City Pillar Shrine, Bangkok

#199 among attractions in Bangkok

Temple, Sacred and religious sites

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City Pillar Shrine (address: Na Hap Phoei) is a place located in Bangkok (Bangkok Metropolis province) and belongs to the category of temple, sacred and religious sites.

It is situated at an altitude of 26 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 13°45'10"N latitude and 100°29'38"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. City Pillar Shrine is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Public Minivan Station (bus, 8 min walk), Tha Chang (ferry, 10 min walk), Sanam Chai (metro, 15 min walk), Thonburi (train, 30 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Ministry of Defence headquarters (memorial, 3 min walk), Wat Phra Kaew (buddhist architecture, 3 min walk), Kanlayana Maitri Road (street, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 13°45'10"N, 100°29'38"E

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Na Hap Phoeiกรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ (พระนคร)Bangkok 10200 Thailand

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City Pillar Shrine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~560 ftSW
Sacred shrine with reclining Buddha
Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok
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~1270 ftSW
Opulent former royal residence and museum
Grand Palace, Bangkok
7 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...
~830 ftSW
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...
~940 ftNW
Park, Field
Sanam Luang, Bangkok
5 min walk • Sanam Luang, an open field and public square located in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, holds a significant place in the cultural and historical tapestry of the city. Often referred to as the Royal Field, it stretches across 74.5 acres in the Phra Nakhon district...
~880 ftS
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.
~970 ftSW
Museum, History museum
Pavilion of Regalia, Bangkok
5 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.
~1770 ftSE
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.
~1290 ftNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit, Bangkok
7 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.
~1330 ftSE
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.
~970 ftSE
Bridge
Chang Rong Si Bridge, Bangkok
5 min walk • Chang Rong Si Bridge is a bridge and monument in the Rattanakosin Island area of Phra Nakhon District, the historic centre of Bangkok. The bridge spans Khlong Khu Mueang Doem, the old city moat, and is locate behind the Ministry of Defense and at the front corner of the Ministry of Interior.
~1830 ftSE
Bridge
Saphan Hok, Bangkok
9 min walk • Saphan Hok is a bridge over the old city moat or Khlong Khu Mueang Doem. It's connected between Saranrom Park and Wat Ratchabophit in Bangkok's Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang and Wang Burapha Phirom sub-districts, Phra Nakhon district.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to City Pillar Shrine?

Nearby attractions include Ministry of Defence headquarters, Bangkok (3 min walk), Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok (3 min walk), Kanlayana Maitri Road, Bangkok (4 min walk), Emerald Buddha, Bangkok (5 min walk).

How to get to City Pillar Shrine by public transport?

The nearest stations to City Pillar Shrine:

Bus

Public Minivan Station (8 min walk)
Ratchadamnoen Bus #2,15,22,44,47,60,68,A4,S1) Bus 15 to MBK • Lines: 2, 511, A4, S1 (11 min walk)

Ferry

Tha Chang • Lines: เรือด่วนพิเศษธงส้ม, เรือด่วนพิเศษธงเขียว, เรือประจำทาง (ไม่มีธง), เส้นทางเดินเรือโดยสารฯ คลองบางกอ (10 min walk)
Maharaj • Lines: เรือท่องเที่ยวเจ้าพระยา (10 min walk)

Metro

Sanam Chai • Lines: MRT Blue (15 min walk)
Sam Yot • Lines: MRT Blue (18 min walk)

Train

Thonburi (30 min walk)