Wat Trai Mit Witthayaram Worawihan

The Golden Buddha Temple is a must-visit attraction in Bangkok, famous for housing the magnificent 5.5-ton solid gold Buddha statue. The statue is truly breathtaking and feels even more impressive when you see it in person. According to the temple details, the Golden Buddha is located on the 5th floor, while the 2nd and 3rd floors host a museum that provides historical insights. The museum requires a separate ticket, whereas entry to the temple itself costs 100 Baht. The temple is peaceful and well-maintained, offering a calm spiritual atmosphere despite being a popular tourist spot. Next to the main temple, there is another small temple area featuring a very long banana tree, which is quite unique and interesting to see. Overall, it’s a beautiful and meaningful place to visit, especially for those interested in history, culture, and iconic landmarks of Thailand. Highly recommended when exploring Bangkok.

Wat Trai Mit is a wonderful Buddhist temple in the heart of Bangkok and renowned for the world’s largest solid gold Buddha weighing in at 5.5 tons. A bustling place that is an absolute must to visit when in Bangkok. Take your time to absorb the peace and tranquillity and not forgetting to remember and respect the dress and behavioural codes of the temple.

Located in the heart of Chinatown. Wat Traimit Withayaram is celebrated for its magnificent Golden Buddha and its cultural importance. Very interesting history. Purchase your entrance ticket at the booth on the side. For an adult foreigner (December, 2025) I paid 100 THB. Dress appropriately or you can hire a shawl like I did for 20 THB plus a 100 THB deposit which you will get back after returning the item. The climb up the stairs is easy but take it slowly in the heat. Stunning with beautiful views. Footwear must be removed at the top. You can take photographs of the Golden Buddha but no video. About a 6-minute walk from Hua Lamphong MRT Station.

A must visit place. The architecture of this building is truly incredible, and the place is calm and peaceful. We can take photos inside, but videos are not allowed.

The palace is really cool to see because the architecture of the building is unbelievable and the interior is so amazing. It only costs 100 baht so definitely worth going if you’re in the area.

Its the world’s largest solid gold Buddha—5.5 tons of pure beauty. The temple is clean, peaceful, and offers great cultural exhibits. Easy to reach and worth every minute!

Visited Wat Traimit on a very hot day, and it was truly impressive. The highlight is the magnificent Golden Buddha statue, made from solid gold and shining beautifully inside the main hall. Exploring the upper temple area requires taking off shoes, so our feet felt quite hot walking on the floor under the strong sun—but it was still a memorable experience. If you visit with kids, make sure to bring hats and plenty of water because the weather can be extremely warm, and the open courtyard offers little shade. A meaningful and beautiful place to learn about Thai culture and history.

Temple hours are 8:00 to 5:00 and those hours are strictly enforced. Dress code is enforced at all the temples as well, which means covered shoulders and legs to the knees. You remove your shoes to enter the temples and be mindful of those involved in meditation.