Bangkok Old City Walking and Canal Tour By Longtail Boat
Overview
Situated just north of Bangkok’s Chinatown, the Old City (Rattanakosin) houses a glittering array of spectacular and revered temples, historic palaces, and ancient architecture. Important highlights in Bangkok Old Town include the regal Grand Palace, the awe-inspiring beauty of Wat Phra Kaew, as well as the traditional learning center Wat Pho. To explore these and other top tourist sights in Bangkok’s Old City, book with us to kick off your trip!
- Enjoy more time to take in the beauty and history of the historical landmark.
- Visit the attractions around the Grand Palace including Wat Phra Kaew, Royal Pantheon, Coronation Throne Hall, Royal Reception Hall, Royal Funeral Hall, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun.
- Savor some local street food for lunch and end the journey by riding a longtail boat in the canals and main Chao Phraya River.
Package options
What’s Included
- Professional licensed guide.
- Admission fees to the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha Temple.
- Admission fee to Wat Pho.
- Admission fee to Wat Arun.
- Admission fee to Royal Barge Museum.
- Long Tail speeding boat.
- Local Thai street food lunch and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Meeting Point
River City BANGKOK.
23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok, Thailand
- River City Bangkok, The Anchor of Arts & Antiques is a shopping center in Bangkok, Thailand.
- It is on the Chao Phraya River on the Si Phraya Pier near many large hotels.
- It is accessible by car or boat.
- You have to come to the meeting point by yourself and check-in your ticket 30 minutes before departure time.
Itinerary
5 stops with 1 pickup option
- Stop 1
The Grand Palace (1 Hour)
Meet your English-speaking guide at the meeting point. Start the journey by walking 6 minutes from the meeting point to the Grand Palace. Nowadays, the Grand Palace is still used for official events. Several royal ceremonies and state functions are held within the walls of the palace every year.
- Stop 2
Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) (1 Hour)
Visit Wat Phra Kaew, is regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. Explore the Grand Palace which was the official residence of the Kings of Thailand.
- Stop 3
Wat Pho (Wat Phra Chetuphon) (1 Hour)
Visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The temple is considered the earliest center for medical public education surrounded by marble illustrations, the birthplace of traditional Thai massage which is still taught and practiced at the temple until today.
- Stop 4
Wat Arun (Temple Of Dawn) (1 Hour)
One of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks is known for its giant tower next to the Chao Phraya River standing 70 meters high. The temple is decorated with tiny pieces of colored glass surrounded by Chinese porcelain.
- Stop 5
Tha Tien Market (3 Hours)
Rest and try Bangkok's local street food in Tha Tien. Take a longtail boat to Thonburi, the former capital of Thailand, less developed than the other side of the river. Many of the traditional small waterways, klongs, still exist there.
- Finish
You'll return to the starting point
What To Expect
Start your tour with a visit to the Emerald Buddha Temple. Pass by the amulet market, one of the most famous historical community markets of Rattanakosin Island. Discover the first stop of Wat Phra Kaew, regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.
Explore the Grand Palace, the official residence of the Kings of Thailand, now used for official events. Pass Tha Thien Market, a cultural food market. Visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho, considered the earliest center for medical public education, recognized by UNESCO in its Memory of the World Programme. Learn about the history of the temple from your guide.
Rest and try Bangkok’s local street food in Tha Tien. Sample Thai street food for a taste of Thai cooking traditions. Continue your journey to Wat Arun (the Temple of Dawn), one of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks known for its giant tower, standing 70 meters high. Take a longtail boat to Thonburi, the former capital of Thailand, less developed than the other side of the river. Many of the traditional small waterways, klongs, still exist there.
Additional Information
- Participants on this tour should note that the chapel is a national shrine and you will be required to wear proper attire: no bare shoulders and knees, or strapless-heel shoes.
- Shoes must be removed before entering the temple buildings as a matter of respect.
- Photography is permitted in the Royal Palace Grounds and in the compounds of the Emerald Buddha Temple, but not inside the buildings.
- Restroom facilities are available.
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
- The tour program is subject to change due to the weather & sea conditions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Notification Confirmation
- You will receive a confirmation email and voucher instantly after booking completed.
- In the case that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email.
- You can present either a printing or a mobile voucher for this activity.
- Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
- Scheduling can change due to weather conditions without prior notice. You will be notified in advance.
- Due to bad weather the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
