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Phra Racha Wang Derm (Thonburi Palace)
⛩️ Temples & Culture
Bangkok

Phra Racha Wang Derm (Thonburi Palace)

4.6(763 reviews)

Palace of King Taksin from the 1700s, plus 2 Chinese-style residences & a whale's head shrine.

Location Info

Opening Hours
Monday08:30-16:00
Tuesday08:30-16:00
Wednesday08:30-16:00
Thursday08:30-16:00
Friday08:30-16:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: April – May (peak heat)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)

Crowds

Very High

Peak: December & January

Getting there

Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.

Getting around

  • BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
  • MRT Metro (underground)
  • Airport Rail Link (ARL)
  • Chao Phraya Express Boat
  • Grab (ride-hailing app)
  • Metered taxis — always use the meter