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Self-guided Audio Tour of The Grand Palace

A sacred Buddhist site, official royal residence and home of the Emerald Buddha statue

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13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 1 hour - 3 hours

On this self-guided audio tour of The Grand Palace, you’ll explore an official royal residence and one of Thailand’s most important Buddhists sites.

While following the route on the Action Tour Guide app, you’ll visit many of the temple’s public buildings, including the Chakri Maha Prasat Throne Hall and the Phra Maha Monthien residence. You’ll also visit the Wat Phra Kaew temple to see the Emerald Buddha statue, one of Thailand’s most revered palladiums.

During the tour, you’ll hear stories about the temple’s history, the Emerald Buddha statue and historic battles between kings.

Why visit

  • Chance to explore a historical and sacred landmark using a mobile app
  • Insights into the history, art and mysteries surrounding The Grand Palace
  • Visit to the the Temple of the Emerald Buddha to see a national palladium

What's included

  • Map
  • Downloadable app
  • Digital guidebook

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Food and drinks
    • Transportation
    • Admission (approximately EUR 13 )

    Audio guide available in multiple languages

    English

    Additional information

    You can choose between two options:

    - Option 1: Grand Palace Bangkok self-guided audio tour with Emerald Buddha

    - Option 2: Bangkok's top 4: Grand Palace and Wats audio tour bundle

    Once you book, you’ll receive an email with a link to the app and a unique password to access the tour within the app. Please follow the instructions and make sure to set up the tour in advance while you have a good internet connection.

    Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what cannot be seen, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms.

    Location

    Departure point

    The Grand Palace, Na Phra Lan Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, 10200
    The tour automatically begins playing when you reach the starting point, the Grand Palace entrance.

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