National Museum
Type: Museums
10Best Says
Thailand's national museum is the main home of Thai art, history, and culture. Set in the former Wang Na Palace just near the famed Grand Palace, the museum has a great ethnological collection, with... Read More
Thailand's national museum is the main home of Thai art, history, and culture. Set in the former Wang Na Palace just near the famed Grand Palace, the museum has a great ethnological collection, with items such as classical dance costumes and khon masks, shadow puppets, and traditional musical instruments. There are also sculptures and busts from the Ayutthaya and Sukhothai periods as well as other prominent eras in Thai history. The museum is housed in 6 different buildings, one of which includes the Buddhaisawan Chapel and its stylish murals and revered Buddha image, and most Thais can be found paying respects in the Sivamokhapiman Hall history gallery, which houses the famed Inscription #1 from King Ramkamhaeng.
Hours:
- Wed-Sun 9am-4pm
Admissions:
- Adult $200
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Dave Stamboulis
Bangkok Local Expert
- Museums, Family-Friendly Museums, Historic Sites: "free tours in English are available on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9am and are well worth it to make sense of the rather sprawling displays."
- Best for Museums Because: For a look into Thai history and cultural, the National Museum is worth a visit.
- Best for Family-Friendly Museums Because: For an excellent visit into Thai history, art, and culture, the National Museum is the country's best.
- Best for Historic Sites Because: For an in depth look at Thai history, art, and culture, don't miss the National Museum.
