Kamphaeng Phet Travel Guide: Located 77 km from Sukhothai, Kamphaeng Phet is considerably less crowded. Nevertheless, the historical park is well worth a visit, particularly for the three Buddha statues of Wat Phra Kaew. The expansive park, set in the adjacent forest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since December 12, 1991, is home to numerous temple ruins. It's excellent for cycling and makes a good base for exploring Sukhothai, although the temples themselves are in a much worse state of repair. History and temple enthusiasts should also include Si Satchanalai in their itinerary. The town of Kamphaeng Phet, whose name means "Diamond Wall," offers few attractions: two museums displaying artifacts and statues from the region and their history, and the remains of the fortifications (walls and fortresses). However, the town exudes the tranquil and friendly atmosphere of a small tourist destination. Since 2011, significant efforts have been made to raise the town's profile and attract visitors. Today, most visitors come from Thailand. There are also an increasing number of tours that combine both Sukhothai and Kamphaeng Phet. The banks of the Ping River, where the night market is held, are beautiful. Good, affordable accommodations are available, though not numerous and quite far from the historical park. Sukhothai-era remains are plentiful in the area, especially outside the city near the bus station. The region is also home to several national parks and hill tribe settlements. Kamphaeng Phet is a pleasant and relaxed base for exploring Thailand's history. You might be surprised how captivated you become by the atmosphere, wanting to stay for several days and revisiting the temples. For all the information you need on getting around Kamphaeng Phet, see our "Getting Around Kamphaeng Phet" section.

Accommodation in Kamphaeng Phet: Oddly enough, hotels and guesthouses in Kamphaeng Phet are located quite far from the historical park, which lies partly within the city limits. The best value accommodation can be found in the area between Wat Khu Yang and the Big C supermarket. There are also some hotels on Ratcahdamnoen 1 and Thesa 1. If you are arriving by bus, get off at the Clock Tower stop instead of going to the bus station, which is 2 kilometers outside the city. Find accommodation in Kamphaeng Phet. Choose a destination: Amphawa Ayutthaya Bang Saphan Bangkok Buriram Cha Am Chachoengsao Chaiyaphum Chanthaburi Chiang Dao Chiang Khan Chiang Mai Chiang Rai Chonburi Chumphon Dan Sai Hat Yai Hua Hin Kalasin Kamphaeng Phet Kanchanaburi Khao Lak Khao Sok Koh Chang Koh Jum Koh Kood Koh Lanta Koh Larn Koh Lipe Koh Mak Koh Phangan Koh Phayam Koh Phi Phi Koh Samet Koh Samui Koh Sichang Koh Tao Koh Wai Krabi Lampang Lamphun Loei Lopburi Mae Hong Son Nakhon Pathom Nakhon Phanom Nakhon Ratchasima Nakhon Si Thammarat Nan Nang Rong Nong Khai Pai Pak Chong Pattaya Phang Nga Phang Nga Phayao Phetchabun Phetchaburi Phitsanulok Phrae Phuket Prachuap Khiri Khan Pranburi Railay Ranong Ratchaburi Rayong Roi Et Samut Songkhram Sangkhlaburi Sattahip Sukhothai Surat Thani Surin Tak Trang Trat Ubon Ratchathani Udon Thani all categories from 300 THB to 500 THB from 500 to 1000 THB from 1000 to 2500 THB from 2500 to 5000 THB plus 5000 THB // Grey The prices that are not available in the city selection ("All prices" are always available) function findAccommodationCategories(citySelect) { var option=citySelect.options[citySelect.selectedIndex]; var price=parseInt(option ? option.getAttribute("data-price") : 0,10) || 0; var categories=citySelect.form.elements["categories"]; if(!categories) return; for (var i = 0; i < categories.options.length; i++) { var val = categories.options[i].value; categories.options[i].disabled = !(val == "all" || val == "-" || (Math.pow(2, parseInt(val, 10))&price)); } } (function() { var forms = document.querySelectorAll("#form-accommodations form"); var form = forms[forms.length-1]; if (form && form.elements["cities"]) findAccommodationCategories(form.elements["cities"]); })(); My Recommendations I am often asked which accommodations I recommend in Thailand. Here are my recommendations for Kamphaeng Phet. La Riva Boutique Hotel in Kamphaeng Phet, Kamphaeng Phet City, 8.5/10, Book now, More details. Navarat Heritage Hotel in Kamphaeng Phet, Kamphaeng Phet City, 7.1/10, Book now, More details. P. Paradise Hotel in Kamphaeng Phet, Kamphaeng Phet City, 8.0/10, Book now, More details. Golden Place Hotel in Kamphaeng Phet, Kamphaeng Phet City, More details. View all accommodations in Kamphaeng Phet.

Practical information about transportation in Kamphaeng Phet isn't easy to find. It's mostly located at a few strategic points (bus station, clock tower, market, and Big C). Getting around by car is easier. Otherwise, it's recommended to rent a bicycle after checking into your hotel or guesthouse to explore the city comfortably. Three J Guesthouse offers bicycles at the cheapest price (50 THB per day). Chakungrao Riverview Hotel and Naravat Hotel also offer bicycles, but at significantly higher prices (200 to 250 THB per day). If you're arriving by bus during peak season, get off where most Thai passengers disembark – at the intersection near the clock tower. This will help you avoid going to the bus station. During the off-season, it's advisable to go to the bus station, as you're less likely to find a motorbike taxi or tuk-tuk at the intersection. Don't hesitate to contact your hotel or guesthouse to arrange a pick-up service. Information is available exclusively at the Historical Park's information center. Take advantage of your visit to the park to stop by – it offers a wealth of information for an excursion in the region.

How do I get to Kamphaeng Phet? To get to Kamphaeng Phet, you need to take a bus. Buses run regularly from Bangkok's northern bus station (Mochit). Bus number 94 goes to Kamphaeng Phet. Alternatively, you can fly or take a train to Phitsanulok and then take a bus. Bus lines 615 or 193 run from Phitsanulok to Kamphaeng Phet. There are also songthaews from Sukhothai, but the journey is quite long. [arrow_circle_right] See all ways to get to Kamphaeng Phet

What's the best way to get around Kamphaeng Phet? The best way is to take a tuk-tuk or rent a bicycle. The Three J Guesthouse rents bicycles. There are also many local buses, but it's not easy to figure out where they go.

Kamphaeng Phet Nop Phra Len Pleng Festival and Red Cross Mass. This festival usually takes place in February. Learn more about the Kamphaeng Phet Nop Phra Len Pleng Festival and the Red Cross Mass.

Other sights in Kamphaeng Phet: Wat Phra Kaew is the most noteworthy temple, primarily because of its two Buddhas, one of which is a reclining Buddha. They are featured in all the tourist brochures. Wat Phra Si Ariyabot (or Si Iriyabot) is the second most interesting temple in the Historical Park, as it has an almost completely preserved standing Buddha. Wat Singh is located in the second part of the Historical Park (Arunyik area), directly behind Wat Phra Si Ariyabot. There, a seated Buddha stands in the center, and another is in a small building at the rear. Wat Phra Non is the first temple in the Arunyik area and essentially consists only of the main building and a chedi. Wat Kru Si Hong is a small temple completely nestled in the forest – which is precisely why we like it. Wat Bang is a temple in the town of Ratchadamnoen, interesting only for its red Buddha sculpture. Wat Ku Yang is known for its small wooden building on stilts over a pond, which was used to store Buddhist scriptures and books, protecting them from rats and termites. Wat Thep Molee houses a large U-Thong-style Buddha from the Ayutthaya period. Villagers believe it possesses great powers, such as the ability to stop the rain.

How do you ask for directions to Kamphaeng Phet in Thai? I want to go to Kamphaeng Phet / Yak pai thi Gam Pèng Pèt. Where is Kamphaeng Phet? / Gam Pèng Pèt yu thi nai?