Most reviewed Buddhist temples in Bangkok, Thailand to visit (Updated April, 2024)

Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan

Buddhist temple

Monumental Buddhist temple right on the river, with an iconic, ornately tiled central prang (spire).

4.60 (35.9K reviews) (~1.1 km from centre)

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha

Buddhist temple

On the grounds of the Grand Palace, this sacred temple is renowned for its Emerald Buddha.

4.70 (33.5K reviews) (~0.14 km from centre)

Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan

Buddhist temple

Large landmark temple offering serene grounds with a giant reclining Buddha, historic art & statues.

4.60 (30.1K reviews) (~0.68 km from centre)

Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan (Golden Buddha)

Buddhist temple

This historic temple features a gilded exterior, exhibitions & a massive golden statue of Buddha.

4.60 (20K reviews) (~2.71 km from centre)

Wat Mangkon Kamalawat (Wat Leng Noei Yi)

Buddhist temple

Chinese Buddhist temple with numerous courtyards & passageways, known for its New Year's festival.

4.60 (13.3K reviews) (~2.01 km from centre)

Paknam Phasi Charoen Temple

Buddhist temple

Vast Buddhist temple complex featuring a towering stupa & numerous stone & glass sculptures.

4.70 (8K reviews) (~4.23 km from centre)

Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaram

Buddhist temple

Ornate temple constructed of white Italian marble & featuring a mix of European & Thai design.

4.60 (7.8K reviews) (~2.72 km from centre)

Wat Hua Lamphong

Buddhist temple

Monks reside at this royal Buddhist temple with ornate details & a colorful, chandelier-lit hall.

4.40 (7.8K reviews) (~4.47 km from centre)

Wat Suthat Thepwararam Ratchaworamahawihan

Buddhist temple

Ornate 19th-century Buddhist temple, famed for its 20-m. red teak Giant Swing & 8 m. bronze Buddha.

4.70 (6.7K reviews) (~0.84 km from centre)

Saket Temple (The Golden Mount)

Buddhist temple

Ayutthaya-era (1350-1767) Buddhist temple & pilgrimage site commanding extensive city views.

4.70 (4.5K reviews) (~1.42 km from centre)

Wat Rakhang Kositaram Woramahawihan

Buddhist temple

Buddhist complex on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, with large gilded bells & ornate temples.

4.60 (4.4K reviews) (~0.87 km from centre)

Yannawa Temple

Buddhist temple

Founded during the Ayutthaya era, this Buddhist temple's viharn was modeled after a Chinese junk.

4.50 (4.1K reviews) (~4.49 km from centre)

Wat Pathum Wanaram Rachaworawihan

Buddhist temple

Temple compound with gardens, an open pavilion, a reconstructed crematorium & monks' quarters.

4.60 (4K reviews) (~4.75 km from centre)

The Reclining Buddha

Buddhist temple

👍 "Temple is closed" is a SCAM! "Helpful" people around the temple will say the temple is closed or will open later are scams. Just smile, nod and keep walking. They work in groups and others including tuk tuk drivers may agree that it is closed. If they are not in uniform, don't believe anyone. Only...

4.70 (4K reviews) (~0.69 km from centre)