Church
Wat Pathum Wanaram
- Mon
- 08:00–17:00
- Tue
- 08:00–17:00
- Wed
- 08:00–17:00
- Thu
- 08:00–17:00
- Fri
- 08:00–17:00
- Sat
- 08:00–17:00
- Sun
- 08:00–17:00
- Hours
- Published hours vary; the Tourism Authority of Thailand lists 09:00–17:00 daily.
- Price
- Free admission (THB 0); donations are voluntary.
- How to visit
- Cover shoulders and knees, remove shoes before entering temple halls, and keep your voice low. Do not photograph people while they are praying.
- Hours
- Free entry
- Hours
- Good with children
- Hours
- About 30–45 min
Why it is worth the detour
A Buddhist temple founded by King Mongkut in 1857.
Wat Pathum Wanaram is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok, founded by King Mongkut in 1857. It serves as a serene escape amidst the bustling shopping district and holds historical significance with connections to the Thai Royal Family.
What else is close by
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450 m
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1.0 km
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2.0 km
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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.