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State Tretyakov Gallery vs Bolshoi Theatre

The State Tretyakov Gallery and Bolshoi Theatre are both rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, The State Tretyakov Gallery is the choice of most professionals compared to Bolshoi Theatre. The State Tretyakov Gallery comes in at 97 with endorsements from 8 sources like The Telegraph, Frommer's and National Geographic.

State Tretyakov Gallery
State Tretyakov Gallery
9 / 10
10-12, Lavrushinsky Pereulok, Moscow 119017, Russia
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Fodor's Fodor's
"On view are some of the world's greatest masterpieces of Russian art, spanning the 11th through the 20th centuries." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This collection of masterpieces awes both newcomers to Russian art and connoisseurs." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Housing the world’s best collection of Russian icons and an outstanding collection of Russian pre-revolutionary art." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The more interesting New Tretyakov is in the same building as the Central House of Artists." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"With the largest collection of Russian art in the world, this museum is a must-see for anyone traveling through Moscow." Full review
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Be sure to also visit the 20th-century Tretyakov collection, which is in the Krymsky val area and included with admission here.
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Bolshoi Theatre
Bolshoi Theatre
8 / 10
1 Teatral'nyy proyezd, Moscow, Russia
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The splendor... is matched by the quality of the resident opera and ballet troupes, two of the most famous performing-arts companies in the world." Full review
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Be sure to book... as far ahead as possible because performances can sell out quickly.
Concierge Concierge
"The Bolshoi is fast regaining its status as one of the best opera and ballet theaters in the world."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The Bolshoi company, created in 1776, has kept its unique art form alive after more than two centuries of presenting Russian ballets." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If you are into ballet and art in general this is a must while in Moscow." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Much more than a theatre, the Bolshoi, devoted to ballet and opera, is emblematic of Moscow." Full review