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Plaza de Mayo vs Museo Evita

Both are rated highly by writers. On balance, Plaza de Mayo ranks significantly higher than Museo Evita. Plaza de Mayo scores 92 with recommendations from 7 reviews such as concierge.com, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.

Plaza de Mayo
Plaza de Mayo
9 / 10
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The plaza remains the traditional site for ceremonies, rallies, and protests. The balcony facing Plaza de Mayo is a presidential podium." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"At the Plaza de Mayo's center, one finds the Pirámide de Mayo, an obelisk commemorating the May uprising, and the square is bordered by the impressive Banco de la Nación."
Frommer's Frommer's
"I highly recommend visiting Plaza de Mayo on a Thursday afternoon to see the Madres speak about their missing children in front of the Casa Rosada." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Plaza de Mayo remains the political heart of Buenos Aires, serving as a forum for protests with many camping out here overnight." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"When people refer to Buenos Aires as the Paris of South America, they are remembering this genteel quarter along the Avenida de Mayo." Full review
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Museo Evita
Museo Evita
8 / 10
Lafinur 2988, Buenos Aires 1425, Argentina
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The Museo Evita shies from pop culture clichés and conveys facts about Evita's life and works, particularly the social aid programs she instituted and her role in getting women the vote." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Great controversy still surrounds the life of Eva Duarte, who rose from humble beginnings to become a star actress and wife of the populist dictator Juan Perón."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A museum devoted to the first lady-turned-cult figure, with a collection of her gowns and video clips of her speaking from the Casa Rosada balcony." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Opened in 2001, this museum is housed in an aristocratic residence that Juan Perón expropriated; he converted it into a women's shelter for his wife's quasi-statal welfare agency." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"In this museum you can learn all about the story of Maria Eva Duarte Perón, the famous Evita, whose destiny was so exceptional." Full review
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