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Suan Pakkad Palace Museum vs Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

Suan Pakkad Palace Museum and Temple of the Golden Buddha are both rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Suan Pakkad Palace Museum ranks significantly better than Temple of the Golden Buddha. Suan Pakkad Palace Museum has a TripExpert Score of 88 with recommendations from 6 reviewers including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.

Suan Pakkad Palace Museum
Suan Pakkad Palace Museum
8 / 10
352 - 354 Sri Ayudhya Rd, Rajathevi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A collection of antique teak houses, built high on columns, complement undulating lawns and shimmering lotus pools at this compound." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"This delightful museum exhibits artefacts including Khmer Buddha statues, monks' fans, betel nut sets, shells and prehistoric Baan Chiang pottery." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Formally a royal residence, this group of traditional Thai homes holds one of the finest art collections in Bangkok." Full review
Michelin Guide 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." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler 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." Full review
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Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
8 / 10
661 Chaoren Krung Road, Talad Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100, Thailand
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The actual temple has little architectural merit, but off to its side is a small chapel containing the world's largest solid-gold Buddha, cast about nine centuries ago in the Sukhothai style." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Wat Traimit, thought to date from the 13th century, would hardly rate a second glance if not for its astonishing Buddha image." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"At the top of Wat Traimit Wittayarama, the Royal Temple in Bangkok that houses the Golden Buddha, is a series of bells that can be rung for good luck." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Before heading to Chinatown, make a 30-minute stop at Wat Traimit to see the Golden Buddha." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
"Wat Traimit contains a 10ft-tall solid gold Buddha. Pahurat, to the south-east of Chinatown, is Bangkok’s lively Indian community. " Full review