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Bangkok: Private luxury car rental with professional driver

1. Bangkok: Private luxury car rental with professional driver

Explore the sights in Bangkok with a professional driver chaffeuring you around in a private air-conditioned luxury vehicle. Tailor the day to your own interests, with your driver taking care of the transportation, hotel pickup and hotel drop-off in Bangkok. Keep your private driver and vehicle at your disposal for 4, 8 or 12 hours as desired as long as it is within Bangkok. After booking, benefit from a free guidance service to help you plan your itinerary. The plan is flexible as it is a self-guided tour—you can explore the historical sights such as the Grant Palace, Wat Pho. Alternatively, you can even choose to visit the modern side of Bangkok which are the luxurious shopping malls, hotel rooftop bars, or the hottest skyscraper like Mahanakhon building. Plan a draft itinerary in advance in order to avoid driving back and forth through the heavy Bangkok traffic and maximize your time in the city.

Bangkok: Private Car Hire to Lopburi the Monkey City

2. Bangkok: Private Car Hire to Lopburi the Monkey City

Explore Lopburi, the former abandoned capital city of Thailand, now famous for the hundreds of Macaque monkeys that have overrun the area. Discover the secrets of Lopburi, which was once home to King Narai, and trace the steps of Thai history. Purchase some snacks from the onsite monkey temple to feed your new furry friends and try to snap a selfie, but watch out as these monkeys can be a little mischievous. Wander around Narai palace and visit the impressive Khmer ruin and San Phra Kan, a modern spirit shrine. Then relax on your way back to your hotel in your own private car.

Bangkok: Grand Palace Self-Guided Walking Tour

3. Bangkok: Grand Palace Self-Guided Walking Tour

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Once downloaded, your tour begins at the Grand Palace gates, in the heart of bustling Bangkok. From there, you’ll enter the spacious grounds and get your first good look at this ancient, storied complex. One of the first things you’ll see on your route is the famous Emerald Buddha. This incredible statue is perhaps the most well known of the Palace’s many wonders, and for good reason. There’s plenty of history (and mystery) behind this statue, all of which you’ll soon uncover! Next, you’ll see other intricate statues, including one depicting a terrifying demon that holds an important place in Thai legends. Then you’ll follow a route through the rest of the Palace, taking in sights such as the shimmering Golden Chedi and the deeply sacred Hor Phra Monthian temple. While you explore, you’ll be learning all about the history, culture, and mythology behind the plentiful works of art which decorate the palace. At last, you’ll see the extravagant Borom Phiman Mansion before continuing to a pair of fascinating museums. Then you’ll complete your circuit of the Palace. Your tour will conclude back at the main gate, right near where it began.

Bangkok: Wat Arun Self-Guided Audio Tour

4. Bangkok: Wat Arun Self-Guided Audio Tour

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Once downloaded, your tour of Wat Arun begins at the temple’s ticket gate. From there, you’ll enter the grounds and take in your first good view of the awe-inspiring complex. The Grand Pagoda will be your first stop, towering overhead at 270 feet and bedecked in intricate carvings. Your audio guide will help you decipher this beautiful artwork as you admire the pagoda. When you head toward the Upper Terraces, up next, you’ll dig into the history of Buddhism in Thailand, and how Wat Arun was designed to specifically honor and reference scenes from the Buddha’s life. At the top of those terraces, breathtaking views of the Chao Phraya River await you. From there, you’ll continue on to a replica of the actual Buddha’s footprint, forever preserved in stone. Then you’ll head to the main attraction: the Ordination Hall. At the entrance gate, you’ll encounter two enormous statues of demons and hear their story. In the Ordination Hall itself, you’ll find a huge number of statues and murals honoring the life of the Buddha. As you take your time exploring this deeply sacred place, you’ll learn how to identify some of the key elements of the hall. Your tour concludes here, but you’re free to stick around as long as you’d like!

Bangkok: Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) Self-Guided Audio Tour

5. Bangkok: Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) Self-Guided Audio Tour

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Once downloaded, your tour of Wat Pho begins just outside the temple complex. Once you’ve entered, you’ll stop first at the number one attraction: the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. As you admire the 150-foot statue inside the temple, you’ll discover what exactly it depicts, as well as why that matters a whole lot! Next, you’ll head to a raised garden featuring a painted mural and a Bodhi tree—that’s the same kind of tree the Buddha meditated under while he was trying to reach enlightenment. Afterward, as you make your way to the Scripture Hall, you’ll encounter huge statues representing guardian demons. In the Scripture Hall itself, you’ll find a whole library of the Buddha’s early teachings. After that, you’ll make your way to the Sermon Hall, one of the oldest buildings in the compound. Then you’ll continue on to the towering pagodas of the Royal Chedi. Up next is Phra Rabiang, containing a staggering 400 images of the Buddha. During your visit, you’ll learn how they all got there, as well as what some of them mean. You’ll then cross the chapel yard to the south entrance, which features a statue of the Buddha delivering his first sermon. Here, you’ll learn a little about the Eightfold Path before continuing on into the Ordination Hall, the most sacred building in the complex. There, you’ll hear all about the Buddha, his teachings, and legends about him which were integral to the creation of Wat Pho. After taking your time admiring the art, the statues, and the history contained here, you’ll arrive at the conclusion of your tour.

Bangkok: The Chinatown Mystery Exploration Game

6. Bangkok: The Chinatown Mystery Exploration Game

Solve challenges and move the story forward while seeing the sights in Bangkok's Chinatown with this city exploration game for your phone. Get exact directions that will guide you to each location. Start the game at Hua Lamphong subway station and move through Chinatown as you unlock each new exciting piece of the story. Explore at your own pace, pause the game and resume anytime from the same place. Finish your adventure at the Wedding store. Download the app to your phone so you can play without mobile data. Go on an adventure by yourself, or with a group while learning about Bangkok's fascinating Chinatown neighborhood.

Bangkok: Chinatown and Wat Traimit Self-Guided Walking Tour

7. Bangkok: Chinatown and Wat Traimit Self-Guided Walking Tour

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Once downloaded, your tour will begin at Wat Traimit itself: the Temple of the Golden Buddha. In the courtyard, you’ll get a good look at the impressive structure while your audio companion explains the significance of the ancient temple. Then you’ll proceed inside, where you’ll get an up-close look at the famous statue from which this temple gets its name. The enormous 11,000 lb Golden Buddha is hard to miss! Here, you’ll hear the dramatic history behind this Buddha, including how it was almost lost to the sands of time! When ready, you’ll continue next to the impressive Chinatown Gate, which mimics the ancient, towering gates one might find in Chinese city centers. As you pass through it, the tour narrator will fill you in on why Bangkok’s Chinatown is so important… and so big. Make sure you bring an appetite for the next part of the tour! You’ll be strolling down Yaowarat Road, a premier destination for authentic and delicious street food. As you walk, you’ll hear recommendations for some of the best places to stop, including the first-ever Michelin-starred street food stall! As you continue toward Sampeng Lane, you’ll also learn why Buddhism is so important to Thailand and how it spread there in the first place. Finally, you’ll arrive at Sampeng Lane, a shopping destination like no other. If you’re looking for a souvenir to remind you of your trip, this sprawling market is the best place to be. Your tour concludes here.

Bangkok: Self-Guided Audio Tour

8. Bangkok: Self-Guided Audio Tour

See the best of Bangkok as you take advantage of the navigation functionality and suggested walking routes offered by this self-guided audio tour. There's so much to explore in Thailand's capital. Immerse yourself in the culture and history of the city as you check out iconic landmarks including the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Lumphini Park, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Make sure you tune in to the audio commentary to hear all about the tourist hotspots. Go at your own pace and take a break whenever you fancy. When you’re ready, plan your next walking route, pinpoint your favorite sights, and seek out the best photo opportunities as you continue to explore the city.

Bangkok: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour of Top 4 Temples

9. Bangkok: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour of Top 4 Temples

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Once downloaded, your tour will begin near the entrance of each of your tour destinations, at a spot marked by your GPS. This tour bundle includes tours of: The Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and Wat Traimit. At the Grand Palace, you will find some of the most-photographed architecture in all of Thailand. The soaring pagodas, temples, and halls are sure to inspire awe in any visitor! The palace is also home to Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. One of Thailand’s most famous Buddha statues, this historic artifact is small but mighty, standing out among its many golden siblings. As you tour the palace grounds, you’ll hear all about the Kings of Siam and the complex history of Thailand’s rulers through the ages. Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is considered one of the holiest sites in Thailand. That’s thanks to the Reclining Buddha himself, who you’ll see immediately upon entering the temple. At 150 long and 50 feet high, this statue is impossible to miss! It depicts parinirvana, or the moment the Buddha died and ascended to Nirvana. But this temple is much more than just one sculpture! As you explore, you’ll also see a Bodhi tree like the one the Buddha meditated under, four huge royal pagodas, a scripture hall containing some of the Buddha’s earliest writings, and much more! Wat Arun, also called the Temple of Dawn, is the oldest temple in all of Bangkok. The most famous sight you’ll see here is the breathtaking Ordination Hall, a deeply sacred place dominated by an immense golden Buddha. As you tour, you’ll learn a whole lot about the history of Buddhism and its importance in Thailand. You’ll even see what many believe to be a replica cast of the Buddha’s footprint! To make your trip even better, Wat Arun stands high above the city, offering unbeatable views of Bangkok’s skyline. Wat Traimit, the Temple of the Golden Buddha, houses one of Thailand’s most fascinating artifacts. The Golden Buddha itself is a 5-ton statue made of solid gold which was almost lost to the sands of time! Unearth this riveting history as you admire the statue up close. Then, you’ll move on to Bangkok’s Chinatown district, one of the largest and most impressive in the entire world! You’ll walk down the storied Yaowarat Road, past stall after stall of mouth watering street food, and your tour will give you pointers about the very best places to eat while you’re there! You’ll also see how the Chinese population has influenced Thai Buddhism at Wat Mangkon Kamalawat before moving on to the bustling marketplace of Sampeng Lane. If you want to get a proper dose of Bangkok culture, this is it!

Bangkok: Private Mini-Coach Rental with Guide

10. Bangkok: Private Mini-Coach Rental with Guide

Let your professional mini-coach rental driver transport you safely and comfortably. The mini coach is suitable for a day tour with smaller groups, or for limited access areas with seating for groups of 19 passenger. An English-speaking guide will accompany you for your journey, and you can also customize almost any tour to suit your schedule. An expert local driver will also lead your sightseeing tour, providing you with safe and courteous service. Your knowledgeable staff can discuss custom tour options with you, as they specialize in custom tours through Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, or Pattaya. Whether this is your first time in Thailand or your hundredth, let your guides assist you in creating a unique sightseeing tour.

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What people are saying about Bangkok

You can also buy a self guided tour at the palace for less money. Be aware that neither includes the entry fee which is 500 bhaat each. The palace audio tour allows two people to use it. The get your guide audio allows for more. So it’s a better deal if you have more people in your group.

This was a great way to get a good picture of the historical context and significance of everything we saw. I sometimes have problems understanding and hearing a live guide, and this is clear, informative and we could go at our own pace. Definitely recommend.

A very good and recommendable tour if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The driver (Sam) was very attentive and a pleasant person to talk to, always helpful and ready to answer any questions.

Our driver was amazing! Very attentive, easy communication and great driving. Made our day moving through Bangkok much easier! Would highly recommend.

Everything worked out very well. Would always book through GetYourGuide. We were in Lopburi, had a very nice car and a friendly driver.