01 / SightseeingGrand Palace / Wat Phra Kaew
The Grand Palace is the ceremonial heart of Bangkok's Rattanakosin history.
From Khaosan: Walk about 20 minutes via Sanam Luang, or take a river boat from Phra Arthit to Tha Chang (N9).
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THE KHAOSAN EXPLORER / 12 PLACES
Sightseeing from Khaosan.
Royal landmarks, temples and Old Town walks. Browse a quick route to each place, then open its full guide and map.
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02 / SightseeingWat Arun
Wat Arun rises from the west bank of the Chao Phraya with a porcelain-clad central prang.
From Khaosan: Reach Tha Tien by river boat when served, then cross to Wat Arun on the local ferry; check the pier and line before boarding.
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03 / SightseeingWat Pho
Wat Pho is known for its monumental Reclining Buddha and a temple complex full of colourful chedis, courtyards and traditional Thai art.
From Khaosan: Take a boat toward Tha Tien (N8) when served and walk a few minutes, or use a taxi; walking from Khaosan is also possible.
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04 / SightseeingWat Saket
Wat Saket's Golden Mount rises above the low-rise Old Town.
From Khaosan: Walk about 20 minutes toward the Golden Mount, or take a short taxi or tuk-tuk.
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05 / SightseeingWat Traimit
Wat Traimit houses the Golden Buddha, an extraordinary solid-gold image in a richly decorated temple near Chinatown.
From Khaosan: Travel from Sam Yot MRT to Wat Mangkon, then walk into Chinatown, or use the river boat toward Ratchawong.
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06 / SightseeingWat Benchamabophit
The Marble Temple blends Thai rooflines with pale Italian marble and an orderly courtyard.
From Khaosan: Take a taxi or Grab from Khaosan; allow roughly 15–25 minutes depending on traffic.
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07 / SightseeingGiant Swing / Wat Suthat
The vivid red Giant Swing stands before Wat Suthat, one of Bangkok's major royal temples.
From Khaosan: Walk about 20–25 minutes through the Old Town, or take a short taxi.
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08 / SightseeingLoha Prasat
Loha Prasat is a rare multi-tiered metal-spired structure within Wat Ratchanatdaram.
From Khaosan: Walk around 15–20 minutes to Wat Ratchanatdaram near Ratchadamnoen Avenue.
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09 / SightseeingWat Mahathat
Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit is an active Buddhist temple near the Grand Palace and Thammasat University.
From Khaosan: Walk about 15 minutes past Sanam Luang toward the riverside temple.
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10 / SightseeingErawan Shrine
The Erawan Shrine is a compact, energetic place of worship in the Ratchaprasong shopping district.
From Khaosan: Walk to Panfa Leelard for the canal boat to Pratunam, then continue toward Chit Lom; a taxi is traffic dependent.
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11 / SightseeingWat Prayoon
Wat Prayoon sits on the Thonburi side near Memorial Bridge.
From Khaosan: Take a river service toward Memorial Bridge (N6) where available, then cross or walk; a taxi is simpler off-peak.
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12 / SightseeingSanta Cruz Church / Kudeejeen
Santa Cruz Church anchors Kudeejeen, a historic riverside neighbourhood shaped by Portuguese, Chinese and Thai communities.
From Khaosan: Travel by river toward Tha Tien, cross to Thonburi, then walk around 10–15 minutes.
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