Temple of the Dawn (Wat Arun) Tours and Activities

Discover the best that Bangkok has to offer on this full-day private tour of the city. Visit all of the must-see attractions such as the Grand Palace, Chinatown, the vibrant flower market, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and much more. Learn about the city’s rich history, religion, and culture from your informative guide as you drive around Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

This customizable private tour showcases the best of Bangkok and beyond. Follow your personal guide through some of the city's top attractions, including Wat Arun Grand Palace, and the Floating Market. Explore some of Bangkok's most vibrant neighborhoods, sample local cuisine (own expense), and wander the shops and sites with a local who offers insight and information along the way.

Get views of Bangkok illuminated for the evening while enjoying a buffet dinner on this evening cruise on the Chao Phraya River. You are able to view and photograph Bangkok landmarks such as the Grand Palace and the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) from the vantage point of the river. Dig in to the buffet of Thai and international dishes while enjoying live music.

A Bangkok river cruise is a luxurious way to view main attractions—including the Grand Palace and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)—illuminated at night. During your Chao Phraya River dinner cruise, feast on a buffet of authentic Thai dishes while watching the lit-up city skyline pass by. Relax as the live band provides the ambiance.

Combine a visit from Bangkok to Ayutthaya—the UNESCO-listed ancient capital of Siam—with a riverboat trip on the Chao Phraya River. An informative guide highlights Thailand’s fascinating history as you explore Ayutthaya temples, stone ruins and Buddha statues in the old capital of Thailand, which was ransacked by invading Burmese in the 18th century. This full-day tour includes lunch and returns you to Bangkok by boat.

Explore Bangkok’s most important cultural sights on a half-day private tour of the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Traimit. Learn about the country’s royal heritage as you explore the palace, whose elaborate stepped roofs are the height of Siamese design. Visit the funeral and coronation halls, and see the sacred Buddha carved from solid jade. Circle the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho then stroll cool halls lined with hundreds of Buddha images. Continue to Wat Traimit to see a centuries-old golden Buddha, and leave an offering in the gleaming sanctuary.

Take an elegant cruise through the bustling city of Bangkok on this dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. Board the modern and luxurious boat and look out over the city’s modern and ancient architecture that blends temples, skyscrapers, markets, and a royal palace. Dine on Western, Thai, and even Japanese dishes while watching a live, traditional Thai performance.

If you're planning a short stay in Bangkok, make the most of your visit with a private tour to the Thai capital’s most important temples and palaces. The sprawling city can be overwhelming to navigate, but a personal driver and guide takes the stress out of getting around so you can easily fit in stops at the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, an amulet market, and other must-see landmarks.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ayutthaya is a must-visit day trip destination from Bangkok. This tour is the easy way to get there as you won’t have to worry about catching a bus on your own. You’ll spend a whole day touring the archaeological sites, palaces, and temples of the former capital of Thailand. The tour includes a delicious lunch and a river cruise back to Bangkok.

This private half-day guided tour of Bangkok's gilded temples and royal palaces showcases the stunning architecture, rich culture and ancient history of this popular destination. Follow a local guide to the iconic Grand Palace, then venture to Wat Pho and Wat Traimit. Lunch, admission, and transport are included.

Customize your sightseeing itinerary in Bangkok with options for a half- or full-day tour by public or private transportation. Popular destinations include Chinatown, The Grand Palace, and Wat Arun on the Chao Phraya River, or you can venture out to attractions such as Damnoen Saduak Floating Market or Chatuchak Weekend Market. With your own private guide you can easily plan a day suited to your interests.

Explore Bangkok with your very own tour guide during this full-day tour. Customize your own itinerary and visit Bangkok’s main attractions and some hidden gems. See the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Wat Pho, the floating market and much more and get around using the city’s incredible public transport system. Experience Bangkok like a local and discover the best the city has to offer.

Instead of scouring travel websites looking for dinner options, save time and combine dinner with some sightseeing – from a sleek cruise on the Chao Phraya River. Enjoy a buffet dinner with dishes from all over the world as you cruise past Bangkok after dark. Take stunning photos of Wat Arun, Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace all lit up, or just sit back and enjoy a cultural performance and live music while you eat.

See Bangkok from the water while enjoying traditional Thai food and performances on this luxury dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. A dinner cruise is ideal for food lovers, a date night, and photographers who want to capture the glittering skyline, plus it is the perfect way to escape Bangkok’s crowded streets and get a unique perspective of many of the city’s top attractions.

See the city of Bangkok while docked at Laem Cha Bang Port during this full-day, guided, private tour that explores the temples of this bustling city. Arrive in the downtown in your private, air-conditioned van and walk into the Temple of the Emerald Buddha where a message reclining Buddha statue resides. See the iconic Temple of the Dawn and red-peaked Marble Temple before heading back to port.

A great choice for first-time visitors to Bangkok, this tour touches on the city’s most revered temples. First, visit the Grand Palace, which was home to Thailand’s royal family until 1925. Next up: Wat Phra Kaew, (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which is considered the most important temple in Thailand. You’ll also take a boat ride to the Temple of Dawn.

See a different view of the Bangkok skyline on a riverboat cruise along the Chao Phraya River. This dinner excursion takes you away from the noise and traffic of Bangkok’s crowded streets and lets you relax in a tranquil environment as you cruise through the city and take in the sites along the way.

Visit the magnificent Grand Palace and Temple of Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho (Temple of Reclining Buddha) and Wat Benchamabophit (Marble Temple). Enjoy sightseeing on your private canal tour in Bangkok by long tail boat or small boat suit for elderly, view the landmark of Bangkok including Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) and many beautiful temples while on the boat. Have an optional lunch at the local restaurant. Learn the beautiful Thai culture and history with your personal tour guide. Return to your cruise ship at Laem Chabang port with your tour guide.

Bangkok is full of beautiful temples, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of which to visit first. This convenient city tour visits three must-see temples—Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun—as well as other city sights such as markets and ethnic minority neighborhoods. This is a great tour for first-time visitors to Bangkok as you’ll learn all about the culture and religion of Thailand.

Experience Bangkok in the evening from the comfort of a Chao Phraya River cruise with a delicious buffet dinner of Thai and international dishes. Get great views of monuments along the river including Wat Arun and the Grand Palace, and watch the city light up for the night. Your cruise includes musical entertainment, and the option to upgrade for private or shared round-trip transfers from your hotel.

Discover the many different sides to Bangkok with a private tour that lets you explore at your own pace. Admire landmarks including the Temple of the Golden Buddha, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, and the Temple of Dawn; experience local life as you browse the Pak Klong Talad flower market and stroll around Chinatown; and cruise along the Chao Phraya River on a long-tail boat. Stop along the way to enjoy a typical Thai lunch and relax with a traditional reflexology foot massage.

See more of Bangkok with a private guide who makes it easy to take in the top attractions of the bustling Thai capital in one day. Skip the confusion of navigating a large unfamiliar city as your guide takes you to the Grand Palace, several famous temples, the historical Chinatown district and more. Includes lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the rich history, fascinating architecture, and iconic buildings of Ayutthaya, an ancient royal capital. Visit the former royal residence at Bang Pa-In Palace, marvel at the Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet temples, and cruise the waters of Chao Phraya River while enjoying a delicious lunch. - Full day exploring UNESCO-listed former capital of Ayutthaya - Ancient Buddha statue encased in a tree at Wat Mahathat - Former Thai royal summer residence at Bang Pa-In Palace - Visit to the historic ancient temple of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet - Delicious buffet lunch on a boat along Chayo Praya River

Combine sightseeing, a delicious dinner, and a memorable evening out with this dinner cruise along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River. Experience the night lights of Bangkok without having to worry about getting stuck in the city’s notorious traffic. Listen to traditional music and watch a cultural performance as you dine. This is an ideal activity for a romantic evening.