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Golden-roofed Buddhist temple with white base and tiered spire at The Ancient City heritage site in Thailand, surrounded by m
Giant mouth sculpture and colorful dome buildings reflected in water at The Ancient City theme park in Thailand
Thai temple with white walls and black peaked roofs reflected in pond, wooden bridge crossing water, tree foliage overhead
Traditional Thai wooden buildings with steep tile roofs built over calm water canals under clear blue sky

Operating Hours

Operates from 09:00 am to 06:00 pm

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The Ancient City (Muang Boran) is one of the world's largest open-air museums, located in Samut Prakan just outside Bangkok. Laid out in the shape of Thailand, the grounds bring together replica and original historical structures, including castles, palaces, temples and sculptures from every region of the country.

Founded by Lek Viriyaphant and constructed from 1963, the park opened to the public in 1972, arranging its structures geographically to match their real locations across Thailand. Walking or riding through the grounds, you move between original buildings relocated from their original sites and carefully rebuilt replicas of well-known castles, palaces and temples. One stop along the way is Talad Bok, a recreated floating market lined with traditional Thai houses and local food stalls. Bicycles, golf carts and a tram tour are available on-site to help you cover the grounds without spending the whole day on foot.

Rayna Tours' local team handles your Ancient City booking and voucher, including buffet lunch or dinner options if you choose to add one, so your visit to Thailand's history in miniature is easy to arrange in advance.

  • Walk through one of the world's largest open-air museums, laid out in the shape of Thailand.
  • See regional exhibits of famous castles, palaces, temples and sculptures from all parts of Thailand.
  • Explore both replica models and original historical buildings relocated from sites across the country.
  • Visit Talad Bok, a recreated floating market with traditional Thai houses and local food stalls.
  • Get around easily by renting a bicycle or golf cart, or by taking a tram tour of the grounds.
  • See Thailand's architecture, art and history laid out across a single day's visit.

Inclusions

  • Admission ticket to The Ancient City

  • Roundtrip hotel transfer (if selected at booking)

Exclusions

  • Meals and beverages, unless a buffet meal option is selected

  • Personal expenses such as photography services and additional purchases

  • Bicycle, golf cart or tram rental fees (available on-site for an additional charge)

  1. The Ancient city

    The Ancient City is regarded as one of the largest open-air museums in the world. Visitors can explore many significant sites from across Thailand, including castles, palaces, temples, and sculptures. Some exhibits are meticulously crafted models, while others are original structures that were relocated from their original locations. The museum’s exhibitions are organized by regions, allowing visitors to appreciate the diverse and rich cultural heritage of Thailand. The experience is like traveling across the entire country in just one day. The park was founded under the patronage of Lek Viriyaphant, the owner of Viriya Insurance, in 1963 and has been open to the public since February 11, 1972. Today, it is one of Thailand’s must-visit tourist destinations. Among the highlights is Talad Bok, a recreated traditional floating market featuring typical Thai houses from the past, offering visitors a glimpse into everyday Thai life and culture.

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    9 hours

  1. Download your ticket from your booking dashboard.
  2. Present it at the venue or turnstile for scanning.
  3. Once scanned, you can enter the venue.
  • This booking voucher must be presented, printed or on your phone, at the venue.
  • Bookings are subject to availability, and time slots are guaranteed only once confirmed within 24 hours.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • This ticket is not valid for Thai passport holders.
  • There are no refunds or amendments for unused, missed or no-show tickets.
  • Outside food and beverages may not be allowed inside the venue as per venue regulations.
  • Entry may be refused for non-compliance with venue rules or dress code.
  • Bicycle, golf cart and tram rentals are available on-site for an additional charge to help you get around the grounds.
  • If you have selected a hotel transfer, be ready in the lobby at least 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup time, and avoid eating, drinking or smoking inside the vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran, is one of the world's largest open-air museums, located in Samut Prakan just outside Bangkok. It is laid out in the shape of Thailand and brings together replica and original historical structures from across the country.
It was founded by Lek Viriyaphant, who began construction of the park in 1963; the park later opened to the public in 1972, after nearly a decade of building.
The grounds are arranged geographically to match the real locations of the structures across Thailand, so exhibits from the same region of the country sit near one another.
You can see replica and original castles, palaces, temples and sculptures relocated or rebuilt from sites across Thailand, along with Talad Bok, a recreated floating market with traditional Thai houses and food stalls.