Phra Nakhon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

National Museum Bangkok
Phra Nakhon
Phra Nakhon
National Museum Bangkok showing a garden, landscape views and a monument
National Museum Bangkok showing street scenes and a city

Popular places to visit

Khao San Road showing markets, a city and nightlife

Khaosan Road

With cheap hotels, diverse food, and cut-price clothing to bring in the back-packers, this street also offers fun, noise and eclectic cultural mix.

Khaosan Road
Grand Palace which includes a garden and heritage architecture

Grand Palace

A city-within-the-city, this palace is a fabulous concoction of temples, halls, pagodas and royal residences that took two centuries to build.

Grand Palace
Wat Pho featuring religious aspects, interior views and a temple or place of worship

Wat Pho

Wat Pho is the largest and oldest of Thailand's many temple complexes, with over 1,000 Buddha images – but it's just one that draws all the attention.

Wat Pho
Temple of the Emerald Buddha which includes a temple or place of worship as well as a large group of people

Temple of the Emerald Buddha

A visit to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha will take you to one of the most beautiful, and deeply revered, sanctuaries of this deeply Buddhist natio

Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Thammasat University

Thammasat University

Explore the campus of Thammasat University during your visit to Bangkok. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Thammasat University
National Museum Bangkok

Bangkok National Museum

Untangle the history of Thailand with the help of the thousands of artefacts and artistic-pieces exhibited in one of Bangkok's grandest and biggest palaces.

Bangkok National Museum

Activities

Bangkok: Chao Phraya River Meridian Cruise with Buffet

Bangkok: Chao Phraya River Meridian Cruise with Buffet

NZ$48
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bangkok: Chao Phraya River Meridian Cruise with Buffet
Chaophraya Dinner Cruise with Entertainment

Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise – Scenic Views & Live Performances

NZ$70
per adult
Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise – Scenic Views & Live Performances
White Orchid Dinner Cruise

White Orchid Dinner Cruise – A Night of Food and Live Entertainment

NZ$70
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
White Orchid Dinner Cruise – A Night of Food and Live Entertainment
Lunch/Dinner @ Baiyoke Sky Hotel with Observation Deck

Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience

NZ$34
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
Bangkok: Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show

Bangkok: Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show

NZ$80
per adult
Bangkok: Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show
Elephant GoGo Hop on hop off bus tour 24 hour pass

Elephant Bus Tours Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour 24 hours pass

NZ$43
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Elephant Bus Tours Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour 24 hours pass
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Our pick of the best Phra Nakhon Hotel Deals

Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza

Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza

3 out of 5
95 ,Soi Rambuttri, Chakkra Phong, Road,Phra Nakhon, 1, Bangkok, Bangkok Province
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bangkok. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,645 reviews)
"Good location on Rambuttri Road. Fantastic breakfast buffe!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza
Asia Hotel Bangkok

Asia Hotel Bangkok

4 out of 5
296 Phayathai Road, Bangkok, Bangkok
The price is NZ$70 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$70
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bangkok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,285 reviews)
"Will be back"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Asia Hotel Bangkok
Mandarin Hotel Managed by Centre Point

Mandarin Hotel Managed by Centre Point

4.5 out of 5
662 Rama IV Road, Bangkok, Bangkok
The price is NZ$92 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$92
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Bangkok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,174 reviews)
"lovely hotel, with great staff and a very good breakfast aswell.i was only here for 2 nights but would definitely stay there again if i go bangkok again"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Mandarin Hotel Managed by Centre Point
Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55

Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55

5 out of 5
300 Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok
The price is NZ$160 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$160
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bangkok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,274 reviews)
"The number one spa in Bangkok"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55
Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit

Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit

5 out of 5
491 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlongtoey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bangkok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,459 reviews)
""You get what you pay for" certainly applies here. An expensive hotel that does deliver. Vital for me is a comfy bed & a good breakfast to start the day, the latter featuring an impressive range of both hot & cold foods. Room decor also elegant."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit
Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21

Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21

5 out of 5
2, Sukhumvit Soi 19 (Wattana), Sukhumvit Rd., Klongtoey Nua, Bangkok, Bangkok
The price is NZ$305 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$305
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bangkok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,306 reviews)
"Conveniently located to malls, parks, and train"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21
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Other neighbourhoods around Phra Nakhon

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Chinatown

4/5(30 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chinatown. Spend some time visiting top spots like Chinatown, and catch the metro at MRT Wat Mangkon Station or Hua Lamphong Station to see more of the area.

Chinatown
Lumpini Park featuring a city, a house and a garden

Bangkok City Centre

3.5/5(31 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bangkok City Centre. Check out top attractions like Pratunam Market and Khaosan Road, and jump on the metro at Hua Lamphong Station or National Stadium BTS Station to see more of the city.

Bangkok City Centre
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Pratunam

Travellers love Pratunam for its popular shops, and you can see more of Bangkok by jumping on the metro at Victory Monument BTS Station or Phaya Thai Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pratunam Market and Victory Monument.

Pratunam
Bangkok featuring a bridge, skyline and night scenes

Siam

Enjoy the popular shops in Siam. Siam Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ratchadamri BTS Station or Siam BTS Station to see more of Bangkok.

Siam
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Bang Rak

4/5(232 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bang Rak. Top attractions like Patpong Night Bazaar and Thaniya Plaza are major draws. Catch the metro at Chong Nonsi BTS Station or Saint Louis Station to see more of the city.

Bang Rak
Lumpini Park featuring a city, a house and a garden

Ratchaprasong

Visitors to Ratchaprasong love its popular shops, and you can check out Erawan Shrine and Gaysorn Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Chit Lom BTS Station.

Ratchaprasong

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