Siam Insect Zoo
Siam Insect Zoo
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Siam Insect-Zoo & Museum is a great place for famlies visiting Chiang Mai. The facility was renovated in 2010 and includes exhibits with insects ranging from caterpillars to beetles to butterflies.
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Dr Bob
Dubai, United Arab Emirates23 contributions
Mar 2022
What a fantastic place! All the mounted insects are fabulous and the tropical butterflies and moths are gorgeous. The live displays really surpassed all hopes, as we have been to the excellent Bug Zoo in Victoria BC Canada. My 6 yr.old was keen to hold a tarantula and he got his wish!! The staff were entomology students at the university, which floored us. They got us playing with the scorpions and everything. Other live bugs were super cool and unique, and the live lizards were great. I'm going to have to go back and show them that the Madagascar hissing cockroaches are also tame. Not all the critters are extreme - they also have a large and lovely butterfly garden you can walk around in.
Written March 24, 2022
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Nashboroguy
Zhangjiagang, China212 contributions
Jan 2020
Yes. It is a tourist attraction. But, it was very interesting and educational. I was apprehensive at first, but once I was inside, I found it fascinating. Hands-on, lots of educational pieces, and plenty of displays. We spent a good hour going through the place. Nice side trip if you are in the area.
Written January 27, 2020
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Kannon99
Bangkok, Thailand101 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
A really interesting and interactive activity! The rooms and displays with 1000s of insects was extraordinary. The insect breeding area and butterfly garden were well done. My teens spent almost two hours exploring.
Written June 19, 2022
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Elaineo19
Perth, Australia45 contributions
Dec 2012 • Family
We didn't quite know what to expect when stepped into this museum but within minutes we were completely enraptured. Not only were the cases full of insects from around the world - there were live specimens too. From beetles to butterflies, to stick insects to praying mantis to scorpions, this place is a bit of a hidden gem.
We got the chance to hold scorpions and no, we were not bitten. The staff were keen to show us how tightly stick insects could cling to clothes and the praying mantis received a close up of our faces as we watched it walk over over our hands. We were veritable David Attenboroughs!
The museum offers a rare opportunity to see fascinating creatures that are usually only seen on documentaries and I highly recommend a visit if you're not squeamish about bugs.
We got the chance to hold scorpions and no, we were not bitten. The staff were keen to show us how tightly stick insects could cling to clothes and the praying mantis received a close up of our faces as we watched it walk over over our hands. We were veritable David Attenboroughs!
The museum offers a rare opportunity to see fascinating creatures that are usually only seen on documentaries and I highly recommend a visit if you're not squeamish about bugs.
Written December 24, 2012
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farang31
Bangkok, Thailand81 contributions
If you are into bugs you will love this place. Great for children and the staff are friendly and very informative.
Bit expensive but can easily spend an hour looking at all the mounted specimens.
About 30-40 mins from town
200 thb adult entrance
Bit expensive but can easily spend an hour looking at all the mounted specimens.
About 30-40 mins from town
200 thb adult entrance
Written June 22, 2014
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Peter M
Ko Pha-Ngan, Thailand6 contributions
Aug 2013 • Couples
Wow, I was at a loose end one afternoon and decided to wander down there and check it out. It's fascinating, loads and loads of info and examples of insects. In the first bit of the museum you are presented with several rooms of insect boards (moths, butterflies, beetles, stick insects etc..) all pinned up and preserved with names and information for each family of insects. Some of these insects are just incredible. You then move onto an area with a lot of tanks and cages of live and breeding examples many of which the staff encourage you to interact with. For me the highlight was the butterfly house in which you can wander around and take photo's to your hearts content, it was truely beautiful. I spent about a total of 2 hours at the Zoo and Museum with my wife and we both loved it. The staff were great with the kids who visited too. I really recommend it if you are interested in nature.
Written September 2, 2013
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Punlop N
Thailand741 contributions
Oct 2011
Siam Insect Zoo located on a Maerim-Samoeng Road (of a right hand side if you drive from Chiangmai), and near a monkey school. It's not far from Chiangmai downtown (if you have a car), and quite easy to find due to a sign board along the road.
This insect museum is highly recommend for a family with young children (most children but not all), and ones who interested in insects and butterflies. The museum is well organised, and having friendly staff.
I and my family have been to this insect zoom for several times, and my children still requested to visit the insect zoo everytime we go to Chiangmai. Last time we visit the place in October 2011 when they organised a half day Beetle Mania class. It's fun and knowledgeable experience. Hopefully there will be activities for children who love insects and science like this every year.
In shorts, I would like to say "a great place for many children."
This insect museum is highly recommend for a family with young children (most children but not all), and ones who interested in insects and butterflies. The museum is well organised, and having friendly staff.
I and my family have been to this insect zoom for several times, and my children still requested to visit the insect zoo everytime we go to Chiangmai. Last time we visit the place in October 2011 when they organised a half day Beetle Mania class. It's fun and knowledgeable experience. Hopefully there will be activities for children who love insects and science like this every year.
In shorts, I would like to say "a great place for many children."
Written April 8, 2012
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NLF2013
Newton MA63 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
Not just an insect zoo - and a great one at that - but also some reptiles, butterfly enclosure. The staff went out of their way to show you and help you experience the fun of observing, holding some insects ((even cool scorpions!) and teaching guests about the animal behavior and care. Staff are very dedicated. It’s definitely worth a visit!
Written March 19, 2018
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Ken_Sue2019
Beachmere, Australia30 contributions
Sep 2014 • Couples
We spent an interesting 90 minutes here and very worthwhile. There is a really extensive display of a huge variety of insects from all of the different types. Also they are breeding insects and have a 'petting zoo' where you can actually pick up and be photographed handling everything from Scorpions, Spiders, Caterpillars. The lady who showed us round was very knowledgeable and patient if we cringed or even dropped a precious but deadly looking spider!
Written September 11, 2014
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Ulricn1
Bayreuth, Germany37 contributions
Sep 2013
After going to the more popular Tiger Kingdom, we decided to drop by the insect museum, as it was close by... We were welcomed by a charming older gentleman (turned out to be the owner of the place) and hushered into the butterfly garden... WOW... A small paradise for aspiring photographer (amazing place to practice your macro-photography by the way) and butterfly lovers! Ever seen a silkworm close by? Seen how a butterfly comes out of a cocoon? Well; this is the place to be! From the butterfly garden, to the stick insects, worms & spiders; if you are a fan of "creepy-crawlies" you will not be disappointed; especially once you start "cuddling" with the scorpions! Not for the faint-hearted, but quite amazing to watch.
The entire museum is a small family affair; and definitely adds to the charms of it... throughout our visit, we were informed, helped & ushered by the owner who clearly has a passion for butterflies & insects, and has impeccable taste in music ( the music pipped in was some great jazz, which actually soothes the nerves while being surrounded by such an array of insects).
HIGHLY recommended...
The entire museum is a small family affair; and definitely adds to the charms of it... throughout our visit, we were informed, helped & ushered by the owner who clearly has a passion for butterflies & insects, and has impeccable taste in music ( the music pipped in was some great jazz, which actually soothes the nerves while being surrounded by such an array of insects).
HIGHLY recommended...
Written September 9, 2013
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Siam Insect Zoo (Mae Rim) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Siam Insect Zoo is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- We recommend booking Siam Insect Zoo tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 1 Siam Insect Zoo tours on Tripadvisor
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