Bangkok Noi

Bangkok Noi Unmissables

Bangkok Noi preserves Thailand's riverside history through its diverse landmarks. The district is home to Wat Arun’s porcelain-decorated prang and Wat Rakhang’s historic bells. Cultural highlights include the National Museum of Royal Barges, housing eight ceremonial vessels, and the specialized Siriraj Medical Museum. For local commerce, the area features the Taling Chan Floating Market and the specialized Tha Phra Chan amulet market. This selection spans the royal relics of Wat Maha That to the bustling ferry hubs along the Chao Phraya River, offering a concentrated look at traditional Thai life.

Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan

Buddhist temple known for its distinctive central prang decorated with colorful porcelain and mythological figures, situated on a riverside. It is a significant cultural and architectural landmark reflecting Thai, Hindu, Chinese, and Khmer influences.

Taling Chan Floating Market

Opened in 1987, this floating market offers a unique opportunity to glimpse into the daily lives of the locals, as well as to experience…

Wat Maha That Yuwarat Rangsarit Ratchaworamahawihan

One of the ten royal temples of the highest class was originally built to house the relics of Buddha.

Wat Rakhang Kositaram Woramahawihan

This royal temple is also known as Temple of the Bells after its five bells that were donated to the temple by King Rama I, who also…

Tha Phra Chan Market - Amulets market

As the name suggests, this is where you should go hunting for amulets. You might stumble upon some intriguing pieces.

National Museum of Royal Barges

Displaying 8 out of 52 significant royal barges, the museum opened in 1972 on the site of a former dry dock.

Siriraj Medical Museum

This is probably one of the most bizarre museums you may run into. It displays cyclop babies, murder weapons or hanged corpses which are…

Wat Arun Pier

Hop on one of many boats or ferries operating on the river and enjoy a truly unique ride.