Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

Parks & gardens

Ayutthaya Historical Park

The former capital of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, founded by King U Thong in 1350, this site preserves the remains of a city that flourished until it was destroyed by Burmese forces in 1767. Wandering among the ruins, visitors can imagine the kingdom's past glory.

Heritage & monuments

Wat Chaiwatthanaram

One of Ayutthaya's most notable temple ruins and a major landmark representing the region. It's a great place to wander among remnants of the ancient kingdom.

Heritage & monuments

Wat Lokaya Sutharam

A temple ruin in Ayutthaya, Thailand. A large reclining Buddha made of brick and stucco remains here, offering a glimpse of the old Ayutthaya kingdom.

Nature

Pa Sak River

The Pasak River flows through central Thailand, passing through several provinces before joining the Chao Phraya River near Ayutthaya. You can leisurely enjoy the riverside scenery along its course.

Museums & galleries

Chao Sam Phraya National Museum

A national museum in Ayutthaya displaying Buddhist artifacts and gold works unearthed from the ruins of Wat Ratchaburana and Wat Mahathat. It offers a close look at the splendid legacy of the Ayutthaya Kingdom.

Temples & religious sites

Saint Joseph Church

Saint Joseph Church is a Roman Catholic church on the Chao Phraya riverbank in Ayutthaya's old town, the site of Thailand's first French Catholic mission. The current building, completed in 1891, draws attention with its antique facade.

Heritage & monuments

Wat Phra Ram

A temple near the old royal palace grounds in Ayutthaya, east of Wat Phra Si Sanphet. Surrounded by a tranquil waterway, it's a pleasant spot to stroll among the ruins and take in the atmosphere of the former royal capital.

Nature

Lopburi River

The Lopburi River branches off the Chao Phraya River at Sing Buri, flows through the Lopburi area, and rejoins the main river at Ayutthaya. Along its course, you can enjoy simple, unassuming scenery.