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The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) vs Central Park

Both are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Central Park scores slightly better than The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Central Park ranks #3 in New York City with approval from 11 reviews including Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Frommer's.

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
8 / 10
11 West 53 Street, New York City, NY
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Art enthusiasts and novices alike are often awestruck by the masterpieces before them here, including Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon and van Gogh's Starry Night." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The world's preeminent museum for modern art reopened in November 2004 on its original site in a new building designed by architect Yoshio Taniguchi."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This is where you’ll find van Gogh’s Starry Night, Cezanne’s Bather, Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, and the great sculpture by Rodin, Monument to Balzac." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Founded in 1929, MoMA is one of NYC’s most popular museums, home to more than 100,000 pieces of modern artwork, most by A-listers." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The hullabaloo over MoMA's $600 million makeover in 2005 (and $20 admission fee) has overshadowed how impressive its collection truly is." Full review
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Central Park
Central Park
9 / 10
59th to 110th St., from Central Park West to 5th Ave., New York City, New York City, NY 10022
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Central Park is an urbanized Eden that offers residents and visitors alike a bite of the apple." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The calming yang to the city's fervent go-go yin, with ample nooks and open fields to allow for just about any pursuit."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"An oasis from the insanity: the lush lawns, cool forests, flowering gardens, glassy bodies of water and meandering, wooded paths providing the dose of serene nature that New Yorkers crave." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Rambling yet contained, nature-filled yet man-made, this 843-acre oasis provides a welcome respite from the concrete jungle for locals and tourists alike." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Located in the middle of the city’s densest borough, Central Park feels like a natural haven." Full review
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