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Via the Chao Phraya tourist boat N13 Phra Arthit Pier
Avoid taking a taxi. If you plan to visit temples along the river that day, the blue flag tourist boat is the most sensible way to get around, and many people staying near Khao San Road board at this pier.
There are two things you should clarify before you depart. First, choose your boat. The blue tourist route is more expensive, but it stops exactly where you want to go. The cheaper red-flag ferry, on the other hand, stops at different piers. There's also an express orange-flag ferry that makes fewer stops and runs for a longer period. Second, decide on a ticket—either a one-way ticket or a return ticket for about 150 baht, which allows you to hop on and off as often as you like throughout the day. Buy your tickets at the pier. According to reviews, the staff there will help you find the right pier for your destination—especially helpful the first time.
Expect large crowds in the late morning and early afternoon, especially at the Wat Arun pier. Boats at the other piers are almost empty. A boat trip in the late afternoon is particularly recommended, when the lights go out and bridges and temples glide by.
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Combine your visit. After taking the N13 tourist boat to Phra Arthit Pier on Chao Phraya Lake, round off your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
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Two different ferries operate on the Chao Phraya River. One is for tourists and is more expensive, while the other is a cheaper ferry for locals. Tickets can be purchased either at the pier or directly on the ferry. The view from the ferry is fantastic: bridges, modern buildings, cultural landmarks such as temples, countless boats on the river, and a breathtaking sunset. The staff was very helpful and showed us the correct pier.
One of the best and cheapest water taxis for tourists, offering flexible single tickets and day passes. The routes of the other four water taxi lines are less busy, as all the sights are located along the main river. Tourists can transfer to other water taxi lines at various stops. I enjoyed every minute of this boat trip – a fantastic ride! I will definitely use it again on my next visit.
The journey in Bangkok takes almost an hour. It's best to buy a return ticket for 150 baht. This allows you to hop on and off as often as you like.
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N13, Phra Arthit Pier, 98 Thanon Phra Athit, Khwaeng Chana Songkhram, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
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The tourist boat Chao Phraya N13 Phra Arthit Pier has a rating of 4.1★ based on 301 Google reviews.
Phra Arthit Pier (Chao Phraya Tourist Boat N13) is generally open from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm. For the full daily schedule, please see the location information on this page. Opening hours may vary on Thai public holidays, so please check before visiting on public holidays.
The best time to visit Bangkok is from November to February, as the weather is most stable then. Peak season is in December and January; arriving early in the day generally means fewer visitors. Travel should be carefully considered from April to May (peak heat).
The Chao Phraya N13 Phra Arthit Pier tourist boat is located at N13, Phra Arthit Pier, 98 Thanon Phra Athit, Khwaeng Chana Songkhram, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand, in Bangkok. The usual means of transport in Bangkok are the BTS Skytrain (in most central areas) and the MRT Metro (subway).
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