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Pak Kret

Nonthaburi, Thailand · Asia

About Pak Kret

Pak Kret works well as a base: 10 minutes from Mueang Nonthaburi, 18km from Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).

Pak Kret is a city located in Nonthaburi, Thailand. With a population of 190,272, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Pak Kret sits in Thailand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Bangkok time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Pak Kret to your route.

About Pak Kret

Pak Kret (Thai: ปากเกร็ด, pronounced [pàːk krèt]) is a city (thesaban nakhon) in Nonthaburi province, Thailand. It lies in the Central Thailand plains on the east bank of the lower Chao Phraya River, bordering Bangkok to the east, Mueang Nonthaburi district of Nonthaburi province to the south, and Pathum Thani

Read more province to the north. It is part of the Bangkok Metropolitan Region megalopolis. With a registered population of 190,272, Pak Kret is the third most populous city municipality (thesaban nakhon) in Thailand. The city is most notable for Muang Thong Thani, Ko Kret and Central Chaengwattana. The MRT Pink Line and Udon Ratthaya Expressway serves part of the city.

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Pak Kret offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Pak Kret located?

Pak Kret is located in Nonthaburi, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 13.9118 latitude, 100.4977 longitude.

What is the population of Pak Kret?

Pak Kret has a population of approximately 190,272 people, making it a city in Thailand.

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Quick Information

Population
190,272
Continent
Asia
Country
Thailand
Region
Nonthaburi
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
13.9118, 100.4977

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Thailand

Police
191
Ambulance
1669
Fire
199
Driving side
left

Tourist police (English): 1155.

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Worth the detour from Pak Kret

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Chatuchak Weekend Market

One of the world's largest outdoor markets with over 15,000 stalls selling everything from vintage clothes to live pets across 35 acres.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Khao San Road

Bangkok's legendary backpacker street buzzing with budget guesthouses, street food vendors, bars, and a nonstop party atmosphere.

17 km · about 20 min drive

cathedral

Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)

Thailand's most sacred Buddhist temple, located within the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok.

18 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Grand Palace

A dazzling complex of ornate halls, pavilions, and the sacred Emerald Buddha temple that served as the Thai royal residence for 150 years.

18 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Wat Pho (Temple of Reclining Buddha)

Bangkok's oldest and largest temple complex, home to a massive 46-meter gold-plated reclining Buddha and a renowned massage school.

18 km · about 20 min drive

restaurant

Raan Jay Fai

Supinya Junsuta cooks over charcoal in ski goggles at this Mahachai Road shophouse, which took a Michelin star in 2018: the first Bangkok street stall to do so. The crab omelette is the reason for the queue.

18 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)

A striking riverside temple adorned with colorful porcelain and seashell mosaics, featuring a towering Khmer-style prang that glitters in sunlight.

19 km · about 20 min drive

bridge

Bhumibol Bridge

Striking twin cable-stayed spans carrying Bangkok's Industrial Ring Road over two bends of the Chao Phraya River, their diamond-shaped pylons a landmark of the southern skyline.

29 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Pak Kret

  • 29 kmBhumibol BridgeStriking twin cable-stayed spans carrying Bangkok's Industrial Ring Road over two bends of the Chao Phraya River, their diamond-shaped pylons a landmark of the southern skyline.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Pak Kret.

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