Snake Farm and Museum
Snake Farm and Museum
The Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute (QSMI) in Bangkok, commonly known as the Snake Farm, is one of the world’s oldest such facilities, established in 1923. It specializes in the husbandry of venomous snakes, extraction of snake venom, and production of antivenom, playing a crucial role in public health by treating snakebite victims across Thailand.
Our Thoughts: A very interesting educational museum and well worth a visit. It’s central location makes it easy to reach. You can see venom being extracted from snakes and a snake handling show which is very informative. Check show timings to avoid dissapointment.
During your visit, you can explore indoor and outdoor serpentariums, observe live demonstrations of venom extraction, and learn about various snake species and their behaviors. The facility also offers educational exhibitions detailing snake anatomy, toxicology, and the importance of snakes in the ecosystem.
The Snake Farm is not only a tourist attraction but also serves as a vital center for research and education, aiming to foster a better understanding of snakes and promote snakebite prevention strategies.
It’s also not too crowded compared to other tourist attractions, which makes it a nice, relaxed spot to spend a few hours. Plus, it’s not expensive, so it’s a great option if you’re looking for something educational without breaking the bank and ideal on a rainy day.
How to get there.
The Snake Farm is quite close to Sala Daeng or Si Lom BTS and MRT stations. Its a well known landmark so taxi’s know where it is.