Thailand's Royal Palaces

There are a number of Royal Palaces open to the public throughout Thailand.  Most of these palaces act as Museums, offering the exposure of Thai History to the general public. This post compiles a list of palaces that I have visited and that are worth a visit from you!  

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Bankok's Grand Palace ​

Thailand's famous "Grand Palace" is a building complex at the heart of oldtown Bangkok. This palace was used as the official residence of the Thai Kings from 1782 to 1925 and housed the King, his court and the royal government. Adjacent to the Palace is Wat Phra Kaew or the "Temple of the Emerald Buddha" ... Read More...

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Vimanmek Palace - The Teak Palace

Vimanmek Palace, purported to be the largest Golden Teak Structures in the world, was originally built in 1868 on Koh Si Chang, a small island off the coast of Si Racha just north of Pattaya and originally called Munthatu Rattanaroj Residence. Koh Si Chang Island... Read More...

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Bang Pa-In Palace

Approximately 60 kilometers north of Bangkok, near the ancient capital city of Ayutthaya, lies Bang Pa In, the summer palace of the King of Thailand.  Nestled on the banks of the Chao Praya River, the original palace complex dates back to the 17th century and the reign of King Prasat Thong...  Read More...

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Phra Tamnak Doi Tung - Princess Mother's Royal Villa

The Royal Villa at Doi Tung was the residence of Her Royal Highness Princess Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother. The villa was built in 1987 and constructed under Her Majesty's supervision to incorporate architectural elements from Switzerland...  Read More...

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Ban Puen Palace

Ban Puen Palace, also called Phra Ram Ratchaniwet, is located at Ban Puen sub-district of Muang District in Phetchburi about 2 hours drive south of Bangkok and an hour noth of Hua Hin...  Read More...

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Mrigadayavsn Palace - Palace on the Beach

The Mrigadayavsn Palace (often referred to as the “Palace on the Beach”) was built by King Vajiravudh in 1925. The palace is made up of 16 buildings in 3 groups, one for men, one for women and one for gatherings and assemblies.  Read More... 

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Bhuping Palace on Doi Suthep Mountain

The Bhubing Palace, built in 1961, is located on top of Doi Suthep Mountain to the west of City of Chiang Mai Province. The Palace is the royal winter residence in Chiang Mai where the Royal family stays during seasonal visits to the people in the northern part of Thailand.  Read More...

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Phra Nakhon Khiri Palace - Majestic Views in Petchaburi

Phra Nakhon Khiri Palace in Petchaburi has the most majestic views and one worth visiting.  The palace is located on a high hill on the outskirts of the town of Petchaburi in Southern Thailand. Read More...

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