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Museum of Siam vs Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)

Both are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Temple of Dawn scores significantly better than Museum of Siam. Temple of Dawn comes in at 91 with recommendations from 7 sources such as Travel + Leisure, Time Out and Afar Magazine.

Museum of Siam
Museum of Siam
7 / 10
Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Time Out Time Out
"The Museum Siam doesn't mythologise 'Big Man' heroes or mould facts to the nation-building ideology." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Don’t let the neoclassical architecture of the house fool you; this modern museum presents the history of Thai culture as an interactive experience that will delight the whole family." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"So where are we? Museum Siam in Khet Phra Nakhon is an interactive museum full of surprises" Full review
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You won't be able to see every room here, but don't miss the "classic" area; after walking through the history of Thai TV, you'll walk into a '60s-style diner with an old car out front—perfect for the 'gram.
Independent Independent
"Elsewhere, local history museum with a twist the Siam Museum is highly enjoyable for its ingenuitive displays and meditations on what it is to be Thai"
Frommer's Frommer's
"It is worth visiting while you’re in this part of town, especially if you have kids with you, as there are many hands-on exhibits...there are rooms dedicated to the importance of rice and bamboo " Full review
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
9 / 10
158 Wang Doem Road, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
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Fodor's Fodor's
"If this riverside spot is inspiring at sunrise, it's even more marvelous toward dusk, when the setting sun throws amber tones over the entire area." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Formerly known as Wat Jaeng, the 79m-high (260-ft.), Khmer-inspired tower was renamed the "Temple of Dawn," by King Thaksin, Bangkok's founder." Full review
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Be sure to walk to the back of the tower to the monks' living quarters, a tranquil world far from the bustle of Bangkok's busy streets.
Time Out Time Out
"This five-spired landmark has been known as the 'Temple of Dawn' ever since the soon-to-be King Taksin landed by the then Wat Magog at sunrise in October 1767." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Directly across the river from Wat Pho sits Wat Arun, one of the most recognizable spots in Bangkok." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Wat Arun is easily recognisable by its huge central prang (114m high), which is built in Khmer-style... this temple is dedicated to the Hindu god of the day, Aruna." Full review
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