Suan Pakkad Palace Museum
Suan Pakkad Palace Museum
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Once the residence of Princess Chumbhot of Nagor Svarga, one of Thailand’s leading art collectors, this lovely complex contains five traditional Thai houses, each featuring a collection of historic items and works of art.
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Neighborhood: Pratunam (Watergate)
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- Phaya Thai • 5 min walk
- Victory Monument • 8 min walk
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Kseniya Kharchenko
Dubai, United Arab Emirates9 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Suan Pakkad Palace Museum is a small cozy place that will appeal to both adults and children. It's green enough that you can sit and enjoy nature in the middle of the skyscrapers. The museum displays artifacts from different parts of the world, unfortunately it is not possible to take photographs. The museum consists of 8 houses, the more interesting houses 1 and 8 are open to the public. Convenient location, within walking distance from BTS Phaya Thai station. The museum is open from 9-16. The cost of visiting is 100 baht. The museum has a small seating area, and there is also the opportunity to purchase drinks.
Written October 4, 2023
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Kris A
Munich, Germany95 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
We visited the museum during our second visit in Bangkok. Beautiful place with a few ancient Thai style houses and a lovely small garden. The museum is very clean and well maintained. The kind lady that was guiding me and my daughter was fantastic. She taught us a lot about the history of Thailand and the culture. She was one of the very few Thai people that was able to talk in English, she even spoke a few German words… We are very happy about our visit!
Written November 5, 2023
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HMKaren
Los Angeles, CA1,348 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
The Suan Pakkad was a maybe on our list, but we were near it and we had the time, so we went. The buildings were nice and they did have some fun and interesting things to see. They don't allow interior pictures though, that's always a bummer in my book. The garden area was fine, but we saw much prettier gardens elsewhere.
Bottom line---I'm glad we saw it while we were in Bangkok, but I'm glad we didn't go out of our way for it or give up seeing something else for it.
Bottom line---I'm glad we saw it while we were in Bangkok, but I'm glad we didn't go out of our way for it or give up seeing something else for it.
Written February 18, 2024
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Thorwar
Rome, Italy28 contributions
Jul 2022
The comparison with Jim Thompson's House is immediate: Suan Pakkad Palace has a much richer collection of art and antiquities, it is much more complete from a historical-artistic point of view and also the entrance ticket costs only 100 baht. The visit is definitely worth the cost of the ticket. As soon as you enter, if you wish, you can follow one of the guides who will accompany you along the entire tour. There are several Thai-style houses with all sorts of antiques and objects of great artistic and historical value in every room. Based on my personal experience, I can say that, comparing it with Jim Thompson's House, here you will really have an encounter with Thai artistic history while for the garden and extra offerings, Jim Thompson's House is superior. In any case, go and visit it, you will not regret it.
Written July 8, 2022
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MangoMunky
Bali, Indonesia18,694 contributions
Jun 2016 • Business
A must-see museum in Bangkok, if you are at all interested in Thai culture or history. It's very easy to get to, just take the BTS skytrain to Phaya Thai station, get off at exit 4. turn right, at the first interesection turn right again. Walk about 200 meters and the museum entrance is on the right in the middle of a big gate. Entrance fee is 100 Baht.
There are many highlights of the museum collection, not the least of which is the story behind the discovery of the Ban Chiang ceramics in northern Thailand. This museum has a very good collection of some of the excavated artifacts, as well as letters from the young Harvard scholar who literally tripped over the find.
Another highlight would have to be the several hundreds of years old lacquer and gold leaf pavillion with scenes from the Ramayana. It's absolutely stunning and worth a trip to the museum just for this.
There are also exhibits of old bronze bracelets (wtih the arm bones still in them!) and old beads and other grave goods, plus a collection of old Khon masks and old porcelains. plus a great old boat that deserves more prominence in the museum.
. What detracts from the overall experience is the complete lack of information on much of the displays. I had to go on the internet after the fact to read about the lacquer building, for example. Also the buildings are a little confusing to get around. Despite walking in circles for nearly 2 hours I actually did not find the room with musical instruments that another reviewer mentioned. Had I known about it I could have looked more carefully!
There are guards to make sure you take off your shoes and lock away your belongings before you enter. The people in the office do speak english and were sympathetic.
I also would have wished there was a gift shop selling reproductioms or photos of the stunning Ban Chiang ceramics, or a book detailing more information about the collections in general.
The buildings are set in very lovely gardens with plenty of restrooms.
There are many highlights of the museum collection, not the least of which is the story behind the discovery of the Ban Chiang ceramics in northern Thailand. This museum has a very good collection of some of the excavated artifacts, as well as letters from the young Harvard scholar who literally tripped over the find.
Another highlight would have to be the several hundreds of years old lacquer and gold leaf pavillion with scenes from the Ramayana. It's absolutely stunning and worth a trip to the museum just for this.
There are also exhibits of old bronze bracelets (wtih the arm bones still in them!) and old beads and other grave goods, plus a collection of old Khon masks and old porcelains. plus a great old boat that deserves more prominence in the museum.
. What detracts from the overall experience is the complete lack of information on much of the displays. I had to go on the internet after the fact to read about the lacquer building, for example. Also the buildings are a little confusing to get around. Despite walking in circles for nearly 2 hours I actually did not find the room with musical instruments that another reviewer mentioned. Had I known about it I could have looked more carefully!
There are guards to make sure you take off your shoes and lock away your belongings before you enter. The people in the office do speak english and were sympathetic.
I also would have wished there was a gift shop selling reproductioms or photos of the stunning Ban Chiang ceramics, or a book detailing more information about the collections in general.
The buildings are set in very lovely gardens with plenty of restrooms.
Written June 28, 2016
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Tapirtales
Beirut, Lebanon122 contributions
Nov 2014 • Solo
Easy to get there: 200 meters from BTS station Phaya Thai - just follow the orchid covered trees of Sri Ayudhaya Road, after 100 meters you'll see the houses.
Opening hours: daily 9 am - 4 pm - entrance fee: 100 baht (trust me, that's great value)
A great ensemble of traditional Thai houses - connected with wooden sky bridges - and filled with tons of antiquities: from pre-historic art to Khmer buddhas. It's like the Jim Thompson house, but without the fancy marketing, overpriced merchandise and ... crowd.
Absolute masterwork is the 17th century lacquer pavilion in the luscious garden - a true treasure of Thai architecture, filled with gold leave paintings on black lacquered walls. Like you're traveling through time.
Also, don't miss the Banchiang collection in the modern museum building: beautifully decorated and extremely refined pottery, giant bronze spoons and bracelets still wrapped around arms (now: bones) of ancient women - you won't believe this was produced 5000 BC.
Opening hours: daily 9 am - 4 pm - entrance fee: 100 baht (trust me, that's great value)
A great ensemble of traditional Thai houses - connected with wooden sky bridges - and filled with tons of antiquities: from pre-historic art to Khmer buddhas. It's like the Jim Thompson house, but without the fancy marketing, overpriced merchandise and ... crowd.
Absolute masterwork is the 17th century lacquer pavilion in the luscious garden - a true treasure of Thai architecture, filled with gold leave paintings on black lacquered walls. Like you're traveling through time.
Also, don't miss the Banchiang collection in the modern museum building: beautifully decorated and extremely refined pottery, giant bronze spoons and bracelets still wrapped around arms (now: bones) of ancient women - you won't believe this was produced 5000 BC.
Written November 3, 2014
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KeithAuckland
Auckland, New Zealand93 contributions
May 2012 • Friends
This museum, with the name meaning cabbage garden, was a gift by Prince & Princess Chumbot Paribatra of Nagor Svarga.
It is a collection of 8 Thai houses. 1-4 were the original houses that made up the palace and 5-8 were bought down river from the old capital of Ayutthaya. They house collections of pottery, ceramics, glass, metal and stone jewellery and classic Thai musical instruments from days gone by.
There is also the laquer pavillion which is from Ayutthaya also and houses a replica living quarters of the original palace.
Lots to sere. Allow at least 2 hours. There is no food outlet here, so keep thast in mind. A word to the wise also, take some tissue with you or baby wipes as there is often know toilet roll provided in the bathroom. This is not unique to this museum, so a rule of thumb is to always carry wipes.
The museum is to be found just 5 minutes from the Phaya Tai BTS stop. Come down the steps to the right as you are leaving the station and you will see an intesection just ahead of you. This is Thannon Ayudhaya. Go right and up the road about 200 meteres. Don't cross over the other side of the road as it is on the right hand side walking away from the station. It is next door, incongruously, to the Honda dealership.
It is a collection of 8 Thai houses. 1-4 were the original houses that made up the palace and 5-8 were bought down river from the old capital of Ayutthaya. They house collections of pottery, ceramics, glass, metal and stone jewellery and classic Thai musical instruments from days gone by.
There is also the laquer pavillion which is from Ayutthaya also and houses a replica living quarters of the original palace.
Lots to sere. Allow at least 2 hours. There is no food outlet here, so keep thast in mind. A word to the wise also, take some tissue with you or baby wipes as there is often know toilet roll provided in the bathroom. This is not unique to this museum, so a rule of thumb is to always carry wipes.
The museum is to be found just 5 minutes from the Phaya Tai BTS stop. Come down the steps to the right as you are leaving the station and you will see an intesection just ahead of you. This is Thannon Ayudhaya. Go right and up the road about 200 meteres. Don't cross over the other side of the road as it is on the right hand side walking away from the station. It is next door, incongruously, to the Honda dealership.
Written May 13, 2012
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HardieBoys
Sydney, Australia270 contributions
Mar 2011
Decided to visit this place as we've been to Bangkok many times before, and have visited many of the museums, wats and palaces, and wanted to see something different. I must say that the English translation in one of the guidebooks, 'Lettuce Farm Palace', doesn't really entice the visitor. It's definitely worth the visit...
This small museum comprises about 9 or 10 separate buildings, most of which are old wooden Thai houses, in a beautiful garden setting. The first building houses an interesting collection of artefacts (ceramics, bone, glass and metal) from the Ban Chiang culture (circa 200 BC to 200 AD). Some of the glass jewellery, apart from being beautifully crafted, are strikingly modern looking. Another gem in this museum is a house with beautiful gold murals painted on black lacquered walls. Other buildings house an eclectic mixture of ivory, porcelain, minerals, fossils and furniture. Apart from the Ban Chiang display, there is limited signage. I liked the eclectic nature of the collection, it reminded me of private museums elsewhere, reflecting the personal interests and tastes of the founders. One thing I thought quite interesting is that there are half a dozen pieces of porcelain which represent mistakes made in the kiln, from the Sukothai (18th century) period, with misshapen, stuck together bowls and pots.
The garden is particularly lovely, and very relaxing. After the hectic pace of Bangkok, it's a great relief. The museum is pretty quiet, so it would be lovely to bring a book and spend an hour or so reading in the garden.
I've enclosed a few pictures from the garden: photography is not permitted in the actual museum displays.
We took a taxi there, but it's very easy to get to by the Bangkok Sky Train: take the north-east exit of the Phaya Thai BTS station, and head east along Si Ayuthaya Road and walk about 100 metres. Shouldn't take five minutes. Despite how busy and unpleasant Si Ayuthaya Road is, the garden is surprisingly quiet.
This small museum comprises about 9 or 10 separate buildings, most of which are old wooden Thai houses, in a beautiful garden setting. The first building houses an interesting collection of artefacts (ceramics, bone, glass and metal) from the Ban Chiang culture (circa 200 BC to 200 AD). Some of the glass jewellery, apart from being beautifully crafted, are strikingly modern looking. Another gem in this museum is a house with beautiful gold murals painted on black lacquered walls. Other buildings house an eclectic mixture of ivory, porcelain, minerals, fossils and furniture. Apart from the Ban Chiang display, there is limited signage. I liked the eclectic nature of the collection, it reminded me of private museums elsewhere, reflecting the personal interests and tastes of the founders. One thing I thought quite interesting is that there are half a dozen pieces of porcelain which represent mistakes made in the kiln, from the Sukothai (18th century) period, with misshapen, stuck together bowls and pots.
The garden is particularly lovely, and very relaxing. After the hectic pace of Bangkok, it's a great relief. The museum is pretty quiet, so it would be lovely to bring a book and spend an hour or so reading in the garden.
I've enclosed a few pictures from the garden: photography is not permitted in the actual museum displays.
We took a taxi there, but it's very easy to get to by the Bangkok Sky Train: take the north-east exit of the Phaya Thai BTS station, and head east along Si Ayuthaya Road and walk about 100 metres. Shouldn't take five minutes. Despite how busy and unpleasant Si Ayuthaya Road is, the garden is surprisingly quiet.
Written March 14, 2011
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Einon_E_Mouse
Wales, UK652 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Our guide suggested going here because it would be cool (temperature-wise!), interesting and quiet - and she was right! The three of us were the only visitors there. Interesting collection of houses and artefacts collected by a member of the Thai Royal Family. A lovely hour spent in the cool - in peace! - in frantic Bangkok.
Written February 13, 2020
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uthpala h
Pallekele, Sri Lanka53 contributions
Jul 2019 • Business
The place is well maintained. A few minutes walk from the phaya thai sky train station. The palace building is old with antique items. Shoes are not allowed inside old buildings. A Silent place. There were not many tourists on the day we went which was a sunday. No tourist guides were accompanied. A traditional thai building.
Written August 3, 2019
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