King Prajadhipok Museum, Bangkok

Name: King Prajadhipok Museum
Address: Lan Luang Rd, Bangkok, 10100, Thailand
Telephone: +66 2 280 3413

#102 among attractions in Bangkok

Museum, History museum, Art gallery

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King Prajadhipok Museum is a museum in Pom Prap Sattru Phai District, Bangkok, Thailand. The building has three floors of permanent exhibitions relating to royal life of King Prajadhipok and Queen Rambai Barni of Thailand. ()

Local name: พิพิธภัณฑ์พระบาทสมเด็จพระปกเกล้าเจ้าอยู่หัวCoordinates: 13°45'22"N, 100°30'22"E

Address

Lan Luang Rdกรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ (ป้อมปราบศัตรูพ่าย)Bangkok 10100 Thailand

Contact

+66 2 280 3413

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Bangkok

Day trips

King Prajadhipok Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wat Saket, Giant Swing, Democracy Monument, Rajadamnern Stadium.

~1010 ftS
Temple known for gold chedi and city views
Wat Saket, Bangkok
5 min walk • Wat Saket, often referred to as the Golden Mount, is a historic Buddhist temple that has become an iconic landmark in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. This serene sanctuary is known for its gleaming chedi, or stupa, which is perched atop an artificial hill, providing...
0.4 miSW
Historic site of religious ceremonies
Giant Swing, Bangkok
12 min walk • The Giant Swing, known as Sao Ching Cha in Thai, stands as a historic monument in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. This towering structure, painted in vivid red hues, reaches a height of 21.15 meters and is an emblem of the city's deep cultural and spiritual heritage.
~1430 ftW
Dramatic monument in a city park
Democracy Monument, Bangkok
7 min walk • In the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, stands a significant historical structure known as the Democracy Monument. This memorial, located on Ratchadamnoen Avenue, was erected in 1940 to commemorate the 1932 Siamese coup d'état which led to the establishment of a...
0.4 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok
11 min walk • Rajadamnern Stadium stands as a bastion of Thailand's national sport, Muay Thai, in the bustling heart of Bangkok. Established in December 1945, this revered arena has become synonymous with the ancient art of Thai boxing, attracting enthusiasts and fighters from...
0.5 miNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Buddhist temple
Wat Bowonniwet, Bangkok
13 min walk • Wat Pavaranivesh Vihara Ratchawarawihan is a major Buddhist temple in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok, Thailand. Being the residence of Nyanasamvara Suvaddhana; the late Supreme Patriarch of Thailand, it is the final resting place of two former kings of Chakri Dynasty; King Vajiravudh and King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
0.5 miNE
Market, Shopping
Talat Nang Loeng, Bangkok
12 min walk • Talat Nang Loeng or Talad Nang Loeng is a market and historic neighbourhood in Bangkok. Located in Wat Sommanat sub-district, Pom Prap Sattru Phai district. Talat Nang Loeng was built in the reign of King Rama V. His Majesty the King officially opened on March 29, 1900 as the first land market of Thailand.
~590 ftSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Wat Ratchanatdaram, Bangkok
3 min walk • Wat Ratchanatdaram is a buddhist temple located at the intersection between Ratchadamnoen Klang and Maha Chai Road, in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok. Meaning Temple of the Royal Niece, the temple was built to the order of King Nangklao for his granddaughter, Princess Somanass Waddhanawathy in 1846.
~180 ftS
Forts and castles
Mahakan Fort, Bangkok
1 min walk • The fortifications of Bangkok consist of several series of defensive structures built to protect the city during the late Ayutthaya to early Rattanakosin periods.
~1180 ftSW
Museum, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Thepthidaram, Bangkok
6 min walk • Wat Thepthidaram Worawihan or popularly known as Wat Thepthidaram is a third grade royal Buddhist temple in Worawihan type, located in the area known as Pratu Phi or official name Samran Rat, Bangkok, near Mahakan Fort and Wat Ratchanadda.
0.4 miNE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Wat Sommanat Wihan, Bangkok
11 min walk • Wat Sommanat Ratchaworawihan or known in short Wat Sommanat Wihan and Wat Sommanat is a second classed royal Thai Buddhist monastery was built in 1853 by the order of King Mongkut as a dedication and memorial to the Queen Consort Somanass Waddhanawathy, his first wife, who died at the age of 17.
~1550 ftE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Wat Sitaram, Bangkok
8 min walk • Wat Sitaram is a Thai monastery in Bangkok, located on the Damrong Rak Road near Khlong Maha Nak canal between Wat Saket and Bobae Market, considered to be the temple that is closest to Wat Saket, or temple of Golden Mount.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is King Prajadhipok Museum open?

King Prajadhipok Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
Friday 9 am - 4 pm
Saturday 9 am - 4 pm
Sunday 9 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to King Prajadhipok Museum?

Nearby attractions include Phan Fa Lilat Bridge, Bangkok (1 min walk), Mahakan Fort, Bangkok (1 min walk), Khlong Maha Nak, Bangkok (1 min walk), The Queen's Gallery, Bangkok (2 min walk).

How to get to King Prajadhipok Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to King Prajadhipok Museum:

Ferry

Phanfa Leelard • Lines: Golden Mount (2 min walk)
ราชดำเนินนอก (14 min walk)

Bus

Bus stop 2, 15, 44, 47, 60 • Lines: 2, 511, S1 (2 min walk)
A4 to Don Mueang airport 50bth • Lines: 2, 511, A4, S1 (2 min walk)

Metro

Sam Yot • Lines: MRT Blue (18 min walk)
Wat Mangkon • Lines: MRT Blue (26 min walk)

Train

Yommarat (27 min walk)
Bangkok (36 min walk)