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Witte Museum vs Institute of Texan Cultures

Both Witte Museum and Institute of Texan Cultures are recommended by writers. Overall, Witte Museum ranks marginally higher than Institute of Texan Cultures. Witte Museum is ranked #7 in San Antonio with endorsements from 6 reviews like Lonely Planet, Where and Frommer's.

Witte Museum
Witte Museum
8 / 10
3801 Broadway, At the edge of Brackenridge Park, San Antonio, TX
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A family museum that adults will enjoy, too... your senses will be engaged along with your intellect." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"If your kids are a little too grown-up for the Children’s Museum, they can graduate to this museum on the eastern edge of Brackenridge Park." Full review
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Don't miss the Science Treehouse, a high-tech activity center in back of the museum building.
Frommer's Frommer's
"The museum's backyard is also a big draw. It's a place where kids can see how early Texans lived in log cabins and other historic-style structures recreated on the grounds. " Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The Witte Museum in San Antonio cleverly merges adult-friendly collections of fine art with a hands-on science collection for kids." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The Witte showcases human and natural history and culture, from anthropology to fashions and decorative arts." Full review
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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