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Museo Sorolla vs Museo Arqueologico Nacional

Both are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Museo Sorolla is the choice of most writers compared to National Archeological Musuem. Museo Sorolla scores 83 with positive reviews from 9 publications like Condé Nast Traveler, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.

Museo Sorolla
Museo Sorolla
8 / 10
Calle General Martínez Campos, 37, 28010 Madrid, Spain
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Fodor's Fodor's
"See the world through the exceptional eye of Spain's most famous Impressionist painter, Joaquín Sorolla (1863–1923), who lived and worked most of his life at the home and garden he designed." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Native painter Joaquín Sorolla was a contemporary and friend of John Singer Sargent, and the parallels in their paintings are immediately apparent." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"This delightful little museum, housed in the mansion built for the artist in 1910 to spend his latter years, has been recently restored and boasts 250 works." Full review
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The garden, Moorish-inspired but with an Italianate pergola, is a delightful, peaceful oasis of calm, seemingly miles away from the roaring traffic outside.
Let's Go Let's Go
"Museo Sorolla is a must-see for art lovers; prior knowledge of Joaquim Sorolla not necessary." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This impressionist artist...was unequalled in knowing how to convey the dazzling light of the Mediterranean coast." Full review
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Museo Arqueologico Nacional
Museo Arqueologico Nacional
8 / 10
Serrano, 13, Madrid
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This stately mansion is a storehouse of artifacts from the prehistoric to the baroque." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The finest archaeological museum in Spain." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Three large floors filled with Spanish relics, artifacts, and treasures ranging from ancient history to the 19th century. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"What's the story here? A royal decree by Queen Isabella II led to the development of Museo Arqueológico Nacional, which contains an impressive collection of decorative art and archaeological pieces from the royal families" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The showpiece National Archaeology Museum contains a sweeping accumulation of artefacts behind its towering facade." Full review