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Gayer-Anderson Museum (Bayt al-Kiritliya) vs Museum of Islamic Arts
Both are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Museum of Islamic Arts ranks significantly better than Gayer-Anderson Museum. Museum of Islamic Arts ranks #3 in Cairo with positive reviews from 4 publications like Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Concierge.
Gayer-Anderson Museum (Bayt al-Kiritliya)
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
4 Maydan Ibn Tulun, Old Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
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Fodor's
"Contents... include lovely pieces of pharaonic, Islamic, and Central Asian art."
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Concierge
"One of the largest mosques in the world and perhaps the most beautiful in Egypt."
Frommer's
"Gayer-Andersen joined and renovated two adjacent 16th-century buildings and collected their present contents."
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A must-see for most, it will be of particular interest to James Bond fans
Museum of Islamic Arts
Concierge
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Shar'a Bur Bab El Khalk Square, Cairo, Egypt
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Concierge
"Reopened at the end of 2007 following a five-year, $15 million restoration, the museum houses one of the world's greatest collections of Islamic objects."
Frommer's
"If you don't have any experience with the history of Islamic art, it's going to be an eye-opener."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Inaugurated in 1903, this museum houses one of the world's most exceptional collections of Islamic art. "
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