The Grand Palace

The opening hours of the Grand Palace Bangkok are from 8.30 to 3:30 pm. It is advised to check the schedule before visiting to avoid any closures.

• By BTS

Reach the Grand Palace through Saphan Taksin Station on BTS, where Exit 2 leads to the destination. Walk to the Chao Phraya River from that point to reach Sathorn Pier at the base of the bridge. The Grand Palace can be reached through the Chao Phraya Express Boat with the orange flag by getting off at Tha Chang (N9). The Royal Palace will be visible to your right.

• By MRT

The MRT Sanam Chai Station has an Exit 1 for visitors to the Grand Palace. Access the Grand Palace through Exit 1 of Sanam Chai Station by taking any of the buses 3, 9, 44, 47, 53, or 82.

• By Bus

Various buses, including 1, 3, 9, 15, 25, 30, 32, 33, 43, 44, 47, 53, 59, 64, 80, 82, 91, 203, 503, 508, and 512, stop directly at the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew.

• By Car 

The Grand Palace Bangkok is accessible through Google Maps for users of private cars. The parking options include spaces at Wat Mahathat and Tha Maharaj Soi Thapphen, as well as the City Pillar Shrine, Rajadamnern Road Car Park, and Soi Wat Pho.

The best time to visit the Grand Palace Bangkok is early in the morning, as soon as it opens. You can avoid the large crowds and the midday heat if you visit in the morning. Arriving early allows you to explore the palace peacefully and enjoy its beauty before it gets too crowded. If you can, try visiting on a weekday for an even quieter experience. Avoid peak hours between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the palace gets busiest.