Grand Palace & Wat Pra Kaew  The most visited attraction in Thailand A dazzling site from afar, the Grand Palace and Wat Prakaew command respect from all who have walked in their sacred grounds. Built in 1782, and for 150 years the home of the Thai King, the Royal court and the administrative seat of government, the Grand Palace continues to have visitors in awe with its beautiful architecture and intricate detail.  LogisticsOpen: Daily 08:30 - 15:30Duration: 2 to 5 hours based on your interest Location: Na Phra Lan Road, Old City (Rattanakosin) Tour guides: (certified) on site, inside the main gate Tickets: sold from 8:30 - 15:30 cost 500 baht >> Includes entry to Vimanmek Palace & Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall. Getting there: The Old city does not have modern transport access. Public transport options are
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InsightsThe Grand Palace is the most important attraction in Bangkok. Situated on the east side of the Chao Phraya, this is a large complex, which includes over 30 Royal buildings, halls, temples and museums as well as countless statues, figures and other beautiful things to see. The Grand Palace is a very good collection of attractions that is worth 3-4 hours of your time, if you have it to spare. Historically, the construction of the Grand Palace began in 1782 after King Rama I moved the nation's capital from to the eastern side of the Chao Phraya River. The palace grounds were added to, frequently restored and expanded by his predecessors; King Rama II, King Rama III, King Rama IV and King Rama V, much of which you see when visiting the Palace today. At the Grand Palace (500 Baht per person) the highlight attraction is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, where you can see the sacred green Buddha, discovered in 1434 and displayed wearing one of its three seasonal costumes. It is also well worth exploring the rest of the Upper Terrace after seeing the Emerald Buddha. Here you can find Phra Siratana Chedi (large golden Chedi), Phra Mondop and Prasat Phra Dhepbidorn buildings. There is also the massive sandstone model of Angkor Wat (Cambodia) which was under Thai rule during the the period of its construction (circa 1860). The Phra Maha Monthian Group and Chakri Group of buildings have attractive architecture worth seeing and the many statues, figures and elaborate carvings found throughout the Grand Palace that are enjoyable to discover, admire and photograph. We particularly like the tall monster figures which seem to be guarding various entryways. Further, the galleries, which line the inner walls encompassing the Royal Monastery are some of the best murals in the entire city. Lastly, there are three museums to be explored within Grand Palace, including the recently opened Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles. Overall, the Grand Palace is a great place to visit in Bangkok. The ticket price is high but you are able to see many individual attractions within the palace walls so it sort of works itself out in the end. We would definitely recommend adding a visit to the Grand Palace to your itinerary for trips to Bangkok, especially if you are a first time visitor to the city.
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