Royal Thai Air Force Museum
We don’t usually post stories about Bangkok attractions as most visitors trawl through the city at some point, and most sights are very well known, however….
Here’s a great place to visit in Bangkok that not too many people know about, and it’s easy to get to, and best of all it’s free.
The Royal Thai Airforce Museum is huge, with outdoor and indoor displays of both historic and some unusual military aircraft from around the world.
There is also an indoor trail showing the development of the RTAF, and a few interactive simulators.
Amongst the very many aircraft on display are the iconic DC3, a Vietnamese MIG, biplanes, jet trainers, the famous Harrier jump jet, a F16, the epic WW2 era Spitfire, and a modern Swedish Gripen fighter.
There are of course hundreds of other fascinating planes of all ages, shapes, types, and origins.
Even if you’re not an aviation geek you’ll still be surprised by the awesome displays.
The museum is open daily 09.00-17.00 (except Monday) and admission is free.
There is a huge carpark, also free, with marked disabled parking near the main building front door.
There is also a small center containing a souvenir shop, a couple of street food style outlets, and a comfortable cafe serving coffee and cakes.
There’s no need to google the location, jump on the BTS Green Line (Sukhumvit Line) and a 20 minute ride will get you to the Royal Thai Air Force Museum station.
You’ll have to walk a whole 30 meters to the entrance!
It’s family and disability friendly, kids love it, and it’s rarely crowded.
(Gripen fighter image created by Leonardo AI)