Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ
A Chinese-Vietnamese temple in a riverside park, quiet most days, but mind the dogs.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 08:00–18:00
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 34 511 521
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Chinese-style architecture is the reason to come here, and it genuinely doesn't look like anything else in Kanchanaburi. Red and gold, layered roofs, one building that reviewers keep comparing to a scaled-down Temple of Heaven in Beijing. The Vietnamese name, Chùa Khánh Thọ, hints at the mixed heritage. There's a big hall with a large Buddha statue, several smaller buildings, and a park with a river running past it and space to sit for a while. Crowds are thin, which is the point.
Go inside the halls. A few people who rated the place lower still said the interiors are as good as the exteriors, and it's easy to walk the grounds and never open a door. Entry is free and you can drive around the compound rather than park and walk. If your dates line up with Vesak Day, the place fills with local worshippers and takes on a different character entirely.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Reviews from Google
Really nice park in which Wat Thaworn Wararam is located. This Chinese style temple is unique compared to other temples in Thailand. There are several buildings. One of which is a huge hall with a big statue and another building which made me think of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, but a smaller version. The park is very calm and relax with a river flowing past it and enough space to sit and relax.
Very peaceful temple/park with very less people. 10 mins walk to skywalk kanchanaburi too. Free entry
Huge Chinese temple. Very nice big statues and beautiful decorations all over the temple area. BEWARE there are many dogs here and not all of them are friendly. I would not recommend you take your kids here as a tourist. If you do decide to go, remember to go inside the temples as they are just as beautiful on the inside as on the outside
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3, Tambon Ban Nuea, Amphoe Mueang Kanchanaburi, Chang Wat Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand
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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.
Questions about Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ
Is Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ worth visiting?
Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ holds a 4.4★ rating from 286 Google reviews.
What are the opening hours of Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ?
Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ is typically open 08:00–18:00. The full day-by-day schedule is in the location info on this page, and hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ?
The best months to visit Kanchanaburi are November to February, with the most reliable weather. The busiest times are November to February, and going early in the day usually means fewer people. The times to think twice about are April to May (extreme heat).
Where is Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ located?
Wat Thaworn Wararam/Chùa Khánh Thọ is at 3, Tambon Ban Nuea, Amphoe Mueang Kanchanaburi, Chang Wat Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand, in Kanchanaburi. The usual ways to get around Kanchanaburi are bicycle rental (town is flat) and motorbike rental.
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