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Barnes vs Independence National Historical Park
Independence National Historical Park and The Barnes Foundation are both praised by expert reviewers. Overall, The Barnes Foundation scores significantly higher than Independence National Historical Park. The Barnes Foundation comes in at #1 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 11 sources including Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Where.
Barnes
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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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Independence National Historical Park
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Where
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143 South Third Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This L-shaped park, along with Old City, has been dubbed 'America's most historic square mile.'."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Now juxtaposed against modern architecture, the historical park includes the country's most revered icons of liberty: Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell."
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Where
"The park spans over 55 acres on 20 city blocks and includes Colonial sites like Independence Hall, Christ Church, Carpenters’ Hall, Old City Hall and the Benjamin Franklin Museum."
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Time Out
"Plenty of beautiful green spaces to wander through and wonder about the courage it took Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and the other freedom fighters to declare independence from England."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"More of a district than a small green space, this national park—which spans more than 55 acres in Old City—is home to major Phildelphia attractions like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall."
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