Kanchanaburi Holiday

Places to Visit in Kanchanaburi

Getting fired up about your trip to Kanchanaburi? Keen for some advice about what to do and see when you arrive? That's what we're here for!

Of course, if you're journeying to Kanchanaburi, you probably know of Bridge Over the River Kwai. This world-renowned attraction simply can't be missed!

The modern military has had deep impact on the world as we know it. Visit Jeath War Museum to immerse yourself in the great battles of yesteryear. Visitors in this destination have a great range of options. You don't need to be a tombstone tourist to enjoy a stroll around Kanchanaburi War Cemetery. Why not try and find a guided tour and learn some of the history behind this captivating graveyard? Still got time to spare? From the chugging, whistling steam locomotives of the olden days to the sleek, futuristic trains of today, rail transport has captivated imaginations for generations. Find out more about the transformation of these marvellous machines at Thailand-Burma Railway Centre.

Popular Activities for your Kanchanaburi Holiday

Holidays are about doing things you take pleasure in as well as things you've never tried before. Ready to have some sensational new experiences?

Your trip to Kanchanaburi is about to get really exciting. There are loads of things to do, such as:

• Floating Market & River Kwai with Speedboat and Lunch
• Half-Day Thai Village Biking Experience
• Hellfire Pass Memorial Tour, Bamboo Rafting & Train Ride
• War Cemeteries, JEATH Museum & Bridge on the River Kwai Half-Day Tour
• Erawan National Park & Hellfire Pass Memorial Full-Day Tour
• Si Nakharin & Erawan National Parks Half-Day Trip

If you'd rather take a look at the full range of activities, go to our Kanchanaburi things to do page.

Kanchanaburi Accommodation

Though Kanchanaburi does have around 34 accommodation to pick from, it's always a smart move to secure a room beforehand. Not sure where to start? Expedia is here to help out with your luxury getaway or cheap holiday.

The X2 River Kwai Resort (138 Moo. 4) and the Dheva Mantra Resort (9/99 Moo 3 Thamakham) are two of the higher-ranking options in Kanchanaburi. Stay at either and you're bound to have the best guest amenities in town. If you don't fancy handing over such big bucks, why not spend your nights somewhere more economical? Consider the Noble Night Guesthouse Kanchanaburi (8/1 Soi Bangladesh River Kwai Road) or the Tara Bed and Breakfast Kanchanaburi (99-101 Maenumkwai Road Tamakam).

If you're just here for a night or two and only have a small window of time to take in the main attractions, reserve a room at the U Inchantree Kanchanaburi or the Felix River Kwai Resort. They are both a hop, skip and a jump from Bridge Over the River Kwai.

Nearest Airports to Kanchanaburi

The airport is rarely the most memorable moment of your adventure, but there's nothing like the feeling of knowing that your well-earned trip to Kanchanaburi is just a plane trip away! Once you unbuckle your seatbelt at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), you'll be 70 miles (113 km) from the centre of town.

*Savings based on all holiday package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.com from January through December 2017, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages. For Free Flight or 100% Off Flight deals, package savings is greater than or equal to the current cost of one component, when both are priced separately.