Wat Arun in Bangkok: Visitor Guide
Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn or Wat Chaeng, stands beside the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. Its central prang rises more than 80 metres and is decorated with Chinese porcelain tiles and fragments of Benjarong pottery. Allow around 60–90 minutes for your visit.
Practical information
Opening hours
Daily: 08:00–18:00
Location
Why visit
Wat Arun is one of Bangkok's most recognisable landmarks, especially when viewed from across the Chao Phraya River. Up close, its intricate porcelain mosaics reveal details that are easy to miss from a distance. The temple also fits naturally into a sightseeing day with Wat Pho and the Grand Palace on the opposite bank.
Our tip
Dress respectfully and allow around 60–90 minutes to explore the temple rather than rushing through your visit.
Practical tips
• Open daily from 08:00 to 18:00.
• Allow around 60–90 minutes for your visit.
• Dress respectfully.
• Most of the visit takes place outdoors.
• The site is suitable for families.