One-Day Temple Hopping in Bangkok Old Town

from Pranakorn Heritage Hotel — your hotel near Grand Palace

Exploring temples in Bangkok Old Town is one of the most meaningful ways to discover the beauty of Rattanakosin Island. From Pranakorn Heritage Hotel, you can visit five iconic temples easily within a single day. Here’s a simple, travel-friendly guide with highlights, blessing tips, opening hours, transport options, and Google Maps links.

1) Wat Saket (The Golden Mount)

📍 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2LThJHpNsyHFokcR8

⭐ Highlights

• 360° panoramic view of Bangkok Old Town

• Golden chedi visible across the old city

• Peaceful staircase walk with temple bells

🙏 Popular Blessings

• New beginnings in life or career

• Progress and exam success

• Smooth life transitions

🚌 Transport

• 12–15 min walk from Pranakorn Heritage Hotel

• Bus: 8, 37, 47, 49

🕒 Opening Hours

07:00–19:00

👗 Dress Code

Modest, covered shoulders, knee-length clothing

💰 Admission

• Thai: Free

• Foreigner: ~50 THB

2) Wat Ratchanatdaram & Loha Prasat

📍 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1LsjcM41jg4Wkccw5

⭐ Highlights

• The only Loha Prasat in Thailand

• Quiet meditation spaces

• Surrounded by key landmarks in Bangkok Old Town

🙏 Popular Blessings

• Wisdom & clarity

• Academic and career success

• Calmness and inner balance

🚌 Transport

• 10 min walk from the hotel

• Bus: 15, 35, 42, 47

🕒 Opening Hours

08:00–17:00

👗 Dress Code

Modest, shoulders and knees covered

💰 Admission

• Thai: Free

• Foreigner: 20–50 THB

3) Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha)

📍 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/nBKzngaFTyhofGgeA

⭐ Highlights

• Famous Reclining Buddha

• Birthplace of traditional Thai massage

• Ideal for guests looking for a hotel near Grand Palace

🙏 Popular Blessings

• Health & healing

• Life balance

• Family harmony

🚌 Transport

• 5–7 min by tuk tuk

• Bus: 1, 25, 44, 48

🕒 Opening Hours

08:00–18:00

👗 Dress Code

Modest

💰 Admission

• Thai: Free

• Foreigner: 200 THB

4) Wat Thewarat Kunchorn

📍 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XcG2UfW5jSr3cb5y7

⭐ Highlights

• Riverside temple along the Chao Phraya

• Home of the “Prompt-Blessing Deity”

• Known for focused, single-wish blessings

🙏 Popular Blessings

• Career advancement

• Luck and quick opportunities

• Special life chances

🚌 Transport

• 8–10 min by tuk tuk

• Bus: 65, 505

🕒 Opening Hours

08:00–18:00

👗 Dress Code

Modest

💰 Admission

Free

5) Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)

📍 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uLt4A6iL4RuCe1yT6

⭐ Highlights

• Thailand’s most sacred Buddha image

• Located inside the Grand Palace

• Top destination in Bangkok Old Town

🙏 Popular Blessings

• Stability and life protection

• Safety for family

• Career success

• Safe travels

🚌 Transport

• 8–12 min by car

• Bus: 1, 25, 44, 48, 82

🕒 Opening Hours

08:30–15:30

👗 Dress Code (Strict)

No shorts, sleeveless tops, or see-through clothing
Sarong rental available at the entrance

💰 Admission

• Thai: Free

• Foreigner: 500 THB

🌿 Stay Close to It All: Pranakorn Heritage Hotel

If you’re planning a full day of exploring Bangkok Old Town, staying at Pranakorn Heritage Hotel makes everything easier. As a charming, quiet hotel near Grand Palace, the hotel is perfectly located for walking to several temples, markets, and cultural spots.

Guests love:
✔️ Warm, contemporary-Thai design
✔️ Calm atmosphere in the heart of the old city
✔️ Walkable access to major temples
✔️ Concierge service for personalised Temple Hopping Day itineraries

Your journey through the old capital becomes smoother, more meaningful, and filled with beautiful memories. 

Photo Credit : เฉลิม อัชชมานะ ,wikimedia