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Masonic Temple vs Philadelphia Zoo

Masonic Temple and Philadelphia Zoo are both endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Masonic Temple scores slightly higher than Philadelphia Zoo. Masonic Temple comes in at #11 in Philadelphia with positive reviews from 9 reviewers like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Atlas Obscura.

Masonic Temple
Masonic Temple
8 / 10
1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The temple is one of the city's architectural jewels, but it remains a hidden treasure even to many Philadelphians." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The city's best-kept secret, this ornate 19th-century temple designed to house the state's Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania hides in plain sight across from City Hall."
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Giant staircases and oak appointments."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This Medieval Norman-style granite structure (1873) marked by spires and towers was conceived by Masonic brother James Windrim." Full review
National Geographic National Geographic
"“Stunning architectural features that look like wood or stone but are actually ornate plaster”...Stone Norman cathedral exterior and huge, lavish interior rooms with such themes as a Grecian temple " Full review
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Philadelphia Zoo
Philadelphia Zoo
8 / 10
3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Fodor's 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." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The country's oldest zoo has tigers, pumas, polar bears – you name it – in naturalistic habitats." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Monkeys are funny."
Michelin Guide 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." Full review
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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." Full review
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