Rating: 3.5/5 (4 votes)

Open Days: Wednesday – Sunday (Closed Monday and Tuesday)

Opening Hours: 09.30 – 16.00

 

All About Khon If you want to experience “Khon” in a way that feels real and tangible—not just knowing it is a prestigious classical art form but never getting close enough to understand the details—then visiting All About Khon at Ko Kerd Arts and Crafts Center in Bang Pa-In, Ayutthaya, is an instant upgrade to your trip. This place doesn’t explain Khon with vague words; it tells the story through the real things that make a performance possible, from stage sets and props to the craftsmanship that gives Khon its unmistakable identity.

 

Many visitors come to Ayutthaya to focus on temples, historic ruins, and riverside cafés—and that is already a good time. But if you want your itinerary to include living Thai tradition and culture, Khon is a perfect fit. In Ayutthaya and the Bang Pa-In area, Khon is often brought into important events, tourism promotion occasions, and community activities. That is why Khon here is not only a grand stage performance; it is a cultural practice that local people continue to support so it can keep moving forward.

 

What makes All About Khon especially interesting is how it helps you understand that Khon is not created by performers alone. It comes from an entire creative ecosystem: mask makers, costume embroidery artisans, set builders, musicians, lighting teams, and people who guard the tiny details that eventually add up to the grandeur you see on stage. As you walk through the exhibits, you start to sense why the heroic characters must look dignified, why the giants feel powerful and grounded, why the monkeys carry playful energy, and why each “gesture” is really a language that must be trained until the body remembers it naturally.

 

Inside the building, you’ll find curated knowledge about Khon and related arts, along with standout stage sets and major props from different performance episodes. There are also spots where people tend to pause for a long time, because the pieces are large and densely detailed—such as sculptural or set elements that make your photos feel like you have stepped behind the scenes. The overall atmosphere does not feel like a quiet, distant museum. It feels like a space that pulls you in deeper and deeper into the world of performance.

 

If you’re interested in Thai traditions and culture in a way that feels accessible, Khon is a great doorway because it brings together the Ramakien, Thai classical music, craftsmanship, and stage etiquette in one place. In Ayutthaya’s historical setting, seeing Khon up close—or seeing how it is made—helps you connect the dots: culture does not stop at temple walls or old bricks. It continues through people, skills, and practices that are still being passed on.

 

This visit works well for both families and content creators. The walk is comfortable, the photo opportunities are plentiful, and the knowledge comes naturally without feeling heavy or academic. It’s best to set aside about 1.5–3 hours for an unhurried visit, then continue into the Bang Pa-In area where you can pair the experience with the Summer Palace, a beautiful Western-style temple, and riverside dining—all very doable in one day.

 

For etiquette and preparation, modest clothing is recommended. Walk carefully through the exhibit areas, avoid touching display pieces unless permitted, and respect on-site photography rules (some periods may restrict flash or certain zones). The core purpose here is to preserve craftsmanship and knowledge so future generations can see what we are able to see today.

 

Getting There If you are driving from Bangkok, you can use Phahonyothin Road or the Asian Highway (AH1) toward Bang Pa-In, then follow signs to “Ko Kerd Arts and Crafts Center.” If you travel by train, you can get off at Bang Pa-In Railway Station and then take local transport, a taxi, or a motorbike taxi to the Ko Kerd area (it’s wise to allow extra time for the transfer). Before you go, check the latest announcements from the site, as hours or special activity schedules may change during certain periods.

 

In simple terms, if you want to discover an “Ayutthaya in a different mood”—not only temples and ancient stupas, but a performing art that is still alive—then All About Khon is the kind of place that turns the words “tradition” and “Thai culture” into a real experience. It also connects smoothly to a Bang Pa-In day plan without feeling rushed.

 

 

A: It is open Wednesday to Sunday and closed on Monday and Tuesday.

 

A: The opening hours referenced in this article are 09.30–16.00. It’s best to check the latest announcements before visiting in case of schedule changes.

 

A: Admission is reported as free, and some notices mention free entry extended until 31 Jan 2026. Please confirm with the latest official announcement before you go.

 

A: Yes. The exhibits are designed to make Khon easier to understand through real sets, props, and craftsmanship, so you can enjoy it even if you’re completely new to Khon.

 

A: For a relaxed visit with time for photos, plan about 1.5–3 hours, then continue to other Bang Pa-In or Ayutthaya attractions comfortably.