Nakhon Pathom Travel Guide: What draws visitors to Nakhon Pathom is Wat Phra Pathom Chedi. With its enormous chedi, it is the largest Buddhist monument in the world. From 6 a.m., when the monks chant, until late at night, there is a lively atmosphere around the temple. Every evening, a night market with Thailand's largest food court takes place in the parking lot. Nakhon Pathom is considered the place where the first Buddhists in Thailand settled. Western tourists are rare; mainly Thais travel there to meditate and pray. Many come for a day trip from Bangkok, which is only 56 km away. This is probably why the town offers limited accommodation. Another important monument in Nakhon Pathom is Sanam Chan Palace, a royal palace.

Accommodation in Nakhon Pathom: The selection of hotels and guesthouses in Nakhon Pathom is quite limited due to its proximity to Bangkok (only 56 km away). The two closest hotels to Phra Pathom Chedi are older buildings with clean but basic rooms. They appear somewhat dated, especially the rooms with fans (but the price is very low). The rooms with air conditioning, particularly at the Siam Hotel, have been renovated and are therefore considerably more attractive (and, of course, more expensive). Find accommodation in Nakhon Pathom. 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 Nakhon Pathom. Diary Suite Hotel in Nakhon Pathom, 8.1/10. Book now. More details. Trendy Hotel in Nakhon Pathom, 8.0/10. Book now. More details. Kamonthhara Apartment Hotel in Nakhon Pathom, 7.7/10. Book now. More details. View all accommodations in Nakhon Pathom.

Practical information about Nakhon Pathom: Since the Phra Pathom Chedi is almost always in sight, Nakhon Pathom is easily explored on foot. However, there are also motorcycle taxis, tuk-tuks, and some rickshaws, which can be found mainly near the temple and the train station. Few drivers speak English, as they are not used to foreign tourists using their services. In addition to your trip to Nakhon Pathom, you can plan a visit to Phuttamonthon, the so-called World Center of Buddhism (although this name is not official). This sprawling park is dedicated to Buddhism and houses the world's largest walking Buddha at its center. Various sites in the surrounding area commemorate key moments in the Buddha's life, and one temple houses the Pali Canon, inscribed on large marble tablets.

How do I get to Nakhon Pathom? Nakhon Pathom is a major hub for many bus routes to Bangkok and is also accessible by train. Buses to Suphanburi and Kanchanaburi (Old Road, Route 81) stop here near Phra Pathom Chedi. You can also reach Nakhon Pathom by train from southern Thailand or Bangkok via the Southern Railway. [arrow_circle_right] View all travel options to Nakhon Pathom

Swing dancing at Phra Pathom Chedi. This festival usually takes place in February. More about swing dancing at Phra Pathom Chedi.

Sak Yant Khru Wai Festival at Wat Bang Phra. This festival usually takes place in March. More about the Sak Yant Khru Wai Festival at Wat Bang Phra

Nakhon Pathom Phra Pathommachedi Festival: This festival usually takes place in November. More about the Nakhon Pathom Phra Pathommachedi Festival

Other sights in Nakhon Pathom: Sanam Chan Palace (5 stars): A small, charming royal palace, just 2 km from Phra Pathom Chedi. It's well worth a visit, as it's often overlooked when visiting Nakhon Pathom. Phutthamonthon (5 stars): About 30 kilometers from Nakhon Pathom lies this vast park, famous for its large statue of the Walking Buddha – reportedly the largest in the world. Monuments surrounding it commemorate key events in the Buddha's life, and a temple houses the sacred texts of Theravada Buddhism, carved in marble. Wat Klang Bang Kaew (5 stars): Located about 20 kilometers east of Nakhon Pathom, this temple boasts magnificent murals in its main hall. The chedi behind it is very interesting and offers many photogenic details. Wat Maisupradittharam (5 stars): This golden temple is located next to Wat Klang Bang Kaew. I therefore recommend visiting it as well if you're in the area, even though it's somewhat less spectacular in my opinion. The temple is currently being expanded and is still beautiful... if you like gold ;) Wat Sri Sa Thong ★★★★ This temple is dedicated to the deity Phra Rahu, who devours the sun and moon. It features lovely halls with interesting and sometimes surprising outdoor statues, as well as a hall with a magnificently decorated vault.

How do you ask for directions to Nakhon Pathom in Thai? I want to go to Nakhon Pathom / Yak pai thi Nakhon Pathom. Where is Nakhon Pathom? / Nakhon Pathom yu thi nai?