Start early to avoid crowds and heat. Use Na Phra Lan Road to enter the Grand Palace complex. Dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered.
Just a 10-minute walk from the Grand Palace along Sanam Chai Road, explore Wat Pho's impressive reclining Buddha and get a traditional Thai massage.
Take the public ferry from Tha Tien Pier to Wat Arun across the Chao Phraya River. Climb the steep central prang for panoramic views.
Seek out the Joe Louis Puppet Theatre or a show at the Artist's House on Soi Tha Kham in the Thonburi area for authentic performances.
Where to stay tonight
Hotel in Rattanakosin (historical area near major temples) $20-40/night
Perfect location for exploring Bangkok's famous temples on foot and close to cultural sites for evening shows.
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