Talat Noi and Old Town Walking Tour
Bang Rak, Bangkok
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Discover Bangkok's Old Town and Talat Noi on a guided walking tour. Visit the Assumption Cathedral, enjoy a coffee at a local cafe, and take a boat ride on the Chao Phraya River.
Highlights
- Discover the oldest Catholic church in Bangkok, Assumption Cathedral
- Enjoy a refreshing iced Americano at a cafe in the Talat Noi area
- Take in panoramic views of the Old Town from the Central Post Office
- Explore the vibrant Talat Noi Alley with a guide's commentary
- Relax with a cup of coffee at a cafe in the Talat Noi area
Description
Meet your guide at BTS Saphan Taksin Station and board a Songtaeu to the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Admire this red brick building, which resembles Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, and learn about its history as the oldest Catholic church in Bangkok. Next, head to the Araksa Tea Room, operated by Chiang Mai Araksa Tea Garden, Thailand's first to receive USDA and EU organic certifications. Enjoy a refreshing cup of tea in this serene setting. Continue to the Central Post Office, part of the Thai government's first project to revitalize Bangkok's design. Enjoy panoramic views of the Old Town from the free-to-enter rooftop, accompanied by a refreshing breeze. Don't miss the unique design inside the post office. Then, explore Talat Noi Alley, where you can view the Portuguese Embassy murals and various points of interest with your guide's commentary. Relax with a cup of coffee at a cafe in the Talat Noi area before returning to Saphan Taksin Station by boat.Includes
Guide Chao Phraya River boat fare One iced AmericanoExcludes
etiquette tip Travel insuranceImportant Information
- This tour involves approximately 3 hours of walking; therefore, participants should have a moderate level of physical fitness. Tour proceeds in case of rain