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Bangkok's Amazing China Town & surrounding area! Fun local guide
See the variety of shops, colours & smells. This is one of the best China Towns in the world. The food is exquisite, the bustle and noise is authentic.
I will guide you on an exploration of Bangkok’s major landmarks. This will give you a good idea of the history, culture & legends of one of the world best-loved cities
Starting in the Talat Noi area of Bangkok. Famous for its temples (Wats), narrow streets & rich Chinese heritage (especially food) The houses & lanes are full of graffiti. We will see 3 famous temples here (Wat Traimit: Pure Gold Buddha) plus see the impressive China Town Gate & Siang Kong Shrine
Next stop is Bangkok's Chinatown. Amazing smells, sights, food & narrow streets!
Last stop : Bangkok's most interesting temple : Wat Chakrawat. Crocodile Temple (it has Crocodiles living there!)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet in front of Tang Hua Pug Building or Hua Lamphong Metro Station Exit 1 - We meet outside of Hua Lamphong Metro Station (Blue Line) - Head to Exit 1 and come up the escalator - We will be waiting for you just outside the metro station Please arrive 10 mins before the experience starts.
Itinerary
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1Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
Wat Traimit is a second-class royal temple of the Worawihan class and originally was called Wat Sam Chin because there is a story that there were three Chinese people who worked together to build this temple. The interior has some interesting items like the Phra Maha Mondop, which is where Phra Phuttha Maha Suwanna Patimakon or Luangpho Thong Kham is enshrined. It has been regarded as a priceless Buddha image since the past. The Buddha image with the appearance of gold contains a large amount of pure gold.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Talat Noi
Talad Noi is an ethnic Chinese community on the edge of Bangkok’s Chinatown, and on the bank of the Chao Phraya River. It is well known for a strong community feel, old buildings, and alleyways bursting with street art and second-hand car parts. Recently many cool hidden cafes have opened and it has become very popular with the young and Instagram obsessed locals.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Wat Samphanthawong Saram Worawihan (Wat Ko)
Wat Samphanthawongsaram is a third grade royal Buddhist temple of Worawihan in Dhammayuttika Nikaya sect. It is situated in the area of Sampheng, also known as Bangkok's Chinatown.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Yaowarat Road
China Town
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Wat Chakrawatrachawat Woramahawihan
Formerly known as Wat Sam Pluem Considered to be another Thai temple located in Bangkok's Chinatown apart from the notable Wat Traimit, where the largest gold Buddha statue in the world is housed. The monastery is in the northwestern edge of Samphanthawong district near the Chao Phraya river.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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