Kanchanaburi 

Things To Do

Bridge Over The River Kwai

This steel bridge is one of the most important historical landmarks and memorials in Thailand and probably the most photographed landmark of Kanchanaburi. The history of the bridge is well known, for the WWII battle that took place here, and the subsequent Hollywood movie that immortalized events. The damaged bridge was renovated by the Thai government after the war in 1946. Visitors are able to walk across the bridge to the other side of the river, but should be mindful of trains and motorcycles.

Death Railway

Visitors with sufficient time should take a death railway train from River Kwai Bridge for a 2-hour ride to Tham Krasae Cave. Tham Krasae station marks the start of the long viaduct by the cliff built by the Prisoners of War during WWII, part of the infamous Death Railway.

Hellfire Pass Memorial

Put your Death Railway experience into perspective by walking down the jungle-fringed railway track that leads to Hellfire Pass. This railway cutting on the so-called Death Railway was built with forced labour during WWII, in part by Allied prisoners of war. The Pass is infamous for the harsh conditions and heavy loss of life suffered by its labourers during construction. Hellfire Pass is so called because the sight of emaciated prisoners labouring at night by torchlight was said to resemble a scene from Hell. Visit the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum to learn the moving stories of those whose lives were lost in what is deemed to be one of the darkest pages in WWII history. Every year on ANZAC Day, visitors are able to attend a Dawn Service held here.

Erawan Waterfall

Erawan Waterfall is acknowledged as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand. The waterfall is 1500m high and has seven tiers, each of which with a safe swimming area. Besides the waterfall, the park is also home to a handful of limestone caves which visitors can spend time exploring.

ElephantsWorld sanctuary

Animal lovers will appreciate a visit to the ElephantsWorld sanctuary. Here visitors can watch elephants playing in the mud, gather food to feed them and help bath them in the river. ElephantsWorld is a non-profit organization founded in 2008, a sanctuary for sick, old, disabled, abused and rescued elephants who now receive the rest and joy that they deserve. For those who want to stay longer, the sanctuary also has overnight and week-long programs for guests.