Download an app-based, self-guided audio tour at the Wat Pho in Bangkok. Discover the Temple of the Reclining Buddha at your own pace and learn more about its architecture and history.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Valid 365 days
- from first activation
- Instant confirmation
- Optional audio guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Use an app-based self-guided audio tour to explore the Temple of the Reclining Bhudda
- Learn about the history of the site, and its importance to royal dynasties throughout the centuries
- Admire the beautiful architecture of the temples, and the large collection of Buddha statues
Full description
Take a narrated, offline, self-guided audio walking tour of the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) in Bangkok. Discover the largest reclining Buddha statue in Thailand and explore the complex of four temples that houses the largest collection of Buddha statues in the country. Enjoy a tour has been developed by local guides, curated by creative writers, and narrated by professional voice artists.
Use your self-guided audio tour to explore the Wat Pho complex at your own pace. Begin at the complex entrance and follow the route provided on the app. Learn more about the architecture of the temples which is notably different from other temples in Thailand. Hear interesting facts and trivia about the site as you explore.
Discover more about the history of the site and its role as The Royal Temple of King Rama I of the Chakri Dynasty. Learn about the 1,360 marble inscriptions related to medical, historical, and liberal sciences located throughout the temples. Gain comprehensive insight into one of Bangkok's most famous landmarks throughout your tour.
Includes
- Self-guided tour taken via the app
- Unique password (sent by email) for access to the app
- Map on your phone
- Audio narration
- Written text explanations
- Food or drinks
- Live guide
- Entry tickets
- Transportation
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with mobility impairments
Covid-19 precautions
Traveler requirements
- You must bring your own headphones
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
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Meeting point
This is a self-guided tour. It begins at the Reclining Buddha. Be sure to check your email to download the app, enter your unique password, and access your tour. From there, simply follow the audio instructions and the route. If you have any questions, please contact the local partner by phone, chat, or email.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sun hat
- Headphones
- Long pants
- Charged Smartphone
- Face mask or protective covering
- sarong
- Long-sleeved shirt
Not allowed
- Shorts
- Short skirts
- Sleeveless shirts
Know before you go
- This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you
- This tour has been developed by local guides, curated by creative writers, and narrated by professional voice artists
- Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
- This tour is valid from the moment of booking. You will not need to change the booking if your travel plans change
- Please note that entry to the site is not included and must be purchased separately