Temples · Bangkok
Wat Phra Kaew
วัดพระแก้ว
Thailand's most sacred temple, inside the Grand Palace.
Address
Na Phra Lan Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon
About
Home of the 66cm carved jade Emerald Buddha, reclothed by the King himself each season. Murals of the Ramakien epic line the 2km cloister. Visit is bundled with Grand Palace admission.
Best time to visit
Morning with the Grand Palace ticket
Tips
No photography inside the ordination hall. Sit, don't point your feet at the Buddha.
Tags
- Must see
- Royal
- Sacred