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Erawan Museum

The Erawan Museum is one of Bangkok's most unique and visually striking attractions, famous for its massive three-headed elephant statue that towers above the museum's grounds. Located in the Samut Prakan district, this museum is a blend of art, culture, and mythology, showcasing artifacts that reflect Thailand’s history, religious beliefs, and royal heritage. The museum is divided into three levels, each representing different realms of existence: Earth, Heaven, and Hell. Inside, visitors can marvel at ancient sculptures, religious icons, and cultural exhibits in a beautifully designed space.

 

Erawan Museum Tours & Excursions

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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok: Ancient City Muang Boran and Erawan Museum Tour

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Private Tours

€226
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Bangkok - Thailand

Erawan Museum at Bangkok Admission Ticket with Private Transfer

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€77
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Bangkok: Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride

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€25
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Bangkok: Luxury White Dinner Cruise Free Flow Beer and Wine

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€46
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Bangkok: Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise with Drinks

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€53
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Bangkok: Canal Tour Local Life Along Waterways ends Wat Arun

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€18
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Bangkok: White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise free Beer

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€31
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok: Tuk Tuk Adventure Bangkoks Magic Nightime

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€53
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Bangkok: Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner

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€25
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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak and Mae Klong Train Markets

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€42
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Bangkok: Royal Princess River Dinner Cruise with Live Music

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€36
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok: Yodsiam Sightseeing Cruise Snacks & Unlimited Beer

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€22
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Bangkok: Alangka Luxury Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise

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€37
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Bangkok: Kanchanaburi, 2-Days Glamping in Jungle & Erawan

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€450
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Bangkok: Tuk Tuk Tour

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€50
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Bangkok: Thai Massage Class

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€57
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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun

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€25
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Ko Samet: Airport Transfer to Pier Ban Phe

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€36
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Bangkok: Wat Suthat, Giant Swing, Wat Saket

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€41
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Bangkok: Train Water Market with Wat Arun

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€80
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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Ancient City Temple Tour

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€59
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok: Private Long tail boat Canal tour

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€21
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Bangkok: Private Khao Kaew Open Zoo Transfer

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€35
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Bangkok: Private Khao Yai Day Tour

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€47
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Ayutthaya: Transfer from Bangkok

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€34
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Guide Service In Bangkok

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€57
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Boat Tour of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

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€8
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Koh Chang: Transfer from Bangkok to the Island

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€39
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Bangkok: Join In Long tail boat Canal Tour

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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok: Maeklong Train Market & Floating Market Day Tour

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Day Trips
Private Tours

€43
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Walking tour Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha and Wat Pho

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€58
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Bangkok - Thailand

Ko Kood: Airport Transfer to Laem Sok Pier

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€187
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Bangkoks Grand Palace, Best Three Temples & Iconic Attractions

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€362
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Under the Night Lights by TUK-TUK SHA Plus

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€232
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Bangkok - Thailand

Private Departure Transfer : Bangkok Hotel to Bangkok Airport

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Transfers

€52
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Bangkok Best Two Temples Emerald & Reclining Buddha GrandPalace

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€391
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Bangkok - Thailand

River Kwai One Day Tour from Bangkok SHA Plus

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€88
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Experience Typical Thailand at Night including Streetfood

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Food & Drinks

€133
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Bangkok - Thailand

Shore Excursion Laem Chabang Port : Grand Palace & Famous Temples

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Private Tours

€524
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Bangkok - Thailand

Muang Boran : Ancient City of Samut Prakan Tour from Bangkok

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€264
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UNESCO World Heritage Site : Khao Yai National Park Tour

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€392
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Luxury Dinner on Chao Phraya Princess River Cruise with Pickup SHA Pl

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€100
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Damneon Saduak Floating Market & Erawan Waterfall from Bangkok

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€175
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Bangkok - Thailand

Best City & Temple Tours By Selfie Expert & Local Guide

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€79
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Bangkok - Thailand

Koh Kret Island Bike Tour from Bangkok with Mon Culture & Lunch

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€94
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Bangkok - Thailand

Best City & Temple Tours By Selfie Expert & Local Guide

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€79
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Bangkok - Thailand

Grand Pearl Dinner Cruise Experience at Bangkok with Pickup

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Water Activities

€128
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Bangkok - Thailand

Grand Pearl Luxury Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admission TicketSHA Plus

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€59
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Airport Layover Special : Touch of Thailand 8 Hours Tour

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€366
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Bangkok - Thailand

Private Tour Guide Service with TransportVan in Bangkok SHA Plus

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€360
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Night Lights: Famous Landmarks by Tuk Tuk

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€94
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Bangkok - Thailand

Maeklong Railway Market & Damnoensaduak Floating Market Tour SHA Plus

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€148
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Bangkok Muslim Landmarks Tour with Grand Palace & Halal Meal

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€165
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Bangkok - Thailand

Private Tuk Tuk Tour at Bangkok : Evening with Local Host

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€175
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkoks Hidden Oasis : Explore Bangkoks Green Lung, Bang Krachao

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€360
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Bangkok - Thailand

Half Day Special City Tour from Bangkok

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€205
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Bangkok - Thailand

Madame Tussauds at Bangkok Admission Ticket

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€42
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkoks Popular Night Bike Tour

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€130
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Airport Layover Special : Touch of Thailand 4 Hours Tour

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€292
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Bangkok - Thailand

Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining with Observation Deck Admission

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€70
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Bangkok - Thailand

Evening Bangkok City Tour with Grand Palace & Reclining Buddha

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Walking Tours

€88
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Island Hopping Tour with Lunch & Massage

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€142
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Bangkok - Thailand

Muang Boran : Thailands Ancient City of Samut Prakan Admission Ticket

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Day Trips
Entry Tickets

€51
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Bangkok - Thailand

Amazing Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew & Wat Arun

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Day Trips
Private Tours

€270
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkoks Best Temple Emerald Buddha with Royal Grand Palace Tour

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Guided Tours

€60
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Bangkok - Thailand

The Amazing, Unseen, Unspoiled Suphan Buri from Bangkok

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€233
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Bangkok - Thailand

Koh Si Chang Day Tour from Bangkok with Lunch

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Day Trips
Entry Tickets
Guided Tours
Private Tours

€150
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bike Historic Bangkok Tours : Pedal Through the Old City of Bangkok

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Other Experiences

€55
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Bangkok - Thailand

Evening Tuk Tuk Private City Tour at Bangkok with Dinner

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Private Tours

€120
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Bangkok - Thailand

Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admission Ticket

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Guided Tours
Private Tours

€48
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Bangkok - Thailand

Siam Park City Amusement Park at Bangkok Admission Ticket

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Water Activities

€26
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Bangkok - Thailand

Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Pattaya Hotel

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Transfers

€51
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Bangkok - Thailand

The Best of Bangkok: The Grand Palace, Emerald & Reclining Buddha

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€40
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha & Temple of Dawn

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Private Tours
Transfers

€95
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Bangkok - Thailand

3 Days Bangkok Experience with Accommodation & Top Sightseeing

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Multi-Day Trips

€335
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Best Canal Tour- Flower Art & Artists House Food of Fame

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Day Trips
Guided Tours

€212
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkoks Best By Boat : Royal Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Tour

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Day Trips
Guided Tours

€39
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Bangkok - Thailand

Wonderful Bangkok Tour : GrandPalace WatTrimit WatPho WatBencha

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Guided Tours
Walking Tours

€140
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Bang Krachao Island Countryside Bicycle Tour with Lunch

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Guided Tours

€75
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Bangkok - Thailand

Rolls Royce Exclusive : Ayutthaya Temples & Ancient City Tour

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Private Tours

€5514
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Bangkok - Thailand

Healing, Refreshing, Amazing Escape to Ratchaburi from Bangkok with Lu

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Guided Tours
Private Tours

€153
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Bangkok - Thailand

Wonderful Pearl Luxury Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Transfer

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Guided Tours
Other Experiences
Private Tours
Transfers

€144
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Trails - Pedal Through 37 km Outskirts of Bangkok SHA Plus

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€109
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Bangkok - Thailand

Lost in Bangkok : Green Lung Jungle Bicycle Ride with Lunch

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€176
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Bangkok - Thailand

Old Town City Tour of Bangkok with Wat Suthat, Wat Saket & Wat Ratchan

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Day Trips
Guided Tours
Walking Tours

€118
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Bangkok - Thailand

Dream World Theme Park Super Visa with Return Transfer & Lunch

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Entry Tickets

€183
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Bangkok - Thailand

3D2N Ayutthaya & Lopburi Experience at Riverside Resort

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Multi-Day Trips

€925
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Hindu Landmarks Tour with Grand Palace, Temples & Lunch

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Day Trips
Guided Tours
Walking Tours

€154
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Bangkok - Thailand

Shore Excursion from Bangkok Port- Shopping Massage Food Tasting

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Guided Tours
Other Experiences
Food & Drinks

€409
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Bangkok - Thailand

Photo Perfect Bangkok City Tour with Wat Arun & Reclining Buddha

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Day Trips
Guided Tours
Other Experiences

€481
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Bangkok - Thailand

Jim Thompsons House & National Museum Tour from Bangkok

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Guided Tours
Other Experiences

€165
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Bangkok - Thailand

The Chaophraya Cruise: LUXURY 5 STAR Dinner Cruise on Chaophraya River

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Guided Tours
Other Experiences
Private Tours
Transfers

€76
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Dream World Theme Park Super Visa Ticket SHA Plus

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Adventures
Entry Tickets
Other Experiences

€39
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Bangkok - Thailand

Koh Kret Island Bike Tour from Bangkok with Mon Culture & Lunch

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Adventures
Day Trips
Guided Tours

€93
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Bangkok - Thailand

Shore Excursion from Laem Chabang Port: Bangkok Shopping, Massage & Food Tasting

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Day Trips
Entry Tickets
Guided Tours
Other Experiences
Private Tours
Food & Drinks

€214
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Bangkok - Thailand

Shore Excursion from Bangkok Port : Grand Palace & Famous Temples

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Day Trips

€229
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Express Boat Tour -River, Temple of Sun, Reclining Buddha

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€74
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Bangkok - Thailand

Ayutthaya Bicycle Tour, ATV, Floating Market and Sunset Sail

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Day Trips
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Other Experiences

€147
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Bangkok - Thailand

New Year Party : Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise at Bangkok Admissi

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Day Trips
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€191
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Bangkok - Thailand

Full Day Ayutthaya Temples Tour with Segway, ATV and Sunset Boat

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Day Trips

€248
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Bangkok - Thailand

Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok with Grand Pearl River Cruise

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Other Experiences

€101
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Bangkok - Thailand

Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel SHA Plus

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Transfers

€20
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Bangkok - Thailand

Maeklong Railway Market, Floating Market & Nakhon Pathom City Tour from Bangkok

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Day Trips
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€153
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Bangkok - Thailand

Chachoengsao One Day Trip from Bangkok : Historic Market and Buddhist

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€115
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Bangkok - Thailand

Khlong Lat Mayom & Taling Chan Local Floating Markets Tour SHA Plus

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€31
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Tour By Selfie Expert : LittleIndia, WatTraimit, WatPho

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Guided Tours

€230
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok King Power MahaNakhon SkyWalk Admission Ticket

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Entry Tickets

€64
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Bangkok - Thailand

Amazing Bangkok Tour with Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha & Wat Arun

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Guided Tours
Private Tours

€85
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Bangkok - Thailand

Ayutthaya Glittering Sunset, Heritage Cruise, Noted Sights & Food

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Guided Tours

€60
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Bangkok Old Town Insta-worthy Tour

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Walking Tours

€174
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkoks Green Lung Jungle Cycling Adventure Tour

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Day Trips
Guided Tours
Other Experiences
Private Tours
Bike Tours

€153
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Bangkok - Thailand

Bangkok Tour By Selfie Expert : FlowerMarket, WatTraimit, WatPho

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€174
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The Basics

The Erawan Museum is open daily from 9 AM to 6 PM, offering a peaceful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. The museum’s most famous feature is the enormous, intricately detailed elephant sculpture that sits above the building, but the exhibits inside are equally captivating. The museum’s collections include religious artifacts, ancient Thai art, and sculptures, all beautifully presented in a stunning, architecturally impressive environment. The museum’s interior features ornate carvings, golden statues, and murals that are worth exploring. Admission is reasonably priced, with discounts for Thai nationals and students.

 

Things to Know Before You Go

When visiting the Erawan Museum, be sure to dress appropriately, as it’s a religious and cultural site. Avoid wearing shorts or sleeveless tops to show respect for the sacred nature of the museum. The museum can be a bit out of the way, so be prepared to travel a little to reach it. There are also limited dining options on-site, so it's a good idea to bring some snacks or plan to eat after your visit. Photography is allowed in most areas, but be mindful of the rules regarding flash photography, especially around sensitive exhibits.

 

How to Get There

The Erawan Museum is located in the Samut Prakan district, about 30 minutes south of central Bangkok. The easiest way to get there is by taxi or Grab, which is affordable and convenient, though traffic can sometimes be heavy. Alternatively, you can take the BTS Skytrain to Bang Na Station and then transfer to a taxi or local bus for the final leg of the journey. Public transport options are available, but they may require more time and transfers. If you're using a ride-hailing app, simply search for "Erawan Museum" to get accurate directions.

 

When to Get There

The best time to visit the Erawan Museum is during the morning or early afternoon when the museum is less crowded, allowing you to fully appreciate the exhibits and explore at your own pace. The museum is open daily, but weekends can get busier, so try to visit on weekdays for a more relaxed experience. Since it’s located a bit outside of the main tourist areas, you won’t typically find huge crowds, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a peaceful, cultural escape. The museum’s lush grounds are also pleasant to walk around in the cooler morning hours.

 

Day Trips from Bangkok

Visiting the Erawan Museum can easily be combined with a day trip to nearby attractions. After exploring the museum, you can visit the nearby Ancient City (Muang Boran), an open-air museum that features replicas of Thailand’s most important cultural landmarks. Alternatively, head to the nearby King Rama IX Park, one of the largest and most beautiful green spaces in Bangkok. For those interested in local culture, you can also explore the nearby Wat Asokaram, a serene Buddhist temple. These attractions are all within a short drive of the Erawan Museum, making for a fulfilling day of sightseeing.