Top Bangkok Religious Tours

Explore Bangkok’s most important cultural sights on a half-day private tour of the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Traimit. Learn about the country’s royal heritage as you explore the palace, whose elaborate stepped roofs are the height of Siamese design. Visit the funeral and coronation halls, and see the sacred Buddha carved from solid jade. Circle the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho then stroll cool halls lined with hundreds of Buddha images. Continue to Wat Traimit to see a centuries-old golden Buddha, and leave an offering in the gleaming sanctuary.

Thailand is driven by the Buddhist faith and some 26,000 wats, or temples, dot the landscapes of this southeast Asian nation. Take a private tour of three significant Bangkok temples, including the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and marvel at the religion that permeates the culture and traditions of this city.

See Bangkok’s Buddhist temples and the Grand Palace on a half-day tour of the city’s historic highlights. Visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit) and Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha) then explore the grounds that once housed the royal Siamese court. Your tour includes all entrance fees and round-trip transport from centrally-located hotels, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Explore three of Bangkok’s most famous attractions on a half-day tour. Visit the massive solid gold Buddha at Wat Trimit, the 46-meter long reclining Buddha at Wat Po, and the opulent Royal Grand Palace, home to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Learn about the history of these temples and the city of Bangkok from your informative guide as you stroll around the monuments.

Combine a visit from Bangkok to Ayutthaya—the UNESCO-listed ancient capital of Siam—with a riverboat trip on the Chao Phraya River. An informative guide highlights Thailand’s fascinating history as you explore Ayutthaya temples, stone ruins and Buddha statues in the old capital of Thailand, which was ransacked by invading Burmese in the 18th century. This full-day tour includes lunch and returns you to Bangkok by boat.

Experience two of Bangkok’s most famous traditional markets on this half-day tour. Benefit from a small group size as you ride the train to the Maeklong Railway Market, uniquely situated on a working railway track. After free time for shopping, continue to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and cruise around the stalls on a longtail boat.

Experience the magic of Bangkok at night on this after dark temples, markets, and food tuk-tuk tour. Your evening adventure begins with a tuk-tuk ride around Bangkok, seeing the way the city lights illuminate ancient temples and modern skyscrapers against the night sky. Along the way, you'll visit markets and palaces, explore the bustling streets of Chinatown, and feast on street food, while learning about the city from your local guide.

This customizable private tour showcases the best of Bangkok and beyond. Follow your personal guide through some of the city's top attractions, including Wat Arun Grand Palace, and the Floating Market. Explore some of Bangkok's most vibrant neighborhoods, sample local cuisine (own expense), and wander the shops and sites with a local who offers insight and information along the way.

Go beyond Bangkok city limits and gain a deeper understanding of life beyond the capital as you explore the floating markets of Damnoen Saduak. Travel by long-tailed speedboat as a guide unpacks the secrets of these 19th-century canals built by King Rama IV. Over the course of this half-day trip, cruise past vendors selling freshly picked produce, handmade sweets, and interesting souvenirs.

Take a memorable ride on the Thailand-Burma Railway, also known as the Death Railway for the thousands of POWs and forced laborers who lost their lives building it during World War II. On this day trip from Bangkok, visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and the JEATH War Museum, and hear moving war stories from your guide. Then ride a long-tailed speedboat down the Kwai River where you have a view of the famous bridge.

Savor the after-dark pleasures of Bangkok’s legendary street food scene during this evening food and sightseeing excursion by tuk-tuk. Travel aboard one of these iconic 3-wheeled taxis, stopping to sample sizzling roadside favorites like charcoal-fried noodles. You also experience attractions like the flower market.

A Bangkok river cruise is a luxurious way to view main attractions—including the Grand Palace and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)—illuminated at night. During your Chao Phraya River dinner cruise, feast on a buffet of authentic Thai dishes while watching the lit-up city skyline pass by. Relax as the live band provides the ambiance.

Learn about daily life and culture in Thailand through this tour that focuses on the Damnoen Saduak floating market and the railway market. Enjoy a boat ride and a walking tour through the respective markets, enjoying personalized attention from your guide and an intimate atmosphere with just 10 people or fewer. This tour allows you to get in touch with local culture, far off the beaten path.

Discover the best that Bangkok has to offer on this full-day private tour of the city. Visit all of the must-see attractions such as the Grand Palace, Chinatown, the vibrant flower market, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and much more. Learn about the city’s rich history, religion, and culture from your informative guide as you drive around Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Discover the top sights and hidden corners of Bangkok on a private half-day tour. Follow your personal guide to the iconic Pak Klong Talad Flower Market, Temple of Dawn, and more. Skip the overpriced taxis and experience Thai transportation like a local. Take a tuk-tuk to a secret temple and a ferry to the Grand Palace. Along the way, feel free to pause for photos and ask questions for a more immersive experience.

If you've ever been curious about delving deeper into the world of Buddhism and experiencing the daily rituals of local monks in Bangkok, then this is the tour for you. Through commentary from your private guide, you can learn more about the rich history of Buddhism in Thailand. Prepare to explore significant Buddhist landmarks, such as the Golden Mount and Loha Prasat, gaining a profound understanding of ancient traditions along the way.

Visit the Grand Palace Complex and Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok on a tour that showcases the best of travelers’ ‘must-see’ list for the capital city. Taken in the morning or afternoon, this one-of-a-kind experience allows time to explore the best-known landmarks with an expert local guide. Highlights include the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, located in the Grand Palace Complex.

Discover a city unlike anywhere else on the planet in Bangkok, Thailand. This bundle includes self-guided, narrated tours of the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Wat Traimit, as well as bonus content in Bangkok’s famous Chinatown district. Gape at towering, gilded pagodas and palaces; visit enormous, golden statues of the Buddha; uncover Thailand’s history and the significance of Buddhism; indulge in unforgettable street food; and much more! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

• Explore the Grand Palace, the home of the Thai royal family and one of Thailand’s must-see attractions. • Visit Wat Phra Kaew and marvel at the famous Emerald Buddha statue. • Book at any time – last-minute bookings are accepted. • Choose from multiple start-time options • Enjoy a TripGuru Signature experience: curated, solo travel-friendly, and in small groups.

Get a closer look at some of Buddhism’s most important temples on a half-day tour through Bangkok. Explore the temples of Wat Trimit, home to a solid gold Buddha, Wat Po, with its famous reclining Buddha, and Wat Benchamabophit, also known as the Marble Temple. Learn about the significance of each temple to Buddhism from your informative guide as you visit each attraction with your small group.

Combine the convenience of a guided tour with the flexibility of exploring independently. This self-guided audio tour leads you to all of the most important sites in Bangkok but allows you to start and end when you wish; to set your own pace; and to skip anything that doesn't interest you. You can even listen to the audio tour offline.

This private half-day guided tour of Bangkok's gilded temples and royal palaces showcases the stunning architecture, rich culture and ancient history of this popular destination. Follow a local guide to the iconic Grand Palace, then venture to Wat Pho and Wat Traimit. Lunch, admission, and transport are included.

Take a stroll down the riverside in Bangkok and learn just how important the river is for the residents of the city from your personal guide. You’ll learn things you’d never know from a guidebook, and get some fresh air at the same time. Keep costs down by joining this small group tour (max 8), and meet some new people too. You’ll even be given a few local snacks to keep your energy up.