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State Tretyakov Gallery vs Armoury Chamber

Both are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, The State Tretyakov Gallery is preferred by most writers compared to The Armoury. The State Tretyakov Gallery scores 97 with positive reviews from 8 reviewers including Fodor's, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.

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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Armoury Chamber
Armoury Chamber
7 / 10
on Kremlin grounds, Moscow, Russia
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"The Armoury dates back to 1511, when it was founded under Vasily III to manufacture and store weapons, imperial arms and regalia for the royal court." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Behind the name Kremlin Armoury is in fact a fabulous museum of decorative arts containing over 4 000 objects from the imperial family's treasures." Full review