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Museum of Siam

Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok, Thailand (Old City)
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Ranked #42 of 200 attractions in Bangkok
Type: Museums
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Atlanta, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

This is a very good overview of Thailand and informative...if you ignore the odd video at the beginning of the museum. Kids and adults should know that this museum is interactive and you are encouraged to take pictures and touch things. Most of the information are in English and Thai so it is easy for many people to understand. Try... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

The Siam Museum is an old three storey building which used to be the former Commerce Ministry which was built in 1922 by an Italian architect Mario Tamagno. At the Siam Museum, you can take a futuristic journey through Thai history from past to present .On the 1st floor.All questions regarding Old Siam. On the 2nd floor find out who... More

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Hong Kong, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

The Museum of Siam allowed our whole family to learn about the people of Thailand and their history. But it was also done in a way that our kids (5, 7 and 8) could access it, and have a great time playing with the various exhibits. Aside from that, it was a great air-conditioned break from the heat outside, and... More

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Buriram, Thailand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013 via mobile

I had the impression that someone had a great idea but didn't follow through. Very pleasant reception I must say, as a retired person I didn't have to pay entrance fee, nor did my wife who is Thai. There was a lot of stuff that we were allowed tp play with, something unisual anywhere but especially in Thailand. However some... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

I expect something boring when going to this place. But it turn out very interesting one. I love the way they present and how interactive with us. Free thai costume to wear and shoot photoes.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

The museum was averagely interesting. If given a choice we would have flagged it. Not to be mixed up with the National museum, the Museum of Siam is about Thai people, their background and history vs the modern Thai’s. If you are up to it, you can play dress up with Siam style traditional costumes for free. Can be rather... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

I decided to go to the museum to see what I could learn about the Thai history. It was not too bad and I must admit, I did learn some things that I did not know about. Not that many exhibits really, and I did find each room was a little on the dark side which made reading some of... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

4 Sanam Chai Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200 +66(0) 2225 2777 Closest piers: N6 Saphran Phut (Memorial Bridge) N7 Rajinee N8 Tha Tien It looks far on the maps but actually it's not such a long walk. I used the Memorial Bridge Pier, and walked through the Flower Market to get there, which was a worthwhile experience in itself. This... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

I've been there 2-3 times but still love it and will definitely go again. The exhibition are interactive. Feel fun learning there. recommend for everyone, kids, learner, foreigners, Thai. The Museum building is very beautiful --- old castle of one of the noble. There's a subway construction in front. But you can go by boat or use another road on... More

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Sao Paulo
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

Although expensive if you're not a student, this museum worth a visit. it explains about Thai culture in a interactive and funny way. We've learnt a lot about the culture playing games and watching videos.

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