Si Phraya Pier is one of the busiest Chao Phraya River piers in Bangkok, frequently used by tourists and locals who come here to take public boats and cross-river ferries. Discover everything you need to know about Si Phraya Pier, such as boat routes, timetables, tickets, how to get there, and the best things to do and places to stay nearby.
This Si Phraya Pier guide covers:
The Pier
Si Phraya Pier is located on the eastern bank of the Chao Phraya River next to the Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok.
The pier consists of two parts:
The public boat pier, where you can board the public boats running on different routes of the Chao Phraya Express Boat and Thai Smile Boat.
The ferry pier, where you can board the shuttle boat to ICONSIAM and the cross-river ferry that takes you to Khlong San Pier on the other side of the Chao Phraya River.
The main pier is located on Captain Bush Alley, on the left side of the hotel, while the ferry pier for taking the cross-river ferry and the shuttle boat is located on the right side of the Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel. Make sure to choose the correct pier for boarding the boat, as the piers are not directly connected. To walk from one pier to the other, you need to get out on the main road.
The way to Si Phraya Ferry Pier from the road is not well-marked but you just need to walk along this pathway between the hotel and River City (see below).
Boats to board at Si Phraya Pier
You can board different types of boats at Si Phraya Pier, as it's one of the most important Chao Phraya River piers in Bangkok. Discover the shuttle boat and public boat services that can be boarded at the pier.
Chao Phraya Express Boat
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.
Most of the public boat routes make a stop at Si Phraya Pier before getting to their final stop at Sathorn Pier or south of it.
Orange Flag Boat
Orange Flag Boat was the most frequent Bangkok public boat service on the Chao Phraya River, which runs from Nonthaburi Pier, located north of the city, to Wat Rajsingkorn Pier, which is found just before Asiatique. However, the boats on this route now operate only on weekdays, with boat departures scheduled in the morning and late afternoon.
Yellow Flag Boat
The original route of the Yellow Flag Boat connects Sathorn Pier with Nonthaburi Pier during rush hour on weekdays. After the latest schedule update, the Yellow Flag boats are changing the Orange Flag boats and operating daily, with additional stops and the terminal stop at Wat Rajsingkorn Pier during the daytime and on weekends. All Yellow Flag boats make a stop at Si Phraya Pier.
Green-Yellow Flag Boat
Green Yellow Flag boats operate between Pakkret Pier (N33) and Sathorn Pier, with departures from Sathorn Pier scheduled Monday–Friday in the late afternoon.
All the above-mentioned boats can also be taken in the opposite direction for getting from Si Phraya Pier to Sathorn Pier.
If you are planning to use public boats and the BTS Skytrain frequently, save time and make traveling easier by purchasing a Rabbit Card ticket online and conveniently picking it up at the airport.
Thai Smile Boat
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.
Thai Smile Boat is currently operating three electric boat routes along the river. Only one of them can be boarded at Si Phraya Pier.
The Urban Line (Purple Line) connects Sathorn Pier with Phra Nang Klao Bridge Pier in the suburbs and makes a stop at Si Phraya. Boats on this route operate daily and depart in the morning and in the afternoon.
ICONSIAM shuttle boat
The ICONSIAM shuttle boat route is a cross-river ferry service that connects Si Phraya Pier with ICONSIAM Pier. To board the shuttle boat to ICONSIAM, you need to choose the ferry pier, which is located on the right side of the hotel (the pier was changed recently).
Starting from 15 November 2025, the shuttle boat is operating from 09:30 to 22:30.
Cross-river ferry at Si Phraya Pier
From the ferry pier, you can also take a cross-river ferry Si Phraya Pier-Khlong San Pier. This ferry brings you to Khlong San Pier, which is located next to Millennium Hilton Bangkok on the other side of the Chao Phraya River. The ferry operates from 06:00 to 23:00 and, after the latest update in April 2026, costs 6 THB.
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.
While Si Phraya Pier is no longer used by cruise boats, the nearby River City Pier is one of Bangkok river cruise departure points where you can board the following Chao Phraya River dinner cruises:
Apsara Cruise by Banyan Tree Bangkok
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.
Boat tickets at Si Phraya Pier
To take the boat from the pier, you normally need to buy a ticket before boarding the boat.
At the pier, you will find desks selling public boat and shuttle boat tickets that need to be purchased at the ticket desk of the selected boat company, Chao Phraya Express or Thai Smile Boat. If there is no one at the desk, you will be able to purchase a ticket on the boat.
Unless you have a Rabbit Card, to board any of the public boats operated by Chao Phraya Express Boat, you need to purchase a ticket at the ticket desk.
To board the Thai Smile Boat, you can buy a ticket at the desk or use the Thai Go Day Pass, covering the three electric boat routes and all Thai Smile Bus routes.
To buy tickets for the ICONSIAM shuttle boat, you need to approach the ICONSIAM ticket desk at the ferry pier (on the left side).
Tickets for the cross-river ferry to Khlong San Pier are sold at the ticket desk on the right side.
Popular destinations from Si Phraya Pier
The most popular destinations that can be reached by boat from Si Phraya:
- ICONSIAM
- Sathorn Pier
- Wat Arun
- Grand Palace
- Asiatique
- 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.
However, the tourist boat doesn't stop at this pier, so you need to take the shuttle boat to ICONSIAM first and board the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat there.
Si Phraya Pier 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.
To get from Si Phraya Pier to ICONSIAM, you can take the ICONSIAM shuttle boat to ICONSIAM Pier. Normally, the Orange Flag Boat and the Yellow Flag Boat (during the daytime and on weekends) can also be used for getting to ICONSIAM, but it's not uncommon for this stop to be suspended. Taking the shuttle boat is the cheapest option for getting there.
Si Phraya to Sathorn Pier
Sathorn Pier, located under the King Taksin the Great Bridge on the same side of the river, 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 Si Phraya to Sathorn Pier, you can take any of the public boats offered by Chao Phraya Express Boat or Thai Smile Boat (except the shuttle boat).
Si Phraya Pier 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.
To get from Si Phraya to Wat Arun, you need to take the Orange Flag Boat or the Yellow Flag Boat to Tha Tien Pier and then use the river-crossing ferry service to get to Wat Arun Pier.
Si Phraya 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 Si Phraya to the Grand Palace, you can take the Chao Phraya Express Boat (Yellow, Orange, and Green Yellow Flag) to Tha Chang Pier (N9), which is the pier nearest to the entrance of the palace complex.
Si Phraya Pier to Asiatique
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, Asiatique Sky, or spend an evening watching the most popular ladyboy show in the city, Calypso Cabaret. The newly-opened trending Bangkok attractions Jurassic World The Experience and SkyFlyers - Wings of Garudapterus are also located at Asiatique.
Asiatique Pier is another popular spot for boarding Bangkok river cruises.
To get from Si Phraya Pier to Asiatique, you can take any of the public boats to Sathorn Pier and transfer there to the free Asiatique shuttle boat, which is taking you directly to Asiatique Pier. However, this option is only available from 16:00. If you want to get there earlier, you can take the Orange Flag Boat or the Yellow Flag Boat (during the daytime) from Si Phraya to Wat Rajsingkorn Pier and walk to Asiatique from there.
Si Phraya 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 Si Phraya Pier to Khao San Road, you can take one of the Chao Phraya Express boats (Orange Flag or daytime Yellow Flag) to Phra Arthit Pier (N13), which is the pier nearest to the backpacker street.
How to get to Si Phraya Pier
The simplest way to get to Si Phraya Pier is a trip by the BTS Skytrain to BTS Saphan Taksin Station on the Silom Line. Then from the nearby Sathorn Pier, you can take the Chao Phraya Express Boat (Yellow, Orange, and Green Yellow Flag) to Si Phraya.
Most of the city's public boat services offered by Chao Phraya Express Boat and Thai Smile Boat can also be used for traveling to the pier from different riverside areas in Bangkok.
Several Bangkok bus routes also reach the pier, as there is a bus stop of the same name on Si Phraya Road. More buses pass on Charoen Krung Road, with the nearest bus stop to Si Phraya Pier being the Bangkok General Post Office.
Things to do near Si Phraya Pier
River City Bangkok is the center for art and antiques where art lovers and collectors can explore galleries, see international exhibitions, meet artists, attend talks, watch films, bid at auctions, enjoy live music, or gain an understanding of Thailand’s burgeoning contemporary art scene.
Wat Traimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha), located about 1.1 km from Si Phraya, is a beautiful temple with the world's largest solid gold statue that weighs 5.5 tons and is 3 meters tall.
Bangkok Railway Station, locally known as Hua Lamphong Railway Station, is located about 1.4 km from Si Phraya Pier. Previously, it was the main train station in Bangkok, but now only some of the ordinary trains depart from there. However, Hua Lamphong is one of the city’s key tourist landmarks, as the station has preserved its charm and beauty since it was officially launched back in 1916.
Located on the other side of the river, on top of the Millennium Hilton Bangkok, Three Sixty is a top-notch rooftop bar divided into two parts: the outdoor bar is located on the 31st floor, where you can see 360-degree views across the river and most of the city and enjoy the sounds of jazz, while the indoor bar is on the 32nd floor, where you will get dinner in a shady, garden-like atmosphere with a panoramic view of the Chao Phraya River.
Hotels near Si Phraya Pier
The most popular accommodation options near the pier are:
Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel (also check the special offer for the hotel on Agoda).
Tiny Taladnoi Hostel (also check the special offer for the hotel on Agoda).
Other Bangkok Chao Phraya River Piers
The Chao Phraya River pier map can be found here: Bangkok River Pier Map.