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Snake Farm (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is Snake Farm?

75%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 75% Couple-Friendly: Watching cobras handled together and posing for a joint python shot adds novelty for couples, yet the clinical setting, basic café, and brief duration limit deeper romance or lingering.

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Positives:

  • Hands-On Experience: Couples can share the thrill of handling a python together.
  • Included Shows: Both the snake-handling and venom demo are free with admission.
  • Compact Layout: Small venue makes it easy to explore exhibits side by side.

Challenges:

  • Warm Indoor Halls: Exhibits rely on fans only; it can feel hot during midday.
  • Fixed Show Times: If you miss a demo or show, the next session could be hours away.
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What is Snake Farm?

  • A research institute established in 1900 at the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute specializing in venomous snake biology and antivenom production
  • A facility that houses thousands of venomous snakes—cobras, kraits, pythons and other species—in climate-controlled, glass-enclosed habitats
  • A venom-extraction laboratory where trained herpetologists milk a diverse collection of snakes to produce lifesaving antivenoms

What is so special about Snake Farm for couple trip?

  1. Attend free snake-handling and venom-extraction demos.
  2. Hold a python together for unique couple photos.
  3. Explore two levels of glass-enclosed exhibits.
  4. Stroll shaded outdoor serpentarium paths.
  5. All shows and exhibits included in modest ticket price.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Enough time to attend shows, explore exhibits, and enjoy photo ops without rushing.

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Couple-Friendly Activities in Snake Farm

Snake-Handling Show:

Watch trained staff handle cobras, kraits, and pythons up close.

Tip: Arrive 10 minutes before the 14:30 weekday or 11:00 weekend show for best seats.

Venom-Extraction Demo:

See live milking of venom used to produce antivenom.

Tip: Demo runs weekdays at 11:00; plan to arrive by 10:50 to secure a clear view.

Python Photo Opportunity:

Hold or drape a tame python for a memorable photo.

Tip: Donate a small tip at the donation box after the show for staff support.

Indoor Exhibits:

Stroll two floors of glass cases showcasing 35+ snake species.

Tip: Read the English labels to learn about anatomy, behavior, and first aid tips.

Outdoor Serpentarium Garden:

Walk shaded paths around naturalistic, open-air snake enclosures.

Tip: Visit early to avoid midday heat and see snakes when they are most active.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Snake Farm

  1. Weekday Morning Visit: Come on a weekday before 11:00 to avoid crowds and catch both demos.
  2. Combine Nearby Stops: Pair your visit with Dusit Palace grounds for a full-day itinerary.
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Reviews of Snake Farm

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Aug 2025

While this attraction has great information for you, the hours are not the best. They have one show time per day, and the snakes aren't really active. I noticed inactivity from indoor and outdoor snakes. The snakes who were active seemed to be testing the boundaries of their tanks. Inside had signs up for no video. The museum was very educational and you can learn a good bit about snakes. There ...

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anna ng

Aug 2025

We had a memoriable experience of thr snake show here. Worth go. After the show, we are inviged to take photos with a big snake. A bit scaring but unforgetable!

Sophia Sivakumaran

Sophia Sivakumaran

Aug 2025

Amazing experience! Never visited a snake farm and its well worth it! They have various species with lots of explanation. You don’t wanna miss the exhibition which happen to be at 11am on Sundays (different during the week)! It is intense but for those who like this type of activity will enjoy for sure!

Juliet Lyi

Juliet Lyi

Jun 2025

Very cool and informative farm. Set half outdoors and half indoors with a fair bit of variety of snakes to look at and learn about. Not a very big place but I was quite happy with my experience. They have a little show at 11am on weekends and 2pm on weekdays where the handlers bring out snakes one by one while a vet tells you all about the snake in both English and Thai. 🐍

Robert Kief

Robert Kief

Apr 2025

We attended the Cobra milking show in the morning. What a great experience for my children and myself. As we live in Thailand and have encountered both non-venomous and cobras at our home we left the show with further knowledge about the snakes and should the unfortunate happen and someone is bitten the proper first aid treatments. The snake museum is a top-notch exhibit not only for displays b...

When is the best time to visit Snake Farm (Bangkok, Thailand)?

Bangkok stays warm year-round. Visit in the dry season (Nov–Apr) for cooler mornings. Carry bottled water and wear light clothing.

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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Admission for 2 adultsTHB 400
Python photo donation (optional)THB 50
Snacks and drinks at caféTHB 100
Total EstimatedTHB 550

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Snake Farm

Address: 1871 Thanon Rama IV, Khwaeng Pathum Wan, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand

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About Snake Farm

Opening Hours

Monday:9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Tuesday:9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday:9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Thursday:9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday:9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Saturday:9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday:9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+66 2 252 0161

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