Discover the sights of Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of Thailand. The historic city is one of the most visited places in the country and is known for its impressive temples and ruins from the ancient kingdom of Siam, including, for example. Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon or Wat Lokayasutharam. As the temples are close to each other, you can either organize a private tuk-tuk tour or book a guided tour, e.g. via GetYourGuideª. Tip: Ayutthaya is located approx. 80 km north of Bangkok and is therefore also ideal as a day trip!
All Highlights
All highlights in Ayutthaya
Wat Mahathat (Ayutthaya)
Wat Mahathat is the landmark of the ruined city of Ayutthaya, which was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Siam until 1767. Today, the Ayutthaya Historical Park with more than 40 temples - once there were over 400 temples - is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world every day. Wat Mahathat, one of the oldest and most important temples in the city's history, is located in the city center. The approximately 50 meter high Prang (= ancient temple spire, built in Khmer style)...
Journey to Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya is located around 80 km north of Bangkok and does not have its own airport. The quickest way to get there is via the highway from Bangkok. You can reach the ancient city either as part of a day tour including transfer, by rental car or by cab. A cab ride from Bangkok costs between 1,200-1,800 baht and takes one to one and a half hours, depending on traffic. Budget travelers can also choose the bus for only 80-150 baht (from Mo Chit) or take the train for 20-350 baht (from Hua Lamphong, Krung Thep Aphiwat (Bang Sue) or Don Mueang Airport). The train journey takes around 45-80 minutes. Ticket prices vary depending on train class and comfort - for example, there are compartments with or without air conditioning. You can also book the connections online at 12go.asiaª. Finally, there is another way to Ayutthaya: via the Chao Phraya River! From Bangkok you can enjoy an exciting River cruiseª, which will take you to the old capital in 3-4 hours.
Excursions in Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya is the City of temples! There are over 400 ancient temple ruins here, dating back to the heyday of the ancient Ayutthaya kingdom (1351-1767). Many of them are now part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and are under international protection. In the city center is the core of the "Ayutthaya Historical Park", where the most famous temples Wat Mahathat, Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Wat Lokaya Sutha are located. Other temples worth seeing are Wat Chai Watthanaram, Wat Phutthai Sawan, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and the ruins of Wat Kudi Dao. You can find all temple tours on GetYourGuideª, Viatorª or Klookª.
