Bagan Archaeological Museum

The Bagan Archaeological Museum is a treasure trove of artifacts from the ancient Bagan kingdom, displaying stone inscriptions, bronze statues, and intricate woodcarvings. Visitors can explore galleries filled with religious art and everyday objects that illuminate daily life and spirituality during the Bagan period. The museum's centerpiece is a replica of the Ananda Temple's Buddha statues, while original stone inscriptions provide glimpses into the language and history of the era. It's an essential stop for understanding the context behind the thousands of temples dotting the plain.

Don't miss

• View the collection of inscribed stone pillars (kyauksa) with ancient Mon and Burmese scripts.
• Admire the intricate woodcarvings and bronze Buddha statues from the Bagan period.
• See the replica of the four standing Buddhas from Ananda Temple, each with a different mudra.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Bagan Archaeological Museum

Cheapest way inAncient City Bangkok and Erawan Museum Tickets4.7★ · 10 travelers~24 hoursFree cancellationFrom$10 per personSee dates →Most bookedBalloons Over Bagan4.9★ · 202 travelers~1 hoursFrom$230 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleOld Bagan Sightseeing Tour5★ · 50 travelers9–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$43 per personSee dates →