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Museum of Siam vs Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Both are praised by professionals. Overall, Temple of the Emerald Buddha ranks significantly better than Museum of Siam. Temple of the Emerald Buddha scores 90 with endorsements from 6 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Museum of Siam
Time Out
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Independent
Frommer's
Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Time Out
"The Museum Siam doesn't mythologise 'Big Man' heroes or mould facts to the nation-building ideology."
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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."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"So where are we?
Museum Siam in Khet Phra Nakhon is an interactive museum full of surprises"
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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
"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
"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 "
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Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
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Na Phra Lan Road, Phra Borom Maha Rajawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
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Fodor's
"No single structure within the Grand Palace elicits such awe as this, the most sacred temple in the kingdom."
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Concierge
"One of Thailand's most impressive sights: 54 acres featuring a collection of palatial buildings, golden stupas, sculpted nine-foot demons, and richly ornamented wats (temples)."
Frommer's
"The number one destination in Bangkok is also one of the most imposing and visually fascinating."
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Travel + Leisure
"Wat Phra Kaew, more commonly known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is widely regarded as Thailand’s most sacred site."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The royal chapel (ubosot) serves as a backdrop to one of the most sacred objects in Thailand, the Emerald Buddha."
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Walk right around the temple to admire the Ramakien gallery, which is adorned with remarkable painted murals.
