House of Opium
Chiang Rai, Thailand • INR 132 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
11°C – 28°C, cool and dry with minimal rainfall, ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 28°C, cool and dry with minimal rainfall, ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Museum has stairs; not wheelchair accessible.
Museum has stairs; not wheelchair accessible.
Value for money
High
Admission is cheap for such a detailed experience.
Admission is cheap for such a detailed experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Informative Exhibits
Couples found the museum's history of opium trade very educational and fascinating.
Artifacts Impressive
Visitors were impressed by the well-preserved artifacts related to the opium trade.
Great Value
Couples felt it was a worthwhile experience for the small admission fee.
Small Space
Some couples felt the museum was too small for the depth of information.
Cash Only
Travelers were inconvenienced by the cash-only payment policy.
Limited Access
Couples noted accessibility limitations due to stairs and no elevator.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
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Explore the intriguing mysteries within Chiang Rai's House of Opium Museum.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
14-27°C
December features cool and dry conditions, with average high temperatures of 27.2°C and lows around 13.5°C. Rainfall is minimal, averaging about 14mm over 1 day.
December features cool and dry conditions, with average high temperatures of 27.2°C and lows around 13.5°C. Rainfall is minimal, averaging about 14mm over 1 day.
Open
No specific restrictions, but higher tourist numbers may require advance booking for accommodations and activities.
No specific restrictions, but higher tourist numbers may require advance booking for accommodations and activities.
Recommended
December's favorable weather conditions make it a popular time to visit Chiang Rai and the House of Opium. Visitors should plan ahead due to increased tourist activity and higher prices.
December's favorable weather conditions make it a popular time to visit Chiang Rai and the House of Opium. Visitors should plan ahead due to increased tourist activity and higher prices.
January
HIGH
11-28°C
Cool and dry with minimal rainfall, ideal for outdoor activities.
Cool and dry with minimal rainfall, ideal for outdoor activities.
Open
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
January offers pleasant weather and hosts the Chiang Rai Flower Festival, making it a popular time for visitors.
January offers pleasant weather and hosts the Chiang Rai Flower Festival, making it a popular time for visitors.
February
MEDIUM
13-31°C
Warm and dry with low humidity, suitable for sightseeing.
Warm and dry with low humidity, suitable for sightseeing.
Open
No specific restrictions, but booking in advance is advisable.
No specific restrictions, but booking in advance is advisable.
Recommended
February features favorable weather and cultural events like Chinese New Year and the Dok Sieo Festival.
February features favorable weather and cultural events like Chinese New Year and the Dok Sieo Festival.
March
LOW
17-34°C
Hot and dry; air quality may be affected by agricultural burning.
Hot and dry; air quality may be affected by agricultural burning.
Open
No specific restrictions, but air quality may impact outdoor activities.
No specific restrictions, but air quality may impact outdoor activities.
Not recommended
March marks the start of the hot season and burning season, leading to hazy conditions and reduced air quality.
March marks the start of the hot season and burning season, leading to hazy conditions and reduced air quality.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Boat
Car
Shuttle
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required