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L. Tolstoi's Khamovniki Memorial Estate vs State Tretyakov Gallery

Both are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The State Tretyakov Gallery is the choice of most professionals compared to L. Tolstoi's Khamovniki Memorial Estate. The State Tretyakov Gallery scores 97 with approval from 8 reviews including Fodor's, Frommer's and National Geographic.

L. Tolstoi's Khamovniki Memorial Estate
L. Tolstoi's Khamovniki Memorial Estate
8 / 10
Ulitsa Lva Tolstovo 21, Metro: Park Kultury, Moscow, Russia
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Concierge Concierge
"Tolstoy and his huge brood (he had 13 children; 10 of them lived here) called this house home from 1882 to 1901 and it feels like they never left."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This is the most authentic and atmospheric of Moscow's "house museums,"... that help you reenact the long winters that Leo Tolstoy, his wife, and their 13 kids spent here." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Leo Tolstoy’s winter home during the 1880s and 1890s now houses an interesting museum dedicated to the writer’s home life." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Follow in the footsteps of Leo Tolstoy - but wear felt soles to protect the wooden floors in this house." Full review
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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