The National Museum Bangkok
7 expert reviews
“The country’s largest museum offers exhibitions illustrating Thai history, plus collections of Buddha images, textiles, ceramics, musical instruments and weapons.”
– The Telegraph
"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."
"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
"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
"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
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.
"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
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+66 2 224 1333
Na Phrathat Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakho, Bangkok 10200, Thailand