Phra Atit Pier (N13)
One of the perceived problems about staying in Bangkok’s Old City district is the lack of a skytrain or subway, but that's forgetting the most ancient of public transportation that already winds its way through the centre of the Old City – the mighty Chao Praya River.
From dawn until way past dusk, there's a mass of boats and ferries ploughing their way up and down this stretch of the river, linking Phra Atit with other areas of the city. Heading downstream to link up with Saphan Taksin BTS Skytrain Station costs from 15 baht on the local ferry or around 40 baht on the Tourist Express boat (150 baht for an all-day pass), which comes with a tour guide pointing out all the many attractions that line the river on both sides. With the wind blowing in your face and not a red light in sight, this is the clever way to travel around the city.
Chana Songkhram
Phra Nakhon
Bangkok 10200
