Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre

A very touching place to visit. The history portrayed in the museum shows what are troops had to endure. Very well laid out, displayed and a great day out. You can take Walk1 route about 1km (35 mins) along the old train track or go further Walk2 route 6km (3 hrs) in total. It’s totally free to enter. There are no toilets along the walk so go before you start at the free and very clean cubicle by entrance.

This was the highlight of my short trip to Kanchanaburi! A beautifully well kept and thought provoking museum and trail that highlighted a part of WWII history that often goes unrecognized - certainly where I am from. The staff were so friendly and spoke perfect English. Go in the morning when it’s cooler and to avoid some of the crowds - although there weren’t too many people when we were there from 10am to 1pm. We only did the short walking route because we had our young son with us but there is a longer one that apparently takes around 3 hours to complete which I shall be returning to do at some point in the future! Make sure to grab one of the free audio guides, it really helps to bring the story to life as you amble along the trail. The short track itself takes about 45 minutes although that is only because you tend to walk slowly and take in the beauty and listen to the story (if you are using the audio guide). I would recommend to wear sensible shoes as it’s mostly gravel and there are some slightly uneven areas. If you are doing the long route it is highly recommended to wear hiking boots and to pack water etc as it is described as requiring “a good level of fitness”. Entrance is free but I highly recommend leaving a donation. Enjoy!

This place is a museum about the railway construction during World War II, as well as a viewing platform and hiking trails. My boyfriend and I visited on a weekend. The museum is free to enter. The staff were friendly and spoke excellent English. There are cafes and restaurants around the area. The museum itself is educational about the history of the railway cutting during World War II. Afterwards, there is a guided walk through the area, where the staff will ask you if you want to hike close or long distances. It's like hiking. I recommend wearing sneakers because the road is forested and rocky. You should also bring mosquito repellent and drinking water. Each person is provided with a radio and an audio headset, both in Thai and English. When you're done, return them to the staff. It's totally worth it! We loved it. Highly recommended.