Rodin Museum vs Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Both are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Rodin Museum scores significantly higher than Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Rodin Museum scores 96 with approval from 12 publications such as Time Out, Travel + Leisure and Where.
Rodin Museum
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Franklin Parkway at 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19101
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Fodor's
"This jewel of a museum holds the biggest collection outside France of the work of sculptor Auguste Rodin (1840–1917)."
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Concierge
"Even before you enter the museum itself, the landscaped sculpture garden of the Rodin Museum is a welcome respite from the sightseeing hordes."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Devoted to the French Impressionist and home to one of Philadelphia’s loveliest gardens."
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Afar Magazine
"If you are a fan of sculpture this is a must."
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Not For Tourists
"More than just the Thinker."
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
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118 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Fodor's
"This High Victorian Gothic structure is a work of art in itself."
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Concierge
"The nation's oldest museum and school of fine arts, founded in 1805, preens in the middle of Center City."
Lonely Planet
"A prestigious academy that has a museum with works by American painters, including Charles Willson Peale and Thomas Eakins."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Housed in an ornate brick and limestone Victorian structure (1876, Frank Furness and George Hewitt), the museum exhibits three centuries of artistic styles."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"One of the country's pre-eminent art schools (alumni include filmmaker David Lynch and painter Maxfield Parrish) is also home to one of Philadelphia's best art museums."
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