The Golden Mount (Wat Saket)
The Golden Mount (Wat Saket)
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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This temple is known for the Golden Mount or Phu Khao Thong, a high hill that offers stunning views at its summit over Rattanakosin Island.
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Neighborhood: Rattanakosin (Bangkok Old City)
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- Magellanic47Bangkok, Thailand1,049 contributionsGood views of BKKSingle trip.. I ended up spending more time here than planned.. Found the site to be restful.. So much higher above the city.. 0a firm breeze helped to cool things down a bit while I was taking in the breathtaking skyline view of Bangkok. Easy climb.. But not wheelchair friendly.. 50 Baht entrance fee.. Makes this probably one of the cheapest and easiest places in the city to enjoy.. Take a camera.. Take sunscreen.. Mind the steps.. Beware that this mount is an active prayer site as well.Visited March 2020Traveled soloWritten March 13, 2020
- BethBristol, United Kingdom977 contributionsNot for the step hatersWe decided to visit as it was relatively cheap to enter, only 50 baht each. Typically only for tourists 😡. Ladies and gents make sure your shoulders and knees are covered, otherwise its 50 baht to hire a scarf and 50 baht to hire a wrap around skirt, plus 100 baht deposit. Be prepared theres 344 steps to get up, although they aren't mental steep steps and theres plenty along the route to keep your mind off the fact that you're melting and out of puff. Theres a coffee cafe about half way up but we didnt go inside. At the top theres a little sanctuary to see some buddhas, vending machines for a drink and fans. Then another level up theres a big golden bell shaped structure and views of the city! There was also other buddha shrines etc scattered elsewhere but we decided not to do them all. Well worth a visit.Visited January 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten January 5, 2020
- J&S_SingaporeSingapore, Singapore4,300 contributionsMagnificentWe came on a Sunday morning to visit this Bangkok’s most familiar landmarks. We understand it was just reopened in April 2022, there is much lesser crowd probably due to the pandemic transitioning, but make for a better trip where we can feel safer & more enjoyable. Clearly visible from a distance, the Golden Mount at Wat Saket is a 58 metre high hill crowned by a huge gleaming golden chedi. We alighted at Saymot BTS and walked a good 20 mins here, entering via the side gate. While they are quite some visitors there were no din, there’s serenity and respect for the religious premise. Near to the starting steps up there are Displays related to the history of the Temple as well as the exchanges Thailand has with many other nations. Quite an eye-opener to read them and get more Insight!. Entrance fee is 50 TBH and one can start the 300+ step staircase hike, should be an easy enough for most to climb, snakes its way around the hill to the top. Along the way are the various Buddha statues which remind us of some Japanese temples of similar setup. Be rewarded by the paranomic 360 degree views, an amazing and stunning view over Bangkok. Beside the view there are some other interesting things to look into; the many Buddha images, the temple hall, the pagoda, the scripture hall, and even the Sri Maha Bodhi tree! We departed via a different route, where there are many shop houses and cafes. And some taxi, tuk-tuk hankering for business. With its panoramic views out over the city and calm, peaceful atmosphere away from the bustle of hectic life, the area is well worth a visit during your stay in the capital.Visited July 2022Written July 27, 2022
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Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo), Myanmar19 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
If you been there in the early morning, you will not see many people and it's not busy. You have to walk more the 100 steps to get on the top. It was little tired. I always see Burmese people more than Thai every time that I go. The views are excellent from the top, you can see around Bangkok.
Written October 1, 2020
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Ailton007
Seattle, WA917 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We went at night in Makha Bucha Holiday. Place and all surrounding statues, buildings look amazing when illuminated and there were lots of people doing candlelight processions. We walked up the mountain, enjoyed the views and spirituality of the place before slowly descending and walking past Buddha, vulture statues to name a few. One of my favorite temples in Bangkok.
Written February 9, 2020
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,673 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Really nice temple that is not so famous with tourists but it was the favourite one I have visited because it is different. Going upstairs has a very nice vibe because of beautiful waterfalls placed along the way, with statues of animals and nice sounds. When you arrive to the temple, go inside and then go even more up by the stairs of the temple so you arrive at the rooftop with giant golden bell and beautiful sunset view of above. There were many monks in this temple so it is very active. Good opportunity to see them. It seems very authentic. I liked and the fee is just 50 baht.
Written August 30, 2022
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Mitesh T
Mumbai, India41 contributions
Dec 2019
One of the best temples in Bangkok. It seems to be a bit under the radar and therefore you don't really find too many tourists coming in here like other popular temples in Bangkok. The view from the top is amazing on a clear day. Once you are on the top I would recommend taking some time off and enjoy the peace.
Written January 9, 2020
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amanda5805
Duncan, Canada4,946 contributions
Dec 2019
We headed to the Golden Mount by Grab (app) on our first day in Bangkok. It was about 2pm. Traffic was busy but it wasn’t overly busy at the Golden Mount. It was very hot. If I was to ever go back I would go earlier in the morning. We did have to dress in respectable attire. Knees and shoulders covered at all times.
On arrival we purchased our tickets and headed up 300+ steps to the top. Near the base of the steps there is a cemetery, where plague victims ashes were buried. We enjoyed the walk threw the lovely shaded jungle settings, small waterfalls and Buddhist statues on the way up. which had a few places to stop for a rest. It took us about 15 mins to reach the top. At the top there is stunning panoramic views of Bangkok, wall of bells & the stupa. We spend about an hour to an hour and a half walking the grounds including the walk up and back down.
At the bottom there is a neat replica cave that had Buddhist statues. There is also Wat Saket. Wat Saket was used to cremate the deceased who couldn’t afford a funeral as well as the plague victims. Wat Saket is still a place of worship and there is monks living quarters close to site.
There is also a lot of other temples in walking distance around the base. That were incredible to see. Not 100% sure if it all is classifed as the same property or not.
On arrival we purchased our tickets and headed up 300+ steps to the top. Near the base of the steps there is a cemetery, where plague victims ashes were buried. We enjoyed the walk threw the lovely shaded jungle settings, small waterfalls and Buddhist statues on the way up. which had a few places to stop for a rest. It took us about 15 mins to reach the top. At the top there is stunning panoramic views of Bangkok, wall of bells & the stupa. We spend about an hour to an hour and a half walking the grounds including the walk up and back down.
At the bottom there is a neat replica cave that had Buddhist statues. There is also Wat Saket. Wat Saket was used to cremate the deceased who couldn’t afford a funeral as well as the plague victims. Wat Saket is still a place of worship and there is monks living quarters close to site.
There is also a lot of other temples in walking distance around the base. That were incredible to see. Not 100% sure if it all is classifed as the same property or not.
Written May 19, 2020
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julia b
60 contributions
Nov 2019
This was my favourite attraction in Bangkok. It was not over crowded, it's absolutely beautiful and had so many lovely areas. It will also lend appropriate clothing if needed. At the base of the mount are several different rock gardens each with its own theme. There are many different Buddha statues all over and almost a cave like area with a large stone Buddha. Lovely trees, plants and flowers surround ponds as you begin the walk up. hundreds of different bells all with a different tone are on each level. When you get to the top there is even more lovely Buddha statues inside! Not to mention stunning 360 views at the very top! This really is an often overlooked treasure and shouldn't be missed!
Written February 8, 2020
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WJKCG
Oslo, Norway71 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Outside the main route for tempel sightseeing, Wat Saket is less crowded than the other big temples in the Old city of Bangkok, but no less interesting. The way up the hill is decorated with bells to beat for fortune and health and the view from the top is great. On the way down, we found the history of the tempel as a place for the many dead bodies killed by cholera and hence the vultures who came to stay at the temple. We also found a nice exhibition of old Buddhist text in a specially built cave. Well worth a stop.
Written February 16, 2020
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Cole Chua
Singapore, Singapore133 contributions
Jun 2022
Just by costing you 100baht from Pratunam to Wat Saket, and 100baht levy cost to enter in order to reach the top to enjoy the scenery. About 300+ steps to arrive at the top however in between the exhausting hiking journey, there is a cafe for you to sit and rest.
If you are visiting Bangkok, definitely this is one of the landmarks where worth a visit.
If you are visiting Bangkok, definitely this is one of the landmarks where worth a visit.
Written July 14, 2022
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Delaney
Singapore, Singapore222 contributions
Apr 2020
I'd call this experience a hike up to the temple perched atop the hill. It was a good exercise as well as good vantage point for some views in Bangkok. Had fun also chiming the bells as I walked along the steps- it is said to bring and increase fortune so hit and chime away!
Written May 30, 2020
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Dan
41 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Enjoyed the view of the city from the top. Especially at sunset. It took 50 year to build amd on the top, Buddha relic was enshrined. Admission fee is only 50 baht. By the way, you need to dress properly with long pants or skirt with knee lenght for women. Shirts that cover shoulders.
Written February 14, 2020
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Vinicius
Brasilia, DF1 contribution
It will be open on February 9, 2020 (Makha Bucha)?
RDHappytimes
Gateshead, UK235 contributions
I would say yes, we were there in February 2019, it's a lovely special place. From the top you can see other places you will find amazing to visit too. Enjoy : )
Michelle J
London, UK47 contributions
We are thinking of visiting the Golden Mount late afternoon or at sunset, can anyone tell me what time does the Golden Mount Close or if there is a closing time please? Many Thanks.
음식유목민
Seoul, South Korea1,797 contributions
5 pm
Selena P
3 contributions
There seems to be mixed info on price - is it free or 50baht?
postscript65
Hermanus, South Africa1,124 contributions
The 50 baht ticket is for the complete Golden Mount experience. The money goes towards rebuilding the mount foundations and other maintenance. The ticket is valid all day so you can go back in the evening. Depending on your time availability allow 2/3 hours to thoroughy explore and absorb the atmosphere. From the summit you can take in the original old city. Personally I found it most memorable and wish I had visited previously.
iggie01
Banbury, UK123 contributions
How easy is it to get to? We are staying at The Rembrandt I. June and this is one place I would like to see. Last year we did the Temples and Grand Palace. Thank in advance
Snapyhappy
Australia24 contributions
Taxi is the easy way, but I went on a Klong boat, you can walk to Asok as mentioned or get the MRT to National Stadium and then it is only a 300m or so walk to the Hua Chang boat stop at Chaloemla 56 bridge. The stop is on the Stadium side.
friendlybob
Plainfield, NJ250 contributions
How can you visit The Golden Mount (Wat Saket) at sunset if it closes at 5pm? Or are the outside grounds open later? If so, when does the outside close?
Gastronomist51
Ontario, Canada40 contributions
Wat Saket is open daily from 8:00 AM until 7:00 PM. This opening time was printed on the ticket.
IainNorthernIreland
Derry, UK529 contributions
I've been to Golden Mount but didn't pay much attention to what was at ground level. Going back later this month, will have a family member who won't be fit to climb stairs. Is there a cafe or similar at the ground level where she can stay while we go up?
Teija S
Vantaa, Finland91 contributions
Hi Iain, ground level has nice seats with cooling steam. Cant remember if there was cafe.
Martina M
Parma, Italy37 contributions
Hello! Could anybody tell me what is the closing time of Wat Saket? There is so much conflicting info around, and a precise answer would be much appreciated!
Thank you in advance for your help,
Martina
JoanneTorino
Torino190 contributions
Frankly said, I don't know exactly. I suppose 5pm. Enjoy!
Hi I’m kenny how can I get to wat saket from siam bats.thank for advices
Paul-Eric
Nijmegen, The Netherlands158 contributions
You can use all kinds of transport s.a. TukTuk, public bus (funny!) or by motor cycle. There is also a nice walk along the canal Rob Krung. You will encounter many salesman.
Just about everything in Bangkok can be reached by TukTuk, just negotiate a good price in advance.
Have fun!
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