Baan Hollanda

Description

A prominent landmark of Ayutthaya, the Baan Hollanda is an information centre that offers visitors an indepth understanding of the history between Thailand and Netherlands. It is also commonly referred to as the "red building" by locals due to the colour of its structure and it was opened to the public in April 2013. The area is considered to be one of the most attractive foreign village in Ayutthaya and offers both a museum and a restaurant to visitors. A visit is recommended for travellers who are sight-seeing in Ayutthaya - particularly for those who have an interest in Thai history.

Ticket Price

Tickets cost around 50 Baht

Opening Hour

Open daily (except on Mondays and Tuesdays) from around 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Recommended Visit Duration

Around 30 minutes

Suitable For

Adults, Families, Young Adults, Senior Guests, Children

Must See

Exhibits on Thai-Dutch relations and the Wilanda community in Siam

Prayer Facilities

Muslim travellers who require prayer facilities near Baan Hollanda may visit some of the mosques in Ayutthaya. Islamvattana is amongst some of the most prominent mosques in Ayutthaya and can be visited by Muslim travellers during prayer times.

Halal Food

Halal food near Baan Hollanda can be found at some of the Halal restaurants in Ayutthaya. Most of the popular Halal restaurants in Ayutthaya are located at the U-Thong Road towards the south of the island. Travellers may also choose to opt for vegetarian cuisine at some of the local restaurants in the area but it is recommended that you enquire about how food is prepared, prior to dining.