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Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium

A free-flight butterfly garden and insectarium set within Rot Fai Park in northern Bangkok.

4.3(1,418)Phahon Yothin MRT Station · 10 min walk
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Hours
Tue–Sun 08:30–16:30
Getting there
Phahon Yothin MRT Station
10 min walk

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Full opening hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday08:30–16:30
Wednesday08:30–16:30
Thursday08:30–16:30
Friday08:30–16:30
Saturday08:30–16:30
Sunday08:30–16:30

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Why go, and how to do it well

Tucked inside Rot Fai Park (Chatuchak Railway Park) on Kamphaeng Phet 3 Road, this butterfly garden and insectarium offers an immersive encounter with live butterflies flying freely around visitors in a landscaped outdoor setting. Rather than viewing insects behind glass, visitors move through a looping path set among varied vegetation, giving the experience the feel of walking through a natural habitat. Information boards throughout the space provide educational context on species and ecosystems, making it a genuinely informative stop as well as a visually engaging one.

The garden draws families, nature lovers, and photographers, and its location within the broader Rot Fai Park adds considerable appeal. Many visitors combine the insectarium with a walk through the park's wider grounds, easily filling two hours or more. The atmosphere is noticeably quieter and more relaxed than Bangkok's central tourist areas, offering a welcome change of pace for those spending time in the Chatuchak district.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026

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Reviews from Google

A wonderful weekend stop for anyone who loves butterflies. Located inside Rot Fai Park, the insectarium is well-designed with clear information boards, lush plants, and plenty of butterflies flying freely around. It’s meant to be a calm, peaceful space where you can slow down and appreciate how delicate these creatures are. However, I did feel a bit sorry for the butterflies during my visit. Even though visitors are supposed to keep quiet, there were many kids running, shouting, and chasing the butterflies. It disturbed the atmosphere and clearly stressed the butterflies. I really hope parents help keep things calm so everyone — and the butterflies — can enjoy the space. Aside from that, the insectarium is clean, well-maintained, and great for learning. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re already spending time in Rot Fai Park.

Incredible butterflies of all shapes, colors, and sizes SURROUNDING YOU IN THEIR FLUTTER!!!!!!! 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Visiting this butterfly garden is a must-do activity when in Bangkok, I can't believe we stumbled upon it by accident. We spent hours here! No crowd at all. Very well designed garden with water features and multiple levels to walk around. Garden caretakers do a meticulous job tending the plants. No tickets necessary, the garden is free, simply fill out the survey when you arrive.

Worth checking out if you are near the park. We managed to spend 2 hours here watching the critters. The layout of the sanctuary itself is excellent, including a short looping path with verticality giving a wonderful view of the habitat. There were also a number of squirrels running about and enjoying berries. The butterflies, of which there are many sizes and color variations, are incredibly beautiful.

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RH53+RXC สวนวิชรเบญจทิศ(สวนรถไฟ Kamphaeng Phet 3 Rd, Khwaeng Lat Yao, Khet Chatuchak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10900, Thailand

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Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium worth visiting?

Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium holds a 4.3★ rating from 1,418 Google reviews — a strong rating for activities & tours in Bangkok.

What are the opening hours of Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium?

Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is typically open 08:30–16:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium?

The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).

Where is Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium located?

Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is at RH53+RXC สวนวิชรเบญจทิศ(สวนรถไฟ Kamphaeng Phet 3 Rd, Khwaeng Lat Yao, Khet Chatuchak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10900, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).

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