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The Real Mary King's Close vs National Museum of Scotland
Both are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, National Museum of Scotland ranks significantly higher than Real Mary King's Close. National Museum of Scotland comes in at 94 with positive reviews from 6 publications like Concierge, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
The Real Mary King's Close
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2 Warriston's Close, Edinburgh EH1 1PG, Scotland
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Lonely Planet
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"This spooky, subterranean labyrinth gives a fascinating insight into the everyday life of 17th-century Edinburgh."
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Travel + Leisure
"Tour this warren of recently opened underground alleyways for a fascinating account of the city's past (victims of the 1644 plague died here) and a firsthand look into restored 17th-century town houses."
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Atlas Obscura
"17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death. "
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The Telegraph
"It explores a series of narrow 17th century streets, subsequently built over and closed to the public until the first tours began in 1990s. "
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Fodor's
"Hidden beneath the City Chambers, this narrow, cobbled close, or lane, named after a former landowner, is said to be one of Edinburgh's most haunted sites."
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National Museum of Scotland
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Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF, Scotland
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Concierge
"One building is 19th-century, the other modern, but a link between these neighboring museums makes it possible to walk from the past to the present."
Lonely Planet
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"The new building connects with the original Victorian museum... the stolid, grey exterior of which gives way to a beautifully bright and airy, glass-roofed exhibition hall."
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Fodor's
"Traces the country's fascinating story from the oldest fossils to the most recent popular culture, making it a must-see for first-time visitors to Scotland."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Two adjoining buildings make up the National Museum of Scotland."
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Afar Magazine
"History buffs should not miss this sprawling museum housed in adjacent ultramodern and classic Victorian buildings—the latter with a magnificent birdcage Great Hall."
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