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Sisaket Aquarium

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Educational and low-key
Sisaket Aquarium, สวนเฉลิมพระเกียรติพระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยู่หัว 80 พรรษา (เกาะห้วยน้ำคำ ถนนเลี่ยงเมือง Nong Khrok, Mueang Si Sa Ket District, Si Sa Ket 33000, Thailand
Interesting facts
1

The aquarium is situated on an artificial island created within the Huai Nam Kham reservoir.

2

It specializes in displaying endemic freshwater fish species from the Mun River, a major tributary of the Mekong.

3

The structure is part of an 80th-birthday commemorative park dedicated to the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

4

The facility incorporates an underwater walkway tunnel designed to simulate a sub-aquatic environment for visitors.

Overview

Sisaket Aquarium is a regional aquatic facility located within the Chalerm Phrakiat Park on the Huai Nam Kham reservoir island. The aquarium features an underwater tunnel showcasing a variety of freshwater species native to the Mekong and Mun River basins. It serves as an educational center for aquatic biodiversity in the Lower Northeastern region of Thailand. The main exhibit hall includes several large tanks displaying both freshwater and saltwater marine life. The surrounding park grounds provide additional recreational space with landscaped gardens and pedestrian walkways. The facility is managed by the Sisaket Municipality as part of a larger public leisure complex.

Photo spot

Inside the transparent tunnel walkway for a 360-degree view of fish swimming overhead.

Insider tips

Combine your visit with a walk around the surrounding Huai Nam Kham reservoir park for a complete afternoon.

Check the local municipal social media page for announcements regarding temporary closures for tank maintenance.

Visit during the weekdays to avoid high foot traffic from local school field trips.

What to avoid

Avoid visiting during local Thai public holidays, as the facility becomes significantly overcrowded.

Good to know

Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays for facility maintenance and cleaning.

Etiquette

Dress modestly as it is a public municipal park; refrain from tapping on glass displays or using flash photography near sensitive aquatic exhibits.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1-1.5 hours
Best time to visit
Late afternoon on weekdays; the park temperatures are more comfortable and crowds are thinner.
Address
Sisaket Aquarium, สวนเฉลิมพระเกียรติพระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยู่หัว 80 พรรษา (เกาะห้วยน้ำคำ ถนนเลี่ยงเมือง Nong Khrok, Mueang Si Sa Ket District, Si Sa Ket 33000, Thailand
15.091, 104.327
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Details
Key exhibitsFreshwater species of the Mun River
Facility featureUnderwater viewing tunnel

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1-1.5 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Late afternoon on weekdays; the park temperatures are more comfortable and crowds are thinner..

Inside the transparent tunnel walkway for a 360-degree view of fish swimming overhead.

Close by you'll find Muang Si Sa Ket Municipal Nong Khaen Public Park, Si Saket Princess Mother Public Park, สวนสมเด็จศรีนครินทร์ ศรีสะเกษ.