Erawan Museum

A stunning museum housing a vast collection of Asian art and antiques, set in a beautiful garden with a three-headed elephant as its centerpiece.

Currency

THB (฿)

Best time to visit

November to February

Languages

Thai

Coordinates

13.732°, 100.508°

Latest news

Live

No recent news.

Key facts

1The museum's three-headed elephant, Erawan, is a symbol of Thai art and culture
2The museum houses over 400 pieces of Asian art and antiques
3The building's architecture is inspired by the ancient Khmer and Hindu cultures

Timeline

1954: Lek Viriyaphant, the museum's founder, began collecting antiques
1972: Construction of the museum began
1977: Erawan Museum opened to the public

Where to stay

Local dishes

🌅 Morning2

☀️ Afternoon2

🌙 Evening2

Tom Yum Goong

Hot and sour soup with shrimp, a signature Thai dish

Where: Ruen Mai Restaurant, Erawan Museum

When: morning

Price: THB 80

Moo Ping

Grilled pork skewers, a popular street food snack

Where: Street food stalls near Erawan Museum

When: morning

Price: THB 10 per skewer

Khao Neeo Mamuang

Sticky rice with mango, a sweet and tangy dessert

Where: Erawan Tea Room, Erawan Museum

When: afternoon

Price: THB 50

Pad Thai

Stir-fried noodles with eggs, tofu, and peanuts

Where: Street food stalls near Erawan Museum

When: afternoon

Price: THB 60

Kluay Buat Chi

Banana in coconut milk, a popular Thai dessert

Where: Street food stalls near Erawan Museum

When: evening

Price: THB 30

Som Tam

Spicy papaya salad, a refreshing and tangy dish

Where: Street food stalls near Erawan Museum

When: evening

Price: THB 40