The Bueng Boraphet Aquarium is located near the famous Bueng Boraphet Lake, about 10 kilometers east of Nakhon Sawan city center. It's not only impressive—with its tunnel running through the main tank—but also educational, showcasing nearly all the fish species found in the Chao Phraya River and its tributaries. The sheer size of some of the fish is sure to amaze you! In several tanks, the aquarium displays a wide variety of native aquatic life: giant fish from the Mekong River, including the famous Mekong giant catfish, an iconic and endangered species; typical Thai freshwater fish such as bass, carp, catfish, and bubble-nest fish, characteristic of the swampy areas of central Thailand; and turtles and amphibians: numerous native, sometimes rare, species are displayed in small, informative enclosures. A visit that will delight children—my daughter certainly was!

Opening hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Admission prices: 30 THB for adults, 10 THB for children (approximate prices, subject to change; admission is occasionally free).

I'm not sure if there's a bus connection between the city and the aquarium – but I assume there is. If not, you can easily book a car with a driver using the Grab app.

How to get there

How do I get to Bueng Boraphet Aquarium? I'm not sure if there's a bus connection between the city and the aquarium – but I suspect there is. If not, you can easily book a car with a driver using the Grab app.