landmark
Grand Palace
A dazzling complex of ornate halls, pavilions, and the sacred Emerald Buddha temple that served as the Thai royal residence for 150 years.
1 km · about 5 min drive
AsiaThailandBangkok
Wat Arun
Bangkok, Thailand · Asia
About Wat Arun
Wat Arun works well as a base: 10km from Bhumibol Bridge.
Wat Arun is in Bangkok, Thailand, with about 14,000 people. You drive on the left here.
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan (Thai: วัดอรุณราชวราราม ราชวรมหาวิหาร ) or Wat Arun (Thai pronunciation: [wát ʔarun], "Temple of Dawn") is a Buddhist temple (wat) in the Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, Thailand. It is situated in Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The temple derives itsRead more
name from the Hindu god Aruṇa, often personified as the radiations of the rising sun. Built with a fusion of Indian influences, incorporating elements of both Hindu and Buddhist symbolism, as well as reflecting Siamese tradition and identity. Wat Arun is among the best known of Thailand's landmarks. Although the temple has existed since at least the 17th century, its distinctive prang (spire) was built in the early 19th century during the reigns of Rama II and Rama III.
Where to Stay in Wat Arun
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Filter presets
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Wat Arun.
Explore the Area
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Wat Arun.
Loading map...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Wat Arun?
Within an hour or so of Wat Arun: Grand Palace (1 km), Khao San Road (2 km), Raan Jay Fai (2 km), Chatuchak Weekend Market (9 km).
Where is Wat Arun?
Wat Arun is in Bangkok, Thailand.
Road trip
Drive to Wat Arun
Add it as a stop and the planner works out the driving, the nights and what's worth seeing on the way.
Start planningWhat's nearby?
Swipe through places to go
Places within a drive of Wat Arun. Keep the ones you like and add them to your trip.
Explore now
Quick Information
- Population
- 14,100
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Thailand
- Region
- Bangkok
- Timezone
- Asia/Bangkok
- Coordinates
- 13.7413, 100.4884
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Thailand
Tourist police (English): 1155.
Full driving guide for ThailandTags
Worth the detour from Wat Arun
5 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Khao San Road
Bangkok's legendary backpacker street buzzing with budget guesthouses, street food vendors, bars, and a nonstop party atmosphere.
2 km · about 5 min drive
restaurant
Raan Jay Fai
Supinya Junsuta cooks over charcoal in ski goggles at this Mahachai Road shophouse, which took a Michelin star in 2018: the first Bangkok street stall to do so. The crab omelette is the reason for the queue.
2 km · about 5 min drive
landmark
Chatuchak Weekend Market
One of the world's largest outdoor markets with over 15,000 stalls selling everything from vintage clothes to live pets across 35 acres.
9 km · about 20 min drive
bridge
Bhumibol Bridge
Striking twin cable-stayed spans carrying Bangkok's Industrial Ring Road over two bends of the Chao Phraya River, their diamond-shaped pylons a landmark of the southern skyline.
10 km · about 20 min drive
Driving roads near Wat Arun
- Right hereBhumibol BridgeStriking twin cable-stayed spans carrying Bangkok's Industrial Ring Road over two bends of the Chao Phraya River, their diamond-shaped pylons a landmark of the southern skyline.
When to drive here
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
Nearby Destinations
Other places to explore near Wat Arun.
Plan a trip around Wat Arun
Your trip starts here
Plan a road trip from Wat Arun.
Pick the days, drop in the stops, and share it with whoever's coming.