Mrigadayavan Palace
Sixteen teak buildings on stilts by the sea, and the upper-floor ticket is the one to buy.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Fri–Sun 09:00–16:00
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Details
- Address
- 1281 เพชรเกษม Thanon Phet Kasem, Tambon Cha-am, Amphoe Cha-am, Chang Wat Phetchaburi 76120, Thailand
- Phone
- 032 508 444
- Website
- www.mrigadayavan.or.th
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Why go, and how to do it well
Pay the extra. There's a two-tier system here, and the 90 baht ticket gets you the gardens and the ground floor, while around 316 baht opens the upper floor of King Vajiravudh's residence along with the gardens. The upper rooms are where the place makes sense. Visitors over 60 get in free for the grounds, and the higher ticket has come with a complimentary iced herbal tea.
Rama VI reigned from 1910 to 1925 and only stayed here twice, which makes the scale of it slightly absurd and quite moving. Sixteen teak buildings raised on concrete pillars, all strung together by elevated walkways that run toward the sea breeze. Information boards in Thai and English explain what each building was for. The North Beach bathing pavilion is the one people remember. Renovation work has been ongoing, funded partly by the entrance fees, so expect some scaffolding.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Reviews from Google
Went there today, Sunday. I believe it's only open Friday, Saturday & Sunday. There is a two tier pricing structure and I thoroughly recommend paying that little extra (316 baht) which allows you access to the upper floor of the Palace of King Rama VI and gardens. It's definitely worth it. The 90 baht ticket allows you access to the gardens and the lower floor. Remember to dress respectfully although with a small donation they will provide sarongs to cover your knees. There is a lot to see on the upper level and we spent roughly an hour looking at all the rooms. Overall we spent nearly three hours looking all round the area of the Palace. There is also a quite elegant tea room which is worth a visit. We had some wonderful tea and nibbles for 700 baht. The restrooms are very clean although strangely the one my wife and I entered had no paper at all. Just a point to ponder for those of us from Western culture. I consider it a must see and a Grab taxi from the Hua Hin area is only about 250 baht. It's a excellent relaxing way to while away a few hours. Beach, garden and Palace.
Mrigadayavan Palace was a former residence of King Vajiravudh, or Rama VI, who ruled Siam from 1910 to 1925. It is in Cha-am in Phetchaburi Province, Thailand. It’s a beautiful place to spend the afternoon walking the grounds and sitting on the beach relaxing with the sea breeze. The palace is having some renovations being done. It’s 90 baht to enter to walk the grounds, free for seniors (60 and over) and around 300 baht if you want to going into the palace. The entrance fee is to help with renovations and to help with taking care of the grounds. It’s completely worth the money to come see this part of Thai history and help preserve it!
It’s a fantastic palace of RAMA VI. So beautiful sea view，and fabulous teakwood palace, and the long wooden corridor. So impressive…
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1281 เพชรเกษม Thanon Phet Kasem, Tambon Cha-am, Amphoe Cha-am, Chang Wat Phetchaburi 76120, Thailand
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Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
Go Early Morning
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Mrigadayavan Palace: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mrigadayavan Palace worth visiting?
Mrigadayavan Palace holds a 4.3★ rating from 3,960 Google reviews — a strong rating for temples & culture in Hua Hin.
What are the opening hours of Mrigadayavan Palace?
Mrigadayavan Palace is typically open 09:00–16:00 — 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 Mrigadayavan Palace?
The best months to visit Hua Hin are November – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: October (wettest month).
Where is Mrigadayavan Palace located?
Mrigadayavan Palace is at 1281 เพชรเกษม Thanon Phet Kasem, Tambon Cha-am, Amphoe Cha-am, Chang Wat Phetchaburi 76120, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (green, along Phetkasem Road to Khao Takiab); Motorbike taxis.
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