10 of the best · Bangkok, Thailand
Museums, Galleries and Shows in Bangkok
The National Museum and Museum Siam, contemporary art at BACC and MOCA, and Khon, the masked dance drama, at Sala Chalermkrung.
Our 10 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Bangkok.
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Thailand’s treasures
National Museum Bangkok
The national collection of Thai art and archaeology, beside Sanam Luang.
4 Na Phra That Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200Explore View on map
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Facing MBK and Siam
Bangkok Art and Culture Centre
The city’s contemporary arts centre, a spiral of galleries at the Pathumwan junction.
939 Rama 1 Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330Explore View on map
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Khon, the masked dance drama
Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre
A 1930s theatre in the old city, home to performances of Khon, Thailand’s masked dance drama.
66 Charoen Krung Road, Wang Burapha Phirom, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200Explore View on map
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Museums & galleries 7
Art and history.
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Facing MBK and Siam
Bangkok Art and Culture Centre
The city’s contemporary arts centre, a spiral of galleries at the Pathumwan junction.
939 Rama 1 Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330Explore View on map
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Modern Thai art
MOCA Bangkok
A large private museum of modern Thai art in the north of the city.
499 Kamphaengphet 6 Road, Lat Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900Explore View on map
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What it means to be Thai
Museum Siam
A lively museum about Thai identity, near Wat Pho.
Sanam Chai Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200Explore View on map
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Thailand’s treasures
National Museum Bangkok
The national collection of Thai art and archaeology, beside Sanam Luang.
4 Na Phra That Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200Explore View on map
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In the Grand Palace grounds
Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles
A museum of Thai textiles and dress within the Grand Palace grounds.
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Galleries on the river
River City Bangkok
Galleries and antique shops in a riverside centre by Talat Noi.
23 Charoen Krung Soi 24, Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100Explore View on map
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On Ratchadamnoen Klang
The Queen’s Gallery
A gallery of Thai art on Ratchadamnoen Klang Avenue.
101 Ratchadamnoen Klang Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200Explore View on map
Shows & theatre 3
Khon, concerts and cabaret.
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At Asiatique
Calypso Cabaret
A long-running cabaret show at Asiatique.
2194 Charoen Krung Road, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120Explore View on map
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Khon, the masked dance drama
Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre
A 1930s theatre in the old city, home to performances of Khon, Thailand’s masked dance drama.
66 Charoen Krung Road, Wang Burapha Phirom, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200Explore View on map
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Ballet, orchestras and touring shows
Thailand Cultural Centre
The city’s main concert and theatre halls, by the MRT.
14 Ratchadaphisek Road, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 10310Explore View on map
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