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Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University vs Philadelphia Zoo
Both Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and Philadelphia Zoo are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Philadelphia Zoo ranks significantly better than Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. Philadelphia Zoo comes in at 81 with recommendations from 6 reviews including Not For Tourists, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
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1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Concierge
"Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences focuses on environmental research and the discovery of ecosystems."
Fodor's
"The dioramas of animals from around the world displayed in their natural habitats give this natural history museum an old-fashioned charm."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The acclaimed Discovering Dinosaurs exhibit displays skeletons and details the rigors of uncovering fossils. Life-size dioramas ... showcase native animals."
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"Founded in 1812, The Academy is the oldest natural history museum in the Americas."
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Time Out
"This museum, founded in 1812, combines the romance of global exploration with smart, appealing programming for curious minds."
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Philadelphia Zoo
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3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Fodor's
"It's small and well landscaped enough to feel pleasantly intimate, and the naturalistic habitats allow you to get close enough to hear the animals breathe."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The country's oldest zoo has tigers, pumas, polar bears – you name it – in naturalistic habitats."
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Not For Tourists
"Monkeys are funny."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Modeled on a Victorian pleasure garden, the grounds feature paths that ramble past more than 1,700 animals from around the globe."
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Be sure to see the rare white lions, the Primate House, and endangered species in the Rare Animal House.
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"America's first zoo is a Victorian-landscaped, 42-acre area housing more than 1,300 animals in naturalistic habitats."
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