Ancient City and Erawan Museum Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Ancient City's replicas of Thai landmarks
- Marvel at Erawan Museum's giant three-headed elephant
- Discover Thai art and history in open-air museum
- Enjoy scenic landscapes and cultural exhibits
- Experience a unique blend of history and art
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Admission to Ancient City
- Admission to Erawan Museum
- Round-trip transportation from Bangkok
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Explore the Ancient City, divided into five regions. In the Northern Region, admire the Lanna-style Ho Kham Pavilion and Grand Hall of Wat Maha That. The Northeastern Region showcases Khmer-inspired sites like Prasat Phra Wihan, Phimai Sanctuary, and Prasat Sikhoraphum. In the Central Region, see Dusit Maha Prasat Palace, the Floating Market, and Sanphet Prasat Palace. The Southern Region blends cultures at the City Sala and Pallava carvings, while the Suvarnabhumi Zone brings Thai mythology to life with Sumeru Mountain and the Pavilion of the Enlightened.
The Erawan Museum, where intricate murals, spiritual relics, and celestial designs await inside the colossal three-headed elephant. This unique site blends Buddhist, Hindu, and Thai folklore, offering a profound cultural experience.
Meeting point
Start Location
296/1 Sukhumvit Rd, Bangpoo Subdistrict, Samut Prakan, Thailand
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour's departure time and location upon booking.
- Check the availability of English-speaking guides if preferred.
- Be aware that the tour may involve walking over uneven terrain; consider your comfort and mobility.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing suitable for the weather.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the sights.
- Ensure you have sufficient cash for personal expenses, as some areas may not accept credit cards.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please note that outside Thai costumes are not permitted.
- Aerial drone photography is prohibited in Muangboran the Ancient City.
- Ancient City operates daily from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with the last entry at 6:00 PM.
- Erawan Museum operates daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The inside area closes at 5:30 PM, and the last entry is at 5:00 PM.
- Please note that all options are for walking only. Self-drive golf cart and bicycle rentals are available on-site for an extra fee
- Private tram reservations must be made at least 3 days in Advance
- Kindly be advised that these two museums are not located near each other, so please spare sufficient time for transportation
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
Traveler reviews
Wonderful Chang Erawan museum
Such an interesting and colourful outdoor space, with beautiful flowers and so many wonderful elephants and shrines. Well worth a visit
Good and Bad Experience
Arawan Museum is 11 km away from Ancient City, and you are on your own to get from one location to another. This package was very deceiving, and the walk from the Chang Awaran BTS skytrain takes about 15 minutes and is in a very bad part of town, leaving my husband and I feeling rather unsafe. Due to this, we missed Ancient City, and the buffet that we purchased. Arawan Museum is beautiful and we enjoyed it very much, so at least that part was great.
No good
I bought a combination ticket but when I got to the ancient city the ticket was no good. A big disappointment. And I had to pay for another ticket
Okay.
Online ticket cheaper than on site. You have to exchange the coupon for a paper ticket once you arrive but it's easy to find. Nice activity to take pictures (there is a small museum under the elephant base with AC if ever;) )
Rich in History, worth the visit.
It is my first time visiting Thailand. This was a great way to see the rich history of Thailand. It was a great day trip. I highly recommend this historic area to learn about Thailand’s culture.