Wat Ratchabophit Sathitmahasimaram Ratchaworawihan
Ornate 19th-century Buddhist temple with a colorful tiled exterior & a cemetery for Thai royalty.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Wat Ratchabophit Sathitmahasimaram Ratchaworawihan, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
This complex is jaw dropping!!! Truly an amazing sight with all of the intricate tile work. It is quite peaceful here; we watched the monks pray … We really like how the grounds are taken care of … it is so beautiful. The contrast between the ultra white architecture and the colorful architecture is striking.
Mostly empty and free temple 🫶🏻 underrated place for sure.🙏 We visited this place on tuesday around 2pm and the temple was almost empty, mostly Thai and few tourists. You can take nice pictures and it really is a calming place. I think you could also just sit here and read a book or something.
We accidentally ran into this temple. So beautiful and chill, i think we were the only visitors there in a middle of a day. It’s for free. No thousands of tourists. It’s extremely beautiful.
Location Info
2 Thanon Fueang Nakhon, แขวง วัดราชบพิธ Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailandwww.facebook.com/WatRajabopit2412/Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
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.
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.
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Location Info
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
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