National Gallery of Thailand

#freemuseumdays 📍 Location: 4 Chao Fa Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand 🕘 Entry Fee: Free for students in uniform, monks, novices, and on national museum days ⏱ Visit Time: 1–2 hours Located in a former Royal Mint building near Sanam Luang and the Grand Palace, the National Gallery of Thailand offers a calm, art-filled retreat in the old city of Bangkok. Inside, you’ll find a mix of traditional Thai art and bold, thought-provoking contemporary works that reflect the country’s cultural journey. With rotating exhibitions and a peaceful garden courtyard, it’s a beautiful, budget-friendly way to experience Thailand’s artistic side. ⸻ 🧭 Things to Do at the National Gallery: • 🖼 Explore permanent displays of traditional Thai paintings, royal portraits, and early modern art • 🎨 View rotating exhibitions featuring new works by Thai and international artists • 🏛 Admire the neo-classical architecture and quiet courtyard space • 🧃 Relax with a drink at the café or enjoy a peaceful art walk • 🛍 Visit on select weekends for small outdoor art markets with local artists and crafts This gallery offers a gentle balance of history and creativity. It’s not crowded, it’s photogenic, and it gives you a glimpse into Thai identity through visual expression. Tip: Walkable from Sanam Chai MRT station or a short tuk-tuk ride from Khao San Road. Combine it with a visit to the National Museum or nearby temples.