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The National Museum BangkokvsWat Phra Chetuphon
Both The National Museum Bangkok and Temple of the Reclining Buddha are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, The National Museum Bangkok is preferred by most reviewers compared to Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The National Museum Bangkok is ranked #7 in Bangkok with positive reviews from 6 publications such as The Telegraph, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
The National Museum Bangkok
Concierge
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
Time Out
Na Phrathat Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakho, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
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Concierge "Everything you ever wanted to know about Thailand—its history, art, religions, culture, and more—in a complex that includes a former royal residence and chapel."
Frommer's "If you only visit one museum in Bangkok, it should be this one, as it is the main collection of the country's art and archaeology." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Everything you ever wanted to know about Thailand—its history, art, religions, culture, and more—in a complex that includes a former royal residence and chapel." Full review
Fodor's "Just outside Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, the National Museum has a fine selection of Dvaravati-style stuccowork. The collection of Lanna antiques is also impressive." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Visit the galleries dedicated to Thai... history and then admire the Buddhaisawan chapel, which is home to a highly venerated statue of Buddha." Full review
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Also of interest are the superb royal collections in the old palace.
The Telegraph "The country’s largest museum offers exhibitions illustrating Thai history, plus collections of Buddha images, textiles, ceramics, musical instruments and weapons." Full review
Time Out "Located on the grounds of the former Wang Na Palace (Front Palace), Bangkok National Museum is Thailand’s largest historical museum, showcasing priceless historical artifacts from around the country" Full review
Wat Phra Chetuphon Fodor's Concierge Time Out The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
2 Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Fodor's "The city's largest wat has what is perhaps the most unusual representation of the Buddha in Bangkok." Full review
Concierge "Just south of the Grand Palace complex near the Tha Chang pier, this temple, which was also Thailand's first public education center, was originally built by King Rama I in the 18th century."
Time Out "This vast, mellow temple rewards wandering, despite some touristy aspects." Full review
The Telegraph "Bangkok’s best known and most important royal temple is home to an incredible 150ft-long reclining golden Buddha...Wat Pho, also houses the largest collection of Buddha images in the country" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"You'll find (slightly) fewer tourists here than at Wat Phra Kaew, but Wat Pho is our personal fave among Bangkok's biggest temples." Full review
