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Historic City of Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya

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Must see · World heritage site · Historic Site · Landmark

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Discover Thailand's rich and compelling history at Historic City of Ayutthaya, a settlement founded in 1350. The second Siamese capital, it was ransacked by the Burmese in the 18th century, yet its ruins still offer a fascinating glimpse into Asian architecture of the period, town life, and spirituality. Now a World Heritage Site, the city retains an abundance of treasured buildings, statues, and surrounding scenery. Admire the delicacy of the design and its resilience to the forces of nature and society. Remember to bring your camera, and note that crowds peak at midday. With our world travel planner, Ayutthaya attractions like Historic City of Ayutthaya can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.

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FROM $52 BOOK WITH VIATOR Ayutthaya Historical Park Small Group Tour Ayutthaya Historical Park Small Group Tour

4.6

Duration: 9 hours 32 minutes

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FROM $125 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Private Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In Summer Palace from Bangkok Full-Day Private Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In Summer Palace from Bangkok

4.9

Duration: 7 to 9 hours

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FROM $63 BOOK WITH VIATOR Ayutthaya Ancient Temples Tour from Bangkok by Road (SHA Plus) Ayutthaya Ancient Temples Tour from Bangkok by Road (SHA Plus)

4.7

Duration: 10 hours

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FROM $141 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Excursion to Ayutthaya, UNESCO World Heritage site with Boat Tour Private Excursion to Ayutthaya, UNESCO World Heritage site with Boat Tour

5.0

Duration: 7 to 8 hours

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FROM $168 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Ayutthaya Day Tour from Bangkok Private Ayutthaya Day Tour from Bangkok

4.9

Duration: 9 hours

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FROM $167 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour: Full-Day Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok Private Tour: Full-Day Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok

4.5

Duration: 9 hours

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FROM $40 BOOK WITH VIATOR Half-Day Ayutthaya City Cultural Bike Tour Half-Day Ayutthaya City Cultural Bike Tour

4.8

Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $62 BOOK WITH VIATOR Colors of Ayutthaya Full-Day Bike Tour Colors of Ayutthaya Full-Day Bike Tour

4.8

Duration: 6 hours

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FROM $167 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Ayutthaya Temples Tour From Bangkok Private Ayutthaya Temples Tour From Bangkok

5.0

Duration: 9 hours

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FROM $107 BOOK WITH VIATOR Ayutthaya Ancient Capital Tour from Bangkok with Grand Pearl River Cruise Ayutthaya Ancient Capital Tour from Bangkok with Grand Pearl River Cruise

4.5

Duration: 10 hours

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FROM $194 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour: Full Day Ancient City of Ayutthaya and Lopburi Private Tour: Full Day Ancient City of Ayutthaya and Lopburi

4.7

Duration: 9 hours

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FROM $107 BOOK WITH VIATOR Ayutthaya by Grand Pearl River Cruise from Bangkok with Lunch on Board(SHA Plus) Ayutthaya by Grand Pearl River Cruise from Bangkok with Lunch on Board(SHA Plus)

3.1

Duration: 9 to 10 hours

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By Augereau_18

Ayutthaya is a beautiful place filled with so much history. It was founded almost 500 years ago and has many well preserved areas within the large complex of ruins. It is a UNESCO World Heritage...

Ayutthaya is a beautiful place filled with so much history. It was founded almost 500 years ago and has many well preserved areas within the large complex of ruins. It is a UNESCO World Heritage... more »
By Leanne K

We have just come to Ayutthaya from Sukhothai . The difference is a bit sad. We loved Sukhothai as both an historic site but also as a city. Ayutthaya has been a bit of a shock to the system. After...

We have just come to Ayutthaya from Sukhothai . The difference is a bit sad. We loved Sukhothai as both an historic site but also as a city. Ayutthaya has been a bit of a shock to the system. After... more »
By 721jeremiahl

PSA Ayutthaya ruins is not a single location. It's a UNESCO heritage site composed of multiple ruined temples. We visited on a hotel booked chartered private minivan. Driver was incredibly lovely but.... more

PSA Ayutthaya ruins is not a single location. It's a UNESCO heritage site composed of multiple ruined temples. We visited on a hotel booked chartered private minivan. Driver was incredibly lovely but.... more »