The Grand Palace
The Grand Palace
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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
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Established in 1782, this ceremonial residence of the Kings of Thailand features several magnificent buildings like the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Take your time to explore the imposing courtyards and visit the major landmarks within the Grand Palace complex. Visit the Queen Sirikit Museum, where you can view the stunning textiles on display. Don't miss Khon Performances—known as the Thailand's masked dance drama—at Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre.
You can take a guided tour to learn more about the palace’s magnificent history. Visitors are expected to keep their legs and shoulders covered in the complex.
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- AGSDLANeedham, Massachusetts33 contributionsStart early to avoid crowdsOn our first attempt, we arrived early afternoon and found the combination of a mid-90s temperature and thousands of swarming people unbearable. So we can came back at 8:30am the next morning and it was much easier. The whole complex is enormous. The buildings and ornamentation are intricate and often beautiful. The audio guide and map they give you (you pay extra for the audio) are useful, even if sometimes the map is a little difficult to follow. When you rent the audio guide they give you two hours to return it before an additional fee kicks in. We found that was plenty of time.Visited February 2024Travelled with friendsWritten February 10, 2024
- TSinParisParis, France2,234 contributionsOver-rated and Much Too CrowdedAs this is a 'must see' while in Bangkok we thought that we had to go there. But personally we could have skipped the visit and gone somewhere else. The place was jam packed, the guards shout at people and there are no signs or posters indicating what you are looking at. You can, however, get a free brochure with some explanations. But there are so many people that you cannot really enjoy anything and given the relatively hight price, there are many other temples and buildings in Thailand just as interesting and free and no crowds - so I was quite disappointed. Also, as other TA reviewers have noted, there are many scams outside - as we walked from our metro stop, several people told us that the palace was closed and that they could take us somewhere else. We just ignored them. Yes the buildings are nice to look at, but it felt much more like a Disneyland experience versus a cultural or religious one.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 10, 2024
- Vítor Diogo LeiteAveiro, Portugal164 contributionsVisit with GuideWe went to visit this place, we were not satisfied, due to the amount of people, the heat and the price - 250 Bath. I recommend anyone visiting to hire a guide to understand the whole story, it wasn't our case and we regret it. It should be noted that it is under constant maintenance.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 10, 2024
- Jouni LTurku, Finland1,130 contributionsWorth a visitBeautiful palace with many interesting buildings and a temple right next to the palace. You can visit the temple and palace during one visit. Decent clothing is required e.g., long trousers for men.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 11, 2024
- Aziz IsbakanPattaya, Thailand829 contributionsgrand palace bangkokYou cannot enter here with short trousers, you must have trousers. There is a store inside where 500thb salwar style trousers are sold. Short trousers are perceived as disrespectful. The interior is filled with many rooms with beautiful colored frescoes. There is a fee to enter.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten February 14, 2024
- elveteAixEnProvenceAix-en-Provence, France154 contributionsMandatory passageObligatory detour to the Grand Palace, where you can see the Emerald Buddha, the Royal Pantheon, stone and marble sculptures, the cloisters with the murals, the throne room, the belfry and so many other beautiful things! Visit Bangkok and not go to the Grand Palace. It's like going to Rome and not seeing the Pope.Visited February 2024Travelled with friendsWritten February 18, 2024
- Rajendra KKathmandu, Nepal70 contributionsMost visit place in BangkokVery good and amazing place. The place was very busy and crowded. lots of people were inside the place, which is good for them. But there was a problem with the english speaking guide. it would be very perfect if we could get english guide who can explain its history, culture and architucture of this place.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 21, 2024
- Tourist 8Trieste, Italy2,286 contributionsMandatory stopWhen you come to Bangkok, obviously a visit to the royal palace is on your agenda. 500 bats each for a somewhat distracting visit. There are both more or less legitimate guides and audio guides in different languages (not Italian), but few indications for those who have the pleasure of visiting independently. Still worth seeingVisited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 22, 2024
- MrMrsHappyRLiverpool, United Kingdom1,472 contributionsSo busyThis is a beautiful palace. Huge and guarded by long white walls. The really important thing here is this place gets absolutely full with people that there are huge queues and traffic. If you are traveling by coach or taxi it takes ages to get along the road to the temple. So get here very early!!Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 29, 2024
- Michael ULas Vegas, Nevada48,839 contributionsElaborateBuilt in 1782, The Grand Palace is amongst the most ornate structures in Bangkok, and across the extensive grounds guests will found countless buildings and temples including the Emerald Buddha. Typically crowded during peak times guests can expect to spend roughly two hours here depending on level of interest. Entry is 500 bhat as of 11/2023.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten March 3, 2024
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China22 contributions
Aug 2023
This is a very Thai cultural attraction. Those who are interested in Buddhism and Thai culture and history must go. But it is best to pay for someone to explain it, otherwise you will not understand it. The ticket office has explanations in multiple languages, including English, Japanese, French, etc. It closes at 4:30 pm and stops selling tickets at 3:30 pm. You should go early, and there are many attractions around it, so you can arrange to visit them together.

Written August 13, 2023
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laura h
Dorset, UK77 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
No visit to Bangkok is complete without a visit to the Grand Palace. The whole complex is absolutely beautiful with a range of different sections to visit.
The Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles which is located at the Ratsadakhorn-Bhibhathana Building inside the palace complex and holds beautiful outfits worn by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit along with very informative section about the different materials, designs with interactive areas too. The staff there are very pleasant and spend a long time sharing their knowledge with our children who asked questions.
The temple of the emerald buddha is beautiful and jaw dropping to think that it was carved from one piece of jade.
The reclining buddha is equally as impressive if a little busy.
The ticket price of 500bht also includes a trip to the theatre to enjoy some cultural dance. There is a complementary bus just outside the palace which takes you to the show (see times on the board by the payment desk) although you will need your own transport back.
Allow a good 2-3 hours to properly enjoy this site.
Top Tips:
Please dress conservatively as you are visiting a religious site. Men must have long trousers on and women must cover legs to below the knee. Clothing should be loose, so leave the skinny jeans or leggings at home. Shoulders should be covered too and footwear should ensure the foot is covered - no flip flops. If you are not you will be rightfully denied access or have to purchase the 'tourist elephant' pant or shirt.
You will have to remove your footwear prior to entering the temple and you can collect them on exiting. You can leave these on racks outside.
Arrive early to avoid the larger tourist groups.
Don't forget your camera.
The Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles which is located at the Ratsadakhorn-Bhibhathana Building inside the palace complex and holds beautiful outfits worn by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit along with very informative section about the different materials, designs with interactive areas too. The staff there are very pleasant and spend a long time sharing their knowledge with our children who asked questions.
The temple of the emerald buddha is beautiful and jaw dropping to think that it was carved from one piece of jade.
The reclining buddha is equally as impressive if a little busy.
The ticket price of 500bht also includes a trip to the theatre to enjoy some cultural dance. There is a complementary bus just outside the palace which takes you to the show (see times on the board by the payment desk) although you will need your own transport back.
Allow a good 2-3 hours to properly enjoy this site.
Top Tips:
Please dress conservatively as you are visiting a religious site. Men must have long trousers on and women must cover legs to below the knee. Clothing should be loose, so leave the skinny jeans or leggings at home. Shoulders should be covered too and footwear should ensure the foot is covered - no flip flops. If you are not you will be rightfully denied access or have to purchase the 'tourist elephant' pant or shirt.
You will have to remove your footwear prior to entering the temple and you can collect them on exiting. You can leave these on racks outside.
Arrive early to avoid the larger tourist groups.
Don't forget your camera.
Written April 19, 2024
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Socialtruant
Castelo Branco, Portugal158 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
This is one of those places where you must visit it simply to tick it off a list. Like seeing Big Ben in London, or The Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Don’t get me wrong, the condition and size of the gaudy buildings there is something to behold. But they are pretty much the same as every other gaudy monument in Thailand.
Also, I don't know if there is an age limit on this place, but there certainly should be one for children. Some of the art work on the walls is pretty gruesome and certainly shouldn't be viewed by under twelves.
At the time of writing, March 2024, some of the buildings were under covers while renovation work was being done. I seem to have a skill for going to places when they are being worked on!
So, some practical advice. Firstly, please don’t dress like a disrespectful tourist with your blurry tattoos on show. You will be forced into buying over priced sarongs and things to cover yourself up once inside.
Secondly. The place is not friendly to amateur photographers. There is a total ban on anything that looks even remotely professional, and tripods or even mono pods are not allowed. So, leave all your Canon L lenses and Sony G glass in your hotel room as they will not allow you in with it. If you have a Leica, then you can walk past the guards with a smug look on your face as they don’t look pro. Someone should really inform them about this! My little Ricoh GRiiix didn’t even get noticed.
Thirdly. There are very limited opportunities for food once inside, and even water is only available at a couple of points. So, it might be worth stocking up on something before you head inside.
Finally, like all tourist traps, it is bloody crowded. I went at 9am on a Monday morning and it was already heaving inside.
If you are in Bangkok and have never been to the Grand Palace, then you should go. But for the 500 Baht that it costs, I think there are better ways to spend the money. Entry to The Ancient City is only 700 Baht, and that place can easily take a whole day to explore, whereas this place is a two hour site at best.
Don’t get me wrong, the condition and size of the gaudy buildings there is something to behold. But they are pretty much the same as every other gaudy monument in Thailand.
Also, I don't know if there is an age limit on this place, but there certainly should be one for children. Some of the art work on the walls is pretty gruesome and certainly shouldn't be viewed by under twelves.
At the time of writing, March 2024, some of the buildings were under covers while renovation work was being done. I seem to have a skill for going to places when they are being worked on!
So, some practical advice. Firstly, please don’t dress like a disrespectful tourist with your blurry tattoos on show. You will be forced into buying over priced sarongs and things to cover yourself up once inside.
Secondly. The place is not friendly to amateur photographers. There is a total ban on anything that looks even remotely professional, and tripods or even mono pods are not allowed. So, leave all your Canon L lenses and Sony G glass in your hotel room as they will not allow you in with it. If you have a Leica, then you can walk past the guards with a smug look on your face as they don’t look pro. Someone should really inform them about this! My little Ricoh GRiiix didn’t even get noticed.
Thirdly. There are very limited opportunities for food once inside, and even water is only available at a couple of points. So, it might be worth stocking up on something before you head inside.
Finally, like all tourist traps, it is bloody crowded. I went at 9am on a Monday morning and it was already heaving inside.
If you are in Bangkok and have never been to the Grand Palace, then you should go. But for the 500 Baht that it costs, I think there are better ways to spend the money. Entry to The Ancient City is only 700 Baht, and that place can easily take a whole day to explore, whereas this place is a two hour site at best.
Written March 11, 2024
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zamrinz
Singapore383 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
This is a Must Visit place if you’re in Bangkok. The palace is majestic and huge and usually has lots of tourists from all over the world. Set aside at least half a day for you to tour this place. The architecture of the palace is amazing and do take lots of pics although some places you’re not allowed to especially inside the temple. You can buy the entrance tickets which cost THB500 for foreigners over the counter or thru its official website. Do take note to come early morning to avoid the afternoon sun as it can get very hot and humid. Wear light breathable clothing, hat/cap and long pants. No shorts/skirts. The turn off is the touting and scams that is going on outside the palace. Just ignore them and walk away. I had a memorable time here with my family 😊
Written September 30, 2024
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Haruto Asahi
Japan5 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
Absolutely worth a visit due to the history and beauty of the entire complex. It’s quite a long process to get in but the line goes quick. Many just go into the outside area and not in the palace itself but it’s worth it so pay the fee and go in. Entrance for non-Thai is THB 500 and free for Thai people. To get in, cover ankles and shoulders. They have clothes to rent if you forget but it’s best to just wear appropriate clothing. Once in, there are so many things to explore and take pictures of from the gorgeous statues, intricate tile work, murals that tell a thousand stories and a temple as well. Lastly, it’s usually very hit and crowded with many tour groups do just be patient and try to go at early as possible to beat at least some of the crowds.
Written September 23, 2023
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Kazi Md. Majharul Islam
Dhaka City, Bangladesh643 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
The view of the palace buildings in Thailand style architecture, all ornamented colorfully, right in the entrance, is just stunning and eye catching. People just kept taking pictures around, trying to find the best angle to catch the impressive view of the palaces, statues, columns and the towers.
The place was very crowded with many tour groups, each one with its own guide, all of them shouting quite loudly, to explain the characteristics of the buildings to their group.
The entrance fee is 500 baht.
When going back to the hotel, taxis around this place were asking abusive fixed price for the ride, much more expensive than when arrived there.
It is better to take a bus, in a bus stop near to the exit.
The place was very crowded with many tour groups, each one with its own guide, all of them shouting quite loudly, to explain the characteristics of the buildings to their group.
The entrance fee is 500 baht.
When going back to the hotel, taxis around this place were asking abusive fixed price for the ride, much more expensive than when arrived there.
It is better to take a bus, in a bus stop near to the exit.
Written March 17, 2024
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EvaHK
Madrid, Spain1,281 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
It is very nice and the part of the temples you visit is beautiful. The venue is not very large and the visit lasts Max 1.5h. The bad thing is, it's so full and everybody's taking pictures. We took an audio guide and either you're very focused following the order scrupulously or it's not worth it. If you want to hire a guide you have to do it before entering
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Written August 3, 2024
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rofernandeez
Inca, Spain21 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Reserve 3 hours to visit the grand palace and the different temples and museums. You will be able to understand a little more about the history of Thailand, its kingdoms, how the city was composed, the materials they used and how they made it.
It gets quite crowded, I recommend doing it first thing in the morning.
You must wear covered legs and arms (outside you will find people selling pants and shirts in case you don't have one).
Outside you will also find tour guides to hire (this was not our case).
500 bats/p the entrance, which you can buy right there at the door of the palace.
Inside some rooms you cannot take photos.
It gets quite crowded, I recommend doing it first thing in the morning.
You must wear covered legs and arms (outside you will find people selling pants and shirts in case you don't have one).
Outside you will also find tour guides to hire (this was not our case).
500 bats/p the entrance, which you can buy right there at the door of the palace.
Inside some rooms you cannot take photos.

Written December 10, 2023
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Giuseppe Cincindella
Rosyth, UK2,320 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
Your first reaction when u get into the walls is: Wow!! They could be the most beautiful buildings i have ever seen. A must see place in the centre of Bangkok, it was the King of Siam's residence. It's so beautiful and crowded you could easily spending many hours there. You must wear long trousers, I bought a pair of trousers near the Palace. The temple, the statues, the buildings very coloured and accurate eastern style particulars... it's worth the fair ticket
Written December 26, 2024
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Cynthia R
Ormond Beach, FL630 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
The Grand Palace offers amazingly adorned buildings and grounds. Please review the dress code prior, or you'll be buying trousers to cover legs or a shirt for shoulders. We toured on our own but guides and audio guides are available for a price. Your entry also includes a khon thai performance at the Royal Theater complete with free shuttle to and from. Show was worth 45 minutes!
Written November 6, 2024
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Hai, I would like to ask about Sala Chalemkrung. Is it possible to visit this theater on Feb 9 while visiting the Grand Palace on Feb 10? I noticed that on Feb 10 the theater is not performing. In the website it is said that the ticket is valid for 7 days.
Written February 3, 2024
Hi, I have no idea sorry. I'm just a traveller like yourself.
Written February 8, 2024
Hai, I would like to ask about Sala Chalemkrung. Is it possible to visit this theater on Feb 9 while visiting the Grand Palace on Feb 10? I noticed that on Feb 10 the theater is not performing. In the website it is said that the ticket is valid for 7 days.
Written February 3, 2024
what time does the bus leave for the dance show after the grand palace tour
Written December 15, 2023
it doesnt leave you are trapped there forever so please enjoy the mini bar
Written January 4, 2024
what time does the bus leave for the dance show?
Written December 15, 2023
Dont really know but i think they have some sequence
Written December 22, 2024
We will be visiting in July and have children and senior citizens. So walking a lot is not favourable. Along with Emarald Buddha What else to be seen strictly?
Written May 31, 2023
The Grand palace is a huge area and walking to see any of it is required. Perhaps you could see if wheel chairs are available, although pushing one in the heat might be an issue. As mentioned by others, the Reclining Budda might be a better option.
We walked to the river from the exit and I believe it took about 10 minutes for us, we are in our 60's.
Written June 1, 2023
As a foreigner, would it be a big deal if we tried to go ourselves or highly recommended to book a tour? What’s the best time to go?
Written December 14, 2022
We did ourselves is we were completely fine
Written December 17, 2023
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?
Written May 6, 2020
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.
Written May 7, 2020
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
Written March 15, 2020
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...
Written March 16, 2020
What is the current scenario for tourists in Thailand after the outbreak of Coronavirus? Is it still safe to visit there? (Feb 2020)
Written February 17, 2020
Yes it is, wear a mask if you want extra protection
Written February 23, 2020
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