Temples Visitor information
Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
Bangkok Yai, Bangkok
Thailand attraction guide Visitor information
Temples
Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600
Venue Summary
An iconic riverside temple famous for its porcelain-encrusted central prang.
Why this place matters
Discover Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
Wat Arun is named after Aruna, the Indian God of Dawn. Its most notable feature is its central prang (Khmer-style tower), which is decorated with colorful porcelain and ceramic tiles donated by local residents in the 19th century.
Perfect forSunset viewsArchitectureCulture
What to see
The experiences you should not miss
Nyak (giant guardians)
Ordination Hall
Everything you need for a smooth visit
Plan your visit
Opening arrangements can change for ceremonies, weather or maintenance. We date-check practical information and link the primary sources below.
- Opening hours
- Open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Tickets and admission
- 100 THB for foreigners, Free for Thais.
- Best time to visit
- Late afternoon / sunset when the temple lights up.
Insider planning advice
Climb the steep steps on the central prang for stunning views of the Chao Phraya River, but exercise caution.
- Check current opening times before travelling.
- Dress rules may apply. Cover shoulders and knees.
- Carry cash for small fees, toilets, lockers or local transport.
- Use official ticket counters and check current visitor information.
Check the official information
Photo credit: Diliff · CC BY 2.5
Visitor Reviews (0)
You haven't submitted any reviews yet.
Temples in Bangkok Yai, Bangkok
Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) is located at 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600 in Bangkok Yai, Bangkok.
Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
TemplesTickets and admission100 THB for foreigners, Free for Thais
Opening HoursOpen daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location Address158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600
Nearby in Bangkok Yai
Walking Distance
Nearby Places
Plan Your Thailand Trip
Sign up free to save this place and build your personalised itinerary
Build your Thailand itinerary by saving places to your trip planner
Public Tourism Information
Community-sourced public information — not venue-managed
This is a free community listing to help promote Thailand tourism for both domestic visitors and international travellers. It is not managed by the attraction. For official information, visit the Tourism Authority of Thailand website.
Visit Official Thailand Tourism Website