Just three hours from Bangkok, the greatest appeal of the western Thai town of Kanchanaburi is its accessibility, making it an ideal destination for a weekend trip. The town offers a mixed selection of attractions with its World War II (WWII) history its most famous drawing card. With stunning national parks in the Kanchanaburi province adding to the appeal, it’s not difficult to see why this small town attracts both international and Thai tourists alike.

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Kanchanaburi is a popular tourist destination attracting Thais from other provinces at weekends and public holidays, overseas visitors on group tours and a steady supply of backpacking travellers. The town has, consequently, made considerable effort to supply visitors with a good selection of dining establishments to suit all tastes.

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Though Kanchanaburi has just a couple of events that it celebrates exclusively, the town is by no means a destination without fun and festivities. All of the country’s big public holidays are celebrated here with enthusiasm equal to that of the bigger cities and more developed tourist destinations. The River Kwai Bridge Week is the biggest event in the calendar and one that is especially pertinent in light of the town’s history.

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Kanchanaburi has many interesting sightseeing attractions from religious to historical and nature sights. Those attractions connected with the Thai-Burmese railway and the POWs who built it are the main draw cards for many visitors, especially those with an interest in war history or whose family members may have been involved in the project. For nature lovers, the magnificent Erawan National Park is a location not to be missed.

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Suvarnabhumi International Airport is Bangkok’s chief international facility and the closest airport to Kanchanaburi. The airport is situated 18 miles east of downtown Bangkok and is the principle gateway to the country with the majority of flights landing here and only a small number flying direct to other Thai cities from overseas destinations.

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Banks: 09:00 to 15:30, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday; 08:00 to 12:00 Saturday
Department Stores and Shops: 09:00 to 18:00, daily; some open until 20:00 or 21:00
Museums: 09:00 to 18:00, dailyBusiness Offices: 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday

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