Ancient City & Erawan Museum Guided Tour

This tour attempts to bring together two major sights in Bangkok, offering a rich take on Thailand’s everlasting cultural heritage and appeal. There are different packages to choose from within the ticket, including visits to The Ancient City and Erawan Museum. For those looking to have an all-rounded Thai experience, you can add a Khan Toke lunch or dinner to the equation. Khan Toke does not signify the cuisine but the presentation of the food. It is a small round wooden table, adorned with carvings and finished with lacquer.

Discover History Ancient City

Ancient City is one of the world’s largest open-air museums. Comprising of many replicas and reconstructions of Thailand's historically significant structures, this city is essentially a scaled-down version of Thailand in itself. See authentic wooden villages, renowned temples, shrines, floating marketplaces, rural arts, ancient tools, and hunting equipment, that provide evidence of the long-term survival of this native culture.

Elevate your immersion in Thai culture and history by renting traditional Thai costumes before exploring. Enjoy round-trip transfers to and from Hug Thai and skip the hassle of finding a commute!

Meet Mythology at Erawan Museum

Comprising of three levels representing the Underworld, Earth, and Heaven, the Erawan Museum displays rare eastern antiques, religious iconography, and psychedelic décor. Start at the Suvannabhumi level and discover rare treasures consisting of Chinese porcelain, Chakri Dynasty tea sets, and Benjarong ceramics. The Earth section displays technicolored walls rich in artistic exuberance. On top of it all stands the Tavatimsa Heaven, where ideas and art-forms fuse together in a series of images depicting Buddha.

Ancient City & Erawan Museum Guided Tour

Discover the Ancient City and Erawan Museum on this sightseeing tour that includes round trip transfers from Central World, a multilingual audio guide available in various languages, Thai costumes for dressing up during your visit, and exclusive access to both landmarks. The Ancient City spans 200 acres with over 157 scaled-down replicas of important historical sites across Thailand, while the Erawan Museum houses rare collections and artifacts from Hindu mythology. This tour covers key attractions such as Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), Ayutthaya Historical Park, and Sukhothai Historical Park, among others. Tourists spend approximately 3 hours at each location, with a total duration of around 8 hours for this comprehensive exploration. The Ancient City was established in 1976 by Khun Lek Viriyaphanton to preserve Thailand's architectural heritage, while the Erawan Museum opened its doors to the public on April 24, 2003. Visitors can marvel at the intricate details of each replica and learn about their historical significance through engaging audio guides in English, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, and Russian. The tour offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Thailand's rich cultural history by dressing up in traditional Thai costumes during your visit.

Explore the Ancient City

Your tour stops at the Ancient City where you can explore over 157 scaled-down replicas of important historical sites across Thailand, each meticulously crafted to reflect their original architectural styles. Established in 1976 by Khun Lek Viriyaphanton, this outdoor museum covers an expansive area of 200 acres and includes landmarks such as Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), Ayutthaya Historical Park, and Sukhothai Historical Park. Visitors spend approximately 3 hours here learning about Thailand's architectural heritage through engaging audio guides in multiple languages. The Ancient City stands out from other museums due to its vast size and detailed replicas that allow visitors to experience a wide range of historical sites in one location. It matters to the tour as it provides an immersive educational experience, highlighting the significance of each site with historical facts dating back to different eras.

Discover the Erawan Museum

The tour continues at the Erawan Museum where guests can uncover rare collections and explore artifacts that hold significant historical importance. This unique museum is housed in a three-tiered building, standing 70 meters tall with each floor dedicated to different exhibits from Hindu mythology. Visitors spend approximately 2 hours here learning about Airawata (Erawan), the holy elephant with seven trunks and four tusks, along with other mythological figures depicted through intricate sculptures and paintings. The museum opened its doors on April 24, 2003, and has since become a popular cultural landmark for both locals and tourists alike. It stands out from similar museums due to its unique architectural design inspired by traditional Thai temples and the rare artifacts it houses, making it an essential stop for those interested in understanding Thailand's rich historical and mythological background.

Tour Highlights

• Visit the Ancient City featuring over 157 replicas of important sites
• Spend approximately 3 hours exploring each landmark with audio guides available in multiple languages
• Dress up in traditional Thai costumes during your visit to enhance cultural immersion
• Discover rare collections and artifacts at the Erawan Museum, a unique three-tiered building standing 70 meters tall
• Enjoy round trip transfers from Central World for complete convenience throughout your tour
• Learn about historical facts dating back centuries through engaging audio guides in various languages
• Experience Thai culture firsthand by immersing yourself in traditional attire and customs at key landmarks

Perfect for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and architecture buffs, this guided sightseeing tour provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore Thailand's rich architectural heritage. The 8-hour format allows you to delve into the intricate details of each replica at the Ancient City, uncover rare collections at the Erawan Museum, and immerse yourself in traditional Thai attire during your visit, giving you a comprehensive understanding of Bangkok's cultural landmarks.