Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple

Step into the heart of Thai history and culture with a visit to the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha Temple. Admire the breathtaking architecture, intricate golden spires, and sacred relics within the former royal residence. Witness the awe-inspiring Emerald Buddha, Thailand’s most revered religious icon. This immersive tour provides a deeper understanding of the country’s Buddhist traditions and regal grandeur, making it a must-visit experience in Bangkok.

Destination	Bangkok
Start	Bangkok
End	Bangkok
Tour Type	Private Tour
Duration	4 Hours
Period	Day Tour
Depart	mtwthfsasu
Condition	Easy
Tour Code	GP1

📍 Highlights

○ Wat Phra Kaeo (Emerald Buddha Temple)

○ The Grand Palace (Royal Palace)

👍 Benefits

○ Private Tour with Premium Vehicle

○ Professional Guide

○ Flexible & Leisurely Pace

Notice?:
Grand Palace Access
Please be informed that the Grand Palace is currently hosting royal funeral ceremonies for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. As such, visitors are kindly asked to observe the following:
• Dress respectfully: No shorts, sleeveless tops, sandals, or revealing outfits.
• Avoid wearing bright or restricted colors, especially red.
• The Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall, which enshrines the royal remains, is open to the public for paying respects. Due to high visitor volume and ceremonial sensitivities, this area may not be included in the tour during this period.

We appreciate your understanding and respectful cooperation during this significant national event.

Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple

Itinerary

08:30 hrs.: Begin your tour as your private guide warmly welcomes you in the hotel lobby, ready to accompany you on today’s journey. Before setting off, your guide will provide a brief overview and review of the planned itinerary, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Once everything is set, depart in the comfort of your private air-conditioned vehicle to explore Bangkok’s fascinating sights.
: Visit Wat Phra Kaeo, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. This is one of the most sacred temples in Thailand and a must-see for any visitor to Bangkok. Explore the intricate decorations and marvel at the beauty of this important Buddhist temple. Admire the intricate details of the temple architecture, and learn about the history and significance of the temple and the Emerald Buddha statue it houses. Take your time to soak in the peaceful atmosphere and admire the stunning craftsmanship on display.

Next, visit the Grand Palace, an impressive complex of buildings that once served as the official residence of the Thai monarchy. Surrounded by walls built in 1782, explore the grand halls and buildings within the palace grounds and admire the intricate details and intricate architecture. Take a stroll through the palace and learn about the history and significance of this important cultural and historical site, a true representation of Thai royalty and culture.
: Continue your exploration with a sightseeing drive along Ratchadumnoen Rd, affectionately known as the Royal’s Way. This route is dotted with significant sites, including the City Pillar Shrine, National Museum, Democracy Monument, and the Anantasamakhom Palace, offering a panoramic view of Bangkok’s historical and cultural landmarks.
Transfer back to hotel
12:00 hrs.: Arrive your hotel.

Remark
- Wat Phra Kaew is Thailand most sacred temple, so please do not wear shorts, or sandals.
- Certain buildings in the Palace grounds are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

FIT Group All

Rates: Grand Palace

Service Class	FIT				Group
Service Class	1 / Person	2 / Person	3-4 / Person	5-8 / Person	9-16 / Person	17-32 / Person	33+ / Person
Premium Class	$ 153	$ 88	$ 75	$ 69	$ 91	$ 84	$ 78

Note: Price/Person in $ USD - US Dollar (1 USD = 32 THB - Thai Baht)

Inclusions:
✓ Air-conditioned vehicles with experienced driver
✓ English speaking licensed guide
✓ All admission fees as mentioned in the program

Exclusions:
✗ Items of a personal nature
✗ Meals
✗ Tips or Gratuities to guide and driver

Child Policy:

For children under 3 years old = Free
For children 4-12 years old = 70% of adult price
For children over 13 years old = Full adult price

[Valid: 01-JAN-2026 - 31-DEC-2027]

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Ratings & Reviews of Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple

5.00/5

16 Ratings

Review (16)

ANN - N/A - 2026-03-13

"The guide was fantastic. I truly enjoyed the tour."
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple [Premium Class]

Colin - United Kingdom - 2026-02-18

"Fantastic tour, driver and guide for this trip to Grand Palace, Emerald Buddah and Wat Pho Reclining Buddah. Rabbit the guide was excellent. He took us to parts of the Grand Palace we had never seen before. Well paced and executed tour. Would recommend this tour and guide. We will use Oriental Escape again. "
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho [Premium Class]

Debra - United Kingdom - 2026-02-17

"Our guide, Cat, was wonderful from our first meeting in the hotel. She was so polite, friendly, knowledgeable and always looked out for our best interest and consistently checked in on our wellbeing and overall experience and satisfaction throughout the trip."
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Premium Class]

Stephen - United States - 2025-11-27

"Excursion was better than we could have hoped for. Our guide, Rabbit, was very informative and made the day that much more enjoyable. He was very kind to us, helped us out and became a friend. Also, our driver was amazing at navigating the Bangkok traffic. Appreciated the great communication from Oriental Escape. It made me feel secure that we were going to have a great day."
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Premium Class]

Melvyn - United Kingdom - 2025-10-05

"Fantastic private trip. Happy to recommend "
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Premium Class]

Christopher - Trinidad and Tobago - 2025-09-14

"Rabbit was outstanding and Jenny was great"
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Thonburi Canal + Wat Pho [Premium Class]

Jani - Finland - 2025-07-17

"Great Tour. Rabbit was the perfect Tour guide"
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple [Premium Class]

Susan - Thailand - 2025-07-01

"This was my parents’ first trip to Thailand, even though I’ve visited several times before. We had dreamed of seeing the Grand Palace and Wat Pho, and it was even more beautiful than we imagined. I booked the private tour so my elderly parents could enjoy everything at a comfortable pace. The guide was calm, patient, and never rushed us. The van was brand new, spacious, and equipped with umbrellas and a wheelchair (which we used for free!). Booking this kind of private service made everything so much easier for my parents — they felt relaxed the whole time. Thank you to our lovely guide and kind driver for making this such a memorable day!"
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Private Tour]

Richard - United States - 2025-03-20

"Jenny was an awesome tour guide. Knowledgeable, prompt, helped with photos and caring. Ed did the Viking ship pickup and was the tour driver. On time, a very safe driver and played my era music. Your company provided us with a great day. "
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Premium Class]

LINDNER/RODNEY - N/A - 2024-12-15

"We had a great tour with Rabbit, the guide, and Rooster, our driver. Rabbit was a knowledgeable and charming guide while Rooster kept us supplied with cold water. He accommodated our changed drop off point. We were very happy. "
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Premium Class]

Coop - N/A - 2024-11-14

"Thank you to your team, Rabbit was 10/10, wonderful. the rides all went smooth. All the best. We hope to return some day!"
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho [Executive Class]

Chiara - Italy - 2024-03-05

"Oriental Escape, you’ve spoiled me! Their team turns a trip into an experience. From their comfy cars to the chillest drivers, it's like your friend showing you around town. They’re the real deal in Bangkok!"
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Thonburi Canal + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Private Tour]

David - Australia - 2024-03-01

"Good Service. Thanks"
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Thonburi Canal + Wat Pho + Wat Arun [Private Tour]

David - Canada - 2024-03-01

"I really want to give a shoutout to Oriental Escape for their awesome service. Booking was super easy on their website, and even when I was a pain with my last-minute changes and requests, they handled it all like champs - quick and super nice about everything. The day of the tour was great. The car was clean and new, and the driver was really polite. But the real star was our tour guide. She knew her stuff and made the tour fun. I was so impressed with everything that I’m definitely planning to use them again and have already told my friends to check them out."
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple [Private Tour]

Alessia - Italy - 2024-02-21

"Io e la mia famiglia ci siamo divertiti molto. La guida era molto servizievole e l'autista gentile. È stato un modo molto divertente di visitare Bangkok"
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Wat Pho [Private Tour]

Hooey - United States - 2024-02-12

"We were VERY impressed with the whole tour and day. The guide and driver were excellent."
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Thonburi Canal + Temples & City (From Leam Chabang) [Standard Class]

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Questions about Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple (12)

I’m traveling with my family and children. We don’t need a lot of historical explanations and don’t want to stay too long, but we also don’t want to feel rushed. We would like a professional photographer and someone to help look after the kids. Can you arrange this? Cooper - 189 Days ago

Absolutely. Our service is designed to be fully private and flexible, making it ideal for families traveling with children. You will travel in one of Thailand’s most luxurious vans, offering maximum comfort and space for the entire family.
Your professional guide will adjust the experience to your preference — keeping explanations light and unobtrusive if you prefer a relaxed visit. We can also arrange a private professional photographer to discreetly capture beautiful moments throughout your journey, with edited photos delivered within 48 hours.
In addition, we can provide a dedicated personal assistant or nanny to help care for children, carry belongings, hold umbrellas, and ensure everything runs smoothly. Our goal is to make your family experience effortless, comfortable, and truly enjoyable.
Wittaya L - answered within 1 Hour [TicketID # 7933]

Will I need to queue at the Grand Palace? Goyal - 203 Days ago

All visitors are required to follow security procedures at the entrance, where tickets are checked by palace security staff. This short queue is well-managed and typically moves smoothly, without congestion or crowding. Our team coordinates arrival timing to minimize waiting as much as possible
Toni - answered within 1 Hour [TicketID # 7932]

How does VIP access work at the Grand Palace? Stephanie - 230 Days ago

Due to official events and a high number of local visitors during certain periods, access procedures at the Grand Palace are governed by strict regulations. Special escorted entry is reserved exclusively for visits officially coordinated for government or diplomatic delegations. Our service is thoughtfully designed to fully comply with current palace regulations, with admission arrangements prepared in advance to ensure a smooth and well-managed arrival for our guests.
Wittaya L - answered within 20 minute [TicketID # 7931]

What is the proper dress code for visiting the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple? Lee - 1 year ago

Visitors are required to dress respectfully. Long pants or skirts, and tops with sleeves are recommended. Shorts, sleeveless shirts, and see-through clothing are not allowed inside the temple grounds. If you don’t have suitable attire, clothing rental services are available near the main entrance.
Wittaya L - answered within 2 Hours [TicketID # 7213]

Can I join the tour in the late afternoon or evening? Danail - 1 year ago

The Grand Palace has strict closing hours. It is usually open from morning until early afternoon, and late arrivals may not be allowed entry. We recommend joining the tour in the morning/noon to ensure you have enough time to explore without rushing.
David - answered within 3 Hours [TicketID # 7212]

Is it possible to arrange this 1/2 day tour at 1 PM? David - 3 years ago

Yes, you can.

Kodhacharin S - answered within 4 Hours [TicketID # 3959]

-There are 2 of us...is this a private tour or will we be in a group? -We are not staying at a hotel, instead an apartment...do you pick at apartments...we are on Soi Sukhumvit 61 Thank you.? darrell - 7 years ago

1) We provide a private tour just for you.
2) Pick-up from your apartment in Sukhumvit area should be no problem.
Wittaya L - answered within 2 Hours [TicketID # 716]

Hello. Is this a private tour? Thank you.? PAULA - 7 years ago

This is program (Standard Class, Executive Class etc.,) provide by private tour & transfer arrangement.
Travel Class via: https://www.orientalescape.com/about/travel-class

Chayabhatra S - answered within 6 Hours [TicketID # 532]

Hello, Wondering what the start and end time is of this tour. We have a late flight and want to make sure no issues. Thank you? Carmen - 7 years ago

This tour takes around 5 hours. Tour time 07:30-12:30, 08:00-13:00, 09:00-14:00 and 12:30-17:30 hrs.
Note: Grand place will be closed on 13-Oct-2018 (His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Memorial Day)
Wittaya L. - answered within 4 Hours [TicketID # 81]

Hi, I am requiring half day tour to the popular historical places preferably the Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple + Thonburi Canal. We will be having our 70+ years old mother and she is not able to take too much stairs and need to sit down and take a rest as she is not able to walk too long. Do you recommend this tour to our elderly mother? if not, please recommend the suitable one for her and the price / person, for 4 people. Thank you.? Amy - 7 years ago

In the area of the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew is a flat road, but if you need to go inside to worship to the Emerald Buddha in the church. There will be climbing stairs, but not much.
Chayabhatra S. - answered within 1 Hour [TicketID # 79]

Is photography allowed inside the royal palace? Steve - 7 years ago

Photographing in Grand Palace is allowed in most of the areas available for the public. Kindly notice that there might be some areas marked with a clear sign where it is not allowed.
Johnny J. - answered within 9 minute [TicketID # 13]

What should be your ideal Grand Palace Thailand dress code? Steve - 7 years ago

You should cover your shoulders and knees, and ideally, you’d cover your ankles too. On the bottom, wear longer shorts, capris, pants, trousers or a knee-length-or-longer skirt. On top, any shirt that fully covers your shoulders. A T-shirt, blouse or polo is fine. Do not wear a tank top.
Johnny J. - answered within 13 minute [TicketID # 12]

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