⛩️ Temples & Culture
Bangkok
Wat Phra Kaew
4.6(85,000 reviews)
Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is one of Bangkok's most iconic landmarks. Located within the Grand Palace complex, it houses the revered Emerald Buddha statue carved from a single block of jade.
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