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Palacio de Bellas Artes vs House of Tiles (Casa de los Azulejos)

Both are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Palacio de Bellas Artes is the choice of most writers compared to House of Tiles. Palacio de Bellas Artes scores 90 with recommendations from 6 sources like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Concierge.

Palacio de Bellas Artes
Palacio de Bellas Artes
9 / 10
Av. Juárez Centro Histórico 06050 Ciudad de México
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Construction on this colossal white-marble opera house began in 1904 by Porfirio Díaz." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The main attraction is a copy of the mural that Rivera originally painted for New York City's Rockefeller Center in 1933."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Immense murals by world-famous Mexican artists dominate the top floors of this splendid white-marble palace." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This breathtaking building was completed in 1934 and has been the most important center for fine arts in the country ever since." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The imposing, white-domed wedding cake now known as Palacio de Bellas Artes was originally planned as a national theater, and construction was begun in 1904." Full review
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House of Tiles (Casa de los Azulejos)
House of Tiles (Casa de los Azulejos)
8 / 10
Francisco I. Madero 4, Centro Histórico City 06500 Ciudad de México
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This "House of Tiles" is one of Mexico City's most precious colonial gems and popular meeting places." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The fountain and staircase - with a mural painted in 1925 by José Clemente Orozco - highlight the décor." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This 17th-century masterpiece acquired its name, House of Tiles, from its elaborate tile work." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"Most of the tiles that adorn the outside walls were produced in China and shipped to Mexico." Full review