City of Art school
Rating
Family of 4
USD 60
Duration
1.5–2.5 hours
Best Ages
5–17
About
City of Art School is a Bangkok visual arts school offering structured creative instruction for children and teenagers across a broad range of ages and experience levels. The school positions itself as a place where young people develop not just technical skills but a genuine identity as artists — building a community of peers who share a love of visual creativity.
Classes span the typical range of visual arts media: drawing, painting (acrylic and watercolor), mixed media, and for more advanced students, exploration of design and compositional principles. The curriculum is structured to provide progression across levels, so students who begin as beginners can trace a clear path of development through the school's program over time.
The community aspect is a genuine strength that distinguishes City of Art from more transactional art class offerings. Students who attend regularly often develop friendships grounded in their shared creative interests — a social dimension that makes the school feel more like a place they want to be than an obligation they fulfill. For teenagers especially, having a creative community outside of school hours is genuinely valuable.
For families new to Bangkok or visiting for an extended stay, City of Art School provides an opportunity for children to connect with Bangkok's youth art community. Single-session availability for visitors should be confirmed directly with the school, as class enrollment varies by term.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons and weekend sessions; check the current semester schedule
Wait Times
None
Nearby Food
Bangkok restaurants and cafes in the school's surrounding neighborhood.
Why Kids Love It
City of Art School creates a vibrant, creative community for young artists — kids who love making art will find peers who share their passion, which makes class feel like a highlight of the week.
Pro Tips from Parents
- The school develops a strong creative community — older children and teens often form lasting friendships through the class.
- Ask about class levels and which is most appropriate for your child's experience when enrolling.
- Suitable for both students who want recreational art engagement and those pursuing it more seriously.
- Dress for mess — real art materials are used in every session.
What to Bring
- Art smock or old clothes
- Water bottle
- Sketchbook if requested by the school
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 60
Tips to Save
- Term enrollment is more economical than drop-in rates.
- Ask about new student promotional pricing when contacting the school for the first time.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Monday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM