The Burrell Collection vs Glasgow Science Centre
Both are praised by writers. Overall, Glasgow Science Centre ranks marginally better than The Burrell Collection. Glasgow Science Centre comes in at #4 in Glasgow with recommendations from 5 reviews like Time Out, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
The Burrell Collection
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Pollok Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow G43 1AT, Scotland
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of Glasgow's top attractions, this outstanding museum 3 miles out of town houses everything from Chinese porcelain and medieval furniture to paintings by Cézanne."
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Fodor's
"The 1983 building was designed with large glass walls so that the items on display could relate to their surroundings in Pollok Country Park: art and nature, supposedly in perfect harmony."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"This collection is a must-see on two accounts: the venue, Pollock Park, is the town's largest park and an oasis of freshness and tranquillity."
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U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Travelers express astonishment at this museum's near pitch-perfection. Burrell Collection's glass walls not only encase a variety of objects and artworks...you'll find everything from Chinese ceramics"
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The Guardian
"Objects acquired by the shipping magnate William Burrell make up one of the biggest privately amassed collections in the world...highlights range from ancient Chinese porcelain to 20-plus paintings"
Glasgow Science Centre
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50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA, Scotland
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Frommer's
"The futuristic-looking edifice of the center's main building is a focal point of Glasgow’s drive to redevelop the rundown former docklands."
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Fodor's
"Families with children love this museum, which has a fun-packed interactive Science Mall."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This ultramodern science museum will keep the kids entertained for hours (that's middle-aged kids, too!)."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"A three-storey glass and steel building, the Science Mall hosts inspired exhibitions, interactive features and true technological marvels."
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Time Out
"The main Science Mall spans three floors and hosts more than 250 science-learning exhibits, each with a strong focus on interaction, play and informal education."
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