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Asiatique Pier is one of the popular Chao Phraya River piers in Bangkok, frequently used by tourists and locals who come to spend time at Asiatique The Riverfront Destination or board one of numerous Chao Phraya River dinner cruises starting from here. Discover everything you need to know about Asiatique Pier, such as boat routes, timetables, tickets, how to get there, and the best things to do and places to stay nearby.

Asiatique Pier

Located on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, Asiatique The Riverfront Destination is a popular tourist shopping and entertainment complex in Bangkok, where you can find many restaurants, shops, a Ferris wheel, and other attractions.

There are two piers at Asiatique:

Asiatique Pier 1 is the pier on the right side of the riverside, just behind Sirimahannop, the classical three-masted vessel permanently docked at Asiatique The Riverfront Destination. Pier 2 is mainly used to board the Chao Phraya River dinner cruise boats.

Asiatique Pier 2 is the main pier of Asiatique, located on the left end of the riverside. Pier 2 is the place where you can board the Asiatique shuttle boat to Sathorn Pier and the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat. Some of the dinner cruises also use this pier for boarding, so pay attention to the pier number provided at the check-in.

Asiatique Pier 1 & Pier 2 Map

Boats to board at Asiatique Pier

You can board different types of boats at Asiatique Pier, as taking a boat to Asiatique The Riverfront Destination is a popular way to get there. Discover the shuttle boat, hotel boat, and tourist boat services, as well as the Chao Phraya River dinner cruises that can be boarded at Asiatique Pier.

Chao Phraya River dinner cruises

Taking the Chao Phraya River dinner cruise is one of the most exclusive things to do in Bangkok, as you can enjoy a beautiful view of the city bathed in lights with the atmosphere of a festive dinner.

Chao Phraya Princess Cruise at Asiatique Pier

Asiatique Pier is a popular Bangkok river cruise departure point where you can board the following Chao Phraya River dinner cruises:

Chao Phraya Princess Cruise

White Orchid River Cruise

Royal Princess Cruise

Viva Alangka Cruise

Bangkok Chaophraya Cruise

Chaophraya Cruise

If you want to explore all the options, discover other river cruises in Bangkok and use our tips for choosing the cruise that suits your preferences and travel plans the best.

Chao Phraya Tourist Boat

Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, also known as Blue Flag Boat, is the most popular boat option for tourists, as this boat route connects all the main tourist attractions along the river. By boarding the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat at Asiatique Pier, you can visit the most famous tourist attractions in Bangkok, such as the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, the Flower Market, Chinatown, Khao San Road, and ICONSIAM.

The best thing about this Bangkok boat service is that it can be used for single trips as well as like the hop-on hop-off boat by purchasing a one-day pass.

Chao Phraya Tourist Boat

The Chao Phraya Tourist Boat starts operating at 08:30, with departures scheduled every 30 minutes. However, during the daytime, the boat route ends at Sathorn Pier, and only from 16:00 it is extended to Asiatique The Riverfront Destination.

The Chao Phraya Tourist Boat departs from Asiatique Pier to Phra Arthit daily from 16:00 to 19:00 with a 30-minute frequency. By boarding this boat, you can get from Asiatique to ICONSIAM, Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Khao San Road, and other popular tourist destinations along the Chao Phraya River directly.

Bangkok Public Boat Services

There are two public boat services operating along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.

The Chao Phraya Express Boat is the main public boat service operating along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. The company operates several boat routes with a different number of stops and varied timetables, as some of them operate on weekdays and during rush hour only. The routes are recognized by the color of the flag the boat flies.

Thai Smile Boat, previously known as MINE Smart Ferry, is an electric public boat service operating on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. It's a more environmentally friendly alternative to the Chao Phraya Express Boat.

Pay attention that, with the exception of the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, all other Bangkok public boats don't stop at Asiatique Pier!

Orange Flag Boat of Chao Phraya Express Boat

However, you can take a public boat to one of the Chao Phraya River piers not far from Asiatique and then walk or take a tuk-tuk for the remaining distance.

The Orange Flag Boat and the Yellow Flag Boat (only during daytime) of Chao Phraya Express Boat end their route at Wat Rajsingkorn Pier, which is located just before Asiatique.

The electric boats running on the City Line (Green Line) of Thai Smile Boat make a stop at Wat Worachanyawas Pier, which is located about 1 kilometer from Asiatique.

Asiatique shuttle boat

In the evening, Asiatique The Riverfront Destination provides a free shuttle boat service between Asiatique Pier and Sathorn Pier.

Asiatique Shuttle Boat Service

The Asiatique shuttle boat is offered to all the visitors free of charge and connects Asiatique Pier 2 with Sathorn Pier.

Sathorn Pier, also known as the Central Pier, is the main public transportation hub on the Chao Phraya River, as it is easily reachable by the BTS Skytrain due to the convenient location next to BTS Saphan Taksin Station.

The shuttle boat is operating from 16:00 to 23:30, with a boat normally leaving every 30 minutes.

Asiatique Free Shuttle Boat Timetable

Hotel shuttle boats to Asiatique Pier

The largest Bangkok Riverside hotels are normally offering a free shuttle boat service for their guests. Most of them have regular shuttle boats operating between the hotel and Sathorn Pier, but there are some hotels that also offer free trips to Asiatique in the evening.

Hotels that are offering the service of a shuttle boat to Asiatique:

The Salil Hotel Riverside – Bangkok – a luxurious hotel set alongside the majestic Chao Phraya River in the heart of downtown. The hotel is offering two daily shuttle boat departures from Salil Pier to Asiatique Pier and vice versa.

For the current shuttle boat schedule, check at the hotel.

Boat tickets at Asiatique Pier

Depending on the boat you are looking to take at Asiatique Pier, you might need to buy a ticket.

Tickets to Bangkok dinner cruises departing from Asiatique Pier should be booked in advance. It can be easily done via the following link: Chao Phraya River dinner cruise tickets.

Before you board the dinner cruise, you need to make a check-in at the "Cruise Ticket Point" of the Asiatique The Riverfront Warehouse No. 7, which is one of the clearly marked buildings close to the Ferris wheel. To get there, look for the sign as seen below.

Cruise Ticket Point at Asiatique Warehouse No. 7

Once at the Asiatique The Riverfront Warehouse No. 7, you will notice the dinner cruise check-in counters lined up along one side. There are check-in counters of several different Chao Phraya dinner cruise companies, so make sure to approach the one you've purchased a ticket of.

Cruise check-in counters at Asiatique The Riverfront Warehouse No. 7

To board the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, you need to purchase either a single-journey ticket or a one-day pass. Day passes can be conveniently booked online without waiting in the line at the ticket office.

You don't need a ticket to board the Asiatique shuttle boat going to Sathorn Pier (BTS Saphan Taksin Station). Just go to Pier 2, wait in the line, and board the boat once it arrives.

Popular destinations from Asiatique Pier

The most popular destinations that can be reached by boat from Asiatique:

  • Sathorn Pier
  • Wat Arun
  • Grand Palace
  • Chinatown
  • ICONSIAM
  • Khao San Road

All these popular spots along the Chao Phraya River, as well as several other destinations, can be conveniently visited by purchasing a Chao Phraya Tourist Boat one-day pass.

Asiatique to Sathorn Pier

Sathorn Pier, located under the King Taksin the Great Bridge, is the central pier of the Chao Phraya River public boats. At Sathorn Pier, you can transfer to the BTS Skytrain at the nearby BTS Saphan Taksin Station and then extend your trip to other Bangkok areas, like Silom, Siam, Sukhumvit, Chatuchak, and others.

To get from Asiatique to Sathorn Pier, you can take the free Asiatique shuttle boat or the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, which is a good option for travelers who already have a one-day pass.

Asiatique to Wat Arun

Wat Arun, known as the Temple of Dawn, is a Buddhist temple situated on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Thanks to its riverside location, Wat Arun is one of the most stunning temples and one of the best-known landmarks in Bangkok.

Wat Arun

To get from Asiatique to Wat Arun directly, you need to take the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat to Wat Arun Pier. You can also take the Asiatique shuttle boat to Sathorn Pier and transfer there to the City Line of Thai Smile Boat, the route of which includes a stop at Wat Arun.

Asiatique to the Grand Palace

The Grand Palace is an impressive complex of buildings that was an official residence of the Thai kings for 150 years. The complex also houses Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, which is regarded as the most important and sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.

To get from Asiatique to the Grand Palace directly, you need to take the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat. Otherwise, you can also take the Asiatique shuttle boat to Sathorn Pier and transfer there to the Chao Phraya Express Boat or Thai Smile Boat going to Tha Chang Pier (N9), which is the pier nearest to the entrance of the palace complex.

Asiatique to Chinatown

Bangkok Chinatown, locally known as Yaowarat, is one of the oldest and most unique cultural areas of Bangkok, which was established by Chinese merchants in the 1780s. The streets of Chinatown are full of colorful buildings and decorations as well as Chinese-style attractions, restaurants, and markets.

To get from Asiatique to Chinatown, you can take the Blue Flag Boat to Ratchawong Pier (N5). Another option is using a combination of the Asiatique shuttle boat and the Orange Flag Boat or the City Line of Thai Smile Boat.

Asiatique to ICONSIAM

ICONSIAM shopping mall is the main attraction in the area, as it's a famous shopping complex with hundreds of high-end shops and restaurants and even an indoor floating market, which is perfect for those who want to taste a variety of Thai dishes at affordable prices. If you are heading there, don't forget to book your free ONESIAM Global Visitor Card that will let you enjoy exclusive discounts and services at a variety of stores inside the ICONSIAM and 5 other shopping complexes of the group.

ICONSIAM Pier is also a popular spot for boarding Bangkok river cruises, as many of them depart from there daily.

ICONSIAM Pier

To get from Asiatique to ICONSIAM, you can take the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat directly to ICONSIAM Pier or use a combination of the Asiatique shuttle boat and the ICONSIAM shuttle boat with a transfer at Sathorn Pier. However, both these options are available from 16:00. If you want to get there earlier, you can take the Orange Flag Boat or the Yellow Flag Boat from Wat Rajsingkorn Pier, which is located a short walk from Asiatique.

Asiatique to Khao San Road

Khao San Road is the most popular location in Bangkok among backpackers and solo travelers who like to connect. The area is located just north of Bangkok Old Town, with the city's most important attractions within walking distance.

To get from Asiatique to Khao San Road, you can take the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat to Phra Arthit Pier (N13), which is the pier nearest to the backpacker street. Otherwise, you can also take the Asiatique shuttle boat to Sathorn Pier and transfer there to the Orange Flag Boat.

How to get to Asiatique Pier

To get to Asiatique Pier, you can take a shuttle boat from Sathorn Pier, which can be conveniently reached by the BTS Skytrain from anywhere in the city via the adjacent BTS Saphan Taksin Station.

The Chao Phraya Tourist Boat can also be used for traveling to Asiatique from different riverside areas in Bangkok.

Several Bangkok bus routes also pass by Asiatique The Riverfront Destination.

Things to do near Asiatique Pier

Asiatique The Riverfront Destination, occupying a large complex of old warehouses on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, feels more like an open-air shopping mall than a night market. Here you can shop for souvenirs, dine at numerous restaurants, enjoy the views from the highest Ferris wheel in Bangkok, or spend an evening watching the most popular ladyboy show in the city, Calypso Cabaret.

Before getting there, also get familiar with exclusive dining packages that combine value with exceptional quality and are specially designed to let you savor the best that Asiatique food venues have to offer.

Located next to Asiatique, Top Knot Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is a nice rooftop venue on the 8th-9th floor of Hotel Once, which is a boutique modern classic-style hotel in the Charoenkrung district. On the 8th floor, the bar is designed as a botanical glass house, while on the 9th floor, it is an outdoor bar where you will see the panoramic view of the Chao Phraya River. Even if it's situated not very high, Top Knot Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is one of the affordable rooftop bars in Bangkok with nice river views.

To prepare for a perfect night out at the riverside rooftop bar, explore the special offers for sharing set packages at Top Knot Rooftop Bar.

Hotels near Asiatique Pier

The most popular accommodation options near Asiatique Pier are:

Ramada Plaza Bangkok Menam Riverside (also check the special offer for the hotel on Agoda).

Hotel Once Bangkok (also check the special offer for the hotel on Agoda).

The Salil Hotel Riverside Bangkok (also check the special offer for the hotel on Agoda).

Hotels near Asiatique Pier

Other Bangkok Chao Phraya River Piers

The Chao Phraya River pier map can be found here: Bangkok River Pier Map.