Bureau of the Royal Household
A working royal government office inside the Grand Palace walls, not a sight you line up for.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 08:30–15:30
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Details
- Phone
- +66 2 623 5499
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
This is an administrative office, not an attraction, and it helps to know that before you go looking for it. The Bureau handles the affairs of the Thai Royal Family and sits inside the Grand Palace complex on Na Phra Lan Road, which is why most people who mention it were really there for Wat Phra Kaew and wandered a little further along.
That wandering is the point, though. The stretches around the palace walls are quieter than the temple courtyards, and reviewers keep coming back to the same thing, that late afternoon and early evening out here is genuinely pleasant, good for a slow walk or a jog once the heat drops. If you've done the temple and your feet still work, keep going rather than heading straight for a taxi. Just be aware you're sharing the road with traffic, and there's not much sidewalk to hide on in places.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Bureau of the Royal Household, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 1 minThe Temple of The Emerald Buddha Museum (Wat Phra Keo Museum)Temples & Culture · 70 m · 4.6★
- 1 minDusit Maha Prasat Throne HallTemples & Culture · 100 m · 4.9★
- 1 minChakri Maha Prasat Throne HallTemples & Culture · 110 m · 4.6★
- 2 minRoyal Hall of Piman RattayaTemples & Culture · 140 m · 4.6★
- 2 minThe Grand PalaceTemples & Culture · 150 m · 4.6★
- 3 minWat Phra KaewTemples & Culture · 220 m · 4.7★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Bureau of the Royal Household, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
It's very beautiful...the atmosphere around the walls is great in the evening...perfect for walking and jogging...but you have to watch out for cars...😁
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พระบรมมหาราชวัง 1 Na Phra Lan Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
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Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall

Chakri Maha Prasat Throne Hall

Royal Hall of Piman Rattaya
Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
Go Early Morning
Big-name temples are dramatically less crowded in the first hour after opening. You'll also avoid the worst of the midday heat and get softer light for photos.
Bureau of the Royal Household: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bureau of the Royal Household worth visiting?
Bureau of the Royal Household holds a 4.3★ rating from 55 Google reviews — a strong rating for temples & culture in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Bureau of the Royal Household?
Bureau of the Royal Household is typically open 08:30–15:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Bureau of the Royal Household?
The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).
Where is Bureau of the Royal Household located?
Bureau of the Royal Household is at พระบรมมหาราชวัง 1 Na Phra Lan Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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