My first visit to Wat Arun after its extensive renovation. I can't quite recall how the prang looked before, but it's undeniably stunning now. Many foreign tourists were taking pictures, so much so that my two female friends couldn't resist joining in.

There are many beautiful photo spots, but due to the extreme heat, we had to take quick photos and then hide from the sun. We felt a little dizzy at times. 55 If you plan to visit, be prepared for the heat.

May I take a picture of the foreign tourists who are visiting?

It took about an hour to agree to continue to Wat Pho.

On the way to the pier, I stopped to take a picture with the giant.

Take a ferry across the river and walk a short distance to Wat Pho.


Getting There

Public transportation:

  • Buses: 19, 57, 83
  • Taxis
  • BTS Skytrain: S6 Saphan Taksin Station (Silom Line), Exit 2
  • Chao Phraya Express Boat: Sathorn Pier (Central Pier) to Tha Tien Pier (with optional ferry service to Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan)

Private vehicle:

  • Parking available within the temple grounds or on Chetuphon Road, a side street next to Wat Phra Chetuphon.
  • Cross the river by boat from Tha Tien Pier (parking fee: 20 baht per hour).

Location Information
Website: Wat Pho http://www.watpho.com Wat Arun http://www.watarun.org
Opening Hours: Temple grounds open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, The Chapel requires a letter of permission from the abbot of Wat Arun to enter.
Entrance Fee: Free for Thai citizens, 50 Baht for foreigners
Highlights: The Prang of Wat Arun, pay respects at the monument of King Rama II
Tips: Dress modestly, do not climb the walls, do not hang on the statues, do not litter cigarette butts or garbage on the ground, photography is allowed.


The last picture taken on the boat ride back to the shore of Wat Arun after everyone had gone their separate ways.

Thank you for watching.

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