A spectacular 18th century palace and former home to the Thai Royal Family. Exquisite buildings decorated in mosaic, painted ceramic and carved statues bring thousands of tourists to the complex each day. Also within the complex is Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, said to be the most sacred Buddhist relic in Thailand.
Within the palace grounds is a complex of buildings including administrative offices, ceremonial halls, and pavilions. While the palace is no longer home to the Royal Family, some buildings are still used for royal ceremonies and official events.
Insider Tips For Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
Visitors must adhere to a very strict dress code requiring shoulders and knees to be covered. T-shirts and long pants can be purchased on site if needed.
The Grand Palace is one of Bangkok’s most popular tourist attractions so expect long queues and dense crowds.
While the ticket office closes at 3:30pm, the grounds close at 4:30pm.