I came to the marble palace on my last day in Bangkok. After learning that my ticket to the Grand Palace included entrance to this attraction, I figured I had to do it. First and foremost, the throne hall is open during a shorter window of time than the Grand Palace, so plan accordingly. It's also a great place to hide from the sun and it's fully air conditioned. I also spent at least two hours here.

There is a dress code, similar to the Grand Palace; full length pants and a top that covers your shoulders. You will also be asked to place your belongings (including cameras and phones) in cubbies they provide on-site at no additional charge. Security will ask you repeatedly if you've stashed away your phone; I highly recommend complying. They will also provide you with equipment for an audio tour.

The throne hall is really a beautiful piece of architecture that serves as a museum housing some of the greatest treasures Thailand has to offer. The collections include thrones, crafted ship models, fine tapestry murals (incredibly large), enormous and intricate wood carvings, royal howdahs, and other personal goods of Thailand royalty. All of the objects are handmade by groups of artisans, who spent years crafting each exhibit as a gift to the royal family. There are dozens of pieces and each one has a history and a story (though the audio tour can get pretty repetitive - same discussion format and monotonous). The last exhibit is an art gallery (tapestry) of award-winning works from Thai artists.

While I'm not an art connoisseur, I think anyone who enjoys the highest level of craftsmanship will find this attraction fascinating. I rate this attraction five stars as a testament to the incredible craftsmanship every work embodied.

Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall is a beautiful building with western influence. Many important Art of Siam items are inside. They are marvellous and must see not only for tourists but also Thai. You could not take the photos inside the building and mobile phone also is not allowed however you could buy books about them. Unfortunately it will be closed after September 30, 2017.

This building is fantastic. The architecture is beautiful with fresco paintings on the ceilings. The hall features gold thrones, silk embroidery, and intricate wood carving. Audio tours are available in 10 languages and are included with the entrance fee (150 baht or 'free' if you have a ticket from the Grand Palace). Remember to dress modestly. This means long skirts or dresses for ladies and no bare shoulders. It also means no shorts or bare shoulders for men. You must leave all of your belongings (except for your wallet) in a free locker. Follow the signs for individual entry. They will guide you to the lockers and then to the ticket booth and entrance. Yes, there are many tours here, but they move along quickly. If you wait for a minute or 2, you'll get a chance to see each exhibit. The main hall is breathtaking with the frescos and pieces dedicated to the king. The first floor contains galleries of traditional thai art with videos to show how it's made. This is probably my favorite place in Bangkok so far. If you enjoy museums and art, I wouldn't miss it, but you'll have to plan your visit soon because the hall is closing for renovation on October 1, 2017 and I did not see a date posted for when they plan to finish.