THE 10 BEST Bangkok History Museums
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What travellers are saying
- Juliet M1 contributionSmall park but Very peaceful and silent place
we took many pictures💓if u want peace its nice we go with our friends❤️👯‍♀️Written 24 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LynksterAustralia248 contributionsDuring our visit, one hall was closed for renovations, and there seemed to be a limited variety to the art on display. The permanent exhibition pieces is a little small in number and variety, and given the rather high price of admission (and difficulty of access, walking from the National Museum), this was a little disappointing.Written 16 December 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ontheroadmarygLondon, Canada173 contributionsOur private guide took us through the Portuguese old quarters of Bangkok. Such a unique and off the beaten path. Not touristy at all. This museum/restaurant is a key stop in any tour of this area. Lovely cool courtyard, great stop for a drink. The museum is within this old villa and has lots of interesting artifacts .Written 6 April 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- J&S_SingaporeSingapore, Singapore5,597 contributionsWe read that this is a hidden gem so we plan for a trip here when we spent our 5D5N BKK 2+ weeks ago.
King Prajadhipok Museum under King Prajadhipok's Institute is presently situated at the former office building of Department of PWT & Country Planning. We have arrived from The Golden Mount and reached after a 15 mins walk. It is exactly on Panfa Leelard Intersection with a wide frontage (attached some photos), a grand neocolonial-style building.
The friendly staff ushered us in and we even record our visit here on a record-book. The building was built between the reign of King Rama VI and King Rama VII and restored to be a museum displaying the photographs, documents, and royal records in remembrance of His Majesty King Prajadhipok and Her Majesty Queen Rambai Barn. The old photos and memorabilia are carefully assembled to illustrate the Life of Rama VII (King Prajadhipok; r 1925–35), Thailand's last absolute monarch.
Thailand’s monarchy ended in 1932 and Prajadhipok’s reign eventually ended when he abdicated while he & the Queen were in England (1935). He died there in 1941.
The displays are only on the third floor and reflect the teachings of this king. . The displays are informative and are arranged in an appealing fashion..
We got to know more about the life of King Prajadhipok as well as the development during his times. And definitely helped in our understanding of Thai history during the first quarter (plus) of the 20th century, a turbulent period with both WW1 & The Great Depression.
Very meaningful visit for us as we spent close to an hour looking through the various information. Glad we made the trip here indeed.Written 9 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - e2121121 contributionsThis is a little museum in ban bang khen, Bangkok with coke cola, and other memorabilia from the good old days.
It has a nice Cafe with food also.
Has many public buses that drop you off right in front.Written 30 May 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Nonglak LReading, UK278 contributionsThis museum is not that well know and is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10.00 until (I think) around 16.00. Admission is free but donations are welcomed. It may look closed when you arrive but ring the bell beside the front door. Within a minute a helpful woman appeared to unlock the door for me and switch on the lights inside (yes, otherwise it is dark). The museum consists of several small rooms followed by one larger one and it's probably logical to go round them clockwise in this way. It's a charming old-fashioned mixture of all sorts of things laid out, of which everyone is likely to find something of interest. I probably spent round about an hour looking round.Written 1 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TayLunlaaThanyaburi, Thailand423 contributionsThe Rattanakosin learning center in the mid town. Only 100 Thai baht for the fee (2 parts, 100 each). Each part will take you around 2 hours. They provide the translator machine for foriegner and the staff in each room also explain the story and inform you to use. It's quite interesting exhibition with light and sound.Written 10 November 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sirima SBangkok, Thailand15 contributionsThis place brings you back in time to those good old days in the reign of King Rama V. It is located in the red building called Thawon Watthu Building which takes only few minutes walk from Grand Palace and there is no entrance fee. The building comprises of two sections which are King Rama V Memorial Exhibition and King Rama V Memorial Library. The Fine Arts Department registered it as the National Ancient Monument in 1977. The exhibition shows the work of King Rama V, one of the greatest Thai kings. More information on his works and way of life can be found in the library which contains books written by King Rama V, biographies and his works. Love the place and the wonderful architecture of this building!Written 7 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WAYBEYONDPADTHAIBangkok, Thailand138 contributionsI was lucky enough to go visit there when Wang Derm Palace (พระราชวังเดิม)’s open for 2 weeks for all to go visit. Unfortunately, most of the places just don’t allow taking photos nor videos. Though, you could always go and pay some respect at the King Taksin the great just right in front of the palace.Written 29 December 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JoeBangkok, Thailand4,963 contributionsIntresting spot. Might be boring to some but I liked it. House made from teakwood including all furniture. I loved the photographs everywhere, they really tell a story.    It's located inside the temple area.  Ticket 30baht.  Worth a look if you visit the templeWritten 14 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HINA WIslamabad, Pakistan7,348 contributionsThis building is also called Tuek Daeng. It was constructed by King Rama V after his crown prince Vajirunhis died of typhoid in his teens. The king thought that it was a waste of resources to build a funeral building for the dead prince so he decided to construct an educational institute for the monks. So he got this Khmer style building made. It was converted to an exhibition hall of King Rama V’s history and works. In 1966 it was converted to a library and research centre for social sciences. You will have a hard time locating this classic building as it is generally hidden behind the tour buses parked in front of it.Written 12 October 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
