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The High Line vs American Museum of Natural History

Both The High Line and American Museum of Natural History are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The High Line is the choice of most writers compared to American Museum of Natural History. The High Line ranks #12 in New York City with endorsements from 10 reviewers including Frommer's, Time Out and Condé Nast Traveler.

The High Line
The High Line
9 / 10
High Line, New York City, NY
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This elevated space has been transformed into a green retreat in the spirit of Paris's Promenade Plantée and is one of the most visited parks in the city." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The High Line is brilliantly executed, hugely popular, and has become an instant must-see."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"“To walk on the High Line,” says Friends of the High Line cofounder Joshua David, “is to experience New York from a vantage point that can’t be touched anywhere else.”" Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Manhattan’s newest and most inventive park... winds its way through two of Manhattan’s most creative and vibrant neighborhoods." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Editor's Pick
"Built atop a former elevated railway, the High Line quickly became one of New York’s most popular parks." Full review
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American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History
8 / 10
79th Street and Central Park West, New York City, NY 10024
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Concierge Concierge
"No child—or adult for that matter—who has strolled under the enormous blue whale has ever forgotten this cavernous museum on the Upper West Side."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"One of New York City’s most prestigious museums, the American Museum of Natural History encourages visitors to explore and understand the natural world around them." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"No matter which wing you wander through or where your curiosities lie (dinosaurs, gems or something else entirely), it’s hard to explore this Upper West Side fixture without being awestruck." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The largest natural history museum in the world is also one of the most impressive sights in New York." Full review
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Hit the highlights in half a day
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Editor's Pick
"No child—or adult for that matter—who has strolled under the enormous blue whale has ever forgotten this cavernous museum on the Upper West Side." Full review
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Don't miss the hall of African mammals with its centerpiece herd of elephants.
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