A Week in Bangkok: Exploring Temples and Tasting Delights

Julia Naranjo

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through Bangkok, Thailand, discovering magnificent temples and savoring delicious cuisine. Join me as I delve into the rich cultural heritage of this vibrant city.

Trip to Bangkok

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$155

Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan (Loha Prasat)

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$11

8 - 12 min

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Wat Suthat Thepwararam Ratchaworamahawihan

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

12 - 17 min

Directions

หมายขายดี

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$57

1 - 2 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$75

Day 2

$166

$ 4

Wat Mangkon Kamalawat (Wat Leng Noei Yi)

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$11

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

13 - 16 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$11

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$63

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$69

Day 3

$164

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$11

15 - 18 min

Directions

Wat Ratchabophit Sathitmahasimaram Ratchaworawihan

Ornate 19th-century Buddhist temple with a colorful tiled exterior & a cemetery for Thai royalty.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$75

5 - 8 min

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Ranee's Velo Restaurant (รานีส์เวโล เรสเตอรองต์)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$66

Day 4

$164

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$11

15 - 18 min

Directions

Ornate 19th-century Buddhist temple with a colorful tiled exterior & a cemetery for Thai royalty.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$75

5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$66

Day 5

$113

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$11

15 - 18 min

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Calm Buddhist temple, built in 1825, with a massive seated Buddha statue & an oversize bronze bell.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

6 - 8 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$45

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$45

Day 6

$140

$ 12

Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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13 - 16 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

12 - 15 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$11

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

5 - 6 min

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Siangki Khaotompla (เซี่ยงกี่ ข้าวต้มปลา)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 7

$131

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$11

8 - 10 min

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Buddhist temple & monastery that has educated princes & holds statues dating to the 13th century.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$63

5 - 8 min

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Koh Lanta Pizzeria (เกาะลันตา พิซเซอเรีย)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$45

Budget breakdown: $1073 In total

Activities & Food:$1030

Transport:$43