Rattanarangsan Palace
พระราชวังรัตนรังสรรค์
A reconstructed wooden royal villa on a small hill in Ranong town, built to commemorate King Rama V's southern tour; a place to learn about Ranong's tin mining and Chinese history.
Rattanarangsan Palace was built in the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) as a residence where the king stayed during his tour of southern Ranong. The original buildings were destroyed, and the present structure is a traditional teak palace reconstructed in its original form, set on the slope of Niwet Hill in the town center. Inside, the palace displays materials on royal visits, Ranong's tin mining, and the history of the Hokkien Khoo family, who governed Ranong. From the hill you can overlook the town. Admission is free or charges a token fee, and visitors must dress modestly and remove their shoes before entering the palace. It is about five minutes on foot or by car from Raksawarin Hot Springs, making it a good half-day combination with the springs for exploring Ranong town.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–16:30
Nearby sights
- Raksawarin Hot Springs
- Ranong Canyon
- Punyaban Waterfall
- Koh Chang Noi (Ranong)
- Aow Kwang Peeb
- Wat Koh Phayam
- Koh Phayam Pier Village
- Aow Khao Kwai (Buffalo Bay)