Alangka Dinner Cruise

The Grand Palace is a building complex in the center of Bangkok. Since 1782, the palace has served as the royal residence of the Kings of Siam. The magnificent construction of this palace, which has been built together by all of the monarchs over time, is what makes it so unique. Since it has evolved over a long period, it is a beautiful mash-up of various architectural styles that were popular at different times. Once, it also housed the Thai war ministry, governmental offices, and even the mint. Today, the complex serves as Thailand's spiritual core, holding numerous structures, notably the sacred temple of the Emerald Buddha.

The Holy Rosary Church in Bangkok is a testament to the country's religious diversity. Situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the Holy Rosary Church is where one of Bangkok's oldest populations, the Portuguese, comes to worship. After the fall of their original settlement of Ayutthaya in 1787, the Portuguese inhabitants built this chapel on land granted by King Rama V. This church, also known as Kalawar Church, has Gothic Revival architecture and cream-colored walls that can be easily seen from a distance.

The reddish dome of the Santa Cruz Church is a distinctive sight on the Chao Phraya River, nestled among antique dwellings on the river banks. This historic Catholic church, built in 1770, is a remnant of Portuguese-Siamese relations dating back to the 16th century. Before it burned down in 1833, this church was also Bangkok's first wooden church. It was rebuilt twice, with Chinese and Italian architectural elements, and is thus, sometimes even called ‘The Chinese Church’. Due to the presence of this church, its neighboring area is also known as Santa Cruz.

While cruising down the Chao Phraya River, the majestic ordination hall of Wat Kalayanamitr is sure to catch your attention. The temple's ordination hall, constructed in 1825 by Chaophraya Nikonbodin, is one of Thailand's highest structures and features a 15-meter-tall limestone and gold-leaf Buddha statue. This temple is unmissable when traveling up the river because of its characteristic complex roof tinted with gold, orange, red, and green, which stands in strong contrast to its white-washed walls. The temple houses thousands of Buddhist monks and has one of the greatest Buddhist libraries in the world.

Wat Arun, also known as Wat Chaeng in the local community, is a prominent temple on the bank of the Chao Phraya River. It is counted among the most beautiful temples in Bangkok, not just because of its riverbank location but also because its architecture is unlike any other temple in the Thai capital city. Also nicknamed the 'Temple of Dawn,' Wat Arun is named after the Hindu God Aruna and features Khmer architecture, including colorfully adorned spires that tower over the sea. It houses a beautiful Buddha statue designed by King Rama II himself.

Rama VIII Bridge is a modern architectural icon in Bangkok that connects the old town area (Visutkasat) with the Arun Amarin region. It was constructed to relieve traffic congestion from Rattanakosin island to Thonburi and took about three years to complete. The Rama VIII suspended bridge is particularly known for its distinct asymmetrical structure and is now the world's largest asymmetrical cable-stayed bridge. For the best views of this iconic bridge, take a river cruise and see the bridge as it sparkles in the night sky.

Constructed in 1932, the Memorial Bridge, locally known as Phra Phutta Yodfa, is the first bridge to cross the Chao Phraya River. Nearly ninety years later, it is merely one of several much larger bridges that currently cross the river, yet none have experienced the many changes and historical occurrences that Memorial Bridge has. The bridge's middle section gets separated to allow larger ships to sail through. It is also home to a prominent night market where visitors may shop for various items such as clothes, toys, and fashion accessories.

While traveling down the Chao Phraya River, you will come across an imposing glass structure that will undoubtedly attract your attention. This is IconSiam, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Bangkok. It is located along the Chao Phraya River and features over 7,000 stores, 100 restaurants, and even a floating market. IconSiam is the city's largest shopping mall, spanning 750,000 square meters. Besides shopping, you can do several activities at IconSiam, such as exploring the IconSiam Heritage Museum, strolling at the River Park, and so on. It also comprises several cafes and restaurants, including ones with 3 Michelin stars.

Asiatique was once one of the busiest shipping ports in Thailand, receiving freight from all over the world. It has now been transformed into a massive shopping village housing over 1500 stalls and around 50 food outlets, bars, and restaurants. Situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya river, this night market is always bustling with tourists and locals. It also has a big Ferris wheel riding which you can obtain a picturesque view of the river and the city beyond.