Ayutthaya Tourist Spots

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya was an ancient capital city of Siam (Thailand) from 1350 to 1767. In the sixteenth century, Ayutthaya was described by foreign traders as one of the biggest and wealthiest cities in the East. By 1700 Ayutthaya had become the biggest city in the world with a sum of 1 million residents. Nowadays, Ayutthaya city is one of major tourist attractions in Thailand. Many ancient ruins and art works can be seen in the city. Ayutthaya city is just about 80 kilometres north of Bangkok. It is conveniently reachable due to excellent roads and a short distance from Bangkok.

Ayutthaya Tourist Destinations

Major Tourist Destinations in Ayutthaya

Ayutthaya Historical Park
Royal Palace
Wat Phra Si Sanphet
Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit
Wat Phra Mahathat
Wat Ratchaburana (Ayutthaya)
Wat Phra Ram
Phra Chedi Sri Suriyothai
Wat Phananchoeng Worawihan
Wat Yai Chaimongkhon
Wat Phu Khao Thong

Parks and Gardens

Suan Somdet Phra Si Nakharin

Temple and Historical

Wat Na Phramen
Wat Suwan Dararam Ratchaworawihan
Wat Lokkayasutha
Wat Kasattrathirat Worawihan
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Wat Sena Sanaram
Wat Borom Phuttharam
Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit
Wat Phutthaisawan
Wat Kudidao
Wat Tum
Wat Niwet Thamprawat
Wat Suan Luang Sopsawan

Other Interesting Places

Dutch Settlement
Japanese Settlement
Portuguese Settlement
Bang Pa-in Palace
Prasat Nakhon Luang
St. Joseph's Church

Landmark

Khun Phaen Residence

Musuem

Chao Sam Phraya National Museum
Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre
Chankasem National Museum
Bang Sai Arts and Crafts Centre
Thai Boat Museum
Ayutthaya Tourism Centre

Interesting Activities/Sightseeing

Elephant Kraal Pavilion
Gong Khong Market