The Grand Palace, Bangkok: Hours, Address, The Grand Palace Reviews: 4/5
The Grand Palace
The Grand Palace
4
from $5.13
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
About
Bangkok's famous palace complex was built in 1782 and features several magnificent buildings including Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which contains a beautiful Emerald Buddha that dates back to the 14th century.
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Neighborhood: Riverside
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yuki2hikari
Tokyo, Japan2 contributions
Glorious past
Feb 2021
If you want to see what a great glorious past Thailand holds! thats the place to visit. Lots of gold gold gold.
Written April 6, 2021
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Imm_ThaiTrav
Bangkok, Thailand66 contributions
Absolutely a must-see
Oct 2020
The most famous and gorgeous temple in Thailand. The Emerald Buddha is considered the most sacred statue in Thailand.
In 1782, King Rama I succeeded to the throne and decided to move the capital from Ayutthaya to Bangkok. This means the end of the Ayutthaya period but the beginning of the Rattanakosin period (Bangkok). Wat Phra Kaew was built since then on the ground of the Grand Palace.
The main entrance for tourists is Viseschaisri Gate only, which is on Na Phra Lan Road. The ticket costs 500 baht for a foreigner (Thai is free)
A strict dress code applies. If you wear the prohibited clothes, you have to buy a new one that available at the main entrance gate (T-Shirt costs about 200 baht, for example)
Written March 20, 2021
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Venus_Court
Bangkok, Thailand5 contributions
Dual Pricing
Jan 2021
In common with many tourist attractions in Thailand, The Grand Palace operates a discriminatory Dual Pricing Policy. Entry for non-Thais is THB 500. Thais get free entry.
Written February 19, 2021
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Alice
France1 contribution
Nice place to visit
Nov 2020
Nice place to visit.
Many things to see around.
Landmarks are quite known and famous. Must visit.
I guess due to covid there were few people.
Written January 5, 2021
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MissL219
Essex, UK1,457 contributions
Beautiful temple
Jan 2020 • Couples
This is a must see if you're in Bangkok. There is so much gold and lots to see. Go early to beat the crowds and avoid the heat. You have to be covered to enter the temple.
We found the price reasonable.
Written January 3, 2021
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Katy Santos
Philippines399 contributions
Great Temple Complex but too hot, overcrowded and pricey
Nov 2019
Grand Palace is one of the famous landmarks of Bangkok, with it’s dazzling golden temples, it’s definitely an eye catcher!
This is used to be the residence of the king but today, it’s used for ceremonial events and ofcourse, an attraction for tourists.
Grand Palace is considered Thailand’s most sacred site so proper clothing and behavior should be observed within the premises.
I'm giving it a 3 star only as I think the ticket price is too high as I've only spent a couple of hours at this temple complex, I didn't utilize what I paid that much as the weather is too hot to walk around and it's too crowded.
Written October 6, 2020
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mickie
Torrevieja, Spain3 contributions
Cruise ship visit
Nov 2019
Fabulous palace gold gold and more gold coverings it is quite astounding and all because of peoples beliefs and quite different to anything I had seen before
Written October 2, 2020
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Denise B
27 contributions
So beautiful!
Feb 2020
Went over Chinese New Year and absolutely loved seeing the temples of Bangkok. Despite of the holiday, it wasn't crowded at all. This is a must see!
Written September 21, 2020
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Billy Kennedy
Pattaya, Thailand95 contributions
Good Visit
Sep 2020 • Family
Great historical place, great for families, though if you want to really stop and read all the signs may want to leave the little ones at home!
Written September 6, 2020
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Brian Carter
San Antonio, TX60 contributions
Very impressive palace & grounds, beware scammers
Jan 2020
The palace & grounds are amazing, definintely worth the visit. The cost to enter is reasonable, just wear repectful clothing.
The downside of the Grand Palace is access and scam artists. Any honest taxi can take you there. Upon leaving, honest taxis are impossible to find. Use Grab, LineMan, or other app for taxi pickup. There are no trains and the boat taxis are over 1KM from exit. Buses require you walk to the main road and are difficult for most tourists to figure out.
Be very wary of scammers. The simplest scam are crooked taxis charging 2-4 times the meter rate. The worst scammers are those masquerading as "official tour guides" with faked credentials. Their English is good as they explain the palace is closed to foreigners that day, morning, or afternoon. Then they ask how much you paid for the taxi, suggest you were scammed, and offer to find you a bargain Tuk Tuk to take you to other temples and sites until the Palace "opens." The whole thing is a lie. The Tuk Tuk drivers take you to a small nearby Wat and then to a series of shops and malls who give the drivers kickbacks. The Palace was open all along.
Thais are incredibly honest in almost all areas. The exceptions are certain "tour guides," many Tuk Tuk drivers, and some taxis who target unsuspecting tourists. They are not typical of Thais, and some of them are not Thai.
The Palace is worth the visit, just ensure you are dropped off at the right entrance and can request a taxi pickup from your mobile or tablet.
Written September 1, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
karentoward
Chatham, UK122 contributions
Hi,
I appreciate that The Grand Palace Complex is probably top of any tourist list and is always busy. I also understand that an early arrival is a good idea.
However is there any particular day of the week when it is less busy?
Mskfan03
Singapore, Singapore72 contributions
We went there on a Thursday it was not that crowded, and I think its better to go there on a weekday. Probably Monday to Thursday.
Elisabetta V.
Cantu, Italy87 contributions
Scusate, non trovo da nessuna parte l'info se i bambini pagano l'entrata al palazzo, mia figlia ha 9 anni, pagherà?In generale sapete se i templi a Bangkok prevedono prezzi differenti per adulti e bambini?
Grazie
Massimiliano C
Mozzate, Italy123 contributions
Sinceramente non ho visto differenze prezzi... comunque controlla bene il biglietto perché dovresti avere anche l’accesso ad uno spettacolo, ma li nessuno ti dice niente...
Roger Rajendran
Tirunelveli District, India10 contributions
What is the current scenario for tourists in Thailand after the outbreak of Coronavirus? Is it still safe to visit there? (Feb 2020)
eenski
Melbourne, Australia51 contributions
Yes it is, wear a mask if you want extra protection
Mat10
Kolkata (Calcutta), India11 contributions
Hi,
I am planning to take the Phi Phi Island tour in Krabi. While booking online I came across the national park fee. So, my question is to go to Phi Phi islands, is it necessary that I have to book tickets for national park?
Thanks!
Michal N
Gdansk, Poland40 contributions
I am not sure, but please try to buy all the tickets locally, as in 99% cases they would be much cheaper than online booked ones.
cak
1 contribution
does anybody know what the admission money goes to? does it go to the royal family or to a charitable cause
Fulltilt2835
14 contributions
Supports the upkeep of the palace
lisalondonbru
Lido degli Estensi, Italy59 contributions
Dove posso acquistare i biglietti ?
carlo g
Legnano, Italy122 contributions
scusa il ritardo.
I biglietti si possono comprare direttamente al sito
SKR179
Leeds, UK139 contributions
Hi.
Where would you buy the entrance tickets from on the day for the grand palace? Or is it better buying in advance online. If so which online site.
I Will be in Bangkok for an overnight trip so dont want to be wasting time queuing up places to get entry.
Thanks.
Schony29
Wagga Wagga, Australia364 contributions
It was busy, but the queue for credit card/e-tickets was very short and I just got the tickets in minutes. Go early though to see the free show, which is off site, at the end of your visit. The show is only on Monday to Friday at fixed times and they provide a free shuttle both ways. Alternately hop on the metro 300 meters down the road after the show.
Mat10
Kolkata (Calcutta), India11 contributions
Hi,
Could you please let me know if there's any direct bus service from DMK airport to Pattaya?
Also, if I want to return from Pattaya to Bangkok, do I need to prebook the bus?
Any bus no in specific for going to Pattaya from DMK airport or coming back to Bangkok(MBK CENTER) from Pattaya?
Thanks much in advance
Ivyy1712
Singapore, Singapore7 contributions
Get a Thai Simcard. Recommend AIS, from airport or 7-11. Then use that to book grab via grab app. Cheaper
Frequently Asked Questions about The Grand Palace
- The Grand Palace is open:
- Thu - Thu 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- Fri - Wed 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- We recommend booking The Grand Palace tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 376 The Grand Palace tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience The Grand Palace:
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- Royal Grand Palace and Bangkok Temples: Half Day Tour (From $110.70)
- Private Guide In and Around Bangkok: Custom Tour (From $56.76)
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- Restaurants near The Grand Palace:
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- Attractions near The Grand Palace:
- (0.12 mi) Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
- (0.25 mi) Wat Phra Chetuphon
- (0.16 mi) Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles
- (0.12 mi) Phra Si Ratana Chedi
- (0.11 mi) Tha Tien Market