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Bangkok Watergate Temple Transportation Guide Recommended: Take a taxi directly to save trouble

#Bangkok Transportation Guide When traveling to Thailand, the Big Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok is an attraction you cannot miss. This 20-story-high, hand-made golden bronze statue of the Buddha is majestic and spectacular, attracting countless tourists to worship and check in. Although the golden statue of the Buddha is still under reconstruction, the unique charm of the temple remains undiminished. If you want to save time and arrive easily, taking a taxi is the most convenient way. How to take a taxi and what to pay attention to There are two common ways to take a taxi in Bangkok. One is to hail a taxi on the roadside, but be careful to tell the driver "By Meter" before getting in to avoid being ripped off. If the driver is unwilling to use the meter, it is recommended to change cars directly. Another way is to use online car-hailing apps such as Grab, Bolt, etc. These softwares are easy to use, have transparent prices, and can track the driver's location in real time, so there is no need to worry about taking detours. Set the destination as "Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen" in the software in advance, and you can wait for the driver to accept the order with peace of mind. Reference time and cost of taking a taxi from different departure points • From Suvarnabhumi International Airport: The distance is quite long and the driving time is about 50 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on the traffic conditions. The cost is around 350 - 500 THB. If you travel late at night or during peak hours, additional charges may apply. • From Siam Square in the center of Bangkok: The journey is relatively short, normally it takes 30 - 40 minutes to arrive, and the cost is about 200 - 300 baht. However, traffic congestion is the norm in Bangkok, especially during peak hours in the morning and evening. The taxi ride time may be extended, so it is best to plan your time in advance before traveling. Suggestions for things to do after arrival After arriving at Shuimen Temple, in addition to experiencing the majesty of the Buddha up close in the temple, you can also explore different photo-taking spots in the surrounding area. For example, if you navigate from the gate of Shui Men Temple to "60 soi phetkasem 15 alley", and walk through some alleys, you can find a check-in spot in the alley facing the Buddha; continue walking forward and you will reach the Shipyard Café, where you can not only have a drink, but also take photos with the Buddha in the semi-open-air area by the water. In addition, the pier in front of the Water Gate Temple provides boat sightseeing services, which cost about 200 baht per person and take about an hour. The boatman will take you to three best viewing angles for taking photos. Looking at the Big Buddha from the river is another kind of shock. #BangkokTravel #WatergateBuddha #ThailandFreeTravel #TaxiGuide #ThailandAttractions #BangkokTransportationGuide #TravelOverseas #ThailandCheck-in
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Posted: May 23, 2025
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