractions themselves are impressive, providing opportunities for great photos. Additionally, there's an option to rent traditional costumes for a more enjoyable experience. I appreciate their unique approach, as the exhibits are far from being too simple or generic; I’d say that there's a nice touch to every detail. Not every attraction is a must-see, after spending about half your time there, you'll likely grasp the overall concept and can enjoy the beauty from a distance as you drive through. There are certain areas where long clothes are necessary to cover your legs, but you can just borrow it.
4ish hrs is sufficient to explore the main attractions, drive through the entire area and take occasional breaks at the eateries. Might be different for a big family though, which is different from my experience.
Karina Filatova — Google review
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296, 1 Sukhumvit Rd, Bang Pu Mai, Mueang Samut Prakan District, Samut Prakan 10280, Thailand
The Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is a popular tourist attraction in Ratchaburi province, Thailand. It features souvenir vendors and food sellers from all over Asia. The market is located on a large canal and is easily accessible by car or boat.
A fascinating place and a memorable experience. A tour bus driver took us to a riverside point where we tried local fruits before embarking on the boat journey through the waterways and floating stalls into the big bustling floating market. A special place and an absolute must-see for anyone visiting Bangkok.
Amir Aridi — Google review
The floating market of Damnoen Saduak is very disappointing and is not worth a stop in my opinion. There are very few vendors on the water but mostly vendors on land that we can approach by boat. Only souvenirs are sold but almost no fruits or vegetables, it's a pity.
Moreover, the cost of the boat is 2000 baths, which is excessively expensive to visit a market devoid of vendors and absolutely not alive.
An "avenue" on the water however that I found particularly beautiful, decorated with a multitude of lanterns. And beautiful landscapes of jungle to appreciate during the walk.
Cl?mence Valette — Google review
Actual “floating market”. Most of the vendors are along the rivers or on a boat.
To fully enjoy this market, you pay for the boat to take you around the river. They can stop as needed if you want to buy something. Good breeze on the water.
Bring cash of course. Price are reasonable and the food + drinks are pretty good. There are alcohol and cannabis drinks of various sort.
There are traffic jam on the water just in case you are wondering.
There are car and motorbike parking. Some free some paid. Weekend all paid parking.
Note: the boat service is for an hour or so. If you stop at too many places then you won’t be able to visit the whole river. You can always take it twice. Price is reasonable anyway.
Vu Nguyen — Google review
So... we went to this floating market as part of a packaged group tour. Websites talk a lot about the floating market, so I was like why not. I don't like labeling places as tourist traps because people like experiencing different things, but I'd say this place feels very touristy and commercial to say the least.
You get to travel on a boat, and other small boats will come to you with food and merch. The smoke from other boats is not very pleasant, and that dirty water may splash and get on your clothes the current from other moving boats is strong. But it's not too terrible, so just be mindful of this.
I say commercial, because all the goods here are sold 2-10 times the prices in other markets. Souvenirs? Even the tour guide told us not to buy. Fruits and coconut ice cream are not too pricey, but I'd still negotiate the price.
Overall, the place didn't feel organic - it's not a market where locals would come to buy goods. It's designed exclusively for tourists, so I'd recommend the place if you're okay with my caveats above.
Will Heo — Google review
TL:DR Take the paddling boat experience if you wish, don't buy anything on the boat.
It's a good experience, the original Thai floating market. You can experience life living next to a canal and traveling mainly through boats. Most of the shopping is done through the canal, thus the floating market. However, it seems that it's more for tourists (local tourists too), so expect prices to be higher than elsewhere.
Pricey boat hire. The stuff on the floating market is expensive as well (you can get the same stuff elsewhere for way less price). You need to learn to bargain and do it really well to not get scammed. It does feel like a tourist trap and I think it's good to just experience the boat, and just don't buy anything. Just find whatever souvenirs (and food!) interest you, and buy it at other places. You can even get them cheaper at Bangkok, or at the side of the canal unreachable by boats (still more expensive than elsewhere).
Wai Qian Tham — Google review
Visiting Damnoen Saduak Floating Market was an incredible immersion into Thailand's vibrant culture and tradition. The market's colorful boats laden with fresh produce and local crafts created a picturesque spectacle. While the crowds can get overwhelming, interacting with the friendly vendors and sampling authentic Thai delicacies made the experience truly memorable. The long-tail boat ride along the serene canals provided a peaceful retreat from the lively market atmosphere. However, the growing tourist influence has somewhat affected the market's original charm. Nevertheless, it remains a must-visit destination for anyone seeking an authentic glimpse into Thailand's rich cultural heritage.
ΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ ΚΑΡΑΚΑΣΗΣ — Google review
More than 150 years old market still retaining the original teak wood structure. However it was overcrowded with tourists, our boats clashing each other in the channels, loud motor boats which were letting out unpleasant smoke and souvenirs sold at exorbitant prices. Was quoted 850 baht for a wooden dragon fly hanging which we bargained and bought at 200 baht. Our guide told us not to buy anything without bargaining the price down by 80%. It would’ve been a better experience for tourists if the items were sold at a reasonable cost like in the other markets and vendors would get more sales.
We had yummy coconut ice cream and mango sticky rice which our guide got us from a lovely lady selling from her boat.
We stopped at a shop selling puppets and masks but decided not to buy anything after a closer inspection because we didn’t think it was worth the price quoted. A really nasty vendor selling paintings opposite this shop started yelling at us and called us cheap for not buying those overpriced items after looking at them. With such attitude I wonder if anyone would want to go back again. Couldn’t wait to get out of there after that. That person was enough to spoil the whole experience for us.
I had read reviews from tourists not recommending this market and should’ve followed their advice. There are other genuine floating markets visited by locals which are way better. Don’t recommend this one at all!
Neepa S — Google review
Pretty good floating market in Bangkok. It’s a smaller one, but still pretty good. You can buy a boat ride for 100 baht, which will take to you to a cute cafe, where you can spend around 20 minutes and then go back to the market.
krikri — Google review
A must do tour when you are visiting Bangkok. We travelled by AC minibus to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, which encompassed a visit to the railway market & a coconut plantation. The floating market was truly spectacular, seeing the vendors selling their wares along the river, plus lots of separate stalls selling souvenirs & food, all enjoyed from the comfort of your own long tail boat.You could purchase things along the waterway - which was fantastic. The railway market was an eye opener! The vendors know precisely when a train arrives/departs & quickly retract their stalls just in time. Tourists are a plenty to witness this precision timing. The goods for sale are plentiful & range from souvenirs, fruit, meat, fish, beverages etc. We also visited a coconut plantation, where it was interesting to see how a coconut is fully used, with no wastage.
Alan G — Google review
Its an interesting place to take the family to show them not just the floating markets but also our boat captain. Took use out and about the canal system it was interesting to see how people live around the water ways of greater Bangkok. Take a powered boat.
Graham Teer — Google review
Great place for tourists to visit about 1.5 hrs outside of Bangkok! You can find a variety of food and souvenirs along the river, and most vendors are willing to bargain prices down.
Just be warned, many taxi drivers will try to scam you by dropping you off at tour companies about 5 minutes away from the actual market. They give prices starting at 2000 Baht per person for a 2 hour boat ride through the market. Please don't fall for it. If you demand to be taken to the actual start of the market you can find prices around 100-300 Baht per person for an hour boat ride through the market.
Absolutely worth the visit, just be careful who you are trusting to take you.
Lindi Brown — Google review
I hardly recommend this hostel. Everything is very new and clean. Staff are all of them very friendly and very helpful. Kitchen is perfect! Chill outs are wonderful. They made popcorn for all guests that went to see the cinema movie that they played at one of the chill outs. They also gave us thai sweets.
Betlem Belloc Campo — Google review
Incredible experience. Is a tourist trap ? YES! Just do it! The canals are dirty, you might get splashed, I found a piece of hair in my coconut ice cream, but hey, it was 1 out of 5. Would I do it again? Maybe not. Would I recommend it a 100% yes! I paid 3500 bhat for 1.5 hr market and coconut farm. Morning trip with a driver from Bangkok. It was absolutely worth the drive. Go early by 3pm. Most of the vendors will be gone after that time.
yhans love — Google review
I visited Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and had an amazing experience exploring the vibrant market culture on the water.
The colorful boats and variety of goods were truly captivating.
However, one drawback was the presence of smog from the boats, which slightly affected the overall enjoyment of the visit. Despite that, it's definitely a unique and must-see destination.
Noemi — Google review
Really nice floating market and definitely must see when visiting Bangkok. But the boat drive with paddle boats definitely isn’t worth 800 THB per person. Rather go walking around - you will see it and still have the same view and experience.
Luka Uvodic — Google review
Great experience, especially knowing about the life of the people who run the market on the long-tail boats, and the fact that they even live there. They sell a variety of fruits, tender coconut delicacies, some sea-food and a bunch of souvenirs. Prices are a but higher than you would find elsewhere, but the experience of exploring the market in a boat is memorable. We had some very delicious mango sticky rice there!
Apurva Mistry — Google review
The Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is a bustling and lively destination that offers a unique and authentic Thai experience. The market is a great place to visit for a few hours, but be cautious of tourist operators who may try to take you to other boating joints and extend your trip.
If you're short on time, it's best to drive directly to the market and explore on foot. This way, you can fully immerse yourself in the market's lively atmosphere and get a feel for the local culture. However, be prepared to haggle, as the prices for goods other than food can be quite high.
One of the highlights of the market is the food. The floating market offers a wide variety of delicious and authentic Thai cuisine, from fresh fruits and vegetables to mouthwatering street food. It's a great opportunity to sample some of the local delicacies and immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Thailand.
Overall, the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Thailand. The market's colorful and lively atmosphere, combined with its delicious food, make it a truly unforgettable experience.
Arun kalai Nathan — Google review
03-04-2024 , Hello everyone, it's me Kamrul a Google reviewer from Bangladesh. Experience the uniqueness of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market by gliding through historic canals, immersing yourself in a era of water trade. Enjoy fresh produce and local delicacies on boats, avoiding overpriced souvenirs. Be ready for tourist crowds, navigate peak hours strategically, and consider potential pollution concerns. Overall, focus on the market's distinctive charm, local eats, and vibrant atmosphere for a memorable cultural experience.
Md Kamrul Islam — Google review
This floating market is very touristy. You may get dripped off via minivan or taxi about a few hundred meters from the actual floating market. They generally drop you off further away with the hopes that you’ll pay for the expensive motor boat tour/ride to the market (the experience is about 1hr long).
Instead it’s better to walk a few hundred meters to the market and save yourself the money. At the floating market itself you can pay be for a much cheaper human powered boat around the market (we paid 200baht for two people).
While on the top the guide will move the boat along the market to the various vendors. Some guides will stop at many vendors and some will skip some. We tried to tell our guide we’re not interested but she didn’t listen and continued to move from vendor to vendor.
Overall this floating market wasn’t that great. Mainly just vendors trying to sell you things you can find in most tourist shops in Thailand. It’s best to go to the Amphawa floating market that’s nearby via taxi and not waste your time and money with this one.
Ryan Zhou — Google review
An interesting place to visit for the very first time. Overall experience was pleasant and enjoyed the boat ride but might not be a good place to shop for souvenirs because of the steep pricing.
The tour we paid for felt rushed and did not get to check out most of the stalls. The person in charge of the boat will only stop at certain stalls as requested.
As one of the most popular floating markets in Thailand and over a 100 years of history, it was slightly disappointing to see that the place is not well maintained.
Ting Ting — Google review
I came here last year in September 2022 and the river was crowded and lively. I visited again last July 2023 and it was different, quiet and calm. As usual, because this is a popular tourist place, everything is expensive. You will need to bargain fairly as they’re only making a living too. This is a unique and great experience so do not skip this spot.
Arianne Jane Alvizo Butcon — Google review
Out of all the floating markets in Bangkok i had selected this as it had better reviews than the others. The only thing is it's located far away from the city and the drive to this place too more than 1½hrs but it was good. After reaching they asked us if we wanted to visit other things and showed us the options but we decided to just experience the floating market. We went in the morning so it wasn't sunny. It's better to just experience the boat ride and not shop as the prices of everything are too high, definitely a tourist trap. The coconut ice cream was really good! Overall loved the boat ride and the experience.
Mark Stephen — Google review
A wonderful place to experience what a floating market is like in Bangkok. Damnoen Saduak floating market has many stores which sells popular local delicacies, items and souvenirs.
But that’s is where the positive ends. Damnoen Saduak floating market is a tourist trap. All of the items could be bought elsewhere at a much lower price. The boatman will stop at different stores without request at times too. Strolling through the floating market, you will notice mostly tourists, and the only locals are the vendors.
Come for the experience, not for the shopping. This may be one of the more popular floating markets, but it is not the only one in Bangkok.
Eu Ken Ng — Google review
I loved it!! The boat ride was super relaxing, and we did ride the elephant afterward. (I wouldn't do that again)next visit, I'll go to an elephant sanctuary instead. Definitely talk down the prices don't buy the first thing you see
K. K. — Google review
The place was kinda touristic. But it was nice to see it! But too many tourists and didn’t feel real at some point. The boats were way too many and a I didn’t like the way in which they were treating animals just to take pics with them and tourists. But it was an experience.
Asia Druda — Google review
It is best going there early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the hot weather. I took a boat ride to fully cover the vast area of these canals system. There are many souvenir shops by the canal as you ride on the boat. The boat ride was comfortable and save me the trouble of walking. Anyway, most shops can only be accessed by boat. So, take the convenient way.
You may view my YouTube video on this place :-
https://youtu.be/YCF7nxa8PuI?si=Ac9LFmcSelZ7vA5i
Milliam — Google review
Just loving everything about Bangkok this is no exception- what a cool experience to be taken through by boat to experience the noise, smells, sights, tastes and do your ‘window shopping’ before you get off and redo it by foot picking up and haggling for all the gems you spied from the water! Coconut ice cream while floating is a must do! 🥥
Nikki Close — Google review
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is located about 100km from the city centre. The journey usually takes about 2 hours each way.
This popular floating market has become very touristy. There are just a few traders on boats selling food, drinks and fruits now. The banks of the canal is lined with shops selling souvenirs, clothings, food and drinks.
The boat ride we had was a disappointment. The driver just sped through the canal then idled for a while to waste time before taking us back to the jetty. We did not pass through the section with traders on boats.
We should have taken the boat which was manually rowed and not the one with an petrol engine. It was more like a canal speedboat ride than a visit to a floating market.
CS Chai — Google review
Very different experience and good one. There is a boat ride for 20 mins. One can do shopping from a boat, and one can also have experience in local life. Recommended to try once and do not forget to bargain.
Atul Vispute — Google review
It’s a nice experience to browse the area with a wooden boat. It is also possible to walk much of the inner market. Taxis will want to drop you off about 1km away at a point from where you can only take a motorboat to go to the market via some narrow canals, whereas if you drive to the market you have the option of a cheaper paddle boat to explore the “inner” market.
The staff will try to sell various experience packages. Boat hire prices are regulated. On the way to the market you’ll see a couple of souvenir shops on the sides of the canals that don’t float. Once you get to the market you’ll see vendors on little wooden boats and more shops ashore. The motorboat felt a little like a tourist trap to us at first but on the other hand the trip to and from the market on it will also show you less touristic areas. Inside the market you can always get off the boat, walk a little and get back on too.
Thomas Braunstingl — Google review
A different experience! The floating market is truly different like you might have seen in tour promotions, where there are boats (same size like yours) that sell a variety of food right beside you! Choose from fresh coconuts/fruits to grilled meats. The "traffic" is in the main galley, that when someone decides to buy some of the food, you do have to stop a bit, but that gives you time to look around the sides where stalls of other goods like clothes and other trinkets are displayed on both sides of the canal. Reminder to keep your hands within the boat and hang on to your phones and cameras! Yes the water is not clear. Wear a hat too. Apparently there is a back way from the main "water road". The primary shopping area is where you do get off your boats, it's huge! we were dropped off at the back, and the good thing is you can haggle prices of some goods! There are restaurants and comfort rooms in the main building. We had fun! Include this on your to try list when in Thailand!
Travelgirls88 — Google review
Such an interesting experience on one of the paddle boats. It's pretty much 5 lane traffic jam all the way but everyone just seems to know how to push past each other. They stop their boat for you to do some shopping.
Enjoyed seeing the train pass by and the locals selling quite cheap food. Bought some special tea for 10 bhat and mango. Worth a visit.
Bianca Cojocaru — Google review
Touristy place with good view of the station. Price is moderate. Might not be a great deal but not a bad place to chill while waiting the train to come into the station
Mango sticky rice is average
Hot plate is available some noodles and other stuff
Smoothies are great so as coconut
Linus Leung — Google review
Stopped here for a short snack and to watch the tourists.
Food is average and nothing special. Prices are around 40 for each, sticky rice is 50.
One woman is singing the menu to get attention. Pad Thai was ready immediately, the dumplings took 10 minutes.
Tommaso Bramuglia — Google review
Avoid at all cost, better still avoid this restaurant due to the service.
1. Mama Fried (tasteless and noodle overcooked),
2. Tofu Soup (pork still raw when served)
3. Pork noodle (edible if add more chilli powder)
4. Tomyam Gong Noodle (edible with fish sauce)
5. Omelette (tasteless but edible)
Pika Pika — Google review
Great experince. Worth to visit. Saw.how the merchant closed their retail when the train comes. Many foods and fruits seller. Coconut drinks are cheap here.I bought some fruits and snack.
Hon Meng Chow — Google review
Very nice and cool experience
Thomas Nilsson Saulo — Google review
Good food with kind owner
주원김 — Google review
(Translated by Google) You can buy meals and drinks here
Good store recommended by tour guide
Reasonable prices, delicious and hygienic food
Dinner, drinks can be bought here
Recommended store recommended by the guide
Fair price, good food and hygiene
(Original)
正餐、飲料都可以在這裡買
導遊推薦的好店家
價格公道,食物好吃衛生
Dinner, drinks can be bought here
Recommended store recommended by the guide
Fair price, good food and hygiene
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission-maintained cemetery in Kanchanaburi, Thailand, that commemorates the soldiers from Australia, Britain, and the Netherlands who were forced into labor during the construction of the Burma Railway. The majority of casualties are British; Australian and Dutch graves are located to its right and left respectively.
Very modest and well done. It is both very well kept and subdued. I went and found Chaplain Alexander Dean's grave although the sign at the front did not indicate anything that stood out about him. Well worth walking through for a half hour and letting the names and significance of the cemetery wash over you. Well maintained memory of the 6900 Allied PoWs who lost their lives in the Second World War.
Abhishek Joshi — Google review
Very modest and well done. It is both very well kept and subdued. I went and found Chaplain Alexander Dean's grave although the sign at the front did not indicate anything that stood out about him. Well worth walking through for a half hour and letting the names and significance of the cemetery wash over you.
Knud Hermansen — Google review
The cemetery is well maintained ... at least it was when we stopped by: watering and weeding. Incredible reminder of just some of the lives lost during that brutal campaign. Suggest you combine with a trip to the Death Railway Museum across the street if you want to learn more about what these people experienced.
Christian V — Google review
RIP 🪦. Next to city road and death railway museum. You can pay respect to the deceased. And nice location if you want a landscape pics.
Sammeta naga srinivas — Google review
A good reminder that Tham Krasae Railway Bridge and River Khwae Bridge are not just some random tourist attractions. A lot of people died here after forced labor during WW2. May want to combine this with the JEATH war museum.
Christof Vercammen — Google review
A beautiful monument paying respects to the POW during ww2. Heartbreaking to see how young they were and the messages on their graves from their loved ones.
J M Anderson — Google review
Very historic cemetery. It's unfortunate those people had to die the way they did.
Ian Mwangi — Google review
The last resting place of 6982 Australian, British and Dutch Prisoners of War who perished while constructing the Burma Railway, also known as Death Railway, under extreme duress during WWII. Imperial Army of Japan treated the POWs inhumanly leading to 16000 deaths. POWs were given only 600 calories of food everyday and had to work 12 hours daily living in sub-human conditions. Commonwealth War Graves Commission owns and maintains the cemetery 1939 - 1945
The citation at the entrance reads -
" IN HONOURED REMEMBRANCE OF THE FORTITUDE AND SACRIFICE OF THAT VALIANT COMPANY WHO PERISHED WHILE BUILDING THE RAILWAY FROM THAILAND TO BURMA DURING THEIR LONG CAPTIVITY..... "
Muntasir Saikat — Google review
Nice place to visit, only 5 minutes from Kanchanaburi train station. Free entry, should go on weekday, because of a few tourists.
Phetpannarai Longha — Google review
On our day tour we went at first to this cemetery. This is a clean place at the main road, nothing to see then tombstones. Only interesting for visitors which have relatives their. I can't recommend the stop their.
Erich Grossmann — Google review
💢 This cementry is well maintained & is a part of the remembrance of the damaged that have been done. Located opposite with Thailand Burma Railway Center.
Nyonya Kacak — Google review
This was definitely a place worth visiting. I went with a friend who's grandfather was in WWII and it had a definite meaning for him. Seeing a place where so many have sacrificed for others leaves a lasting impression. The place itself was beautifully built and decorated.
Eat Me — Google review
Visited yesterday remembrance Service, by the RBL with Veteran's and guests in attendance.
Grounds are well kept, "we will remember them".
Jiggo (Jiggo) — Google review
Beautiful WW2 Cemetary next to Death Railway Museum.
Next to Chinese Cemetary
Dan Manners — Google review
This well maintained war cemetery has the graves of martyrs of World War II and some workers that were died during the construction of railway. Around 5000 Graves are there. This graveyard is located very near to the Kanchanaburi railway station
Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed — Google review
This is another major attraction in the kanchanburi area . In this area there are graveyard of the people died in making the death railway . There is all together 5000 people's graveyard . You can see the in the graveyard stone that most of the people died before the age 35 in making this railway . Most of them are forced labourer from India, Malaya, British, Dutch and chines .
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The River Kwai Bridge is a replica of the bridge that was partially destroyed in World War II. Originally built as a heavy duty bridge to support the Thailand Burma Railway, the site now serves as a local market and annual festivals. The bridge is also significant for its role during World War II and its association with film actor Steve McQueen.
The bridge itself is equal parts beautiful and bittersweet. Absolutely amazing views of both the bridge and of the river end nearby temple.
Make sure to read up on the history of the bridge before going.
The surrounding area is setup to cater to tourist's with food, souvenir and jewellery stores/ markets in the immediate area. Nearby restaurants as well.
There were some posted signs warning about a high volume of pickpockets in the area.
Aim to visit early in the morning if possible to avoid crowds.
Ally Underwood — Google review
Beautiful area, free to explore and take pictures on the bridge and surrounding area. Lots of shops and a museum close by that is open earlier in the day. Train runs in early morning. Night life and restaurants within walking distance are also wonderful. Unique piece of history to remember those who sacrificed and to learn from.
Stace Nelson (Bull) — Google review
No need to buy ticket.
Will be great to visit early in the morning before the crowds passing this old bridge. We can enjoy the river and some boats passing by.
You can also visit the temple nearby (go down from the stairs at the end of the bridge)
Make sure not to wear slippery sandals.
rinanti puri — Google review
A replica bridge which is a stirring reminder of a dark time in history. We crossed on the train which was a hot bumpy ride, but worth it. Good views of the countryside and river. You can see remnants from the original bridge
Bonnie D — Google review
Interesting to visit and a walk through history. There are markets for food and clothing nearby and a 711 too. Walked the Bridge and took some photos. It's free to do so. There's someone always playing music near the entrance.
Alexander Johnson — Google review
Historically a iconic river, they still have the old train running, so nostalgic.
Come here to see the locals, small shops around with so much cultural.
The scenery is splendid!
Cheryl Lee — Google review
Good place to visit but very crowded eps during the time train is about to come. Good view and many spot to take photo. And good to see the memorial plate to memorize about the war crime prisoners and how the bridge was built.
Pawinee Santichalanan — Google review
Full of history, this is a must stop for many Commonwealth country members.
There are a number of tours to get you here, where you can view the bridge above and below, as well as walk across it. You can also ride a replica 1940s train service.
The area has a number of facilities, stalls and restaurants to cater to your needs.
David Vedder — Google review
Definitely one of the bucket list when visiting Thailand.
Full of history. Once in lifetime must take the normal train to reach there.
You can walk on the train railway but at own risk, no handrail or any safety features.
Yuen Ang Loke — Google review
The River Khwae Bridge is a historical bridge over the Khwae River in Kanchanaburi. The historical significance is the main reason for visiting this site. For the rest, it's just a bridge, in my opinion. The area around the bridge is nice too, like the Chinese temple, from where you can get a great view of the bridge!
Jonathan van Olderen — Google review
Great food market there
Historical bridge with a lot of nice places to take photos
The museum is few minutes walking distance, for only 50 baht you can go through a tour of the world war era.
Street food is nice on both ends of the bridge. A bit slippery when it rains.
Marwan Sherif — Google review
This is such an interesting place to visit with so much history involving the POWs in World War II. We were able to walk over the bridge and then we took the train that still runs for an hour and a half and rode over the bridge on our way back. Don't miss doing this, take a tour when yiu are in Bangkok. We took the Trip Advisor tour and it was well worth the $40 Canadian for a full day tour with a great lunch included.
Gayle Wigmore — Google review
A truly amazing place to visit. So much history behind this iconic structure, a must see for all who visit Thailand. There are a number of small museums around which I would also recommend, as they are very informative about the bridge and the human sacrifice made during its construction. Also make sure to wait for the train to pass over! A special place to visit and a once in a lifetime experience for sure.
Tom Hunt — Google review
Took the bridge from the train so didn't really see the bridge. It is a unique bridge with rich history. But it's not really worth the time to travel just to visit the bridge. It is best to combine it with other attractions nearby like the nature reserves,etc.
Stop at River Kwai Bridge station (one stop after Kanchanaburi Station) if you want to take photos of the bridge. It stops just before crossing the bridge.
I made the mistake of taking the train across the bridge and the next station is very far away from the bridge.
Raptor — Google review
This historical bridge is still in use by the local train service. You should come here at the end of the year. There is the Lights and Sounds Festival. Spectacular reenactment of the WW2 history and fireworks will be displayed.
Adenan Mohamad Eksan — Google review
The history of the Kwai Bridge is a remarkable tale of human ingenuity and determination. Constructed during World War II by Allied prisoners of war, it stands as a symbol of resilience and cooperation in the face of adversity.
The bridge's significance extends beyond its functional purpose, as it has become a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of unity.
The story behind the Kwai Bridge serves as an inspiring reminder of our ability to overcome challenges and create lasting legacies that resonate through time.
Banyapon Poolsawas (Nomad Teacher) — Google review
Great little stop just for history's sake. You can walk across the bridge. The view is pretty nice. It's a fun little stop for half an hour or so. If you want to eat, there are food shops and a floating restaurant right next to it.
The train still runs on this track!! We had a little Stand By Me reenactment on our trip. My daughter was checking the rails, Wonder when the next train comes?🤣 Walking back, we here a train whistle, turn and look,
T R A I N ! ! ! 🤣🤣
It runs really slow so no danger, but we kinda laughed about it🥰
Dave Blumenthal — Google review
This historical bridge is free to enter. You can take 10 mins walk and taking photos with the beautiful view. Then you can enjoy the small market there and eat at nice restaurants along the river.
Ekk Chawa — Google review
Interesting to see and to learn a bit about history. Memories coming up from the movie.
To walk over the bridge is for free. Nice view over the river. We spend there around 1 hour.
Oliver Borbach — Google review
Fantastic bridge at Kanchanaburi. Many tourists, shops and food stalls nearby. It took about 10 mins walk from start to end of this bridge. The train arrived at 2.50pm. The bridge looked solid and stable. Tourists should go there and enjoy a walk on the bridge and nice scenery.
Jhny Hong — Google review
Yes, we'll worth a visit, and catch the train for a further one hour ride up the track that the poor prisoners of war built. The museum is well worth a visit, as is the beautifully maintained cemetery. Recommended for a day trip.
Stewart Tough — Google review
It was fun to stand there and see the train pass through. The train was old and looked like trains in Vietnam. There were many people there to see the train and after that take pictures of the railway, the temple nearby and the river. We spent some time there to take pictures and walk along the railway. After that we found a place where the street vendors sold coconut. We decided to try some. The coconuts were cool, sweet and fresh. The price was cheap.
Giang Le — Google review
I am told the train over the bridge stopped 8 years ago. However walking the bridge still felt special. Odd how I only heard the Great Escape music in my mind lol
Update/ later saw a diesel train cross the bridge.
Grayham Bailey — Google review
Amazing place , impressive bridge that was restored since the bombing during the war , river was clean & we still
Managed to get to see the train cross the bridge , something nostalgic . Tips do head down to the banks area fr better shots as I did cos the crowd mostly stayed up there along the tracks .
Iananis Ishnin — Google review
Kanchanaburi isn't too touristy at the moment. Perfect for people who hate crowds. Having the train moving so close to you is also surreal. Love every moment of it.
Recommended places to visit around the vicinity:
1) POW Camp - on the left of the bridge
2) Chinese memorial featuring the TNM Sq masscre - on the right of the bridge
Clara Wong — Google review
You have seen it in movies and heard it in songs but seeing it live is pretty remarkable. You just can't imagine the words playing in your head, the mixed feelings of both joy and sadness, the ghost bumps keep coming back repeatedly.
The distance to travel from Kanchanaburi city centre is about a 20 minute ride away.
“This famous Bridge in Thailand, is a historical landmark resembling a true testament of the price we humans paid for war and the resilience that stands before us is the human foundation of true brotherly love.
This World War II prisoners contribution is also recorded an Asian forced labor construction under the Japanese occupation, this bridge signified a symbol of both suffering and triumph.
Visiting the bridge evokes a sense of solemnity and reflection, as one walks across the historic structure that stands as a reminder of the sacrifices made. Its picturesque surrounding amidst the sight of a beautiful river adds excitement and fond memories, making it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and travelers alike.”
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ข้ามแม่น้ำแควใหญ่, Tha Ma Kham, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Chang Wat Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand