White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the White Temple. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour From Chiang Mai

• Chiang Rai White Temple, Blue Temple, and More from Chiang Mai

• Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai City with Golden Triangle

• Sightseeing Join Tour Chiang Rai / Pickup Only in Chiang Rai 

• Full-Day Group Tour in Chiang Rai

Tickets for the White Temple cost 200 baht. There are also plenty of tours that include round-trip transportation—check the details to see if temple admission is included. Full-day tours that also visit the Blue Temple start at about US$40 per person.

Yes, the White Temple is worth visiting. This unique Buddhist temple, whose construction is still ongoing, is a standout example of religious architecture, combining traditional Thai design with contemporary art. Photography of the interior is prohibited, so you won't find social media spoilers before you visit.

Per one customer who booked the Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour From Chiang Mai, "We had an AMAZING experience visiting the White Temple and Blue Temple in Chiang Rai with our incredible tour guide, Tong! He customized the trip perfectly for our family and went above and beyond by sharing so many helpful tips, local insights, and extra resources that made our time in Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai even more special. Everything was seamless, fun, and thoughtfully planned, allowing us to truly relax and enjoy quality family time. We are extremely happy with this experience and can't wait to come back again. Highly, highly recommended!"

The bright, dramatic architecture of Chiang Rai’s White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) is its most famous attribute. The temple was opened in 1997 by a Thai national artist to represent purity and to reflect Buddha’s teachings out into the world. It is the most well-known temple in Chiang Rai.

Yes, there is a small entrance fee to visit the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun). For foreigners, it’s around 100 baht. Thai visitors can enter for free. You don’t need to pay anything if you just want to admire the temple from outside or explore the grounds nearby.

Visit the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) on your own or with a tour. The temple is open from early morning to evening, so you have most of the day to stop by. A guided tour will likely offer more in-depth information about the temple than if you visit independently.

Plan to spend at least an hour visiting the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun). There is plenty to look at and learn about inside, and the exterior grounds include a reflecting pool. You can stay longer if you’d like to enjoy the ambiance of the Buddhist temple, too.

Yes, dress conservatively and respectfully when paying a visit to the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun). Shoulders and knees must be covered, and it’s best to avoid tight, revealing clothing. Loose and flowy clothes made of breathable, light-colored fabric will keep you cool in the hot and muggy Thai weather.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the White Temple. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Chiang Rai:

• Golden Triangle

• Mae Kachan Hot Spring

• Hall of Opium Museum

• Chiang Saen

• Choui Fong Tea Plantation

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Chiang Rai.