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Suan Pakkad Palace Museum vs Royal Barges National Museum
Both are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Suan Pakkad Palace Museum scores significantly higher than Royal Barges National Museum. Suan Pakkad Palace Museum scores 88 with accolades from 6 sources such as Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Time Out.
Suan Pakkad Palace Museum
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352 - 354 Sri Ayudhya Rd, Rajathevi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
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Fodor's
"A collection of antique teak houses, built high on columns, complement undulating lawns and shimmering lotus pools at this compound."
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Time Out
"This delightful museum exhibits artefacts including Khmer Buddha statues, monks' fans, betel nut sets, shells and prehistoric Baan Chiang pottery."
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Travel + Leisure
"Formally a royal residence, this group of traditional Thai homes holds one of the finest art collections in Bangkok."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Surrounded by the city's modern buildings, this palace is a true haven of peace and tranquillity in a noisy and frenetic district."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Before you leave, check out the paintings inside the gorgeous Lacquer Pavilion, located at the far end of the palace. A stroll through the gardens is worth it, too."
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Royal Barges National Museum
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Soi Arun Amarin 24, Bangkok Noi, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
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Fodor's
"These splendid ceremonial barges are berthed on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River."
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Frommer's
"If you've hired a longtail boat on the Chao Phraya, stop by this unique museum housing the sumptuous royal barges."
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Time Out
"The museum is easiest to reach by boat or canal tour, given the badly signed trudge from the road via alleys."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Royal barges are very rarely seen in procession on the River Chao Phraya nowadays."
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Afar Magazine
"Once used daily by the Thai royal family to get around their realm, the fleet of royal barges are now used only for grand ceremonies."
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