Playing such an integral part in Thailand’s history, Ayutthaya’s museums contain items from the various archaeological sites in the area.
Ayutthaya's, museums offer displays of Thai art, sculptures, Buddha images and a range of artefacts and other important historical items. Of particular interest are the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum and the Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre.
Worth seeing
The following museums are well worth a visit if you have a little more time on your hands.
Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre is funded by the Japanese Government and dedicated to research into Ayutthaya’s history (focusing on its era as the nation’s capital). The centre houses a museum a...
The Chao Sam Phraya National Museum features Thai Fine Arts and Handicraft from the Ayutthaya era. A number of antique Buddha images are on display alongside local relics, carved wooden panels, Tha...