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Asian Civilisations Museum vs Thian Hock Keng Temple

Both are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Asian Civilisations Museum scores significantly better than Thian Hock Keng Temple. Asian Civilisations Museum ranks #1 in Singapore with endorsements from 10 publications like Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Time Out.

Asian Civilisations Museum
Asian Civilisations Museum
9 / 10
1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555, Singapore
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Concierge Concierge
"Singapore's confluence of Chinese, Indian, and Malay cultures makes it the ideal place to learn about these civilizations and their historic interactions."
Frommer's Frommer's
"If you have time for only one museum, this is the one I recommend." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Inside an impressive 1865 building named in honour of Queen Victoria, this museum is a must for any Singapore visit – escape the humidity, put your watch in your pocket and get lost inside." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The fine, jewel-box Asian Civilisations Museum was opened in a colonial-era riverfront structure. Articles Singapore's Modern Revolution." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"With 11 galleries spread over three levels, each of the regions has its own thematic timeline and permanent display." Full review
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Thian Hock Keng Temple
Thian Hock Keng Temple
8 / 10
158 Telok Ayer St, Chinatown, Singapore 068613, Singapore
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This structure—the Temple of Heavenly Happiness—was completed in 1842 to replace a simple shrine built 20 years earlier." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Thian Hock Keng, the "Temple of Heavenly Bliss," is one of the oldest Chinese temples in Singapore." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Built... by Chinese immigrants in honour of the sea divinity Ma Zhu Po." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Sinapore's oldest Buddhist temple was built in the traditional southern Chinese style and without using a single nail." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Oddly, while Chinatown’s most famous Hindu temple is swamped, its oldest and most important Hokkien temple is often a haven of tranquillity." Full review