Ayutthaya
About 1 hr 15 min by train from Bangkok
Temple ruins of the old Siamese capital, with a Buddha head entwined in tree roots.
Why locals go
A history trip up the river.
Visiting Bangkok?
At 1 hr 15 min by train, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Bangkok for your flight home.
What to book
- Bike between ruins
- Wat Mahathat
- River boat tour around the island
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunset at Wat Chaiwatthanaram
- Riverside guesthouse
With friends
- Bike tour of the ruins
- Boat noodle lunch
When to go
November to February.