Hua Hin Railway Station
One of Thailand's oldest and most photographed railway stations, famous for its red-and-cream Thai pavilion architecture and the ornate former royal waiting room.
- Category
- Historical Sites & Ruins
- Entrance fee
- Free.
- Hours
- Open daily (working station), viewable roughly 06:00-20:00.
- Best time
- Early morning or golden hour for photos with fewer people.
- Time needed
- 20 to 40 minutes
About Hua Hin Railway Station
This is one of Thailand's oldest and most photographed railway stations, and it is widely called the most beautiful in the country. The red-and-cream Thai pavilion architecture and the ornate former royal waiting room make it a quick but rewarding free stop right in the middle of town.
Do not overthink it. This is a photo stop, not a lengthy attraction, and 20 to 40 minutes is plenty. It punches well above its weight for the time it takes.
One thing to remember: it is a real working station, so trains come and go and passengers are using it. Be mindful of that, stay clear of the platforms edges, and you will get your shots without getting in anyone's way.
Highlights
- Red-and-cream Thai pavilion architecture
- The ornate former royal waiting room
- Often called the most beautiful station in Thailand
- Free and central, an easy quick stop
Tips
- Come early morning or at golden hour for fewer people
- It is a working station, so mind the trains and passengers
- Free to visit, budget just 20 to 40 minutes
- Walkable from most central hotels
How to get there
In the town centre, ~850 m from the beach; walkable from most central hotels or a short Grab/tuk-tuk ride.