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Teatro Colon vs Palacio Barolo

Both are highly recommended by writers. Overall, Teatro Colon is preferred by most professionals compared to Palacio Barolo. Teatro Colon ranks #2 in Buenos Aires with endorsements from 7 sources like Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Afar Magazine.

Teatro Colon
Teatro Colon
8 / 10
Cerrito 628, Buenos Aires 1010, Argentina
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Its magnitude, magnificent acoustics, and opulence (grander than Milan's La Scala) position the Teatro Colón (Colón Theater) among the world's top five opera theraters." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Buenos Aires's golden age of prosperity gave birth to this luxurious opera house." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This gorgeous and impressive seven-story building is one of BA's most prominent landmarks." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"With its regular lines and tempered classicism, the Colón is one of Buenos Aires' key architectural as well as cultural landmarks." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"One of the best operahouses in the world, and has exceptional acoustic qualities." Full review
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Palacio Barolo
Palacio Barolo
8 / 10
Avenida De Mayo 1370, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of the Congreso area’s most striking buildings is this 22-story concrete edifice." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"One of the city's most emblematic buildings, this 1923 construction is a neo-gothic allegorical tribute to the 100 cantos of Dante's Divine Comedy." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"In the Monserrat area, the 100m-high Palacio Barolo stands out from among the splendid buildings lining the Avenida de Mayo." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Palacio Barolo Tours takes visitors up into the lighthouse for spectacular sunset views followed by a wine tasting. " Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"A tower devoted to — and modeled after — the Divine Comedy. " Full review
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