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Chao Phraya River (Mae Nam Chao Phraya)
The Chao Phraya River, also known as Mae Nam Chao Phraya, is the lifeblood of Bangkok, winding through the heart of the city. This iconic waterway is not only a vital transportation route but also a stunning backdrop for some of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks, including the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The river bustles with activity, from longtail boats and ferries to luxury dinner cruises, offering visitors a unique perspective of the city. Whether you're sightseeing, enjoying a river cruise, or simply taking in the views, the Chao Phraya River provides an unforgettable experience.
Chao Phraya River (Mae Nam Chao Phraya) Tours & Excursions
Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Luxury White Dinner Cruise Free Flow Beer and Wine
€46
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise with Drinks
€53
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Canal Tour Local Life Along Waterways ends Wat Arun
€18
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise free Beer
€31
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Royal Princess River Dinner Cruise with Live Music
€36
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Yodsiam Sightseeing Cruise Snacks & Unlimited Beer
€22
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Alangka Luxury Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise
€37
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun
€25
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Bangkok - Thailand
From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Ancient City Temple Tour
€59
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Bangkok - Thailand
Walking tour Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha and Wat Pho
€58
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Bangkok - Thailand
Experience Typical Thailand at Night including Streetfood
€133
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Bangkok - Thailand
Luxury Dinner on Chao Phraya Princess River Cruise with Pickup SHA Pl
€100
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Bangkok - Thailand
Koh Kret Island Bike Tour from Bangkok with Mon Culture & Lunch
€94
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Bangkok - Thailand
Grand Pearl Dinner Cruise Experience at Bangkok with Pickup
€128
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Bangkok - Thailand
Grand Pearl Luxury Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admission TicketSHA Plus
€59
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Airport Layover Special : Touch of Thailand 8 Hours Tour
€366
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Night Lights: Famous Landmarks by Tuk Tuk
€94
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Bangkok - Thailand
Half Day Special City Tour from Bangkok
€205
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkoks Popular Night Bike Tour
€130
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Bangkok - Thailand
Evening Bangkok City Tour with Grand Palace & Reclining Buddha
€88
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Island Hopping Tour with Lunch & Massage
€142
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Bangkok - Thailand
Amazing Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew & Wat Arun
€270
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bike Historic Bangkok Tours : Pedal Through the Old City of Bangkok
€55
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Bangkok - Thailand
Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admission Ticket
€48
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha & Temple of Dawn
€95
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Best Canal Tour- Flower Art & Artists House Food of Fame
€212
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkoks Best By Boat : Royal Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Tour
€39
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Bang Krachao Island Countryside Bicycle Tour with Lunch
€75
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Bangkok - Thailand
Wonderful Pearl Luxury Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Transfer
€144
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Bangkok - Thailand
Lost in Bangkok : Green Lung Jungle Bicycle Ride with Lunch
€176
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Bangkok - Thailand
Shore Excursion from Bangkok Port- Shopping Massage Food Tasting
€409
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Bangkok - Thailand
Koh Kret Island Bike Tour from Bangkok with Mon Culture & Lunch
€93
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Bangkok - Thailand
Shore Excursion from Laem Chabang Port: Bangkok Shopping, Massage & Food Tasting
€214
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Express Boat Tour -River, Temple of Sun, Reclining Buddha
€74
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Bangkok - Thailand
Ayutthaya Bicycle Tour, ATV, Floating Market and Sunset Sail
€147
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Bangkok - Thailand
New Year Party : Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admissi
€191
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Bangkok - Thailand
Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok with Grand Pearl River Cruise
€101
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Tour By Selfie Expert : LittleIndia, WatTraimit, WatPho
€230
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Bangkok - Thailand
Amazing Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha & Wat Arun
€85
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkoks Green Lung Jungle Cycling Adventure Tour
€153
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Private Long tail boat Canal tour
€21
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Join In Long tail boat Canal Tour
Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkoks Grand Palace, Best Three Temples & Iconic Attractions
€362
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Bangkok - Thailand
Shore Excursion Laem Chabang Port : Grand Palace & Famous Temples
€524
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkoks Hidden Oasis : Explore Bangkoks Green Lung, Bang Krachao
€360
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Bangkok - Thailand
Private Tuk Tuk Tour at Bangkok : Evening with Local Host
€175
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Bangkok - Thailand
Evening Tuk Tuk Private City Tour at Bangkok with Dinner
€120
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Hindu Landmarks Tour with Grand Palace, Temples & Lunch
€154
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Bangkok - Thailand
Ayutthaya Heritage Cruise with Thai Dance & Iconic Landmarks View
€21
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Bangkok - Thailand
Shore Excursion from Bangkok Port : Grand Palace & Famous Temples
€229
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride
€25
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Tuk Tuk Adventure Bangkoks Magic Nightime
€53
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner
€25
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak and Mae Klong Train Markets
€42
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Kanchanaburi, 2-Days Glamping in Jungle & Erawan
€450
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Tuk Tuk Tour
€50
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Bangkok: Thai Massage Class
€57
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Ancient City Muang Boran and Erawan Museum Tour
€226
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Ko Samet: Airport Transfer to Pier Ban Phe
€36
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Wat Suthat, Giant Swing, Wat Saket
€41
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Bangkok: Train Water Market with Wat Arun
€80
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Bangkok: Private Khao Kaew Open Zoo Transfer
€35
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Private Khao Yai Day Tour
€47
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Bangkok - Thailand
Ayutthaya: Transfer from Bangkok
€34
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Bangkok - Thailand
Guide Service In Bangkok
€57
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Bangkok - Thailand
Boat Tour of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
€8
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Bangkok - Thailand
Koh Chang: Transfer from Bangkok to the Island
€39
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok: Maeklong Train Market & Floating Market Day Tour
€43
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Bangkok - Thailand
Ko Kood: Airport Transfer to Laem Sok Pier
€187
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Under the Night Lights by TUK-TUK SHA Plus
€232
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Bangkok - Thailand
Private Departure Transfer : Bangkok Hotel to Bangkok Airport
€52
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Best Two Temples Emerald & Reclining Buddha GrandPalace
€391
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River Kwai One Day Tour from Bangkok SHA Plus
€88
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Bangkok - Thailand
Muang Boran : Ancient City of Samut Prakan Tour from Bangkok
€264
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Bangkok - Thailand
UNESCO World Heritage Site : Khao Yai National Park Tour
€392
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Bangkok - Thailand
Damneon Saduak Floating Market & Erawan Waterfall from Bangkok
€175
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Bangkok - Thailand
Best City & Temple Tours By Selfie Expert & Local Guide
€79
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Bangkok - Thailand
Best City & Temple Tours By Selfie Expert & Local Guide
€79
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Bangkok - Thailand
Private Tour Guide Service with TransportVan in Bangkok SHA Plus
€360
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Bangkok - Thailand
Maeklong Railway Market & Damnoensaduak Floating Market Tour SHA Plus
€148
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Muslim Landmarks Tour with Grand Palace & Halal Meal
€165
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Bangkok - Thailand
Madame Tussauds at Bangkok Admission Ticket
€42
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Bangkok - Thailand
Erawan Museum at Bangkok Admission Ticket with Private Transfer
€77
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Airport Layover Special : Touch of Thailand 4 Hours Tour
€292
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Bangkok - Thailand
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining with Observation Deck Admission
€70
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Bangkok - Thailand
Muang Boran : Thailands Ancient City of Samut Prakan Admission Ticket
€51
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkoks Best Temple Emerald Buddha with Royal Grand Palace Tour
€60
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Bangkok - Thailand
The Amazing, Unseen, Unspoiled Suphan Buri from Bangkok
€233
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Bangkok - Thailand
Koh Si Chang Day Tour from Bangkok with Lunch
€150
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Bangkok - Thailand
Siam Park City Amusement Park at Bangkok Admission Ticket
€26
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Bangkok - Thailand
Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Pattaya Hotel
€51
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Bangkok - Thailand
The Best of Bangkok: The Grand Palace, Emerald & Reclining Buddha
€40
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Bangkok - Thailand
3 Days Bangkok Experience with Accommodation & Top Sightseeing
€335
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Bangkok - Thailand
Wonderful Bangkok Tour : GrandPalace WatTrimit WatPho WatBencha
€140
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Bangkok - Thailand
Rolls Royce Exclusive : Ayutthaya Temples & Ancient City Tour
€5514
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Bangkok - Thailand
Healing, Refreshing, Amazing Escape to Ratchaburi from Bangkok with Lu
€153
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Trails - Pedal Through 37 km Outskirts of Bangkok SHA Plus
€109
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Bangkok - Thailand
Old Town City Tour of Bangkok with Wat Suthat, Wat Saket & Wat Ratchan
€118
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Bangkok - Thailand
Dream World Theme Park Super Visa with Return Transfer & Lunch
€183
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Bangkok - Thailand
3D2N Ayutthaya & Lopburi Experience at Riverside Resort
€925
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Bangkok - Thailand
Photo Perfect Bangkok City Tour with Wat Arun & Reclining Buddha
€481
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Bangkok - Thailand
Jim Thompsons House & National Museum Tour from Bangkok
€165
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Bangkok - Thailand
The Chaophraya Cruise: LUXURY 5 STAR Dinner Cruise on Chaophraya River
€76
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Dream World Theme Park Super Visa Ticket SHA Plus
€39
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Bangkok - Thailand
Full Day Ayutthaya Temples Tour with Segway, ATV and Sunset Boat
€248
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Bangkok - Thailand
Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel SHA Plus
€20
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Bangkok - Thailand
Maeklong Railway Market, Floating Market & Nakhon Pathom City Tour from Bangkok
€153
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Bangkok - Thailand
Chachoengsao One Day Trip from Bangkok : Historic Market and Buddhist
€115
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Bangkok - Thailand
Khlong Lat Mayom & Taling Chan Local Floating Markets Tour SHA Plus
€31
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok King Power MahaNakhon SkyWalk Admission Ticket
€64
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Bangkok - Thailand
Ayutthaya Glittering Sunset, Heritage Cruise, Noted Sights & Food
€60
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Old Town Insta-worthy Tour
€174
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Bangkok - Thailand
Bangkok Tour By Selfie Expert : FlowerMarket, WatTraimit, WatPho
€174
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The Basics
The Chao Phraya River itself is free to enjoy, though activities on the water, such as river cruises or ferry rides, may require tickets. The cost of ferries is generally inexpensive, with tickets ranging from 10 THB to 40 THB for short trips. Private and luxury river cruises, offering dinner and guided tours, can range from 1,000 THB to several thousand baht per person. The river is accessible 24/7, but most tours and services operate during daylight hours, with dinner cruises running in the evening.
Bangkok: Luxury White Dinner Cruise Free Flow Beer and Wine
Bangkok - Thailand
Admire the shimmering city skyline by night as you savor a gourmet Thai and international buffet with free-flowing beer and wine, all in an ambiance of refined elegance.
€46
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Bangkok: Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise with Drinks
Bangkok - Thailand
Enjoy a 2-hour luxury dinner cruise in Bangkok with a gourmet buffet and drinks. Sail along the Chao Phraya River and admire the city’s iconic landmarks illuminated at night.
€53
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Bangkok: Canal Tour Local Life Along Waterways ends Wat Arun
Bangkok - Thailand
Discover Bangkok's renowned temples, Wat Arun and the Grand Palace, along with a picturesque journey through the city's historic canals on a traditional Thai boat.
€18
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Things to Know Before You Go
If you plan to travel by boat, be aware that the Chao Phraya River can get busy during rush hours. Wear sunscreen and a hat for sun protection, especially if you’re taking a long ride or cruise. Carry cash, as some ferries and small boat services don’t accept credit cards. Additionally, it's a good idea to check the weather forecast, as the river can become choppy during rainstorms.
How to Get There
The Chao Phraya River is easily accessible from many parts of Bangkok. You can catch a ferry or express boat at any of the major piers, such as Sathorn Pier, Tha Tien Pier, or Asiatique Pier. The best way to get to these piers is by taxi, tuk-tuk, or the BTS Skytrain (Saphan Taksin Station is a popular stop near the river). For a more scenic journey, take a riverboat from your location if nearby piers are accessible.
When to Get There
The Chao Phraya River is best enjoyed during the cooler hours of the day. Early mornings or late afternoons offer the most pleasant weather and stunning views. If you want to experience the river’s nightlife, evening dinner cruises provide a magical way to see the city lit up. The dry season from November to February offers the most comfortable conditions for exploring the river.
Day Trips from Bangkok
The Chao Phraya River makes for a perfect starting point for a day trip in Bangkok. Begin with a scenic boat ride to the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, followed by a visit to Wat Arun across the river. Afterward, explore the vibrant Chinatown and sample local delicacies. For a relaxing end to the day, consider a sunset river cruise, offering incredible views of the temples, bridges, and Bangkok skyline.
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