Phitsanulok Travel Guide: Phitsanulok is one of the largest cities in northern Thailand. A major transportation hub heading north, it was the capital of the kingdom for a quarter of a century. Few traces remain of this glorious past: some walls and a badly dilapidated chedi. Apart from Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, commonly known locally as Wat Yai (Great Temple), there isn't much to see. Travelers usually only stay overnight en route to Sukhothai (60 km away). Phitsanulok is the nearest city with a train connection. The banks of the Nan River are lovely, and other temples, such as the beautifully illuminated Wat Ratburana at night, or the Buddha Factory and Bird Garden, are worth a visit. If you have a car, be sure to explore the mountainous surroundings of the city, particularly along National Route 12 towards Lomsak, where you'll find rivers and waterfalls. A short lunch stop at the small bungalows of Rain Forest Spring perfectly rounds off the trip. All options for getting around Phitsanulok can be found in our section "Getting Around in Phitsanulok".

Accommodation in Phitsanulok: Phitsanulok has only a few hotels and a handful of guesthouses. This is somewhat surprising for a town of this size. Often, the staff in budget accommodations speak little or no English. Travelers in Phitsanulok usually intend to continue on to Sukhothai and do not stay overnight in Phitsanulok. Most accommodations, ranging from very budget to luxury, are located near the train station. Also located there are Wat Phra Si Ratana Mahatat, the most important temple in Phitsanulok, the Wat Ratburana across the street, and the night market near the station. Find accommodation in Phitsanulok. 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 Phitsanulok. Dragon River Avenue Hotel in Phitsanulok (7.7/10) Book now More details Lithai Guesthouse in Phitsanulok (8.0/10) Book now More details View all accommodations in Phitsanulok

Practical information about Phitsanulok: Phitsanulok is one of Thailand's largest cities. Buses depart from one of its two bus stations to almost all destinations in northern and northeastern Thailand, as well as some destinations in the south. Phitsanulok, as the Thais often call it, is the last city before Sukhothai that can be reached by train (local buses run regularly; travel time: 1 hour). The city has an airport.

How do I get to Phitsanulok? Phitsanulok is a major bus hub in northern Thailand. Therefore, it's easily accessible from most northern cities, as well as from cities in Isan (northeast Thailand). Buses depart from Mochit in Bangkok. Many trains also stop daily in Phitsanulok, the last city with a train station before Sukhothai. There are three daily flights from Bangkok to Phitsanulok (Don Mueang Airport). [arrow_circle_right] See all travel options to Phitsanulok

What's the best way to get around Phitsanulok? In Phitsanulok, you'll find tuk-tuks and samlaws (three-wheeled rickshaws), while taxis are very rare. A three-wheeled rickshaw ride from the bus station to your hotel or guesthouse in the train station area costs about 50 baht. Alternatively, you can use the bus network if you speak some Thai or find a Thai person who speaks English at the bus stop (many bus lines stop near the train station, just behind the market on Ekatossarot Road). They can tell you which line to take to reach your destination.

Phitsanulok Boat Racing Festival. This festival usually takes place in September. More about the Phitsanulok Boat Racing Festival

Other sights in Phitsanulok: Buddha Factory (★★★★ Visitors have free access to the finishing area (not the foundry) and can purchase Buddha images and statues of all types and sizes in the shop. Wat Ratburana (★★★★) is located right next to Wat Phra Si Mahathat Rattana, the main temple of Phitsanulok. The chedi is visible from the road. Wat Phra Sorn Kaew (★★★★★) This temple, little known to foreign tourists, houses a series of white seated Buddha statues arranged from smallest to largest – simply magnificent. The location amidst the surrounding mountains is also very beautiful. Walking Street (★) This large night market takes place every Saturday evening around 5 pm on Sangkha Bucha Road. The street is closed to traffic for this occasion so that the vendors can set up their stalls and the many customers can shop undisturbed. Wat Chulamanee (★) This temple is considered the oldest in Phitsanulok province. It's a historical site where you can see the ruins of the original brick temple and a more recent wharf with intricate details, including beautiful window decorations. Wat Nang Phaya lies between Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, the main temple in Phitsanulok, and the very interesting Wat Ratchaburana, and is considerably less well-known and visited. However, it houses a magnificent Buddha statue and is worth a short visit. Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park, about a 1.5-hour drive from Phitsanulok and an hour from Phetchabun, is known for its plateau with rock formations that resemble the back of a giant crocodile. While not Thailand's most important national park, it's a delightful piece of nature and mountains, as well as an important historical site. Ban Rak Thai offers beautiful scenery in this mountainous area, with pleasant cafes, restaurants, and resorts, often with breathtaking views. Not an absolute must-see from Phitsanulok. It's not great, but it's a nice day trip. Visit the area on a weekend, as many places are closed during the week.

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