Wat Arun
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Location: วัดอรุณราชวราราม ราชวรมหาวิหาร (Wat Arun)
Phone: +66 2 891 2185
Address: 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
Public Transit:
MRT Station: Itsaraphap (BL32)
Distance: 850 meters
Time: 10–12 minutes walk
Location Information
Detailed Access:
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River Access (Most Popular): Take the Chao Phraya Express Boat to Tha Tien Pier (N8), then take a small cross-river ferry (approx. 5 THB) to the Wat Arun Pier.
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Land Access: If arriving by car or MRT, you will enter from the west side via Wang Doem Road.
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Viewpoint: For the best sunset photos, visit the riverside across from the temple (Tha Tien side), which is lined with rooftop bars and restaurants.
Visitor Essentials:
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The Highlight: The central Prang (spire) stands over 70 meters tall and is intricately decorated with tiny pieces of colored Chinese porcelain and seashells.
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Pro Tip: While named the “Temple of Dawn,” it is exceptionally beautiful at sunset when the lights turn on, casting a golden glow over the river.
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Dress Code: Strict modest dress is required (shoulders and knees covered). Sarongs are usually available for rent at the entrance.
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Opening Hours: 08:00 AM – 06:00 PM daily.
