Mueang Sing Historical Park
Modest historical destination featuring ruins of 2 ancient Khmer temples & a burial site.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Mueang Sing Historical Park, round out your day in Kanchanaburi with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
This place is massive and they charge extras for a taxi entering- my friend and I were lucky enough to tip 100 baht for the grab driver to wait for us for 2 hours as the grab driver said that it wasn’t very crowded on a Saturday afternoon at 2pm and they would not be able to find another customer on the way back. The park was good for a nice walk and checking out sights and there is lush greenery and ruins around. Do bring bug spray as I had to use it every hour to keep the bugs from my shoulders and legs!
Large, well maintained park with interesting historical relics. The turning from the main road is signposted in English with the words "Prasat Muang Sing". It was fairly quiet when I went, maybe 10 or so other visitors in the whole park. So nice for relaxation and a walk in peace. There are a few gift and drinks shops and ample parking. Toilet facilities are also available at no extra charge. Entry for foreigners is now 120 baht. I also paid 20 baht to bring my scooter in, so total 140 baht - which I feel was reasonable. The Thai citizens entry price is much less, 20 baht or so as I remember, which is fair enough. This is not a particularly affluent area of the country.
Mueang Sing Historical Park is one of Thailand’s most important Khmer archaeological sites, dating to the 13th–14th century and associated with Bayon-era architecture under Jayavarman VII. You can explore laterite temple ruins, old city walls, moats, and the historic layout of a fortified settlement near the Khwae Noi River. The atmosphere is calm and reflective, making it ideal for visitors who enjoy history, culture, and slower, meaningful travel.
Location Info
อุทยานประวัติศาสตร์ปราสาทเมืองสิงห์ 26QV+GCJ, Tambon Sing, Amphoe Sai Yok, Chang Wat Kanchanaburi 71150, Thailand+66 34 670 264www.finearts.go.th/muangsinghistoricalpark?fbclid=IwAR2zMh53d9BbSOlgNdkv-DnySVn-qTTiue6JgM_b9nbx-9SH24whJAb9ZZATips for Visiting Temples & Culture
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.
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.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (extreme heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
20°C – 38°C(68°F – 100°F)
Crowds
Peak: November – February
Getting there
Train from Bangkok Thonburi station (~3 hrs, scenic). Minibuses from Mo Chit take ~2.5 hrs. Car hire recommended for exploring beyond town.
Getting around
- •Bicycle rental (town is flat)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Songthaews along the river
- •Long-tail boat tours on the river