Chao Phraya riverside / Outdoors
Chao Phraya Sky Park
Begin on Chao Phraya Sky Park for a view across both banks, then continue towards the Thonburi end of the bridge.
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A west-bank river and temple walk
An outing along the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya, combining an elevated river crossing, a Portuguese-rooted Catholic neighbourhood and three distinctive Buddhist temples. Use public walking routes between the sites. Use current walking directions and check access and any timed admission when planning the day.
Sign in to make this yours ↗A suggested sequence, not a booking or a timed route. Leave room for meals, travel and queues. Check each venue’s current hours and access before choosing your date.
Day 01
Thonburi / Culture
Wat Prayurawongsawat
Wat Prayurawongsawat is close to the bridge and provides the first temple stop before entering the neighbourhood streets.
Kudi Chin / Culture
Santa Cruz Church, Bangkok
Walk towards Santa Cruz Church and take time to notice the Kudi Chin neighbourhood around its domed façade.
Thonburi / Culture
Wat Kanlayanamit
Continue to Wat Kanlayanamit, whose large riverbank hall and revered Buddha connect Thai and Chinese devotional traditions.
Bangkok Yai / Culture
Wat Arun
Finish at Wat Arun, allowing time to look closely at the central prang rather than seeing it only from across the river.
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