Best places: Things to dos in Phra Nakhon District, Thailand

Small shrine housing the revered "city pillar" erected when Siam's capital moved to Bangkok in 1782.

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

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

Bronze equestrian statue dedicated to King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), who ruled from 1853–1910.

Buddhist temple complex, home to a Loha Prasat, known as the "metal castle" for its 37 iron spires.

Iconic, grassy city park serving as the site of occasional community & royal events.

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

Centuries-old Siamese treasures, weapons & royal antiques displayed in 18th-century palace halls.

Decorative museum with multimedia exhibits on the Rattanakosin Era, plus a coffee shop & a library.

Landmark monument in the form of a tall, scarlet frame, overlooking a 19th-century Buddhist temple.

This ancient royal Buddhist temple with a reliquary is home to a university & meditation center.

👍👍 Beautiful park recently reopened. Was part of the Krungthep (Bangkok) walking tour by GuruWalk on April 26, 2022. (Our excellent guide Swai is pictured.) Wat Bowon Niwet is near.

Museum dedicated to Thailand's King Rama VII with exhibits on his personal & political life.

👍👍 📍The pa-thi-nang-chak-kee-ma-ha-pa-sat building was constructed in the reign of king rama the fifth, to commemorate the centenary of the Chak-kri dynasty. It was designed in Renaissance style, with pure Thai style roof, or the nickname as "The Westerner with Thai hat". On the second hall. there is...

Built in 1782, this ornate royal palace complex now houses a museum & is open to visitors.

Marble tiles, gilded teak & vivid mosaics at a grand 19th-century temple & royal monastery complex.

Riverfront green space offering grassy areas, a playground, exercise equipment & monuments.

👍👍 Went to visit on Saturday 9 March 2024. From the search it was found that Siriraj has 3 museum areas: - Siriraj Pimukhsthan Museum - Siriraj Medical Museum - Anatomical Museum - Congdon We only visited one place. The museum is divided into 3 buildings. 1 The main building was originally a fort in...

Buddhist temple built for King Mongkut in the 1800s, decorated with crown symbols & paintings.

👍👍 Nice coffee shop with cool concept - it’s clean, simple & artistic. The light is just right, perfect for taking picture. Drink is nice, reasonable price with cool decoration! The staffs are lovely too!