Asia · Heritage
Ayutthaya
Ruined former capital, an easy day trip from Bangkok.
- Place
- Central Thailand · Thailand · TH
- World region
- Asia
- Type
- Heritage
- ID
- DST-0044
Why go
Ruined former capital, an easy day trip from Bangkok.
The temple ruins are extensive and best covered by bicycle. It gives historical context that makes the rest of a Thailand trip read differently.
Signature experiences
- Wat Mahathat Buddha head in tree roots
- Temple circuit by bicycle
- River boat around the island
Interest tags
historytemplescyclingphotography
Good for
History travellersDay trippersCyclists
Best months
Nov-Feb
Avoid months
Apr (heat)
Ideal stay
1 days
Nearest airport
BKK · Bangkok
Pace
Balanced
Cost tier
Budget
Peak crowd level
Moderate
Country ISO
TH
