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McNay Art Museum vs The Alamo

The Alamo and McNay Art Museum are both rated highly by expert writers. On balance, The Alamo scores significantly better than McNay Art Museum. The Alamo has a TripExpert Score of 96 with praise from 6 reviewers such as Where, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.

McNay Art Museum
McNay Art Museum
8 / 10
6000 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX 78209
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A collection of Postimpressionist and modern paintings and sculpture, along with an arts library." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"In addition to seeing paintings by household names such as Van Gogh, Picasso, Matisse, Renoir... half the fun is wandering the spectacular Spanish Colonial revival-style mansion." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
""The McNay," as locals call it, has been the pride of San Antonio and a favorite museum of visitors to South Texas." Full review
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Be sure to leave time to stroll the grounds and experience the sculpture.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The house... and the surrounding grounds make for a beautiful visit, even before you lay eyes on the growing collection." Full review
Where Where
"This impressive museum offers an extensive collection of 19th- and 20th-century European and American works of art." Full review
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The Alamo
The Alamo
9 / 10
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Fodor's Fodor's
"At the heart of San Antonio, this one-time Franciscan mission stands as a repository of Texas history, a monument to the 189 Texan volunteers who fought and died here." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Find out why the story of the Alamo can rouse a Texan’s sense of state pride like few other things." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"It's free to visit this iconic landmark, and the exhibits provide some interesting historic and cultural information." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The symbolic "Cradle of Texas Liberty" fronts a busy plaza in the heart of downtown." Full review
Where Where
"Without a doubt the most popular landmark attraction in San Antonio and a true testament to heroism." Full review
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