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Christ Church vs Barnes
Both are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Barnes Foundation is preferred by most reviewers compared to Christ Church. The Barnes Foundation is ranked #1 in Philadelphia with endorsements from 10 reviewers including Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Where.
Christ Church
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Not For Tourists
Michelin Guide
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N 2nd Street at Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Fodor's
"The Anglicans of the Church of England built a wooden church on this site in 1697. When they outgrew it, they erected a new church, the most sumptuous in the colonies."
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Lonely Planet
"Christ Church , completed in 1744, is where George Washington and Franklin worshiped."
Not For Tourists
"Dogs, squirrels, and OC workers on lunch breaks."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This elegant Georgian brick edifice (1754) boasts a tower and a "Philadelphia steeple.""
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"Founded in 1695, this Episcopal church was where many Founding Fathers prayed."
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Barnes
Frommer's
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Condé Nast Traveler
Not For Tourists
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2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Frommer's
"This world-renown museum is stuffed with some 8,000 largely Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works."
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The number of visitors is strictly limited, and entries are timed, so it is wise to book tickets ahead of time.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Exceptionally fine collection of impressionist, post-impressionist and early French modern paintings, including works by Cézanne, Degas, Matisse, Monet, Picasso, Renoir and Van Gogh."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Displays works by masters like Matisse, Cézanne, and Renoir in a peaceful salon-style setting."
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Not For Tourists
"The collection's controversial move to the city is to your benefit. Go!"
Fodor's
"While the statistics are impressive—81 Renoirs, 69 Cézannes, 59 Matisses, 46 Picassos, 7 Van Goghs, 6 Seurats (and many more)—almost more inspiring is this soaring marble-and-glass museum. "
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