Bangkok Phra Nakhon Walking Tour with Wat Suthat

Discovering Bangkok's temples and history is just one part of this walking tour. You'll see unexplored corners of the city and delve right into local culture as you navigate Wat Saket, Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing'.

Highlights:

• Small group guided walking tour with maximum eight guests
• Climb 344 steps to one of Bangkok's most important temples
• Admire the murals of Wat Suthat temple and chedi of Wat Saket
• Uncover a lesser-known side of Bangkok and its Buddhist shrines
• Expert local guide with an unrivaled knowledge of Bangkok

Includes:

• Hotel pick-up (selected hotels)
• Guide
• Admission fees
• Insurance
• Coffee or tea

Please note: Children 2-11 years old.

Prasit, one of our local guides, says, The 37 golden spires of Loha Prasat represent the 37 requisites of enlightenment. These are stages in Buddhist teachings that must be achieved before attaining enlightenment.'

Kick off at the temple of Wat Ratchanatdaram, best known for Loha Prasat, one of the few bronze-roofed palaces in the world. Then you'll visit the Golden Mount, just a short walk away, where you'll find Wat Saket. Climb the 344 steps up the golden chedi for views over old Bangkok. Prasit adds, Wat Saket is an important landmark that sits on the only hill in Bangkok, and it holds great significance for all followers of The Lord Buddha. The stairs are long but they take you up to the top for panoramic views of Rattanakosin Island.'

Then, it's on to the Giant Swing or Sao Ching Cha and Wat Suthat, one of the most important temples from the Rattanakosin era. Prasit says, Wat Suthat is my favourite temple. It stands out because the interior is richly decorated with murals of Thai life and faith. In the centre, above statues of praying monks, sits a giant golden Buddha.' After our visit, we'll have a coffee break before pressing on to San Chao Pho Suea, the Tiger God Shrine'. And lastly, we'll walk to Ratchadamnoen Klang Road to end the tour.