Ban Kao Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Monks on the tracks of the popular tourist train line going through Kanchanaburi Province, along the Kwai river and on its famous bridge, Western Thailand.
Monks on the tracks of the popular tourist train line going through Kanchanaburi Province, along the Kwai river and on its famous bridge, Western Thailand.
Felix River Kwai Resort

Felix River Kwai Resort

4 out of 5
9/1 Moo 3 Thamakham, Amphur Muang Kanchanaburi Kanchanaburi
The price is Rp1.041.818 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.041.818
Rp1.226.222 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kanchanaburi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Bridge Over the River Kwai and ...
8/10 Very Good! (318 reviews)
Well equipped spacious room, very comfortable, nice breakfast, it’s a big site, well located to visit the area

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Felix River Kwai Resort
Natee The Riverfront Hotel Kanchanaburi

Natee The Riverfront Hotel Kanchanaburi

3.5 out of 5
77/ 77 River Kwai Road Kanchanaburi Kanchanaburi
The price is Rp1.010.585 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.010.585
Rp1.189.458 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kanchanaburi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bridge Over the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)
poca luz en la habitacion

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Natee The Riverfront Hotel Kanchanaburi
VeeVaree Riverkwai Resort

VeeVaree Riverkwai Resort

3 out of 5
234 Wangkajea, Saiyok Sai Yok Kanchanaburi
Stay at this hotel in Sai Yok. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sai Yok Noi Waterfall and Khwae Noi River are located ...
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Sittisang Heritage House 1920

Sittisang Heritage House 1920

3.5 out of 5
141, Pak Phraek Road, Ban Nueae Kanchanaburi Kanchanaburi
Stay at this apartment in Kanchanaburi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Bridge Over the River Kwai and Kanchanaburi Walking ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Amazing home, great staff and fantastic breakfast!

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Sittisang Heritage House 1920
Baan Plang Resort

Baan Plang Resort

3 out of 5
39/3 Moo.2 Kang Sean Kanchanaburi Kanchanaburi
Stay at this holiday home in Kanchanaburi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bridge Over the River Kwai and Ploy River ...
Baan Plang Resort
Baan Parimtarn Kanchanaburi

Baan Parimtarn Kanchanaburi

2.5 out of 5
171/1 Baan Parimtarn Kanchanaburi Kanchanaburi
Stay at this villa in Kanchanaburi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attraction Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno is located nearby.
Baan Parimtarn Kanchanaburi
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Popular places to visit

Bridge Over the River Kwai showing a bridge and a river or creek

Bridge Over the River Kwai

Take a walk over this historic landmark, which has become the symbol of the infamous Thailand-Burma railway.

Bridge Over the River Kwai
Panorama of beautiful sunrise scene at old an long wooden bridge at Sangklaburi,Kanchanaburi province, Thailand

Kanchanaburi Walking Street

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kanchanaburi Walking Street during your stay in Ban Tai. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Kanchanaburi Walking Street
Aerial view of Skywalk Observation Deck made by transparent glass with beautiful Kanchanaburi city view by river at Kanchanaburi province Thailand.

Kanchanaburi Skywalk

Enjoy an outing to Kanchanaburi Skywalk during your stay in Kanchanaburi. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Kanchanaburi Skywalk
Thailand-Burma Railway Centre showing interior views

Thailand-Burma Railway Centre

An attractive off-white exterior belies the story told inside of the harsh conditions manual laborers faced when constructing a wartime rail system.

Thailand-Burma Railway Centre
The Tiger Temple

Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno

Why not meet the animals who call Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno home during your trip to Kanchanaburi? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno

Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Ban Tai. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

Things to do

Bangkok: Erawan Waterfall, River Kwai & Death Railway Tour

Bangkok: Erawan Waterfall, River Kwai & Death Railway Tour

Rp2.000.411
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Bangkok: Erawan Waterfall, River Kwai & Death Railway Tour
Boat trip River Kwai and Erawan Falls Full Day Tour From Bangkok

Kanchanaburi Full Day Tour: River Kwai and Erawan Falls

Rp1.443.540
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kanchanaburi Full Day Tour: River Kwai and Erawan Falls
River Kwai One Day Tour from Bangkok

River Kwai Day Tour from Bangkok: History, Scenic Views & Culture

Rp1.621.955
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
River Kwai Day Tour from Bangkok: History, Scenic Views & Culture
Historic River Kwai Bridge Full Day Join Tour from Hua Hin

Historic River Kwai Bridge Full Day Join Tour from Hua Hin

Rp1.540.857
per adult
Historic River Kwai Bridge Full Day Join Tour from Hua Hin
Mallika City, 1905 A.D. “City of culture and lifestyle”

Mallika City, 1905 A.D. “City of culture and lifestyle"

Rp37.846
per adult
Mallika City, 1905 A.D. “City of culture and lifestyle"
Full Day Kanchanaburi with Death Railway& River Kwai from Bangkok

Full Day Kanchanaburi with Death Railway& River Kwai from Bangkok

Rp1.009.440
per adult
Full Day Kanchanaburi with Death Railway& River Kwai from Bangkok
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