Church
Immaculate Conception Church
- Hours
- Exact visitor hours are unconfirmed; the interior is generally open only during Mass and church festivals, while the exterior remains accessible at other times.
- How to visit
- Dress respectfully and speak quietly in the church and cemetery. Avoid close identifiable photos of grave names or portraits unless permission is given.
- Hours
- About 30 min
Why it is worth the detour
The oldest Catholic church in Thailand, with a history of serving refugees.
The Immaculate Conception Church in Bangkok is the oldest Catholic church in Thailand, originally built by Portuguese missionaries in the 17th century. It has a rich history of serving as a refuge for Cambodian and Vietnamese communities.
What else is close by
The nearest places we have written up, with straight-line distance from here.
1.1 km
Bank of Thailand Museum
The museum is best known for its extensive collection of ancient Thai coins and banknotes.
1.2 km
Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall
A royal reception hall in Bangkok's Dusit Palace, known for its Italian Renaissance and neoclassical architecture.
1.7 km
Wat Benchamabophit
The Marble Temple, renowned for its stunning architecture and blend of Thai and European styles.
1.7 km
Phra Sumen Fort
Phra Sumen Fort is known for being one of the two remaining original forts from the reign of King Rama I in Bangkok.
Walk it with the stories
This address is one stop among many. Our routes and quests link them into a walk that makes sense on the ground.