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Chao Phraya River

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 151 attractions in Bangkok
Traveler Description:
This scenic river, flowing through the heart of Bangkok, offers convenient boat transportation and sightseeing cruises since many of the major city... more » This scenic river, flowing through the heart of Bangkok, offers convenient boat transportation and sightseeing cruises since many of the major city attractions are easily accessible from various points along this waterway. « less
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Attraction type: River, Neighborhood
Address: Bangkok
Thailand

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Reviews of Chao Phraya River

( 1-6 of 6 )
5 of 5 stars
Lithuania
Jul 28, 2008

The best way to experience the Chao Phraya in all its beauty (and might) is to take one of the numerous boats - which is nothing but the quickest means of public transportation to the locals. Just hop on, hop off and hop back on. You won't have to pay hundreds of Baht. In fact, fares start as low as... more

4 of 5 stars
Birmingham, United Kingdom
May 9, 2008

Had a great cruise down the Chao Phraya river recently. You have great views of all the major sights like the Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Rama VIII bridge, all lit up at night. The cruise itself was very good value, great food and good on board entertainment from, what i presume, are the local stars of the karaoke scene.... more

Mar 18, 2008
11/11 found this review helpful

Please be careful when going on the river trip. The boat ride itself is really enjoyable and well worth going on but please do not pay to go in the 'snake farm' that most of the trips will try to take you to. This awful, awful place does not just have snakes but also has crocodiles, monkeys and even deer... more

5 of 5 stars
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Aug 21, 2007
5/6 found this review helpful

A great way to see the sights of Bangkok illuminated at night. As soon as you leave the pier, the buffet is opened. This may sound cliche but there really is "something for everyone"! Even the kids are catered for, with chips, pizza etc. During dinner there is a display of classical thai dancing, a sax player and some singers.... more

Apr 27, 2006
55/55 found this review helpful

From our hotel, the Amari Atrium, we took the subway to the Skytram's Saphan Taksin station and took a very short walk to the Central Pier on the river. We bought a One Day River Pass for the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, which "...provides service to nine piers, which gives access to Bangkok's most famous attractions... You can freely get... more

Aug 7, 2008

Bella e rilassante esperienza la crociera sul Chao Phraya. Durante la navigazione è possibile cenare con dell'ottimo cibo thailandese, ammirare... more

Reviews of Chao Phraya River

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