Home > To visit in Thailand > Places to visit in Ayutthaya > Wat Mongkhon Bophit

Visit Wat Mongkhon Bophit (Ayutthaya)

Presentation Wat Mongkhon Bophit

g_translate Thai name : วัดมงคลบพิตร

push_pin GPS : 14.35493192,100.55777550 (See on the map)

reviews My opinion: starstarstarstar

If you are looking for accommodation near Wat Mongkhon Bophit, you can see here a list of hotels near Wat Mongkhon Bophit

Right next to Wat Phra Si Sanphet, built in the early 20th century, it consists of one single wihaan in a very simple architectural style but on its front, the slopes of the roofs are beautifully decorated and it houses one of the largest bronze Buddhas the country.
On its right, there is a market with souvenir stalls and small places to eat and drink.

Need a hotel near Wat Mongkhon Bophit ?

Do you want to stay in a hotel near Wat Mongkhon Bophit ?

See here a list of accommodations close to Wat Mongkhon Bophit

Practical information about Wat Mongkhon Bophit

Open from 7 am to 5 pm (no admission fee)

To go visit Wat Mongkhon Bophit, you can also book one of the tours above.

How to get to Wat Mongkhon Bophit ?

You can get to Wat Mongkhon Bophit by renting a bike from one of the many rental shops in downtown Ayutthaya or from your accommodation (they sometimes make them available to their customers for free) or hire the services of a tuk-tuk just to go to this temple or for a whole city tour for a price around 200 THB per hour. Depending on the location of your hotel in Ayutthaya, it may also be easy to get there by walking. Otherwise, you can also rent a scooter at your accommodation sometimes or in town.

Some tours going Wat Mongkhon Bophit

Private Tour to Ayutthaya from Bangkok

Offered in English english guide

Visit Ayutthaya, former capital of the Kingdom of Siam and its superb historical sites classified as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. And discover a ryal palace by the river. Day trip from Bangkok.

Ayutthaya & Lopburi Day tour from Bangkok

Offered in English english guide

Discover Ayutthaya and its historic UNESCO heritage sites and Lopburi, the city of the monkeys, on a day trip from Bangkok. An offer for people who want to do a lot in a short time ;)

Search visits in Thailand by destination

Find Wat Mongkhon Bophit on GoogleMap

Rules to respect when visiting a temple

Wat Mongkhon Bophit is a temple and when you visit a temple in Thailand there are some rules to know and follow :

Dress properly (knees and shoulders should be covered)
Take off your shoes when entering the buildings
Be quiet
Don't hug or kiss
Don't point your feet to Buddha's image
Don't smoke

A little tip for the guide ?

If Thailandee.com website has helped you prepare your travel in Thailand, do not hesitate to give me a small tip by clicking on the button below. Thanks a lot !