Siam Venezia in Hua Hin: Is the "Thai Venice" Worth a Trip for Photos?

Siam Venezia and Is It Worth Visiting

Siam Venezia (formerly known as The Venezia) is a large theme park and shopping complex styled after Venice. There are canals, gondolas, a copy of St. Mark's Campanile, colorful buildings, and several entertainment zones: a 3D gallery, an upside-down house, a mini zoo, a mini train, and a mini-Europe.

In our opinion, this place should be considered primarily as a photo zone, not as an attraction. If you love taking beautiful selfies and are looking for an unusual backdrop for photos – you'll like it here. But if you came to Hua Hin for temples, nature, or history, you can safely skip Siam Venezia. It's entertainment, not a cultural site.

During our visit, the park looked run-down and half-abandoned. There were almost no visitors, and many shops were closed. Perhaps it's because of the low season, but the overall impression was more sad than festive. This is also confirmed by reviews from other travelers: people write that the park resembles a "ghost town," most shops are closed for good, and some areas look neglected. The future of the park is unclear, so before your trip be sure to check whether it's still operating – links to reviews and maps are below.

If you do decide to stop by, here's what you should know. The entrance ticket for foreigners costs 200 baht. Inside, you can pay for individual attractions separately, but it's more profitable to buy a ready-made package. Package A includes everything: a gondola ride, the upside-down house, a photo session in costumes, the fountain park, the 3D art museum, a mini-train ride, mini-Europe, and the mini zoo. Package B is cheaper, but without the gondola.