2 Best Performing Arts Venues in The Old City, Bangkok

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We've compiled the best of the best in The Old City - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

National Theatre

Old City

Classical Thai dance-drama known as khon can usually be seen here on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 1 pm (on some days at 2 pm) and 5 pm. Check the website for the latest schedule.

Sala Chalerm Krung Royal Theatre

Phra Nakhon

A former student at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris designed this theater, which opened in 1933, in a style that might best be described as Thai deco. The venue hosts traditional khon dance-drama weekdays, three times a day, at 1 pm, 2:30 pm, and 4 pm.