The Grand Palace

The Grand Palace in Bangkok is a must-visit place for every visitor to Thailand that stands as the most famous landmark today. Ever since it was built in 1782, it served as the home of the Thai King, a royal residence for 150 years. Now it is only used for special occasions or ceremonies.

The Grand Palace is divided into 3 main zones. The Outer Court is where you can find the Temple of Emerald Buddha, the Middle Court is where most of the significant residential and state buildings are, and the Inner Court is exclusively reserved for the king, his queen and his consorts.

Never miss out on the Temple of Emerald Buddha if you go to the Outer Court, where you can see a beautiful and sacred Buddishist sculpture called, Phra Kaeo Morakot (the Emerald Buddha)! You will be awestruck by the green jade sculpture that is flawlessly carved and is displayed amid gold-gilded ornaments!

In the Middle Court, you should not miss Chakri Mahaprasat Throne Hall, which is highly reputed for its magnificent, intricate and sophisticated architectural style.

*The audience halls in the Grand Palace are closed on weekends. The Royal Pantheon in Temple of the Emerald Buddha is only open one day a year, on 6 April.

***The visitors to the Grand Palace must be cautious about their dress code! They are required to dress appropriately. Anything sleeveless or short (clothes that show flesh) are not allowed!!

14 Na Phra Lan Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand

+66-2623-5500

500 Baht (Admission ticket includes access to Wat Phra Kaeo, The Royal Thai Decorations & Coins Pavilion and Queen Sirikit Museum of Textile, and to Vimanmek Mansion Museum on Ratchawithi Road.

During special royal ceremonies.