NATIONAL MUSEUM & NATIONAL GALLERY
The National Museum is a few minutes walk from the Grand Palace. Said to be the largest museum in Southeast Asia, it has historical and archaeological objects from the earliest settlements of the Dvaravati era to today's Rattanakosin period, as well as traditional artifacts, musical instruments, woodcarvings, ceramics and weaponry.
The National Gallery on Chao Fah Road is a showcase for Thai contemporary art. The collections in the permanent exhibition wing consit of various periods and styles of modern art, including installations by renowned local artists. Also on permanent display are collections by King Rama VI and His Majesty King 
Bhumibol, as well as traditional Thai paintings. The National Gallery is also the venue for temporary art exhibitions of all forms by both leading local and foreign artists, which change monthly.
Bhumibol, as well as traditional Thai paintings. The National Gallery is also the venue for temporary art exhibitions of all forms by both leading local and foreign artists, which change monthly.National Museum, open daily (except Mondays, Yuesdays and public holidays) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission fee is 20 baht. Guided tours are provided in the mornings. They commence at 9:30 a.m. from the ticket desk.
National Gallery : Open Wednesday to Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission fee is 30 baht.
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