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Institute of Texan Cultures vs Brackenridge Park

Both Brackenridge Park and Institute of Texan Cultures are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Institute of Texan Cultures is the choice of most professionals compared to Brackenridge Park. Institute of Texan Cultures comes in at #8 in San Antonio with accolades from 5 reviews such as Where, Frommer's and Fodor's.

Institute of Texan Cultures
Institute of Texan Cultures
8 / 10
801 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78205
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This interactive museum affiliated with the University of Texas focuses on the 25 ethnic groups who have made Texas what it is today." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Thirty cultures have made Texas what it is; explore them at the museum of the Institute of Texan Cultures." Full review
Where Where
"This University of Texas San Antonio museum is devoted to the preservation and progression of Texas culture through science, education and history." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Twenty-seven distinct ethnic and cultural groups are profiled at this HemisFair Park heritage museum. An outdoor interpretive area replicates a 19C pioneer village." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Much like an upside-down pyramid rising from the grounds of HemisFair Park, this 182,000-sq. ft. complex houses a museum, library, and archive." Full review
Brackenridge Park
Brackenridge Park
8 / 10
3910 N. St. Mary's St., NO SKYRIDE, San Antonio, TX 78212
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Makes an excellent setting for a picnic or a stroll, and also offers jogging trails." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This 343-acre park is a great place to spend the day with your family." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"The park is also home to the San Antonio Zoological Garden and Aquarium, lodged in a former rock quarry." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Its 343 acres offer much in the way of relaxation: rustic stone bridges and shaded walkways are perfect for strolling...the park also hosts outdoor concerts in the natural Sunken Garden Theater. " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"With its rustic stone bridges and winding walkways, the city’s main park has a charming, old-fashioned feel" Full review