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A research center housing an archaeological museum, exhibiting artifacts tracing the city's political, social, and cultural history.

The former home of the king's successor, this palace houses a museum displaying royal relics, Buddha statues, and historic items.

Visit the museum for a view of the city's past, and don't miss the display of golden item retrieved from Ayutthaya's ancient temples.

Take a ride on an elephant, explore the bustling marketplaces, and soak in the local culture of this modern city center.

Take a boat along the river, enjoying the view of several historic temples, as well as the quaint buildings flanking its banks.

This fine 17C temple boasts traditional Khmer architecture, providing a glimpse into the past grandeur of the Kingdom of Siam.

This 14C temple complex boasts preserved temples, an array of statues, and the famous Head of Buddha imprisoned among tree roots.

A famous 14C temple complex, housing an array of Buddha statues, elaborate altars, and a wealth of traditional architecture.

Dating to the 14C and still retaining its stupa and prang structures, this temple complex also boasts an adjacent park with a pond.

This 14C temple features a wealth of fine architectural details, and is said to have been the most beautiful of Ayutthaya's temples.

Boasting Ayutthaya's best preserved prang spire, this 15C temple is decked with sculptures and decorative elements.

This gorgeous 14C temple features traditional architecture, many statues of Buddha, and great views from the stupa spire.

A rich museum exhibiting the royal barges with their elaborate figureheads, each boasting a wealth of ornate elements.

Formerly a royal dwelling, Southeast Asia's largest museum hosts extensive collections of archaeology, ethnography, art, and history.

Studded with colorful signs and lined with eateries and shops, this bustling district offers a culinary and cultural adventure.

Home to the current monarch, this district is the heart of royal Bangkok and is full of palaces, historic buildings, and museums.

Set in the royal district, this zoo hosts over 1,600 animal species, also offering playgrounds and family-friendly attractions.

Lavishly ornate, this shrine hosts a statue of a significant Hindu deity, and is the site of occasional Thai dance performances.

Wander through streets lined with food carts, small shops, cafes, and cultural marks, taking in the incessant bustle of the center.

Comprised of several reconstructed traditional Thai houses, this museum exhibits an impressive collection of Southeast-Asian art.

Escape the bustle for this lovely public park where you can relax by the artificial lake, jog, bike, or simply enjoy the greenery.

Housed in a 19C mansion, this museum exhibits traditional and contemporary Thai artworks dating from the 17C onwards.

Adjacent to a research and vaccination institute, the snake farm offers its visitors daily shows of snake handling and venom milking.

Consisting of several traditional buildings, this museum exhibits Thai antiques and artworks, as well as 4,000-years-old ceramics.

This web of water canals covers all of Bangkok and can be explored on lean barge-like boats, offering a unique cityscape.

This lavish royal complex dates to the 18C, boasting many historic structures, lush gardens, and a rich cultural museum.

Explore this lovely district and discover a quaint village-like life with floating markets, winding canals, and stilt houses.

A former royal villa boasting eclectic architecture inspired by Neoclassicism, this palace now houses a museum honoring King Rama V.

A significant Buddhist temple boasting an elaborate Khmer-style spire, rich ornamental details, and fine traditional architecture.

Boasting exquisite architecture, this 19C temple boasts fine statues and pagodas studded with elaborate decorative elements.

A 19C temple complex erected by a King's friend, boasting pristine white walls and lavishly colored rooftops.

Housing a 46m statue of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest temple in Bangkok also boasts Thailand's largest collation of Buddha images.

Home to the sacred Emerald Buddha, this 18C temple complex features exquisite architectural markers and several remarkable monuments.

Located on a hill and offering great views over Bangkok, this ancient temple boasts a golden 58m spire and is dotted with sculptures.

With 28 elaborate pagodas, traditional architecture, and fine sculptures, this 19C temple offers a great glimpse into Thai Buddhism.

A small temple with fine architectural details, famed for its array of fantastic murals dating from the 18C onwards.

Dating to the 14C, this temple is home to a remarkable pure-gold statue of Buddha hidden beneath a layer of plaster for 200 years.

Explore the streets of the city center for their bustle, then head to the market or the waterfront for some authentic sights.

Home to several haunting shrines, this large web of caves stretches for 12km and features a wealth of intricate rock formations.

Get a feel for the place as you explore the central streets of this quaint little town, then head off for a hike and some fresh air.

Preserving artifacts from the ancient Lanna Kingdom, this museum also exhibits sculptures, dioramas, art, and architectural relics.

Trace the well-preserved ancient walls, explore the winding alleys, visit the temples and markets, and enjoy the timeless ambiance.

Retaining elements of Lanna-style architecture, this 13C Buddhist temple boasts elaborate statues and fine decorations.

Dating to the 13C, this temple complex features elaborate spires, an ancient library, gorgeous shrines, and fine architecture.

With subtle Hindu influences in its structure, this 15C temple boasts several spires, ancient stucco reliefs, and adjoining temples.

One of the older temples in the complex boasts a largely teak wood structure, as well as Buddha statues and other ornate details.

Dating to the 14C, this temple complex retains some of the original structures, and houses the famed Phra Buddha Singh statue.

Originally built within a royal garden, this complex boasts a 48m chedi spire housing a relic of Buddha, and array of white shrines.

Walk through the streets of this city center, visiting markets, sampling local cuisine, and admiring the opulent temples.

Retaining a quaint charm, the central streets offer a nice afternoon stroll and a strong sense of authentic Thai life.