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The National Museum Bangkok

Na Phrthat Rdm Phra Borommaharachawang Sub-district, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
662-224-1333
As featured in Bangkok for free
Ranked #42 of 247 attractions in Bangkok
4.0 of 5 stars 42 Reviews
Type: Museums
Fee: Yes
Owner description: This museum, considered the largest in Southeast Asia, houses a vast collection of antiquities including prehistoric art, murals, bronzes, exhibits... more » Owner description: This museum, considered the largest in Southeast Asia, houses a vast collection of antiquities including prehistoric art, murals, bronzes, exhibits from other Asian countries and ceremonial carriages used by royal families. « less
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Bangkok Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Close by the jewels of Bangkok's Rattanakosin Island, within walking distance of the Grand Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Wat Mahatat sits the National Museum of Thailand. Located in the old Wang Na palace complex it boasts one of the largest collections of Buddhist art in South East Asia. The Buddhaisawan Chapel houses the Phra Sihing Buddha image,... More

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Davie, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

The National Museum, Bangkok hold the treasures of not only the history of Bangkok but pieces of Buddha history dating thousands of years. There are guided tours every Wednesday and Thursday that are free. If you enjoy history and art, as I do, you will enjoy your visit to this museum.

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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW
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What an amazing place! This used to be a palace and the buildings are stunning! We took a guided tour with an excellent volunteer guide who explained so much to us about Thai culture. It really helped us enjoy the rest of our stay in Thailand. When we visited other temples, we could relate to what she had explained and... More

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Bruxelles, Belgique
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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I think that I have seen there the most beautiful murals ever ! They are in the chapel, which is part of the museum, and the whole place is just incredible : from bottom to top, the walls are covered with meaningful paintings, that were explained to us by a volunteer guide who was really passionate about the Museum and... More

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Bangkok, Krung Thep, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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The National Museum Bangkok is the place to see if you want to get a broad overview of thai culture and history. The museum shelters hundreds of amazing pieces. Don't miss a chance to get detailed explanation of this extensive collection by visiting the museum on wednesdays or thursdays. The national museum volunteers offer free guided tours available in four... More

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Tel Aviv
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The National Museum of Bangkok, is a treasure trove full of antiquities housed in an original palace, the sheer authenticity of the grounds and artifacts felt like I was being taken back in time, particularly when conveyed in my mother tongue. The National Museum Volunteer guides offer free English, Japanese , French and German tours every Wednesday and Thursday and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
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Allow plenty of time when visiting...at least half a day. The museum offers a comprehensive history of Thailand and Thai art. Alot of work is currently being done to improve the buildings. Take toilet tissue and possibly a personal fan with you

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012
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A splendid collection spread over several buildings, covering Thai history and culture. Easily worth half a day.

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

The national museum is vast and very old, and it shows. The main buildings are built in Thai style and looks like small temples. Inside there is a clutter of many exhibits, not properly labeled. The walls of the museum are not painted, the museum is not air conditioned and not well lit. The side building is a bit newer,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Museum is at Sanam Luang, if U stay near sukumvit area try to find a direction to Klong (canal) Sansapp and take a river boat taxi all the way to the Golden Mountain for 9 bat each, then take a tuk tuk for 30 baths for 2-3 people for a short ride to the National Museum. Try to go on... More

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