Discover Bangkok: Grand Palace & City Highlights Tour

from $106

Duration

3 hours

Type

Guided

Difficulty

Easy

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The Grand Palace features some of the most spectacular architectures in Asia.The Palace compound is a treasure house for Thai arts and houses the Emerald Buddha, the most sacred Buddha image in Thailand. This is the perfect introduction to Thailand, the Buddhist faith, regal splendor and tradition. Though no longer the royal residence, it remains the symbol of the kingdom. You'll visit the key attractions around the Grand Palace including Wat Phra Kaew-Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Coronation Throne Hall, Royal Reception Hall, Royal Funeral Hall, the Golden Chedi, and the Royal Pantheon.

Inclusions

Admission Fees
Local guide
Bottled water
Food & drinks

Exclusions

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel Transfers
Tip or gratuity

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Stage 1

Wat Phra Kaew, commonly known in English as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and officially as Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram, is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. The Emerald Buddha housed in the temple is a potent religio-political symbol and the palladium of Thailand.

Stage 2

The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam since 1782. The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925.

Stage 3

I Asia the local agent of the tour

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

Stroller / pram accessible
Wheelchair accessible

Please Note

Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Wheelchair accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Children 1 and younger are complimentary.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Approximately 90 minutes is spent inside the Grand Palace complex.
This tour is wheelchair accessible
There are strict Dress Code for visiting the Grand Palace as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha is Thailand's most sacred site. Men must wear long pants and shirts with sleeves - no sleeveless tops. If you're wearing sandals or flip-flops you must wear socks (in other words, no bare feet.) Women must be similarly modestly dressed. No see-through clothes, bare shoulders, dresses must be below knee length (preferably covering the ankle), no open-toe shoes, etc. It is also recommended to avoid bright colours).
At least 4 people are required for this activity to take place. Single traveler may book this product, but is subject to availability and cancellation if minimum number of people is not met on the activity day. (Alternative date or refund will be offered should this occur.).
Price for children ages 2-11 years applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Infant seats On Request Basis if advised at time of booking
I Asia Thailand will contact you shortly after your booking to reconfirm and advise your pickup time and location (if required). Please ensure that you have entered the correct contact details upon booking. If you have not been contacted by I Asia Thailand, please call us at [ ] (hours of operation are from 08.00am to 18.00pm Monday to Friday and 09.00am to 17.00pm Saturday and Sunday) or email to [ ] If you will not be arriving at your destination with sufficient time to ensure reconfirmation, please contact the local service provider prior to travel. Upon pickup, please present your confirmation/voucher or photo ID in exchange for your activity.
Meeting Point: Please make your way to the Century Park Hotel. Your guide will be in reception area 9 Ratchaprarop Rd, Makkasan, Bangkok 10400