Rattanakosin Island, Bangkok

#270 among attractions in Bangkok

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Rattanakosin Island is a historic area in the Phra Nakhon District in the city of Bangkok, Thailand. It is bordered by the Chao Phraya River to the west and various canals to the east that were dug to serve as moats for what was originally the fortified city center. Situated on the eastern convex bank of a meander in the Chao Phraya River, the island is the site of the Grand Palace and Bangkok's City Pillar Shrine, among other places of historical significance. ()

Local name: เกาะรัตนโกสินทร์ Coordinates: 13°44'57"N, 100°29'31"E

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กรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ (พระนคร)Bangkok Thailand

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Rattanakosin Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Emerald Buddha.

~940 ftN
Sacred shrine with reclining Buddha
Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok
5 min walk • Wat Phra Kaew, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is a cornerstone of spiritual significance in Bangkok, Thailand. As the most sacred Buddhist temple in the country, it is a must-see for visitors and a place of pilgrimage for Thai Buddhists.
~260 ftN
Opulent former royal residence and museum
Grand Palace, Bangkok
2 min walk • In the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, lies the Grand Palace, a resplendent testament to the country's rich cultural heritage and royal history. This sprawling complex, once the official residence of the Kings of Siam, now serves as a museum and is one of the city's most...
~1050 ftS
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Wat Pho, Bangkok
6 min walk • Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is one of Bangkok's most revered cultural landmarks. Nestled in the historic district of the city, close to the Grand Palace, this Buddhist temple complex is famous for its gigantic reclining Buddha statue...
~880 ftN
Buddhist architecture, Monuments and statues
Emerald Buddha, Bangkok
5 min walk • The Emerald Buddha, enshrined in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, is a revered statue that captures the essence of Thai spirituality and artistry. Housed within the grand Wat Phra Kaew temple complex, this iconic figure is not only a religious symbol but also a potent...
~960 ftNE
Museum, Neoclassical architecture
Saranrom Palace, Bangkok
5 min walk • Saranrom Palace, a majestic vestige of Thailand's royal past, stands as a cultural museum in the heart of Bangkok. This historic edifice was originally constructed in 1866 as a royal residence for King Rama IV, and later served various members of the Thai royal family.
0.5 miE
Market, Shopping
Trok Mo Market, Bangkok
13 min walk • Trok Mo Market, also known as Thesa Market, or officially as Ratchabophit Phatthana Community, is a wet market and community in Bangkok. It is regarded as one of Bangkok's busiest and oldest with most vibrant markets.
~660 ftN
Museum, History museum
Pavilion of Regalia, Bangkok
4 min walk • The Pavilion of Regalia, Royal Decorations and Coins is a museum showcasing regalia, royal Thai decorations of the early period, historical Thai money and ornaments used in the royal courts.
0.4 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Museum Siam, Bangkok
10 min walk • Museum Siam is a discovery museum that is located at Sanam Chai road in Bangkok, Thailand. The museum was established in 2007 in the former building of the Ministry of Commerce.
~1770 ftE
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Ratchabophit, Bangkok
9 min walk • Wat Ratchabophit or formally Wat Ratchabophit Sathitmahasimaram Ratchaworawihan, is a Buddhist temple on Atsadang Road, Bangkok, along Khlong Khu Mueang Doem, not far from Wat Pho and the Grand Palace. The temple was built during the reign of King Chulalongkorn.
0.4 miN
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit, Bangkok
11 min walk • Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok, Thailand. It is one of the 10 royal temples of the highest class in Bangkok.
~1430 ftE
Memorial, Historical place
Pig Memorial, Bangkok
7 min walk • Pig Memorial is a memorial in Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang sub-district, Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok. It is located in the inner city or Rattanakosin Island which is a historic area of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rattanakosin Island?

Nearby attractions include Grand Palace, Bangkok (2 min walk), Pavilion of Regalia, Bangkok (4 min walk), Emerald Buddha, Bangkok (5 min walk), Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok (5 min walk).

How to get to Rattanakosin Island by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rattanakosin Island:

Ferry

Tha Tien • Lines: เรือด่วนพิเศษธงส้ม, เรือท่องเที่ยวเจ้าพระยา, เรือประจำทาง (ไม่มีธง) (7 min walk)
Tha Chang • Lines: เรือด่วนพิเศษธงส้ม, เรือด่วนพิเศษธงเขียว, เรือประจำทาง (ไม่มีธง), เส้นทางเดินเรือโดยสารฯ คลองบางกอ (9 min walk)

Metro

Sanam Chai • Lines: MRT Blue (10 min walk)
Sam Yot • Lines: MRT Blue (18 min walk)

Bus

Public Minivan Station (15 min walk)
Ratchadamnoen Bus #2,15,22,44,47,60,68,A4,S1) Bus 15 to MBK • Lines: 2, 511, A4, S1 (18 min walk)

Train

Thonburi (31 min walk)