Just 80 km north of Bangkok, Ayutthaya's brick chedis, the iconic Buddha head in tree roots at Wat Mahathat, and river cruises make it Thailand's best day trip from the capital.
Highlights
- · Wat Mahathat (Buddha head in tree)
- · Wat Chaiwatthanaram
- · Bang Pa-In Summer Palace
- · Bicycle tour of ruins
Best time to visit
November – February