Positioned on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River, Pak Kret is a captivating city bordering Bangkok. In addition to its handmade pottery and famous Mon Buddhist temple, the city is renowned for its memorial dedicated to Thailand’s military.
Things to do in Pak Kret
Spend a day exploring the small Mon island of Ko Kret, which lies in the Chao Phraya River to the west of Pak Kret. It’s famed for producing hand-thrown terracotta in pottery workshops that line the river banks, as well as a stunning collection of ancient ceramics on display at the Kwan Aman Museum.
At the northeastern tip of the island stands Wat Poramai Yikawat, a Buddhist temple with a Mon-style marble Buddha. Wander through its small museum displaying sacred objects and pottery, then photograph the 200-year-old leaning stupa that juts into the Chao Phraya River.
If you’re interested in Thailand’s military history, visit the National Memorial, which is fronted by an engraved marble statue of King Rama V. Witness large-scale military weapons and learn about Thailand’s role in the Vietnam and Korean wars, then admire the artworks detailing the history of Thailand from the Sukhothai period.
Young and old alike will enjoy the collectible toys and child-friendly activities on offer at the Tooney Toy Museum Thailand. There are more than 50,000 toys on display, including cartoon toys from the United States and Japanese Gundam fighting toys, as well as hands-on activities.
Getting around Pak Kret
Pak Kret lies adjacent to Don Mueang International Airport and is around one hour’s drive from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Buses connect Pak Kret with central Bangkok and tuk-tuks are readily available for travel between attractions.