By Rail
Trains leave Bangkok’s Hualampong Railway Station , daily, every hour, from 4.30 AM until 11.25 PM. The trip takes 80 minutes to Bang Pa-In, and 90 minutes to Ayutthaya.
Schedules (Bangkok – Ayutthaya)
Schedules (Ayutthaya – Bangkok)
By Bus
Direct Bangkok-Ayutthaya airconditoned buses leave Bangkok’s Northern Bus Terminal on Phaholyothin Road every 30 minutes between 6.00 AM and 7.00 PM. The trip takes 90 minutes. Non-airconditioned buses make the same trip in approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Schedules & Fare Rates
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By River
The luxurious cruise from Bangkok to the former capital’s ruins of Ayutthaya and the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace are operated every day.
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These small, elaborately painted dolls from baked clay picture Thai way of life. For example, there are farmer dolls, Thai boxing dolls and dolls performing Thai folk tradition. 
December 13-19, 2001 , Ayutthaya Historical Park, Ayutthaya
This event held during the full-moon in November features the launching of traditional floats (Krathongs), demonstrations and exhibitions of local handicrafts, as well as an array of other fun activities.
Samut Prakan Province
Samut Prakan Province
Nakhon Pathom Province
Nakhon Pathom Province
Nakhon Pathom Province 
Nakhon Pathom Province
Nakhon Pathom Province
Ratchaburi Province
Canals, referred to “khlong” in Thai, have always been vital forms of communication. When the capital of Thailand was moved to Bangkok in 1782 (the beginning of the Rattanakosin period), the capital was laced with canals, so Bangkok was sometimes called the “VENICE OF THE EAST” Today,Bangkok Noi canal is still charming for whoever wishes to seek the peaceful atmosphere amidst bustling Bangkok. 
Formerly called Wat Bang Wa Yai, the temple was built in the Ayutthaya Period, Later, King Taksin had it renovated. The principal prang, the only pagoda in Bangkok featuring Ayutthaya architecture, was once acclaimed by Prince Narissara Nuwattiwong as the most exquisitely-shaped prang. 
The Red Pavilion (Tamnak Daeng) was orginally in the Royal Palace of King Taksin. Later it was relocated to a spot north of the temple’s new ordination hall. It features spectacular mural paintings, King Taksin was believed to have come to the building regularly for meditation retreats. 
The Tripitaka Library was once a residence of King Rama I when he was ranked as Phra Ratcha Warin. The building features mural paintings by master artist Nak ; gold and black lacquer paintings on the windows;a mythological bird on the main doors, and dragons carved on the side doors. 
This shed where several royal barges are displayed is located on Bangkok Noi Canal off the Chao Phraya River not far from Phra Pin Klan Bridge. The barges are used on the royal and government occasions and formerly served as war vessels. The most beautiful and well-known barge is “Suphana-hong”. It is used by the King only when he make His royal river procession for the Kathin ceremony, a Buddhist tradition of offering robes to monks, usually during October or November. Besides, the royal barges proceeded during the Rattanakosin bicentennial celebrations. Presently “Narai Songsuban Rachakarn Thi Kao” is the latest new royal barge especially built for the King and being used on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of His Majesty the king Accession to the Throne since 1996. The unique design and decorative details of each barge should be of great interest to all visitors. 
This temple was built during the Ayutthaya Period, though there is no evidence of who built it.The temple’s ordination hall combines the architectural style of the late Ayutthaya period with artistic approaches popular in the days of King Rama I. The structure is similar to that of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in style, but the building has no galleries, It houses a bronze Buddha image in the gesture of subduing Mara.The image was believed to have come from SukhoThai. 
Mural paintings are the highlight of the temple. They are works of master artist Thongyu of Luang Vichit Chetsada. Who lived during the reign of King Rama Ill, and of a Chinese artist named Khong Paeh. The former’s works depict scenes from previous lives of Lord Buddha. And the latter’s works depict Mahosot, with the Chinese technique of using slim drawing brushes, shades of colour and shadow effects to enhance the appearance of movement. 
Next to Wat Suwannaram is Ban Bu Village on the bank of Bangkok Noi canal. The villagers are descendants of migrants who fled Ayutthaya when Burmese troops razed the old capital. The village is well noted for stone-washed metal bowls called Khan Long Hin. The bowl is made of a combination of copper, tin and special gold called Thong Mah Lau.
Bu Village Swordplay Camp is well known for a traditional art of self-defence apart from popular traditional Thai boxing. The traditional rite to pay homage to sword masters before a sword fight is well worth seeing. 
Formerly called Wat Chi Pa khao, the temple lies on the canal bank. Princess Si Sudarak elder sister of King Rama I, had it renovated. Further renovations were carried out during the reign of King Rama IV, with a new ordination hall created. Since then, the temple has been called Wat Si Sudaram. 
This market features a large variety of foods, fruits and goods. Perhaps it could be called a floating supermarket. Tourists can buy food and eat at a dining area provided by Taling Chan officials. On Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm, a traditional Thai music band entertains visitors. On the bank there are also sales and contests of seasonal agricultural produce. In addition, a two-hour boat tour is available to tourists. They can tour farming areas along the canal, including flower groves and fruit orchards. Alternatively, temples can be included in the tour. Between 800 and 1,000 Thai and foreign tourists take the trips daily. 
In the past, Bangkokians usually settled by the Chao Phraya River (River of Kings) and gradually spread into the core of the country.Nowadays, even though Bangkok has become a modern city, you can still see traces of the Early Rattanakosin period such as architecture and traditional ways of life that has remained essentially unchanged over the centuries.
Rattanakosin,an inner-city riverine island, is the historical heart of Bangkok. It is one of the most enchanting cities that many traveller from around the world wish to explore. Many historically significant structures are located here.
Being the city landmarks, these two accompanying attractions serve to be the first place on any visitor’s itinerary. 
The Royal Field 
The City Pillar Shrine 
Within walking distance from the Grand Palace to the north, across Sanam Luang, is one of the largest and comprehensive museums in Southeast Asia. The National Museum houses over one thousand artifacts ranging from neolithic times to the present Bangkok period. The complex, also founded in 1782, consists of several old but beautiful buildings of colourful Thai architectural design. 
It is situated on Na Phra That Road next to the National Museum. Classical Thai dramas and other types of international arts are periodically staged here. 
Situated on Chao Fa Road opposite the National Theatre. The National Gallery compiles and displays both classical and temporary arts of renowned Thai artists for those who are interested in art appreciation or study. His Majesty the King’s oil paintings are also exhibited to be appreciated by the public. 
The Temple of The Reclining Buddha
The Temple of Dawn
Viman Mek Mansion including the Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall is located behind the National Assembly. Here, visitors can view such beautiful handicrafts as niellowares, Thai silk with various unique designs, and Liphao?basketry like beautiful trays and handbags studded with jewels in different designs such as green beetles. 
The Marble Temple
Wat Suthat is featured as Bangkok’s tallest Wiharn and houses a 14th century Buddha statue from the Sukhothai period, surrounded by rather surreal depictions of the Buddha’s last 24 lives. The courtyard is filled with odded statues of scholars and sailors, brought as ballast in rice boats returning from China, while the doors of the Wat have been carved by King Rama II. 
The Golden Mount