San Chaopho Suea, Bangkok

Name: San Chaopho Suea
Address: Bangkok, Thailand

#178 among attractions in Bangkok

Sacred and religious sites

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San Chaopho Suea or San Chaopho Suea Phra Nakhon, usually shortened to San Chaopho Suea is a Chinese joss house located at 468 Tanao Road, San Chaopho Suea Sub-district, Phra Nakhon District in the old town Bangkok near Sao Chingcha and Wat Mahannapharam with features the Southern Chinese architectural style. It is the shrine of Chaopho Suea, according to the ancient Chinese belief and it is one of the most respected Chinese shrines in Bangkok and Thailand alike Wat Mangkon Kamalawat in Chinatown, especially during the Chinese New Year. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 13°45'14"N, 100°29'50"E

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กรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ (พระนคร)Bangkok Thailand

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San Chaopho Suea – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wat Phra Kaew, Khaosan Road, Sanam Luang, Saranrom Palace.

~1670 ftSW
Sacred shrine with reclining Buddha
Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok
9 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.
~1840 ftN
Area with shops and rooms for backpackers
Khaosan Road, Bangkok
9 min walk • Khaosan Road, often referred to as the gateway to Southeast Asia's backpacking culture, is an iconic shopping district nestled in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. This vibrant street is a melting pot of international travelers, street vendors, and nighttime revelers...
~1540 ftW
Park, Field
Sanam Luang, Bangkok
8 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...
~1580 ftSW
Museum, Neoclassical architecture
Saranrom Palace, Bangkok
8 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.
~1570 ftSE
Historic site of religious ceremonies
Giant Swing, Bangkok
8 min walk • The Giant Swing, known as Sao Ching Cha in Thai, stands as a historic monument in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. This towering structure, painted in vivid red hues, reaches a height of 21.15 meters and is an emblem of the city's deep cultural and spiritual heritage.
~1630 ftSE
Market, Shopping
Trok Mo Market, Bangkok
8 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.
~1940 ftSE
Buddhist temple with iconic Giant Swing
Wat Suthat, Bangkok
10 min walk • Wat Suthat Thepwararam is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok, Thailand. It is a royal temple of the first grade, one of ten such temples in Bangkok. Construction was begun by King Rama I in 1807. In the beginning, it was initially called "Wat Maha Sutthawat" and was located in the combretum grove.
~1810 ftS
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.
~1560 ftS
Memorial, Historical place
Pig Memorial, Bangkok
8 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.
~1360 ftSE
Museum
Bamrung Chat Satsana Ya Thai, Bangkok
7 min walk • Bamrungchat Satsana Yathai or familiarly known as Ban Mowaan is a traditional Thai medicine store and historic building located at 9, Soi Thesa, Bamrung Mueang Road, Wat Ratchabophit Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok.
~990 ftS
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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San Chaopho Suea?

Nearby attractions include San Chaopho Suea Subdistrict, Bangkok (2 min walk), Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok (4 min walk), Sam Phraeng, Bangkok (4 min walk), Wat Mahannapharam, Bangkok (4 min walk).

How to get to San Chaopho Suea by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Chaopho Suea:

Bus

Public Minivan Station (6 min walk)
Ratchadamnoen Bus #2,15,22,44,47,60,68,A4,S1) Bus 15 to MBK • Lines: 2, 511, A4, S1 (8 min walk)

Metro

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

Ferry

Maharaj • Lines: เรือท่องเที่ยวเจ้าพระยา (15 min walk)
Tha Chang • Lines: เรือด่วนพิเศษธงส้ม, เรือด่วนพิเศษธงเขียว, เรือประจำทาง (ไม่มีธง), เส้นทางเดินเรือโดยสารฯ คลองบางกอ (16 min walk)