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Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan
⛩️ Temples & Culture
Ayutthaya

Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan

4.7(21,814 reviews)

Built by the river in 1324, this ornate temple complex features an enormous, gilded sitting Buddha.

Location Info

2, Tambon Kamang, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Chang Wat Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
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+66 35 243 867
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Opening Hours
Monday08:00-17:00
Tuesday08:00-17:00
Wednesday08:00-17:00
Thursday08:00-17:00
Friday08:00-17:00
Saturday07:00-17:30
Sunday07:00-17:30

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: August – October (flooding risk)

Rainy season

June – October

Avg. temperature

22°C – 38°C(72°F – 100°F)

Crowds

Moderate

Peak: November – February

Getting there

Train from Bangkok Hua Lamphong (~1.5 hrs, very cheap). Minivan from Bangkok's Mo Chit (~1.5 hrs). Day trip by car from Bangkok is easy.

Getting around

  • •Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins)
  • •Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate)
  • •Motorbike rental
  • •Boat tours on the river