Spend your free time taking in the mesmerizing beauty of the underwater—without taking a plunge in the ocean. Here are five interesting aquariums you can visit.
This interactive complex is home to six buildings where you can fill up on scientific knowledge. It is home to the Bangkok Planetarium as well as a small aquarium, so after taking in heavenly bodies, turn your gaze upon a colorful variety of aquatic creatures including rare fish species.
Bangkok Planetarium, Sukhumvit Road. BTS Ekkamai. Open Tue-Fri 9:00-16:30. B30 for adults, B20 for children
You wouldn’t think that one of Southeast Asia’s largest aquariums is located at Siam Paragon mall, right in the heart of Bangkok. This aquatic wonderland has 16 areas, including an underwater tunnel, and is home to more than 30,000 marine animals from all over the world. Exciting activities await, such as animal-feeding sessions, underwater talks by divers and a virtual reality show.
Located within Kasetsart University, Thailand’s oldest aquarium displays more than 500 species of freshwater fish native to Thailand, such as the Chao Phraya giant catfish, Siamese giant carp and Siamese tigerfish, and a diverse collection of aquatic plants.
50 Phahonyothin Road, Open Tue-Fri 10:00-16:00. B20 for adults, B10 for children
This aquatic learning spot in Chonburi comprises six parts, each of which focuses on a particular marine plant, animal or organism. Saltwater fish, jellyfish and even a snapping turtle are some of the attractions.
169 Long Had Bangsaen Road, Chonburi. Open daily 9:00-16:00. B220 for adults, B120 for children
This attraction in Pattaya offers glimpses of underwater life such as pelagics, eels and catfish, as well as up-close encounters with reptiles and mammals. Here you can feed the fish, feed rabbits and even ride a horse.
125/1 Lieb Tang Rodfai Road, Chonburi. Open daily 9:00-16:00. B100 for adults, B50 for children
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