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Ancient Siam open-air museum at sunset.

Half-day & evening tourAncient Siam · Open-air museum of Thailand in evening light

Evening in Ancient Siam

A relaxed afternoon and evening at Ancient Siam (Muang Boran) – an open-air museum with scale reconstructions of the kingdom’s most important temples, palaces and monuments, beautifully lit after sunset.

Tour overview

“Evening in Ancient Siam” is a half-day and evening tour that leaves Bangkok or Pattaya in the early afternoon and returns late at night. Instead of visiting ruins, you discover Muang Boran – a vast open-air museum that brings together replicas of Thailand’s most important historical sites in one park, with a very special atmosphere at sunset.

DurationHalf-day & evening (approx. 9–10h including transfers)

Starting pointBangkok or Pattaya – hotel pick-up & late drop-off

StyleOpen-air museum · evening lights · relaxed pace

Good to knowAncient Siam is mostly outdoors and can involve some walking or cycling. Comfortable shoes, light clothing and mosquito repellent in the evening are recommended.

Day itinerary

14:00

Departure from Bangkok / Pattaya

Pick-up from your hotel and drive to Ancient Siam (Muang Boran) on the outskirts of Bangkok.

16:30

Arrival at Muang Boran

Start exploring Ancient Siam, a vast open-air museum with scale reconstructions of Thailand’s most important temples, palaces and historical buildings.

18:30

Dinner & evening atmosphere

Relaxed dinner inside the park (meal usually not included), with time to enjoy the golden hour as the lights slowly come on.

20:00

Traditional cultural show

Attend a traditional performance with music and dance that brings scenes from the history of Siam to life.

21:00

Free time for night photos

Optional free time to wander among illuminated temples and royal architecture – a great moment for photos.

22:00

Return drive to hotel

Departure from Ancient Siam and drive back to Bangkok or Pattaya.

23:30

Arrival at your hotel

Expected arrival time back at your accommodation, depending on traffic.

Photo gallery

Ancient Siam’s reconstructed temples softly lit at night.

Traditional Thai architecture reflected in the lakes of the park.

A royal-style pavilion and palace complex inside Ancient Siam.

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Evening in Ancient Siam

Includes licensed local guide, air-conditioned transport, entrance tickets to Ancient Siam and free time to explore the park, plus an evening cultural show when available.

Price: on request

The final price depends on travel dates, number of participants and chosen options (dinner, private vehicle, etc.). We will send you a detailed offer after you share a few details with us.

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This is not an instant booking. We’ll reply within 24 hours with a tailored proposal for your dates and group size.

Perfect if you prefer an evening experience away from Bangkok’s city traffic.
Flexible pacing – the route and time at each stop can be adapted to your group.
Easy to combine with Bangkok or Ayutthaya day tours on the previous or following days.

Logistics & timing

Expect a late return to your hotel. Show times and traffic around Bangkok can affect the schedule, so some flexibility is built into the programme.

Indicative route for the “Evening in Ancient Siam” half-day tour – including hotel pick-up, transfers to Muang Boran, free time to explore the park, dinner, a cultural show and a late return to your hotel. Exact schedule may change depending on traffic and show times.

FAQ – Evening in Ancient Siam

Is this tour suitable for children? Yes, many families enjoy Ancient Siam, but please keep in mind the late return time.
How much walking is involved? You can explore by walking, rented bicycle or tram (when available). Distances can be adjusted to your comfort level.
Is dinner included? Dinner is usually not included in the base price, so you can choose freely from the available restaurants in the park.

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