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Things to see in Kanchanaburi (Thailand): 9 places and when to go
Kanchanaburi is a town in Thailand with around 64,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Temples (3), Museums and art (2), With kids (2). The best known are River Kwai bridge, JEATH War Museum and Thailand–Burma Railway Centre. The best time to come is November to February; also possible: March and May to October. In June there are 12 h 49 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 11. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Thailand · 14.0174, 99.522
- Population
- About 64,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (3) · Museums and art (2) · With kids (2) · Architecture (1) · Nature (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- November to February.
- Also possible
- March and May to October.
- Nearest airport
- DMK Bangkok, 118 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kanchanaburi
The places in and around Kanchanaburi, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- River Kwai bridgeBridge in Thailand3.3 km
- JEATH War MuseumMilitary museum937 m
- Thailand–Burma Railway CentreMuseum and research centre in Kanchanaburi, Thailand1.7 km
- Wat Tham SueaBuddhist temple in Kanchanaburi province, Thailand11 km
- Khao Phu RangSummit3.9 km
- Wat Chaichumphon Chana SongkhramBuddhist temple in Kanchanaburi province, Thailand1.1 km
- Wat Tha RueaBuddhist temple in Kanchanaburi province, Thailand25 km
- Malika R.E.124With kids27 km
- Safari ParkWith kids · Wildlife26 km
When to go to Kanchanaburi
The best time to visit Kanchanaburi is November to February; also possible: March and May to October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:15
- FebBest time11:33
- MarPossible11:54
- AprBetter not12:19
- MayPossible12:39
- JunPossible12:49
- JulPossible12:45
- AugPossible12:28
- SepPossible12:04
- OctPossible11:41
- NovBest time11:20
- DecBest time11:11
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 49 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 11. In January, 9 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to Thailand in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kanchanaburi
The nearest main airport is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK, Bangkok), 118 km as the crow flies. How to get around Thailand (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Nakhon Pathom12 places63 km
- Nakhon Pathom15 places82 km
- Suphan Buri6 places83 km
- Samut Songkhram13 places85 km
- Samut Sakhon6 places97 km
- Nonthaburi13 places106 km
And all of Thailand, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kanchanaburi?
The best known: River Kwai bridge, JEATH War Museum, Thailand–Burma Railway Centre, Wat Tham Suea, Khao Phu Rang. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kanchanaburi?
November to February; also possible: March and May to October. In June there are 12 h 49 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 11.
How do you get to Kanchanaburi?
The nearest main airport is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), 118 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kanchanaburi as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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