Grand Palace Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Grand Palace in 2024?

Tickets for the Grand Palace cost 500 baht for foreigners and are free for Thai people with ID. The ticket also includes access to Wat Phra Kaew and the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textile, located within the Grand Palace. Tours that stop at the Grand Palace start at US$11 but do not include entry.

Q: Can I book a guided tour of the Grand Palace?

While the Grand Palace doesn’t offer guided tours (only audio guides for rent), you can delve deeper into the history and culture of the complex as part of a Bangkok sightseeing tour. Some focus solely on the palace—it’s home to more than 100 buildings, after all—while others combine it with other nearby attractions.

Q: What are the must-see attractions within the Grand Palace complex?

The must-see attractions within the Grand Palace complex are Chakri Maha Prasat (Grand Palace Hall), which combines Thai and European architectural styles and is embellished with golden spires, and Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), home to one of the world’s most luxurious Buddhas, carved entirely from green jade and decorated with gold leaf and diamonds.

Q: Is there a dress code for visiting the Grand Palace?

Due to the Grand Palace’s many working temples, you need to wear respectful clothing that covers shoulders and knees. Hot pants, short shorts, and crop tops are prohibited. It’s advisable to wear sandals that are easy to slip on and off, as you’ll be asked to remove your shoes on entering the temples.

Q: What are the best times to visit the Grand Palace to avoid crowds?

The Grand Palace opens at 8:30am daily—to beat the crowds and the midday heat, aim to arrive as close to opening as possible. You can book your admission ticket online in advance to save waiting. The low season in Bangkok is July–October, so you’ll encounter the fewest crowds then, but rain is likely.

Q: Are there any other worthwhile attractions near the Grand Palace?

Yes, there are plenty of other attractions near the Grand Palace. Highlights include the Temple of the Dawn (Wat Arun), famous for its brightly decorated spires; the fragrant Pak Khlong Talat Flower Market; Bangkok National Museum, where Siam treasures are displayed in an 18th-century palace; and Khaosan Road, the backpacker hub and nightlife district.

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Know before you go

A strict dress code applies for entry: long pants or skirts, shirts with sleeves (no bare shoulders), and socks—even with sandals. If you come unprepared, a booth near the entrance may offer extra cover-ups with a deposit.
Most half-day Grand Palace tours couple a visit to the palace with other top activities like canal cruises or stops at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho), or Wat Arun.
The grounds feature a cafe and three restrooms.
You can buy Grand Palace tickets using a QR code at the palace or from an on-site office.

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