Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya is one of the most iconic ancient temples in Ayutthaya, Thailand's former capital, featuring the haunting image of a Buddha head entwined in tree roots. Built in the 14th century, this UNESCO World Heritage site represents the pinnacle of Ayutthayan architecture and is a masterpiece of Buddhist artistic heritage. The temple's serene atmosphere and archaeological significance make it one of Thailand's most visited spiritual and historical monuments.
This temple offers a rare and mesmerizing encounter with history, where ancient Buddhism and nature converge in the famous Buddha head embedded in banyan tree roots. It is essential for understanding Thailand's golden age of art, architecture, and spiritual devotion.
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Three gleaming chedis represent one of Ayutthaya's most photographed ruins with stunning architectural details.
An elegant riverside temple with a distinctive prang tower, beautifully reflected in the Chao Phraya River at sunset.
A restored temple with intricate stucco work and a significant historical presence in the ancient city's core.
Standard entrance fee
Time
2-3 hours
Cost
THB 50.00*
Effort
Easy
Per group guide service
Time
2 hours
Cost
THB 300*–THB 600*
Effort
Easy
Entrance fee same as regular visit
Time
1-2 hours
Cost
THB 50.00*
Effort
Easy
Bicycle rental and entrance fees combined
Time
Half day
Cost
THB 200*–THB 400*
Effort
Moderate
Per person boat tour with guide
Time
3-4 hours
Cost
THB 400*–THB 800*
Effort
Easy
This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 33°C annually. Avoid travel in Sep due to heavy rainfall.
⚠️ Avoid travelling in Sep due to extreme conditions.
Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
From Bangkok, take Highway 1 or the Northern Express Train heading north towards Ayutthaya. The temple is located in the historic island area of Ayutthaya city, approximately 80 km north of Bangkok.