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The Menil CollectionvsHermann Park
Both are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Menil Collection scores significantly better than Hermann Park. The Menil Collection is ranked #1 in Houston with approval from 7 publications like Travel + Leisure, Where and Afar Magazine.
The Menil Collection
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Where
Condé Nast Traveler
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
1515 Sul Ross, Houston, TX 77006
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Fodor's "This is one of the city's premier cultural treasures. Italian architect Renzo Piano designed the spacious building, with its airy galleries." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The late local philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil collected more than 17,000 works of painting, drawing, sculpture, archeological artifacts and more during their lives." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In a city whose pleasures and treasures are not always evident, the internationally renowned Menil Collection is perhaps the ultimate hidden jewel." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"One of the world's foremost collections of 20C art, with an emphasis on Surrealism." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Menil Collection — so named because it once belonged to John and Dominique de Menil — is perhaps the most famous museum in Houston, and with good reason." Full review
Where "The collection of John and Dominique de Menil includes almost 15,000 works broken roughly into four categories: antiquity, Byzantine and medieval, tribal and 20th century." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "If you only had time for only one destination in Houston, many locals would point you to this world-famous museum." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"30-acre compilation of art gathered by Jean and Dominique de Menil. The permanent collection features 10,000 works of art collected by the couple from the 1940s until the late 90s." Full review
Frommer's "John and Dominique de Menil's private collection of fine art...a total of 17,000 pieces highlight four major areas: antiquities, Byzantine and Medieval, tribal, and modern art." Full review
Hermann Park Fodor's Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Afar Magazine Condé Nast Traveler U.S. News & World Report Frommer's
6201-A Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
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Fodor's "There's plenty to see and do on this 545-acre oak-shaded urban oasis." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This 445-acre park is home to playgrounds, a lake with paddleboats, the Hermann Park Miniature Train and the Houston Zoo." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Rearing up at the main gateway, an equestrian statue of Sam Houston keeps watch over the 445 acres of Hermann Park, which is nearing completion of a major renovation." Full review
Afar Magazine "No matter how old you are, you’re bound to find something to do at Hermann Park, which is located near downtown Houston and is bustling with activity any time of day." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Every year, six million tourists and locals visit this park, which has dozens of activities—both for kids and for kids-at-heart." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"The park borders several different city neighborhoods, attractions, universities and local institutions, meaning you'll find plenty of green spaces and amenities that will appeal to all ages. " Full review
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Those looking to feel like a local should take a trip to Houston's Hermann Park.
Frommer's "The parkland is well wooded and has an 18-hole public golf course, picnic areas, and playscapes...also in that vicinity is a Japanese garden and the Miller Outdoor Theater" Full review
