Things to do in Kanchanaburi: 10 Best Tourist Attractions!
When you are ready to get out of the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, head to Kanchanaburi. Only about 120 km outside of the city, Kanchanaburi feels a world away. The small town has a population just over 31,000 and will give you plenty of space to relax and get away from it all.
Here are our top ten favourite things to do down in Kanchanaburi.
Hellfire Pass
The Burma Railway aka the Death Railway was built in Thailand by Allied prisoners of war. The forced labour project was a truly terrible one and the prisoners called it Hellfire Pass because it looked like a true scene from below when they were working at night by torchlight.
Thailand-Burma Railway Centre
While the railway itself is a sight to see, the best way to get a real idea of what happened during the war is to visit the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre. It’s an interactive museum with some impressive replicas and relics.
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
Before you complete your tour of wartime Kanchanaburi, head to the war cemetery. It’s a beautiful memorial to the Allied prisoners of war who died during the construction of the Burma-Thailand railway during WWII.
Bridge Over the River Kwai
You won’t be able to cross the stunning River Kwai bridge without ducking for tourists who are taking selfies. Be sure to stop and take one of your own!
Wat Tham Sua
The Wat Tham Sua aka the Tiger Cave Temple is a gorgeous sight to behold. Check out of the little hidden caves and then take in the view.
Safari Park Open Zoo
There are a lot of exotic animals to see at the Safari Park Open Zoo but the highlight of your trip to Kanchanaburi is surely going to be feeding the giraffes who will stick their heads right up to you to grab some grub.
Prasat Muang Singh
Kanchanaburi lies on the western edge of former Khymer Empire and you can see some of the remains of 13th century Khmer temples at the Mueang Sing Historical Park.
Pha Tad Waterfall
When you finally need to cool down, head to this crystal clear waterfall and splash away the afternoon.
Kanchanaburi Night Market
This typical Thai night market has a wide array of tasty treats alongside all of the things you’ll need for your journey and a few other things you never knew that you needed.
Pakprak Road
Stroll down the main street and take in the nearly 200-year-old community there. Every building has a little plaque detailing its unique history and design so it’s the perfect way to get a sense of the local community.
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