Asiatique is fast-becoming Bangkok's go-to dinosaur destination. Building on the success of the Thainosaur exhibition at Tha Tian last year, it now boasts its own permanent natural history museum.
Thainosaur Museum is now home to the largest collection of fossils and replicas from dinosaurs and ancient creatures dug up right here in the kingdom, giving locals and visitors the chance to get up close with the beasts that ruled Siam millions of years ago. The life-size dinosaur replicas are incredibly detailed, right down to individual fur strands and massive claws that'll make you grateful you weren't around back then.
There's Khun Boonchuy the Phuwiangosaurus, apex predator Siammotyrannus, flying lord Karudapterus, and crocodile king Chalawan thailandicus. But the real showstopper is the museum's newest addition, Thaitan, a colossal sauropod stretching over 30 metres that genuinely looks like it could bring back the Cretaceous Period single-handedly.
What sets this museum apart from your standard fossil collection is the immersive walkway zones. You wander through different prehistoric eras, getting a sense of when each species dominated the landscape. The journey wraps up with contemporary artwork from up-and-coming Thai artists, all inspired by these ancient creatures. It's a nice touch that connects Thailand's prehistoric past with its creative present.
Thainosaur Museum, 1/F, Skyflyer Building, Asiatique The Riverfront Project. Open daily 11am-10pm. Tickets are B250 for adults and B150 for children on Monday to Friday before 4pm, or B290 for adults and B180 for children on Monday to Friday after 4pm, weekends and public holidays.