Bangkok temples

General information

Destination	Category
Bangkok, Thailand	Sightseeing Tours

Program details

Learn about Thailand´s religion and culture as you explore three of Bangkok´s most important and stunning temples: Wat Trimit, Wat Pho and Wat Benchamabophit

Highlights
- Admire the 3-metre tall Golden Buddha
- Lose yourself in the dazzling and elaborate gold details
- Marvel at the architecture of the Marble Temple

You cannot leave Thailand without taking this half-day tour visiting three of the most significant temples in Bangkok renowned for their cultural values and Buddhist sacredness.



The first stop of the day is the Wat Trimit, known as the Temple of the Golden Buddha. This modern temple was built to house the famous the 3-metre tall Buddha statue crafted from 5.5 tons of solid gold. This gleaming Sukhothai style statue was accidently discovered after a painted and decorated statue was being moved to a new location, when it was accidently dropped, revealing a beautiful solid gold Sukhothai style Buddha.



As you pass through Chinatown you will come across one of Bangkok´s oldest temples, Wat Pho, known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. At 46 metres in length and 15 metres high the Buddha is the largest in Bangkok and illustrates the passing of the Buddha into nirvana. This beautiful temple complex is home to Thailand´s largest collection of Buddha images, the first university and was the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.



The third and final temple is the Wat Benchamabophit, also known as the Marble Temple. This monastery was built out of white Italian marble from Carrara in the 19th century and houses one of the country's most beautiful Buddha images.



To complete the tour, take a stop at a local lapidary factory and showroom where you will be able to find beautiful locally made jewellery, handicrafts and delicate silks at competitive prices

Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity. Voucher validity: 1 day

Location
Starting point:
Hotel pickup

End point: Same as starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
07:15 - 11:15
12:15 - 16:15

Duration: 4 Hours

Guiding options
Guiding type: Guide and audioguide
Tips type: Included

Requirements
Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
Remember to bring the voucher and valid photo ID with you
Sandals and flip-flops are not accepted.