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Erawan Museum and Ancient City Explore the Heritage of Bangkok

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Erawan Museum and Ancient City Explore the Heritage of Bangkok

About this activity

Discover the best Samut Prakan day trip at two must-see cultural attractions near Bangkok, and there are various packages available, including options with meals. At Erawan Museum, step inside the iconic giant three-headed elephant inspired by Thai mythology and explore halls representing the underworld, the human world, and heaven. Admire stained glass, sacred art, Buddhist relics, spiritual symbols, and peaceful gardens. You can feel like you've traveled across the country in a single day at the vast open-air museum at Ancient City. Walk or ride through recreated palaces, temples, villages, ruins, floating markets, and cultural zones. Enjoy photo spots and local stories. Do you have any tickets yet? Book now and come to experience the beauty and wonder of these places.

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At a glance

Duration
7–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
Chinese, Korean, English
Operated by
Siam Scape Journeys

Ages: Children (6–14 years) · Adults (15–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Free Audio Guide System: (Available for English, Chinese and Korean language)
  • Included: Thai Buffet Lunch/Dinner (Ancient City +Thai Buffet, Combo Ticket and Thai Buffet option)
  • Included: Admission fee
  • Included: Admission tickets

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel Transfer
  • Not included: Meal & beverage, not available in some programs.
  • Not included: Tips & personal expenses
  • Not included: Extra fee for a 2-seat golf cart: 350 THB/ first hour, 100 THB/second hour (paid at the location)
  • Not included: Extra fee for a 4-seat golf cart: 350 THB/ first hour, 200 THB/second hour (paid at the location)
  • Not included: Extra fee for a 6-seat golf cart: 500 THB/first hour, 300 THB/second hour (paid at the location)
  • Not included: Extra fee for bicycle rental: 150 THB/bicycle. Unlimited Hour(paid at the location)
  • Not included: Extra fee for E-bicycle: 350 THB/3 hour, 100 THB per second hour (paid at the location)
  • Not included: Private Tram for 30 Pax: 1,500 THB/1 Hour, Reservation 3 days in Advance (paid at the location)

Itinerary

  1. Erawan Museum

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    Seeing the famous giant three-headed elephant, beautiful staircases, colorful stained glass, Buddhist relics, and detailed murals. They can take photos, learn about Thai mythology, explore spiritual exhibition rooms, and enjoy the peaceful garden area.

  2. Ancient City (Mueang Boran)

    6 hours Admission included

    Explore a huge open-air museum, palaces, temples, ancient ruins, traditional houses, and cultural buildings from across Thailand. Able to walk, take photos, ride a tram or golf cart, and experience Thailand’s history in one place.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Erawan Museum 99/9 Moo 1 Sukhumvit Road, Bang Mueang Mai, 10270, Samut Prakan, Thailand See on map

End point

  • Erawan Museum 99/9 Moo 1 Sukhumvit Road, Bang Mueang Mai, 10270, Samut Prakan, Thailand See on map

Using your ticket

Present your voucher and exchange it for a physical ticket

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Ancient City operates daily from 9:00 am to 19:00 pm, with the last entry at 18:00 pm.

  • Erawan Museum operates daily from 9:00 am to 18:00 pm. The inside area closes at 17:30 pm, and the last entry is at 17:00 pm.

  • Please note that outside Thai costumes are not permitted, and after wearing them, customers will not be able to exchange or return.

  • Please come to change the Thai costume before 16:30 pm. Recommended to change costume & photo time (15:00–16:30 PM) The Thai costume shop closes at 16:30 pm.

  • Aerial drone photography is prohibited in Ancient City.

  • Please note that all options are for walking only. Self-drive golf cart and bicycle rentals are available on-site for an extra fee.

  • Kindly be advised that these two museums are not located near each other, so please spare sufficient time for transportation.

Options

  • Combo Ticket with Thai Buffet

    The complete cultural escape, : explore the Ancient City and Erawan Museum, then savor a Thai buffet.

  • Ancient City & Thai Buffet

    Explore the Ancient City with : a Thai buffet lunch or dinner, and rich Thai heritage in one place.

  • Ancient City & Erawan Museum

    Experience Ancient City’s : temples and cultural treasures, visit Erawan Museum, and mythology.

  • Erawan Museum Ticket Only

    Visit Erawan Museum, sacred : art, ancient relics, celestial murals, and Thai mythology.

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