Sukhothai Travel Guide: The former capital of Siam and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sukhothai has preserved many remnants of its glorious past. Most of the temples are located in and around the Historical Park. The park is beautifully landscaped, perhaps a little too lush for nature lovers. However, the ruins of the buildings and the stone Buddha statues allow visitors to delve deep into Thailand's history. This is arguably one of the most interesting places in the country. The adjacent town is called New Sukhothai. The name Old Sukhothai is used by locals and can also be found on buses to identify the Historical Park. If possible, you should plan an extra day to visit Si Satchanalai. The ruins are just as beautiful as those in Sukhothai, but the natural surroundings are even wilder. You can find all the information you need about getting around in Sukhothai in our "Getting Around in Sukhothai" section.

Accommodation in Sukhothai: Hotels and guesthouses are located in New Sukhothai, the modern part of the city. Old Sukhothai encompasses the area of ​​the Historical Park. There are two guesthouses there, directly opposite the entrance to the Historical Park. Accommodation options are limited in this area. In New Sukhothai, guesthouses are mainly concentrated near the bridge on Jarodvithi Thong Road, which crosses the Yom River. Accommodation prices in Sukhothai are very affordable. Find accommodation in Sukhothai. 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 Sukhothai. Sriwilai Sukhothai Hotel in Sukhothai, Old Sukhothai (Historical Park) 9.0/10 Book now More details Legendha Sukhothai Hotel Hotel in Sukhothai, Old Sukhothai (Historical Park) 8.0/10 Book now More details Baan Suk Suk Sukhothai Resort Hotel in Sukhothai, Old Sukhothai (Historical Park) 9.6/10 Book now More details Baan Georges Hotel Hotel in Sukhothai, New Sukhothai 8.4/10 Book now More details Thai Thai Sukhothai Guesthouse Pension in Sukhothai, New Sukhothai 8.6/10 Book now More details Lotus Village Hotel Guesthouse in Sukhothai, New Sukhothai 7.9/10 Book now More details Sukhothai City Resort Hotel in Sukhothai, Old Sukhothai (Historical Park) 9.0/10 Book now More details Wake Up at Muang Kao Boutique Hotel Hotel in Sukhothai Location Old Sukhothai (Historical Park) 8.9/10 Book now More details Garden House Guesthouse in Sukhothai Location New Sukhothai 7.2/10 Book now More details Orchid Hibiscus Guesthouse Guesthouse in Sukhothai Location Old Sukhothai (Historical Park) 8.0/10 Book now More details arrow_circle_right View all accommodations in Sukhothai

Practical information about Sukhothai: A bus to the historical park runs along Jarod Vith Thong Road. The bus stop is 50 meters from Poo Restaurant. During peak season, the bus runs every half hour.

How do you get to Sukhothai? Many people mistakenly think you can take the train to Sukhothai. However, the nearest town with a train connection is Phitsanulok. From there, buses run hourly to New Sukhothai (about a 1.5-hour journey), the town right next to the Sukhothai Historical Park. Of course, you can also travel by bus. Buses from Bangkok depart from the northern bus station, Mo Chit. There are also several daily bus services from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or Ayutthaya, which are very convenient as they stop right near the entrance to the Sukhothai Historical Park. These buses, which I refer to as "Historical Park," are operated by Wintour or Transport Co. Ltd. Sukhothai also has a small airport and some flight connections to Bangkok. A shuttle bus will take you to the Sukhothai bus station in 40 minutes (last quoted price: 18 THB). Sukhothai Airport has a small zoo. Alternatively, you can land at Phitsanulok Airport and complete the rest of your journey by car. View all travel options to Sukhothai.

My selection of tours and activities in Sukhothai Historical Park: Sunset Bike Tour (English-speaking guide) Visit Sukhothai Historical Park in the afternoon by bike and enjoy the sunset over the magnificent monuments! Details & Booking More tours and activities in Sukhothai

What's the best way to get around Sukhothai? Most visitors head to the Sukhothai Historical Park. Buses depart every 20 minutes from Jarot Withiithong Road (past the Poo Restaurant, see the bus marker on the map) and will take you there for 30 THB (one way). Often, the return trip from the park coincides with the end of the school day, so the bus then operates as a school bus and continues past the first stop. This can be easily planned depending on the location of your accommodation. Alternatively, Sukhothai has tuk-tuks, which are more like motorcycles with sidecars. They can take you anywhere, including the bus station just outside the city.

Free mini light and sound shows in Sukhothai. This festival usually takes place several times a year. Learn more about free mini light and sound shows in Sukhothai.

Commemoration Day for King Ramkhamhaeng This festival usually takes place in January. More about Commemoration Day for King Ramkhamhaeng

Makha Bucha near Sukhothai (Sukhohtai). This festival usually takes place in February. Arrow_circle_right More about Makha Bucha near Sukhothai (Sukhohtai)

Sukhothai Light & Love: Illuminations in the historical park. This festival usually takes place in February. Learn more about Sukhothai Light & Love: Illuminations in the historical park.

Visakha Bucha Day at Sukhothai Historical Park. This festival usually takes place in June. Learn more about Visakha Bucha Day at Sukhothai Historical Park.

Asanha Bucha Day ceremony at Sukhothai Historical Park. This festival usually takes place in July. More information about the Asanha Bucha Day ceremony at Sukhothai Historical Park.

Sukhothai Loy Krathong and Candle Festival: This festival usually takes place in November. More about the Sukhothai Loy Krathong and Candle Festival

Other sights in Sukhothai: Wat Saphan Hin with its standing Buddha. This temple is one of the two truly interesting ones outside the central area of ​​the Sukhothai Historical Park, although it is less interesting compared to Wat Si Chum. Wat Chang Lom: This temple is located outside the paid area of ​​the Sukhothai Historical Park, 1.5 km from the main entrance, and is interesting because of its chedi, the base of which is surrounded by 32 elephant figures. It is located directly behind the Legendha Hotel. Wat Chetuphon: Along with Wat Chang Lom, it is the most interesting temple outside the paid areas of the Sukhothai Historical Park. There, you can admire four large Buddha reliefs. They are damaged and missing their heads, but such figures are not found within the paid areas. Buddha Amulet Workshop: Although Sukhothai is mainly known for its historical park, there are numerous handicraft workshops in the province. Among the attractions is a workshop for making Buddha amulets, where tourists can learn how to craft them. It's a lovely activity, and visitors will also experience other surprises...

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