Art in Paradise is Thailand’s first and the world’s largest interactive museum in Pattaya with large dioramas, dinosaur figurines, jungle safari display and ocean-themed exhibits. Decorated as a huge art gallery of 3-D optical illusions where visitors can picture themselves being a part of the paintings. Art in Paradise has ten different zones that cover the varied aspects of artwork.
Art in Paradise is a perfect place to enjoy the 'Optical illusion art,' which enables the human eye with the ability to trick the human brain. It is a beautiful place that not only impresses, but is fun-filled, lively, and leaves you with memories to cherish forever. For those planning their Thailand tour packages, Art in Paradise offers a unique and immersive experience that adds an extra layer of excitement to your itinerary. It is Thailand's first 3-D art museum and has an astounding collection of interactive artwork and sculptures which make it one of its kind museums. It is located in Chon Buri Province, Pattaya and started its operation on May 2, 2012.
The art gallery is spread in about 5,800 square meters, making it the largest in the world. Renowned South Korean artist, Mr. Shin Jae Yeoul, was the inspiration behind this museum, who is now the Managing Director of this wonderful art gallery. He along with eleven other talented Korean artists showcased their skills in an old building. They modified that building into an impressive display of over 140 marvelous paintings. These paintings were made in a way that they provide an interactive 3-D illusion. The aesthetic style used in making these paintings makes every picture clicked with them, realistic, stylish, and interactive.
This gallery is divided into 10 different zones, all covering different aspects of art. The 10 zones include Mirage, Aqua, Zoo, Classic Art, Ayutthaya, Egyptian, Thai, Surrealism, Dinosaur, and Exhibition Room. Art in Paradise is the ideal destination to spend time with your family, friends, and even lovers. Here you can get involved with the artworks and get snapped with them. This place lets the inner kid in you to rise and enjoy the mind-blowing experiences like never before. It attracts a multitude of tourists from all over the world to enjoy the superb and almost real experiences and capture the moments.
• Get tricked at the very first optical illusion gallery in Thailand.
• Get to experience the fun of exploring the 3D galleries loaded with paintings.
• Strike a pose with the beautiful pictures and snap beautiful moments to cherish.
• Touch, climb, pose, and feel the interactive displays with no boundaries.
Art in Paradise is centrally located and is easily accessible through public or private transport services. There are frequent Baht buses available from all prominent points to this gallery. The Grab taxi or motorcycle taxis are other cost-effective options to reach the gallery.
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You can visit this amazing place at any time of year, as this 3-D illusion museum is entirely indoors and you will not get affected by the climate outside. Thousands of visitors come to this place to enjoy the exceptional display of art, and the museum gets packed with tourists during weekends.
Hence, weekdays are preferred over the weekends. And, if you want to get clicked with the interactive art without waiting for too long, visit the place during weekdays, and reach the place as early as possible in the morning.
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1. It is centrally located and it is convenient and cheap to reach there through Baht bus, GrabTaxi or motorcycle taxi.
2. Visit the museum on a weekday to avoid a long waiting period.
3. To get entry at Thai prices, do not forget to keep your driving license or work permit with you.
4. Take a shoulder bag to carry your shoes as they do not allow shoes inside the museum.
5. To get the perfect clicks, make sure to capture from the appropriate angle and try to click from a low angle to capture the excellent background.
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This section houses several dolls and figurines which depict delicate details of Thai life. Korean sculptures used special techniques to make them appear lively and beautiful.
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This section lets you experience the underwater world. You can feel being with the blue whale or fight with giant fish or enjoy treasure hunt or even look like a beautiful mermaid.
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This section is perfect for all jungle life admirers. You can find yourself walking with a large group of elephants, a zebra herd, and a long neck giraffe through the paintings. Click pictures with primeval tribes in the Amazon jungle or wild animals.
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It is a fun and interactive way to explore classic art. Here you can be Leanardo Da Vinci and act like you are creating the famous Mona Lisa painting or appreciate the pieces of classic art in an engaging manner.
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This is the largest and one of the most spectacular zones in the museum and Here you can click life-like pictures with a huge Buddha statue or involve yourself in the marvelous classical civilization of the Incas. Another attraction here is a painting that will make you feel like you are crossing a dangerous valley on a rope and wooden blocks bridge.
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This section lets you be part of the journey of Pharaoh's Tomb to the vast desert. You will be disillusioned to be in Egypt and exploring the different heritage structures there.
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This section represents the stunning display of Thai culture and tradition. You will get the chance to be part of the Songkran festival or get clicked with the floating lanterns of Yi Peng while relaxing on the giant hands of Tosakan.
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A section completely dedicated to surreal images. Here you can unleash your imagination and capture those marvelous experiences.
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This section will take you back to the dinosaur era and lets you click pictures with them.
Here you will get to see the art structures depicting the current situation in the world or the paintings displaying modern art and styles.
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This beautiful 3D art museum is open throughout the week. Hence visitors can come anytime they wish. However, the museum remains crowded and busy on weekends. Weekdays are the best time to visit, and to click pictures with the almost lively looking art without having to wait in queues.
The Art Museum is one and only 3D museum in Thailand. This museum has optical illusion art, and many other impressive collections of art and sculpture. Spread over a 5000-meter square, this museum has over 140 paintings and sculptures. The art gallery is divided into different zones. The museum lets the visitors pose and take pictures with the splendid 3D art.
Art in Paradise, Pattaya is an amazing museum, full of exciting paintings and sculptures and requires a minimum of two hours to get around the whole gallery. But as the visitors come here to experience the art of 3-D illusion and like to pose and get clicked with different paintings, they spend a lot more time.
And, it is completely visitors' choice of how much time they want to spend in interacting with these marvelous paintings.
Art in Paradise is located in central Pattaya. It lies on the Pattaya 2nd Road and is near to the Dolphin roundabout, North Pattaya.
Ticket prices for Art in Paradise, Pattaya for foreigners are higher than the Thai nationals. But, a foreigner can get entry as a Thai national by showing his driving license or work permit.
Also, if you book tickets online with Thrillophilia, you will get the advantage of discount offers and vouchers, as Thrillophilia offers a lowest price guarantee. Not only this, the ticket price includes the entry price and the transfer from your hotel to the gallery in a private vehicle.
Art in Paradise, Pattaya is an amazing museum, full of exciting paintings and sculptures and requires a minimum of two hours to get around the whole gallery. But as the visitors come here to experience the art of 3-D illusion and like to pose and get clicked with different paintings, they spend a lot more time.
And, it is completely visitors' choice of how much time they want to spend in interacting with these marvelous paintings.
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