Palaces and Mansions in Bangkok

This impressive two-storey white marble palace sits at the end of Dusit's long, wide Royal Plaza, a leafy ceremonial boulevard that sets the stage for regal pomp and royal celebrations.  Read More...

Jim Thompson's house serves as a museum showcasing Thai architecture and art. The house, located along one of Bangkok's few remaining canals, originally came from outside Bangkok. Read More...

Built in 1909 during King Rama V’s reign as temporary royal residence, Phyathai Palace comprises five buildings all constructed in a combination of neo-gothic and Romanesque styles. Read More...

Suan Pakkad Palace is a place to find visions of Thailand you thought long since vanished in Bangkok. On it's well-tended tropical pond garden sit eight traditional Thai houses. Read More...

If there is one must-see sight that no visit to Bangkok would be complete without, it's the dazzling, spectacular Grand Palace, undoubtedly the city's most famous landmark. Read More...

Located on Ratchawithi Road behind the National Assembly, Vimanmek Royal Mansion is the world's largest building made entirely of golden teak. Removed from Ko Sichang in Chonburi province, it was rebuilt in the Dusit Palace in 1900 by the command of King Rama V. It was recently renovated by HM Queen Sirikit. Read More...

After liberating Siam from the Burmese in 1767, following their ransacking of Ayutthaya, a general and provincial governor named Taksin was crowned King.  He built Wangderm palace to mark the establishment of the new capital in Thonburi. Located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River near Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn). Read More...